green_eyed_girl

Thanks, but I leave in 9 days.  Not going to spend $189 to be able to text onboard.  I have no interest in getting on internet during cruise.  I should have researched more fully before booking.  Won't make that mistake again. Disappointed in RC for at least not having an affordable text only option.  

Ugh!  I would never have thought that the newest RC ship to hit our area would not have technology that we have enjoyed on Carnival for years now for $5 per device per sailing.  My 18 year old son with Down syndrome has been able to have some freedom of movement because of ability to text when he gets lost, etc.  Now, because he is 18 and too old for the teen center and no ability to text, it will alter our activities tremendously.  I'm really disappointed and honestly would never have booked on this ship had I understood beforehand.  Most articles on the Royal App act as though texting was already available.  Furthermore, if the texting was working, the Royal App is not supported on older devices and I would have needed to purchase a new phone (which I was willing to do if necessary).  

After about 40 minutes I got through to RC.  I was told that the only way to text aboard Symphony next week was to purchase an internet package and use Whats App to text.  2 devices for $167.93, three devices for $188.93

Can anyone give an update on whether Symphony of the Seas finally has texting and if so,  through which app (Royal IQ or Royal App)?  I leave in a little over a week and am thoroughly confused.  Haven't had a problem in years texting on Carnival, so surprised RC is behind.  Also, just discovered Royal app won't work on my ipod I usually use onboard (system too old) or my son's older samsung phone!  ARGH.  But then, I can't find anyone that has sailed Symphony to even be sure texting is working at all.  ANyone?  Have been on HOLD with RC for 20 minutes.