Airbnb announced a new version of the Airbnb’s app for iPad and Android tablet users. It’s the first time for them to dedicate app for larger mobile displays. The reason for this is for it to look like a magazine spread or coffee table book with big glossy photos, focusing heavily on photography.
It’s rather evident throughout the app, such as the home screen features high-res photos of popular destinations while search results emphasize photos first.
Feature wise, it’s nothing really different than the existing smartphone apps. Users can browse and book listings, contact hosts, get directions or check for last-minute rentals. It also has a dedicated host experience, so host can manage their listings and respond to messages.
On another note, we heard that they are also planning to create an app for Apple Watch. We wonder how that would look like…
For more info, visit AirBnB Facebook page.