fragilek Posted January 2, 2020 #1 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Old fashioned girl here, we usually check in on line and print all stuff (and back up tour info/dining info off). However, I noticed when you go to check it recommends using an app suggesting this is faster at the port. Can someone explain why/what is faster about turning having checked in using the app and also what would happen if phone breaks/down before getting there (we are touring about before cruise). Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fragilek Posted January 2, 2020 Author #2 Share Posted January 2, 2020 It is the Edge from ft lauderdale if that makes any difference Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwings1958 Posted January 2, 2020 #3 Share Posted January 2, 2020 The APP has all the tools you need before and during the cruise; You can view menus, IM anyone that you add to your chat, check balances, daily activity. We found it INVALUABLE when communicating with our kids; Also, the express pass on the AP, allows expedited check in [ less than 5 minutes] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fragilek Posted January 2, 2020 Author #4 Share Posted January 2, 2020 1 minute ago, redwings1958 said: The APP has all the tools you need before and during the cruise; You can view menus, IM anyone that you add to your chat, check balances, daily activity. We found it INVALUABLE when communicating with our kids; Also, the express pass on the AP, allows expedited check in [ less than 5 minutes] dose everyone have to do the app checkin or only one person in the cabin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECCruise Posted January 2, 2020 #5 Share Posted January 2, 2020 (edited) Just checked in on the Reflection in Barcelona in November. Had a hassle with the photo upload on the app so just did what we always do, quick print of the boarding documents. Check-in time, 5 minutes. Some people who had used the app still had to retake their photos, so no time saving. After you are on board the app does have some nice features. Edited January 2, 2020 by ECCruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michidoeme Posted January 2, 2020 #6 Share Posted January 2, 2020 But I assume the App needs an internet connection and does this go on Celebrity or on my minutes ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fragilek Posted January 2, 2020 Author #7 Share Posted January 2, 2020 we wont have free data at the port as we are from UK so roaming USA will be costly. So unless fort lauderdale has free wifi we wont be able to use phone to check in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fragilek Posted January 2, 2020 Author #8 Share Posted January 2, 2020 thanks for that info . this old girl feels happier now she knows she can have a backup printed copy lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted January 2, 2020 #9 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Both will work almost identically. The only advantage would be if you choose to upload a picture. It will speed you up slightly as it is used for Face ID for Check In. Using the App when we walked up to the agent prior to security the Face ID program recognized us and we didn't even need a boarding pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrk2cruise Posted January 2, 2020 #10 Share Posted January 2, 2020 I like the app as I can just scan passports with the camera. I don't believe you can upload a photo on the app anymore (just can take one with the camera). Since I have photos saved that I know are acceptable to Celebrity I then go to the website and edit the Xpress pass and upload the photo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark_T Posted January 2, 2020 #11 Share Posted January 2, 2020 You don’t need a data connection to display your pass when boarding, so that is not a concern. Once onboard You can connect to the ship wifi for free to use the app. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
varoo Posted January 2, 2020 #12 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Or you can have your photo taken when you board, which takes less than a minute, actually faster for many than bothering with taking and uploading a photo in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwings1958 Posted January 2, 2020 #13 Share Posted January 2, 2020 This is true. If your photo sucks the check in person has a tablet and presto chango the new photo replaces the old on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare WrittenOnYourHeart Posted January 3, 2020 #14 Share Posted January 3, 2020 I've done my check-in on the app and can see my express pass there - do I still need to print it out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark_T Posted January 3, 2020 #15 Share Posted January 3, 2020 3 minutes ago, WrittenOnYourHeart said: I've done my check-in on the app and can see my express pass there - do I still need to print it out? No, just show it on your phone/tablet when you arrive. A data connection is not required at the time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micheleata Posted January 3, 2020 #16 Share Posted January 3, 2020 2 hours ago, WrittenOnYourHeart said: I've done my check-in on the app and can see my express pass there - do I still need to print it out? I always print out a copy...just in case. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBookHePays Posted January 3, 2020 #17 Share Posted January 3, 2020 I uploaded a photo for my husband and myself online, but it doesn't show up on the app. Will I need to take a photo while checking in at the pier, or is the Xpress pass all that is needed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micheleata Posted January 4, 2020 #18 Share Posted January 4, 2020 22 hours ago, IBookHePays said: I uploaded a photo for my husband and myself online, but it doesn't show up on the app. Will I need to take a photo while checking in at the pier, or is the Xpress pass all that is needed? It won't show up on the app. They will decide if they need to retake the photo, but it only takes an extra minute. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvcrusn Posted January 4, 2020 #19 Share Posted January 4, 2020 (edited) 22 hours ago, IBookHePays said: I uploaded a photo for my husband and myself online, but it doesn't show up on the app. Will I need to take a photo while checking in at the pier, or is the Xpress pass all that is needed? X will either take a photo at the pier, use the photo(s) you uploaded or re-take photo(s) if the ones you uploaded don't meet their needs. Even if they have to take (re-take) photo(s) it only takes a minute or less. Don't stress. No data or WIFI connection is necessary to use the app on board. Even if you've done the Xpress pass on the app, it's not a bad idea to still print the Xpress pass as a back up. We boarded in Ft. Lauderdale one morning after some nasty storms hit the area. Although our phones were working fine all the terminal electronics were down and it took forever! Those without paper documentation had to wait much longer than those with it. Edited January 4, 2020 by Luvcrusn 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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