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Today, Disney gave us some updates and new looks at their new MagicBands!
MagicBand+ is the latest iteration of Disney’s MagicBands and has new features like lights, gesture recognition, vibrations, and interaction with Disney parks and shows. While sharing information on these interactive MagicBands, Josh D’Amaro wore a prototype. Here’s a close-up look at some the bands we’ve seen in person.
New Magic Band+ coming in 2022
It was announced that the new MagicBands are coming to Disney World in 2022 as part of the 50th Anniversary celebration!
MagicBand+
Not only will these new accessories come to Disney World in 2022, but Disneyland will also be joining in on the MagicBand fun! This will be the first time that Disneyland will have MagicBands! According to Disney,”Some of the features of MagicBand+ will vary between Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort.”
Plus, Disneyland guests will be able to get an exclusive Sleeping Beauty Castle-inspired band!
Exclusive Sleeping Beauty Castle MagicBand
These bands will be able to interact with nighttime spectaculars, the 5oth anniversary statues, and so much more. You can read all about MagicBand+ here.
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Interestingly, the software/firmware developers were manning thr information table at the expo. We talked for quite a while. I asked if they were imagineers or marketing. They said neither. “We are developing the code and firmware for the bands.
Well considering that the 50th anniversary started in Oct 2021, when exactly are they planning to release these? It indicates they will be part of the 50th anniversary, that started 3 months ago..
Did you happen to find out if Disneyland’s MagicBand+ will work at WDW or vice versa?
Pam, I don’t think Disney has shared this yet, but it’s a great question. We’ll update when there’s info.
Marsha, the 50th celebration is 18 months long, so they’ll be released sometime in that timeframe.
waiting till last minute to order magic bands for our trip in 2 weeks. In your opinion do you believe, or is it rumored, that the new magicband+ will be released this week?
Brandi, no information from Disney on a release date yet, unfortunately.
OOOOOOO so pretty
Is there a release date yet? We are going June 30 and I would love to have these
Hi Kecia! Disney has not yet given a release date for the new interactive MagicBands, but we are keeping an eye on it and will update as soon as they do!
Hi Gigi, Great article. Do you know the pricing? Can D23 members get discounts?
Hi Raymond! Disney has not yet released that information, but we are keeping an eye on it and will update as soon as they do!
Can your Apple Watch be integrated to be your magic band also in 2022?
Hi Leslie! You can definitely use your Apple Watch as a MagicBand. You can find all of Disney’s information on how to get started by clicking here.