Emirates Airline To Release Apple Watch App On Launch Day

Emirates Airlines announced yesterday that's it's Apple Watch app will be available as soon as the device goes on sale on April 24 becoming the first airline in the Middle East and Africa region to offer an application for the new Apple device. The app is an extension of the Emirates iPhone app which provides "context-specific data" such as live flight status updates and baggage collection details.

Alex Knigge, senior vice president of digital at Emirates, said: "The Apple Watch platform allows us to connect with travellers on a more personal level by providing real-time information throughout their journey. Our team developed the Emirates app for Apple Watch with modern travellers in mind, making sure this wearable technology delivers key information with a simple glance at their wrist."