myMagic+ Upcoming Test(s)

[FigmentsFangirl]

I see, Thank you, though I don't know, my AP expires on 11 November this year. I may or may not get it as part of the AP. even then its worth keeping or wanting.

Again, thank you. You've helped me quite a bit.

 

[vinnya1726]

and how do they go about this for Annual Passholders?

Was wondering the same thing.

 

[WDWYankee15]

If you are part of the August Magic Band/ Fasspass+ testing, will you still recieve a Key to the World Card? I have been told by multiple sources at Guest Relations that during the testing you can still recieve regular Fasspasses in the parks, even if you are participating in the test. One of the reasons is during the testing your family, regardless of size, can only get 3 Fasspass+'s in one day. I would assume you would need a ticket to get the machine to spit out a Fasspass. I have lots of questions as to how all this testing will affect our trip. I have enjoyed the experience so far, but feel a little overwhelmed and the fact that it is still "testing" I feel there may be a lot of misinformation out there (even that provided currently by Guest Services).

 

[WDWYankee15]

Also anyone who recieved the email regarding participating in the August testing mind posting the text on the board so we can all read it? My family has not recieved our email yet, because supposedly they get sent out only two weeks before checkin. Still another week for us to go to reach that mark.

 

[Tom]

If you are part of the August Magic Band/ Fasspass+ testing, will you still recieve a Key to the World Card? I have been told by multiple sources at Guest Relations that during the testing you can still recieve regular Fasspasses in the parks, even if you are participating in the test. One of the reasons is during the testing your family, regardless of size, can only get 3 Fasspass+'s in one day. I would assume you would need a ticket to get the machine to spit out a Fasspass. I have lots of questions as to how all this testing will affect our trip. I have enjoyed the experience so far, but feel a little overwhelmed and the fact that it is still "testing" I feel there may be a lot of misinformation out there (even that provided currently by Guest Services).

Yes, you still get a KttW card and can still use regular FP.

 

[WDWYankee15]

Yes, you still get a KttW card and can still use regular FP.

Great. Thanks for the info. So it seems being selected for this test is a wonderful bonus, as you get the same experience as before but 3 BONUS Fasspasses a day via the Fasspass+ testing.

Sounds good to me.

 

[Tom]

Great. Thanks for the info. So it seems being selected for this test is a wonderful bonus, as you get the same experience as before but 3 BONUS Fasspasses a day via the Fasspass+ testing.

Sounds good to me.

Yeah, from everything I've read and received, it appears to be a bonus for those testing it. You'll have a KttW card and a Magic Band, with access to both Fast pass options. Disney could change that at any moment, but that's the current plan.

 

[radiohost]

My cousin just posted a picture on Facebook showing his daughter holding the magic band box Disney just shipped them. Looks very much as if you bought an apple product, ie iPhone or iPad

 

[Tuvalu]

Also anyone who recieved the email regarding participating in the August testing mind posting the text on the board so we can all read it? My family has not recieved our email yet, because supposedly they get sent out only two weeks before checkin. Still another week for us to go to reach that mark.

We recently invited you to take part in a special test of MyMagic+ happening during your stay. MyMagic+ is a new way to experience Walt Disney WorldResort, but don't worry, if you decide not to participate in this test, you will still enjoy a great Walt Disney World visit.

If you have decided to participate in this test, be sure to visitMyDisneyExperience.com now and confirm your address to have yourMagicBands shipped to you. Plus, you can pick the color and add a name to yourMagicBands.
Your MagicBand lets you travel lighter.
This all-in-one, waterproof accessory connects you to the choices you make onMy Disney Experience. With it you’ll be able to enter your Disney Resort hotel room, buy food and merchandise* at select locations, enter the Theme Parks and access the FastPass+ attractions and shows you selected (valid Theme Park admission required).

After you confirm your address and customize MagicBands, they will be ready to ship. Your MagicBands are estimated to arrive at least three days prior to yourDisney Resort arrival date.

If you have your MagicBands shipped to you, please know you'll need them as soon as you arrive. We recommend that you wear your MagicBands while you travel and throughout your stay. If you're flying, please don't pack yourMagicBands in your checked bags and be sure to keep them with you.
Plus, there's still time to make or update your Disney FastPass+selections.
If you're planning to visit the Theme Parks during this test, you can select times to experience FastPass+ attractions and shows in advance—or if you've already selected your FastPass+ experiences, you may update your selections at any time**. And best yet, using the FastPass+ service is included with Theme Park admission.
If you are participating in this test, please confirm your address
by July 24, 2013 to have your MagicBands shipped to you.
Step 1
Sign In or Register on MyDisneyExperience.com
This digital guide to the magic allows you to requestMagicBands and select times to visit FastPass+experiences. Plus, you can make dining reservations, enjoy itinerary tools and explore Park maps all in one easy place.
Step 2
Link Your Reservation
To unlock the many benefits of MyMagic+, link your Resort reservation now. Once you're signed in, click on "Link Existing Reservations and Tickets" to link your Resort reservation. Your reservation confirmation number is *******************
•You'll need to verify the names of everyone on this reservation during this step. If you need to make any modifications to this reservation, we recommend you call us before you link your reservation.
Step 3
Link your Walt Disney World Ticket or Pass
To unlock your access to Disney FastPass+ service, you'll need to link a ticket or Pass for each member of your travel party age three (3) or older. From the "Link Existing Reservations and Tickets" page, click on "Ticket or Pass" and follow the on-screen steps.
Please remember to bring your Walt Disney WorldPass with you. You'll need it to get your Passholder benefits throughout your stay.
Step 4
Customize Your MagicBands by July 24, 2013
From the My Disney Experience home page, choose "Personalize MagicBands" to selectMagicBands for your travel party. You'll also need to confirm your address by July 24, 2013 to have yourMagicBands shipped to your home.

Your privacy is important to us. Please visitMyDisneyExperience.com/privacy for information about privacy and data collection policies including your option to select an RF card.
Step 5
Select Your FastPass+ Experiences
If you are planning to visit the Theme Parks during this test, Disney FastPass+ service lets you make multipleFastPass+ selections for select attractions and shows in one Park per day, for each day you have a valid Theme Park ticket. Simply choose "Make FastPass+Selections" from the My Disney Experience home page**.
Need help? For questions, please call 407-939-7849 between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. ET.
*Credit card must be presented at Resort hotel check-in for purchases with MagicBand. Purchases are charged to your Disney Resort hotel account.

**FastPass+ experiences, the number of selections you can make and arrival windows are limited.

This invitation is sent to you based on your arrival date and Disney Resort hotel. It is nontransferable and void if sold.

Based on your participation in this test, you will be asked for feedback on your planning and vacation experiences from Walt Disney World Research.
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©Disney

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[LuvtheGoof]

Guest profiles in the Disney computer system are going to be a complete mess. Over the years, I've established accounts on a variety of Disney websites (Disney store, DVC, D23, WDW, DCL, etc) and I've used one of two or three e-mail addresses across those sites.

When My Dis Exp rolled out, it wanted me to try and sync all my Disney accounts - which failed miserably. No matter how many times I change my e-mail address on my DVC account, it won't updated my actual login e-mail address, and thus doesn't match my WDW site credentials. So, my various accounts are still not in sync.

And imagine all the people who have signed up for DVDs and newsletters using a variety of e-mail and physical addresses in order to try to get on the PIN Code lists.

I predict that the whole MDE profile situation will be a complete disaster, and your story is a perfect example of how that's already true. I believe you got lucky that they shipped to your preferred address, because there's no telling which system has which address for you. Reservations has one, DW.com has another, and so on.

Tom, I called the Disney Internet help line (# escapes me now, but I found it on the website), and the great CM on the line was able to change over all of my on-line Disney accounts (WDW, DVC, Shopping, etc.) to use one userID and password. Only took 5 minutes. Might give that a try.

 

[Tom]

Tom, I called the Disney Internet help line (# escapes me now, but I found it on the website), and the great CM on the line was able to change over all of my on-line Disney accounts (WDW, DVC, Shopping, etc.) to use one userID and password. Only took 5 minutes. Might give that a try.

Seriously??? I must try that. You say the number was somewhere on disneyworld.com?

 

[LuvtheGoof]

It's been a few months since I did this, and don't remember the exact number. I would try the Website support line at 407-939-4357 first, and tell them what you are looking to do. Good luck! Let us know how it turns out.

 

[legal alien kevin]

Here at last! Magic bus express check in was easy with the booklet. Funny thing is they also scanned our bands to get in to the bus.

 

[G8rchamps]

Bought AP on 8/2 and already had room reservarion 8/30-9/2 at POP. We were able to configure bands and FP+ that night on the experience app. Today I got:

Great news, !

You're now one step closer to experiencing the Walt Disney World vacation of your dreams.

Your MagicBand package has been shipped via: UPS

 

[Justinj2]

Went to Magic Kingdom today and went into guests relations and noticed the FP+ Resvations Kiosks I decided to try even though my FP+ should not be active till Aug 13th. Sure enough the system accepted my band and it allowed me to begin making FP+ for today. So I got to try FP+ early and I loved how it worked! To make it more interesting my friend who had no Park Admission linked to his MagicBand and was let in by a CM it allowed him to make FP+ selections too.

 

[Tom]

Went to Magic Kingdom today and went into guests relations and noticed the FP+ Resvations Kiosks I decided to try even though my FP+ should not be active till Aug 13th. Sure enough the system accepted my band and it allowed me to begin making FP+ for today. So I got to try FP+ early and I loved how it worked! To make it more interesting my friend who had no Park Admission linked to his MagicBand and was let in by a CM it allowed him to make FP+ selections too.

So, the problem here is that they don't appear to have any way of preventing any 'ol guest from hoarding FPs and stealing them from inventory. Similar to how people book too many ADRs, thus stealing opportunities from other guests. If your friend could reserve FPs without having tickets or a trip booked, that seems like a flaw.

 

[Justinj2]

So, the problem here is that they don't appear to have any way of preventing any 'ol guest from hoarding FPs and stealing them from inventory. Similar to how people book too many ADRs, thus stealing opportunities from other guests. If your friend could reserve FPs without having tickets or a trip booked, that seems like a flaw.

I think they don't require tickets to be linked to the MagicBand right now because of the top pass that allows guests who buy that one into Disneyland & WDW can't link the AP to the MagicBands. So they get a fair chance to use FP+ during the tests the systems have no requirements right now.

 

[cspencer96]

Went to Magic Kingdom today and went into guests relations and noticed the FP+ Resvations Kiosks I decided to try even though my FP+ should not be active till Aug 13th. Sure enough the system accepted my band and it allowed me to begin making FP+ for today. So I got to try FP+ early and I loved how it worked! To make it more interesting my friend who had no Park Admission linked to his MagicBand and was let in by a CM it allowed him to make FP+ selections too.

How smooth were the kiosks? As in, how user-friendly and responsive were they? The main issue I have with the current mobile app is that it seems to be inherently unresponsive, similar to the old Facebook for iPhone curse before the app was switched to a Cocoa framework.

 

[@DisneyBryan]

Has anyone staying in September received a myMagic+ test invite yet? Who will be the first??

 

[Justinj2]

How smooth were the kiosks? As in, how user-friendly and responsive were they? The main issue I have with the current mobile app is that it seems to be inherently unresponsive, similar to the old Facebook for iPhone curse before the app was switched to a Cocoa framework.

It worked pretty will sometimes my touch would not respond but the nice Guest Relations CM helped me out on that. Overall a very easy process to make FP+ reservations the day of! The only issue I had is I asked a few CM at FP+ entrances wheres the nearest kiosk was so I can edit the time or change experiences and they all didn't know. Sadly in this months test they didn't put a Kiosks at every FP Location that used FP+ so it wasn't easy to change times or change experiences without using the mobile app.