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  1. Android News

    Uber app brings improvements for UberPool rides

    Uber has updated their Android app to make UberPool more convenient to use. Changes include status updates, countdown timers for drivers, the ability to extend routes, and more.
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    Uber transforms their app with a Rogue One makeover

    Uber has updated their app to celebrate the upcoming release of Star Wars: Rogue One. You can choose to have your app skinned after the movie, complete with Uber vehicles showing up as starships and other cool changes.
  3. Android News

    Deal: Save 50% on your next 5 Uber rides when using Android Pay

    Google is running a promotion through December 31st which will save you up to 50% off your next 5 rides (up to $15 off per ride).
  4. Android News

    Uber's new AI lab will help its self-driving car aspirations

    Uber has acquired AI startup Geometric Intelligence to fuel its self-driving car revolution. The 15 person team will set about creating rules for Uber's new initiative by feeding just a handful of examples instead of massive amounts of data.
  5. Android News

    Electrolux wants to make an app like Uber, but for laundry machines

    With the success of apps and services such as Uber and Airbnb, other companies want to use this model and apply it to other aspects of life. Electrolux is currently testing an application that is similar to Uber, but will focus on using someone's washer and dryer instead of getting a ride from them.
  6. Android News

    New Uber feature makes it easier for you to compliment good drivers

    The developers behind Uber have just announced a new feature called Compliments. So now, along with giving a driver a high rating, you can pick a badge that shows what you liked about a driver the most.
  7. Android News

    Uber is using trip data to recommend popular dining locations

    Uber has been able to collect a lot of data on various restaurant locations thanks to its customers. Now, Uber has announced they are launching a Restaurant Guide to help people find popular places to eat.
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    Uber redesigns their mobile apps

    Uber today revealed their redesigned mobile apps for commuters. The app's redesign streamlines most actions and processes that were available in the previous app in order to cut down on UI clutter and provide the information and tools you need when you need them.
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    Uber drivers in London must now pass an English exam

    Regulations surrounding private hire drivers like those from Uber have changed in London thanks to Transport for London. Starting on October 14th, drivers are required to hold an English qualification in order to drive in the city. Those that don't will need to pass a two-hour £200 exam.
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    Philadelphia courts have ordered Uber and Lyft to cease operating in the city

    A Common Pleas Court judge in the city of Philadelphia has just ordered Lyft and Uber to stop operating their businesses within the city limits. This injunction is the result of a lawsuit by taxi drivers that claim equal protections have not been provided for all of the city's car services.
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    Uber is researching a helicopter-like VTOL aircraft

    Uber is in the transportation business, and the company's latest research project could have you flying to your destination. The VTOL (vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft concept functions like a helicopter, and just might autonomous in the future.
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    Uber is making drivers take a selfie before they can pick up customers

    In an attempt to keep the company's customers safe from impersonators, the company has implemented a new type of safety check. Before a driver checks in and can pick up a passenger, they are required to take a selfie so the service can verify they are the person in the profile photo.
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    The government wants companies to share a lot of the collected data from self-driving cars

    Yesterday, it was reported that the federal government would release some guidelines for companies who are involved in self-driving cars. Those guidelines are now available, and people from companies like Google, Uber, Ford, Lyft, and Volvo don't seem to be happy with the types of data the...
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    Tuesday, the federal government will release self-driving car rules for companies

    Until now, companies have followed state laws when it comes to testing self-driving cars in their state. On Tuesday though, the federal government will step in and release a rule book for companies to follow when it comes to the manufacturing and selling of self-driving cars.
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    Uber self-driving cars launch in Pittsburgh today

    Uber has started rolling out self-driving cars in Pittsburgh today. The company will launch the service for their most loyal users in the city. The rides will come with human operators in case they need to take over operation of the vehicle at any time.
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    Uber doesn't like that London wants to even the playing field for black cabs

    London's Mayor has started talking about plans to help other black cab companies get a fair shot of business in the wake of Uber's popularity. Uber doesn't like the move and is urging London citizens to help lobby for less interference in private transportation business by the government.
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    Uber and Android Pay promo gives you 50% off 10 rides through October 15th

    Uber has teamed up with Google to offer their customers a little discount when you use the ride sharing service from now until October 15th. You'll get 50% off the price of your ride (only up to $5 off per ride though), and can use this promo 10 times before the promotional period ends.
  18. Android News

    Uber offering discounts for using your linked Visa card

    Uber is introducing a new permanent Local Offers feature that will offer ridesharing discounts to Visa card owners. Shopping at participating stores with the Visa credit card linked to your Uber account will give you a point per dollar spent. At 100 points, you'll get $10 off on your next ride.
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    An Alphabet executive has just resigned from Uber’s board over conflicts of interest

    David Drummond, a longtime executive at Google/Alphabet has just resigned as a board member at Uber. Google Ventures continues to be an investor in the Uber, but David says the two companies are overlapping and it could create a conflict of interest.
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    Uber is rolling out flat rates for riders in select cities

    Uber is rolling out a new pricing plan in select cities. The new pricing plan will make getting a ride as cheap as paying for a bus. The current pricing depends on how far you want to go and how busy it is. The new plans will be offered in the form of packages. You can buy 20 trips for $20, 40...
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    Uber users in London can start booking rides in advance

    Scheduled rides is one of the most requested features from Uber users, and it seems that feature is now rolling out. Limited to London at the start, users can now open the Uber app, schedule a ride for a specific time, and feel comfortable knowing that your ride will be ready to go when you need...
  22. Android News

    Lyft tried to sell itself to Google, Apple, Uber and others but came up short

    A new report states that Lyft reached out to a number of different companies trying to find a buyer to help with the operating costs. Some of the companies that Lyft reached out to include Google, Apple, Amazon, General Motors and even Uber. However, the company has fallen short in its efforts...
  23. Android News

    Uber will test rides in self-driving cars this month

    Uber has mentioned that they will launch their first trials for self-driving taxi service. The company will run trials in Pittsburgh, where users can order a ride from their phone like they would regularly. The rides will be free as part of the testing.
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    Uber investing $500 million into mapping project

    Uber is said to be spending $500 million to invest in a mapping project that'll give them new data about driving roads. It's not know what the specific purpose of the investment is, but Uber is working on self-driving taxi service for the future so that should benefit from this investment.
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    UberCENTRAL will let businesses pay for rides on behalf of their customers

    Uber wants to give businesses a way to pay for a ride that their customers would take to their store. Uber says this service is scalable too, so it will be able to handle the workload for companies both big and small.
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