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HYPERDIA by VOICE app for iPhone and iPad


4.0 ( 3040 ratings )
Travel Navigation
Developer: Hitachi Systems, Ltd.
Free
Current version: 1.4.2, last update: 7 years ago
First release : 24 Sep 2010
App size: 9.48 Mb

HYPERDIA is a train timetable application that allows you to search using natural language spoken queries in either English or Japanese. For example, try a query like "Narita Airport to Shibuya station, last train." The search parameters will be set automatically, providing quick access to the train timetable information you are looking for. This can be particularly handy if you are a foreigner traveling in Japan for the first time, or simply prefer to see timetable information in English.

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[Jul 12, 2017 UPDATE]
We supported for 64bit architecture.
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===Using Voice Search===
The English language voice search system supports "Departure station", "Arrival station", "last train", and "first train" input parameters. You may also specify time information.

The voice search functionality helps to eliminate otherwise difficult and time-consuming text input, particularly when entering the names of Japanese train stations. Voice search is also useful when you are in a hurry, or when its awkward to input text using the built-in keypad.

Stations with similar pronunciations will appear as alternative candidates, making it easy to select your desired station.

The application also supports telephone-style usage. You can simply lift the phone to your ear and speak your query as if you were having a normal telephone conversation.

Of course, it is also possible to specify your search parameters using the built-in keypad without using the voice functionality.

===Route Search===
Search for all JR lines, private lines, subways, streetcars and airports is supported.

Information including the shortest route, fares, commuter fares, and links to time information and maps is shown.

It is possible to filter results based on plane routes, shinkansen, and rapid lines, as well as JR versus private railways.

===Japanese version===
Both English and Japanese versions of the system are available. This allows the user to search the same set of nationwide Japanese stations in either English or Japanese using text or voice input. Note that the English-language voice system is tailored to American English accents.


===30 days Free Trial===
The trial version of the application can be used for free for 30 days, starting from the first usage following installation.

At any time during or after the end of the 30 days trial period, you may purchase a usage coupon to continue using the application and enable the full set of available features.

===Coupon===
In order to use HYPERDIA after the free trial period, it is necessary to obtain a coupon by making an In App purchase.

Four different types of coupons are available. (Prices subject to change.)
* Japanese (1 month) - $1.99
* Japanese (1 year) - $16.99
* Japanese + English (1 month) - $2.99
* Japanese + English (1 year) - $25.99

Please be aware that if you purchase a "Japanese + English" coupon when you already have a valid "Japanese" coupon, the "Japanese" coupon will become invalid.

WARNING:
In order to use this application, a stable Internet connection (3G, WiFi, etc.) is required.

Please note that, although great care and effort have been taken in the development of this application, it is possible, due to circumstances beyond our control, that fare and/or time information may occasionally be incorrect.

Pros and cons of HYPERDIA by VOICE app for iPhone and iPad

HYPERDIA by VOICE app good for

Using the Japan Railpass You can go everywhere anytime. Planning all trips is easy and fun. In a second you get a perfect schedule, make a screenshot, walk to a JR station, show your schedule on the screen and JR will provide you with reservation tickets.
This is a must have if you are traveling in Japan. Simple and easy to use. Put in station start, destination and time and it spits out many different options and carriers. Great app.
I am currently traveling in Japan. I tried to use Google maps and Apple maps at first but both maps didnt provide enough detailed alternatives for train rides. I have been using this train app to look at all the different trains going from Osaka to Kyoto and vice versa. I get to see and choose from super express Thunderbirds, wide view Hida, Shinkansen, or new express train. For JR pass holders, it is a no brainier to ride a more comfortable and quicker train. This invaluable train app has made my train ride decision so much easier as a foreigner in Japan. 100% recommended.
I had great success solo navigating the country when using Hyperdia in conjunction with Google Maps
Worth every cent especially with the history added into it! I use this app daily and find it easy to use and even nicer since they updated their tables with the blackout schedule! Very nice!!
I have been using this App for 25 days and it has been a life saver (kinda). I got stuck in Tokyo because my flight was delayed over night; but I didnt want to wait to get back to my family down south, so I took the train system. This App worked like a champ. I thought I would miss a leg, or be confused, but I was able to make it from transfer stop to transfer start with no trouble. I dont use the voice feature, so I cant comment on it. The one thing I wish would be changed is for it to use the iPhones map, when mapping a station. I love this App and will be buying the year plan.

Some bad moments

Keep getting a white screen and no possibility to do anything...
Please fix it !!! Its not working anymore with ios7 and I paid for it !!!
I installed the app to see what it looks like and when I opened it it tells me I have 30 day of free use... Ill be in Tokyo in 32 days for 10 days so its no use to me an it isnt worth buying for 10 days only... Too bad
Cannot change the setting, even if I select 英語 in the language menu, its still in Japanese... Not really easy to use if you do not master the language and totally useless if you cannot read it at all.
While Google Maps offer an improved experience in that regard. Hyperdia has more information available regarding JR lines/Shinkansen. But it is limited to 30 days of free usage, there’s work around though. Also the app crashes, or made my iphone crash when I went back to the app on a previously selected travel but this time no wifi available; I worked around this by making screens its.
I just download the app and paid an extra $3,99 to have the English version, but the app is only showing in Japanese. Very disappointing and I lost my money.

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