Top Apps to Download Before Visiting Korea(Writing)

 

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Before you visit Korea, there are a few essential apps you should download to make your trip smoother and more enjoyable. Korea is known for its advanced technology, and most aspects of daily life are managed through smartphone apps. now, I will introduce must-have apps that will help you with transportation, communication, shopping, finances, and gathering information. These apps will enhance your experience and make navigating Korea much easier.

 

 

KakaoMap

KakaoMap is one of the most useful map apps for finding directions and planning your trips in Korea. Unlike Google Maps, which can be less accurate in Korea, KakaoMap provides more precise and detailed information. It offers public transportation routes as well as driving navigation, making it easy to find the best routes. You can also check reviews and operating hours for various places like tourist attractions, restaurants, and cafes, minimizing any inconvenience during your trip.

Key Features: Real-time navigation, public transportation routes, nearby facility search

Supported Languages: Korean, English, Checking other languages 

Android devise : Samsung, LG, Google Pixel, OnePlus, Xiaomi, Huawei and so on

iOS devide : iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch and so on

 

 

simtomi

 simtomi is an artificial intelligence dictionary questionnaire application created by Incheon Metropolitan City and digital health company Mediark to increase medical accessibility for foreigners who are not familiar with the Korean language. It is said that many foreigners have experienced being unable to go to the hospital because they do not speak Korean well. Even when going to the hospital, there were cases where the wrong prescription was given due to language communication problems. I hope simtomi will help solve this problem. Simtomi is a cutting-edge healthcare app designed to help users find medical services and evaluate symptoms with ease. Unlike other platforms, Simtomi provides a comprehensive AI-powered symptom-checking system that allows users to input their health issues and receive relevant medical department recommendations. It also helps find nearby hospitals and pharmacies, ensuring users get quick access to the care they need. The app is especially beneficial for international travelers, as it offers real-time multilingual support, translating symptom summaries and facilitating communication with local healthcare providers.

 

Key Features:

AI-powered symptom evaluation Medical department and hospital recommendations

Open pharmacy finder Multilingual symptom translation for easy communication

Pre-consultation symptom reporting to medical professionals Supported

 

Languages: Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified & Traditional), Vietnamese, Arabic, French, Spanish, Mongolian and so on

 

As of Friday, September 27, 2024, when you search for simtomi in the Play Store, other apps appear at the top, so there is a risk of downloading other apps. I will leave a link below where you can download it.

Android device : Samsung, LG, Google Pixel, OnePlus, Xiaomi, Huawei and so on

iOS device : iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch and so on

 

papago

 Papago is one of the most reliable translation apps, especially when it comes to translating Korean. Developed by Naver. this app provides high-quality translations that are particularly accurate for Korean language content. It is highly regarded for its ability to understand context, offering more natural translations, making it ideal for everyday conversations, travel, and more.

 

Key Features:

Korean Language Specialization: Papago excels in Korean translations due to its development by a Korean company, offering higher accuracy for translations between Korean and other languages. It’s especially strong with everyday language and colloquial expressions.

 

Real-Time Voice Translation: papago provides real-time voice translation between various languages, including Korean.

 

Image translation (camera translation): Papago allows users to take a photo of a menu, sign, or document and translate the text directly from the image. It is especially helpful in quickly translating Korean documents.

 

Offline Translation: papago supports offline translation, making it useful for travel or areas with limited internet access.

 

Natural Sentence Translations: Papago uses machine learning to provide more context-aware and natural translations, especially when translating between Korean, English, Japanese, and Chinese.

 

Language Learning Tools: Papago also offers features for language learners, such as grammar checking and pronunciation guidance, to help you learn and practice a new language more easily.

 

Support for Various Languages: Papago supports 16 languages, with a strong focus on Asian languages. In addition to English, german, and Portuguese, it also supports Spanish, French, and more.

 

This version keeps the focus on Papago's key strengths while maintaining a clear and organized structure.

 

 

Android device : Samsung, LG, Google Pixel, OnePlus, Xiaomi, Huawei and so on

iOS device : iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch and so on

 

 

 

 

 

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