Take the T? Help Pick The New Real-Time App

By CHARLENE ARSENAULT (Patch Staff)

On Tuesday, the MBTA launched an online survey that will gives customers a chance to choose their favorite mass transit apps.

The survey consists of 11 apps that participants can rate as their favorite. The 11 apps included in the survey were selected from more than 60 apps that were all created and submitted by independent developers, and are based on the T’s real-time tracking and alerts data.

The survey seeks to identify the best real-time apps for commuter rail, subway and bus, and then share those results with the public.

The survey is located HERE.

“There are a number of excellent apps available that are valuable resources for riders seeking information in real time,” said MassDOT Secretary and CEO Stephanie Pollack in a statement. “Especially as we head into the winter season, we want to raise awareness of these tools, so our customers can be armed with important information they can use to plan ahead.”

The survey opens today, and customers can vote for their favorite app through Thursday, Nov. 12.

In addition to the survey, the MBTA also encourages the public to sign up for T alerts, and follow us on Twitter @MBTA for service information, and @MBTA_CR for commuter rail service information.

Information provided by MBTA.