BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 In addition to the standard AC power outlets located in the new Rapunzel restroom area of Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom, USB ports are now available as well. Charging outlets are located in the 'stumps' at either end of the bench seating areas. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 Woo Hoo! Who cares how long that Mine Train ride takes? This totally justifies the recent price increase. TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted July 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 Just think, when that Mine Train is finally open you can take as many pictures of it as you like, since you'll have plenty of places to recharge your camera/phone. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 This is what those stupid smart phones and tablets have done to our world. We are now a population of techno-zombies who don't experience Disney World other than in two dimensions on their little glowing screens as they walk around taking video, swiping their way through apps, reseaching how to avoid lines and texting the idiot standing in line next to them rather than carrying on an actual conversation. And because they spend all their time living life through a device, they need to recharge the damn battery so Voila!...Disney has provided the means to do so. Great solution to a stupid problem. How about this? What about visiting the Magic Kingdom and actually interact with the family in attendance with you, rather than posting every little detail to all your followers on some social media site? Snap a few pics with the trusty old camera, by all means use the phone to locate your family after you've split up to take the older kids on Space Mtn while the little ones ride small world, but then stick the dumb thing in your pocket and go ride the carousel together. USB ports? Oy. Tri-Circle-D 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tri-Circle-D 2,059 Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 This is what those stupid smart phones and tablets have done to our world. We are now a population of techno-zombies who don't experience Disney World other than in two dimensions on their little glowing screens as they walk around taking video, swiping their way through apps, reseaching how to avoid lines and texting the idiot standing in line next to them rather than carrying on an actual conversation. And because they spend all their time living life through a device, they need to recharge the damn battery so Voila!...Disney has provided the means to do so. Great solution to a stupid problem. How about this? What about visiting the Magic Kingdom and actually interact with the family in attendance with you, rather than posting every little detail to all your followers on some social media site? Snap a few pics with the trusty old camera, by all means use the phone to locate your family after you've split up to take the older kids on Space Mtn while the little ones ride small world, but then stick the dumb thing in your pocket and go ride the carousel together. USB ports? Oy. Get with the times Gramps. The new MyMagic+tm technology allows guests to access an app which will theoretically allow them to change their Fastpasses and dining reservations. A camera? How quaint. Everyone knows that you are supposed to use an IPad instead. I tried that stupid app for a while when it came out and found that the only thing it did well was drain the battery in my phone at a rate faster than I have ever seen. They were probably on my phone the whole time mining my personal information. To make up for how much battery life their flawed app sucks from their guests phones, they have stuck a couple electric outlets in some fake stumps. Now, everybody's happy. TCD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 I would have fired every other idiot manager, even though they're all idiot managers, and used the money they spent on being able to charge electronic crap, on hiring new managers with at least have half a brain. Then after the half brained managers are up to speed, I'd fire the remaining half of the no-brained idiot managers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 It is so sad that families can't go into the parks and just enjoy the moment without technology. What would Walt say about the situation? That being said, I will carry my smartphone to check line waits. But I won't recharge it. When it's done, it's done. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ImDownWithDisney 342 Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 And nerds and tweens praised the heavens.... BradyBzLyn...Mo 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted July 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 On the plus side, without knowing where to find a plug here and there, you all would have missed out on the glory that was this... Because for sure there would have been no evidence of our 24 Hours of Mayhem without every once in a while needing to do this... But in a normal Disney day, consider this...while all those people are sitting around waiting for their beloved electronics to charge, the rest of us can be doing this ftwildernessguy and Nicki aka Rebelstand 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799 Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 I will agree that the Disney app is a HUGE battery suck. And that's why they need charging stations. And that's why I still use third party sites. They're smart enough to just use text. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted July 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 I will agree that the Disney app is a HUGE battery suck.And that's why they need charging stations.And that's why I still use third party sites. They're smart enough to just use text. :bellringer: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
caveat lector 181 Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 Woo Hoo! Who cares how long that Mine Train ride takes? This totally justifies the recent price increase. TCDCome on T, think about how much joy this brought to "iPad picture taking guy." Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brent... Just Brent 83 Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 I will say this... I approve of charging stations. It's 2013, afterall. I don't use my phone all the time like a lot of people I know, but the battery does die quick in the parks. It's probably network congestion causing it. It constantly is trying to download emails or other data-hungry apps are hanging since there are tens of thousands of phones using one tower. Can I live without it? Maybe. Would I want to be without it? Not a chance... especially if I'm staying off property and have to drive back. Do I approve of the iPad wielding tourists? No. Not at all. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
devores 382 Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 I have seen this picture a few times, but for some reason, have never noticed that my boss is photobombing you. That's him next to the lady in the wheelchair....... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted July 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 I have seen this picture a few times, but for some reason, have never noticed that my boss is photobombing you. LOL! He looks quite amused by us. :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 He's laughing at you, not with you. Helmsey......Todd 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted July 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 Oh I'm pretty sure a whole bunch of people were laughing at us. We were running around FA-TANGing everything and everyone at that point. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ftwildernessguy 778 Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 I have encouraged Bobby to put as many charging stations in as possible. This will concentrate the crowds to certain areas of the park and enable the rest of us to experience attractions and food venues, not to mention restrooms, without the annoying technonerds getting in the way. Bobby's wheels are turning. He will be putting in carts selling smartphone accessories by the charging stations. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted July 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 This will concentrate the crowds to certain areas of the park and enable the rest of us to experience attractions and food venues, not to mention restrooms, without the annoying technonerds getting in the way. :bellringer: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kampfirekim 260 Posted July 19, 2013 Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 I like the charging stations. In fact, I could have used one during WWW. Maybe then I could have recharged my trusty regular camera and taken more than one firework photo. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted July 19, 2013 Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 I like the charging stations. In fact, I could have used one during WWW. Maybe then I could have recharged my trusty regular camera and taken more than one firework photo. Kim, the exact same thing happened to me a couple of trips ago! We were at the marina ... I took one fireworks photo ... and then my camera died. I now carry a spare battery. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kampfirekim 260 Posted July 19, 2013 Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 Kim, the exact same thing happened to me a couple of trips ago! We were at the marina ... I took one fireworks photo ... and then my camera died. I now carry a spare battery. The camera was new at the time and the battery life was shorter than I expected. I keep saying I'm going to get a spare battery, but I may just get one of those charging devices that will work for cameras and phones. I have a cheap one for my phone which is good for one full charge. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023 Posted July 19, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 I like the charging stations. In fact, I could have used one during WWW. Maybe then I could have recharged my trusty regular camera and taken more than one firework photo. Thanks to the 24 hours of mayhem, I now know of several "secret" places around MK where you can plug in. Some even have a/c and comfy places to nap! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lou... 3,118 Posted July 19, 2013 Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 Like 99% of you, I don't need a smartphone, how long does it take to charge one? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted July 19, 2013 Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 So will charging stations be a fast pass + attraction? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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