Disney announced today that the new MagicBand+ will debut at Walt Disney World in 2022. The new band “will come alive at various times with color-changing lights, haptic vibrations and gesture recognition.” It will allow you to engage in Disney moments in new ways.

• Play like a bounty hunter in a galaxy far, far away and find virtual bounties throughout Black Spire Outpost in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. 
• Interact with the “Disney Fab 50 Character Collection,” the golden sculptures spread throughout the Walt Disney World theme parks.
• Experience nighttime spectaculars in a new way as you see your band light up and complement the magic in the skies, including the new “Harmonious” at EPCOT and “Disney Enchantment” at Magic Kingdom Park.

MagicBand+ will be available for purchase beginning next year, including a discounted pre-arrival price for Disney Resort hotel guests as well as new and renewing Walt Disney World Annual Passholders. Current MagicBands will continue to be available.

I am interested to see how much this version is going to cost. I don’t currently wear a MagicBand when I go to the parks. I’ve been using my iPhone to get through the turnstiles. What are you thoughts, and are you planning on purchasing one? Or a few?