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Uber Introduces VoIP Calling Feature on its Platform
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Uber Introduces VoIP Calling Feature on its Platform

The ride-hailing major Uber has come up with VoIP calling feature on its app which will allow users to call the driver (and vice-versa) over Wi-Fi. Thus, the next time you travel via Uber, you can book a ride without having a SIM card connection as well. This might really be helpful if the users wish to save on international roaming costs or if you don't have a working phone while you are traveling. In this case, the users can simply use Wi-Fi to contact the Uber driver. The Uber VoIP call is similar to any VoIP calling apps like WhatsApp, Skype, etc. Also, the users can make use of their mobile internet pack to make calls via Uber app. This will also help both the driver and the rider to be within the Uber app for an improved experience. Uber stated that the idea behind this is t...
Uber to “Double Down” Investments in India after Leaving Southeast Asia
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Uber to “Double Down” Investments in India after Leaving Southeast Asia

San Fransisco based cab hailing company Uber said on Wednesday that it would be doubling up investment in India to take on the arch contender Ola. Uber's maiden COO Barney Hardford said that India has such a huge potential that the company would not settle for minority stake deals here.The world's most valued startup comments have come up amidst the speculations of a potential merger between its India unit and home built opponent Ola. Hardford said, India is absolutely a core market, now and in the future. Uber's success is hardcoded to India's success. Our merger with Grab Holdings in Southeast Asia has freed up resources for the company to channelize into this market. The company had set up a $1 billion investmnet in 2015 and also opened a support centre in Hyderabad with an inve...