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Uber unveiled a slew of new features and upgrades at its annual Go/Get product showcase event, including a new option for teens, family profiles, Uber Car Seat, and more. Family profiles allow users to link multiple Uber accounts for easy coordination, while the teens feature gives parents more control over their children’s rides. With safety features like Verify My Ride and live trip tracking, parents can feel secure knowing their teens are in good hands.
In a partnership with Nuna, Uber is also introducing Uber Car Seat in select cities, starting with New York City and Los Angeles. This initiative aims to provide safe transportation options for families facing barriers to mobility. The event also saw the launch of features like booking flights through Uber, cracking down on fake ‘ghost kitchens’, and smoother airport pickups.
Other updates include the ability to order a ride without using the app, group grocery orders on Uber Eats, and more efficient group rides. Users can even send video gift messages with their Uber Eats orders or book boat trips in Greece. Despite these cool updates, it’s worth noting that Uber is facing challenges with unionization efforts and potential job protections for drivers in certain states.
Overall, the event showcased a mix of exciting new features and ongoing challenges for the ride-sharing giant.
