Airbnb is rolling out a number of new features to its app, including an AI-based photo tour, smart locks, and more transparency into pricing.
AI-Powered Photo Tour
The AI-powered photo tour is a new feature that allows hosts to create a virtual tour of their listing in just a few seconds. The feature uses artificial intelligence to identify and organize photos of different rooms in the listing, and then creates a seamless tour that guests can view before they book.
“This new feature will make it even easier for guests to get a sense of the space before they book,” said Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky. “We believe that this will lead to more bookings and happier guests.”
Smart Locks
Airbnb is also partnering with a number of smart lock companies to allow hosts to integrate their smart locks with their Airbnb accounts. This will allow guests to access their listings without having to worry about getting a key.
“This is a great feature for hosts who want to make their listings even more convenient for guests,” said Chesky. “It’s also a great security feature, as it will allow hosts to track who is coming and going from their listings.”
More Transparency into Pricing
Airbnb is also making its pricing more transparent by showing guests the total price of their stay upfront, including all fees and taxes. This will make it easier for guests to compare prices and make informed decisions about their bookings.
“We want to make sure that guests know exactly what they’re paying for,” said Chesky. “This new feature will make it even easier for guests to budget for their trips.”
Additional Features
In addition to the above, Airbnb is also rolling out a number of other new features, including:
- A new Listings tab with a redesigned interface to enable hosts to add property details.
- The ability for hosts to compare their prices with competing listings.
- A new Guest Favorites feature that allows guests to save their favorite listings.
Conclusion
The new features being rolled out to the Airbnb app are designed to make it easier for both hosts and guests to use the platform. The AI-powered photo tour, smart locks, and more transparency into pricing are all significant improvements that will benefit both parties.
Airbnb is constantly innovating and improving its platform, and the new features being rolled out today are just the latest example of the company’s commitment to providing a great experience for hosts and guests alike.
