DTA's schedule information now available on Google Transit for iPhone users
Published: 12/12/2008 Expires: 12/31/2008
With the introduction of the new iPhone 2.2 firmware update the iPhone now puts public transportation and walking on even footing with driving directions in Google Maps for Mobile.
Whenever iPhone users in the Twin Ports ask for directions on Google Maps, DTA route and schedule information is at their fingertips. In addition, for those who regularly use public transportation, the program automatically accesses transit information by default.
This is a huge free upgrade for the DTA and all transit agencies who have shared their schedule data with Google. This, along with the other transit-supporting versions of Google Maps for mobile for BlackBerry, Windows Mobile, and Symbian Series 60, makes it easy for riders to obtain route and schedule information with their iPhone and other mobile devices.
It is expected that the new iPhone feature will be welcomed service for regular and casual DTA riders. "Just about everybody has a cell phone these days and DTA information is at their fingertips, not only from their home computer or laptop, but in their pocket or purse," says DTA General Manager Dennis Jensen.
