What CityMapper, Blippar et al CAN'T quite do?
Or rather? Maybe they DO it. But those features are not yet flagged up or tailored enough. We have been talking, at some considerable length, regarding the many features and advantages which define travel focused applications of late. And one cannot in any way diminish those strengths. However, it is equally important to note that there are a number of urban themes which pervade the travel experience and it is in THOSE areas where the NEXT big app will take off. In no particular order, a non exhaustive list, as follows: 1: DISABILITY! We assume, immediately, a visible or aesthetically obvious point. Wheelchairs and so on. But think of say, DYSPRAXIA? Visual impairment and all the many iterations of limitation on one's ability to be truly mobile. An app that guides them through EVERY step of a journey, beyond simple tips/directions? ESSENTIAL. And in its way? STILL not 'there', yet. 2: AGE! It is a problem. Older population. They do not all have to d...