DonnaK Posted February 18, 2016 #1 Share Posted February 18, 2016 (edited) Is it called Royal IQ? How do I download it? Before I sail, or once onboard? What is is good for? Just tracking luggage (we are only using carry ons)? (I am very technology challenged, so I need step by step instructions) Edited February 18, 2016 by DonnaK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted February 18, 2016 #2 Share Posted February 18, 2016 Is it called Royal IQ? How do I download it? Before I sail, or once onboard? What is is good for? Just tracking luggage (we are only using carry ons)? (I am very technology challenged, so I need step by step instructions) You can download pre-cruise from the Apple store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/royal-iq/id916865548?ls=1&mt=8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaritimeR&R Posted February 18, 2016 #3 Share Posted February 18, 2016 You can download pre-cruise from the Apple store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/royal-iq/id916865548?ls=1&mt=8 Bob - need your opinion http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2317297 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonnaK Posted February 18, 2016 Author #4 Share Posted February 18, 2016 (edited) You can download pre-cruise from the Apple store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/royal-iq/id916865548?ls=1&mt=8 Thanks Bob! What does this app offer, beside luggage tracking? Since we won't be needing luggage tracking, I don't know if I will need this app. Is it free? Edited February 18, 2016 by DonnaK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sportsphotos Posted February 18, 2016 #5 Share Posted February 18, 2016 Download the app for you specific phone. It will work once you get on the ship. and yes it will track your bags. Also it keeps track of anything you have booked,dinner ,shows, and I think even spa appointments. one of the best features is that it has the cruise compass on it as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montekat Posted February 18, 2016 #6 Share Posted February 18, 2016 Has this app been upgraded to include Android devices? When we sailed on the Quantum OTS, it had just come out and was only for Apple devices. They said that Android would be included in the future. Looks like an interesting app to have with lots of functionality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marlygirl Posted February 18, 2016 #7 Share Posted February 18, 2016 Do you need the internet package to use it on board Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Sulli- Posted February 18, 2016 #8 Share Posted February 18, 2016 No you don't need an internet package. You just connect to their WiFi. If I remember correctly you can download the app while onboard too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artemis908 Posted February 19, 2016 #9 Share Posted February 19, 2016 You might find this thread useful: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2297106 To answer a previous question, yes it's available on Android now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edmngld Posted February 19, 2016 #10 Share Posted February 19, 2016 I downloaded the app last weekend. So if I read correctly, I won't need to get the internet package in order to use the app. Can you book dinner reservations at the specialty restaurants with the app? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Turtles06 Posted February 19, 2016 #11 Share Posted February 19, 2016 We sailed on the Anthem TA, and thought the app was pretty useful. 1. Download the app before you board 2. Luggage tracking is a gimmick, it didn't work on either end of the cruise for us nor for others on board; probably fun when it works, but it's the least of what the app can do 3. The app was great for making reservations, seeing activities, having your daily calendar with you, etc. 4. No internet plan needed, the app works on the ship's internal wi-fi network 5. The app could be even more useful if Royal would do things like post the menus, deck plans, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted February 19, 2016 #12 Share Posted February 19, 2016 I downloaded the app last weekend. So if I read correctly, I won't need to get the internet package in order to use the app. Can you book dinner reservations at the specialty restaurants with the app? Yes, you can. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted February 19, 2016 #13 Share Posted February 19, 2016 No you don't need an internet package. You just connect to their WiFi. If I remember correctly you can download the app while onboard too. You need internet to download the app. That's the reason to download it at home. You don't need internet to use it on board. But internet isn't expensive: $15 a day for one device. $22.50 for two devices. VOOM internet is as fast or faster than your home connection! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Sulli- Posted February 19, 2016 #14 Share Posted February 19, 2016 They provide you with a restricted internet connection that allows access to the app stores and also their websites while out at sea. That was the case on the two cruises I've been on with Voom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Sulli- Posted February 19, 2016 #15 Share Posted February 19, 2016 They provide you with a restricted internet connection that allows access to the app stores and also their websites while out at sea. That was the case on the two cruises I've been on with Voom. To be clearer, I mean two cruises I've been on with Royal IQ / VOOM capability. You didn't need to have paid for a VOOM internet package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IsanTom Posted February 19, 2016 #16 Share Posted February 19, 2016 Is this app available on all RCI Ships? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Sulli- Posted February 19, 2016 #17 Share Posted February 19, 2016 (edited) Not at the moment. Currently only Quantum of the Seas, Anthem of the Seas, Ovation of the Seas and Harmony of the Seas according to the RC website. I'm guessing it will come to more ships as they roll out VOOM to the remainder of their fleet. Lots more info here https://secure.royalcaribbean.com/royaliq Edited February 19, 2016 by -Sulli- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggie416 Posted February 19, 2016 #18 Share Posted February 19, 2016 Has this app been upgraded to include Android devices? When we sailed on the Quantum OTS, it had just come out and was only for Apple devices. They said that Android would be included in the future. Looks like an interesting app to have with lots of functionality. Yes you can download it on android devices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LilBlackDress Posted February 19, 2016 #19 Share Posted February 19, 2016 (edited) We sailed on the Anthem TA, and thought the app was pretty useful. 1. Download the app before you board 2. Luggage tracking is a gimmick, it didn't work on either end of the cruise for us nor for others on board; probably fun when it works, but it's the least of what the app can do 3. The app was great for making reservations, seeing activities, having your daily calendar with you, etc. 4. No internet plan needed, the app works on the ship's internal wi-fi network 5. The app could be even more useful if Royal would do things like post the menus, deck plans, etc. I thought an Anthem review I read recently said you can view the menus on the app... Can anyone confirm once way or the other And does anyone know how much the msg function costs if you don't get the internet package Edited February 19, 2016 by LilBlackDress Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Sulli- Posted February 19, 2016 #20 Share Posted February 19, 2016 You can view the menus. But from what I can remember not all of them were. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montekat Posted February 19, 2016 #21 Share Posted February 19, 2016 Yes you can download it on android devices. Thanks. All downloaded and ready for the cruise in Oct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Life is Good Cruising Posted February 20, 2016 #22 Share Posted February 20, 2016 I thought an Anthem review I read recently said you can view the menus on the app... Can anyone confirm once way or the other And does anyone know how much the msg function costs if you don't get the internet package Currently on Anthem and I can view the menus for the specialty & complementary dining venues on the app. The msg function is $7.95 pp, for all sailings .When you're calling someone on board the phone will vibrate only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted February 20, 2016 #23 Share Posted February 20, 2016 Is this app available on all RCI Ships? Not at the moment. Currently only Quantum of the Seas, Anthem of the Seas, Ovation of the Seas and Harmony of the Seas according to the RC website. I'm guessing it will come to more ships as they roll out VOOM to the remainder of their fleet. Lots more info here https://secure.royalcaribbean.com/royaliq VOOM is on Quantum and Oasis class ships. Oasis, Allure, Anthem and Quantum are currently sailing. Ovation and Harmony come out later this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LilBlackDress Posted February 20, 2016 #24 Share Posted February 20, 2016 Currently on Anthem and I can view the menus for the specialty & complementary dining venues on the app. The msg function is $7.95 pp, for all sailings .When you're calling someone on board the phone will vibrate only. Thank you!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Turtles06 Posted February 20, 2016 #25 Share Posted February 20, 2016 Currently on Anthem and I can view the menus for the specialty & complementary dining venues on the app. The msg function is $7.95 pp, for all sailings .When you're calling someone on board the phone will vibrate only. That's great about the menus. Maybe RCI actually listened to the feedback! :) Also, replying to an earlier question: even if you have an internet package, you still have to pay if you want to use Royal iQ for the messaging function. They're unrelated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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