Uber launches new app

Uber has announced the launch of Uber Lite, a redesigned Uber app, that will use less storage space and quicker in connectivity when booking rides, which is now available to all android devices. Lola Kassim, General Manager for Uber in West Africa said, “At Uber, we believe that anyone, anywhere should be able to get […]

Uber has announced the launch of Uber Lite, a redesigned Uber app, that will use less storage space and quicker in connectivity when booking rides, which is now available to all android devices.

Lola Kassim, General Manager for Uber in West Africa said, “At Uber, we believe that anyone, anywhere should be able to get a ride and after in-depth research, users  expressed a need for a lighter app, which uses less data and requires less storage space. Thus, I’m pleased to announce Uber Lite, which we believe will provide broad access to Uber while creating greater opportunity for everyone.”

Uber Lite’s new interface was designed to make booking rides quicker and lighter in low connectivity, on basic Android phones, and for people with limited data plans, a statement said yesterday.

The statement said Uber Lite retained the core functionality of the rider app, has in-app support, and includes critical safety features such as Trusted Contacts; a feature that allows riders to share their trips with about five friends and family and driver profiles, allowing riders to identify their driver and their vehicles before they get in.