Why does my Uber app look different?

So, today we're announcing a redesign of the Uber app and rolling out the first in a series of updates to make it more effortless to go and get with Uber. We've simplified the homescreen experience so you can book rides and Uber Eats deliveries more easily, with fewer taps, right from the get-go.



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Uber's new redesigned homescreen. There are also new tabs near the bottom of your screen called Services and Activity. The Services tab shows you all the services available near you, from e-scooters to cocktails and flowers. The Activity tab shows you all your past and upcoming deliveries and other services.

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That said, Uber is not in every city in Spain. Not due to regulations but simply due to demand. If there is no demand there is no money. If there is no money there are no drivers.

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In Madrid and Barcelona, we checked the Uber prices, and they were as much or more than the regular taxi.

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Uber in Spain operates in exactly the same way that it does in every country. Therefore, if you already have the app downloaded and an active account – away you go. However, if you haven't used the platform yet you will need to download the app from your app store (find it for Android here and Apple here).

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You'll see terms like UberX, Uber Comfort and Uber Select for example. What is the difference between Uber and UberX, you might wonder? Actually, there is no difference between UberX and Uber – UberX is simply a basic level of service that Uber offers. Uber offers a variety of service level options.

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To get started, tap the highlighted icon on the bottom left side of your app to access your preferences. Then select the available services you want to offer. Auto-accept will automatically accept trips for the services you've selected.

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How much should you tip Uber drivers? Similar to tipping for other services, like getting a massage or going to the nail salon, the rule of thumb is to tip 20%, says Sokolosky. So if your ride costs $30—an average cost for a moderate trip in most cities—then you'll tip $6, for a total of $36.

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Uber Lite will display upfront prices and auto-sort vehicles starting with the most affordable, at the time of your request. Need a simple way to get from A to B quickly? Try UberGO or UberAuto, two of our most affordable ride options.

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How to save more with Uber
  1. Refer a friend. Of course, the best tip for how to save money on Uber rides is to get one for free! ...
  2. Travel together and split the fare. ...
  3. Remember dynamic pricing. ...
  4. Pick the right ride. ...
  5. Ride-share full-time.


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Customer experience improved. Uber Eats users can now use the 'multi-store ordering' feature, allowing customers to pick dishes from two restaurants, given that they are nearby, without paying an additional delivery fee. This also applies to convenience stores and liquor shops.

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Operating much like Uber, Cabify is one of the most commonly used alternatives to Uber in Spain. Cabify is available in Alicante, A Coruña, Barcelona, Benidorm, Madrid, Málaga, Marbella, Murcia, Santander, Seville, Valencia, and Zaragoza.

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Inflated fare prices in times of high passenger demand, called SURGE pricing, often cause people to declare that rideshare prices are more expensive than cab fares. However, this isn't necessarily true. Business Insider published a report that found Uber, on average, to be cheaper than taxi cabs across the country.

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UberESPAÑOL Has Arrived!
  1. Open the “Promotions” section in your app and enter the code ESPANOLTX.
  2. Toggle over to uberX in the vehicle menu.
  3. Select the ESPAÑOL option and request a ride.


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