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Uber launches carpooling service UberCOMMUTE in China

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Uber, in China, launches a new service called UberCOMMUTE that aims to make commuting easier and more efficient via sharing a ride.

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Aiming to help reduce costs for everyone and at the same time cut traffic congestion, the service lets drivers sign in to the app and key in their destination which will then be matched by Uber to participating riders who share the same route. The driver can already see how much he would be earning before he decides to accept the request and pick them up on the way.

Riders will split the payment which could cut the costs in half for each passenger, so that’s a good thing. This also frees up space on the street since people would now be sharing a ride instead of them having one vehicle each.

Currently, only China has the service but the company will “adapt uberCOMMUTE for other cities around the world”. This means there is a high chance that it will make its way here in the Philippines.

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Uber launches carpooling service UberCOMMUTE in China

Kevin Bruce Francisco Leave a comment

Uber, in China, launches a new service called UberCOMMUTE that aims to make commuting easier and more efficient via sharing a ride.

ubercommute

Aiming to help reduce costs for everyone and at the same time cut traffic congestion, the service lets drivers sign in to the app and key in their destination which will then be matched by Uber to participating riders who share the same route. The driver can already see how much he would be earning before he decides to accept the request and pick them up on the way.

Riders will split the payment which could cut the costs in half for each passenger, so that’s a good thing. This also frees up space on the street since people would now be sharing a ride instead of them having one vehicle each.

Currently, only China has the service but the company will “adapt uberCOMMUTE for other cities around the world”. This means there is a high chance that it will make its way here in the Philippines.

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Smart and Uber partner up for free rides with free Wi-Fi

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Smart announces its partnership with ride-sharing company Uber in offering their users free rides with the vehicles equipped with an in-car Smart Wi-Fi  for the convenience of their passengers.

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The promo gives away two free rides worth Php300 each to Metro Manila-based subscribers who are also first-time users of the Uber app. To avail of this exclusive treat, just head over to their website and register your Smart number. After which you will receive a confirmation message together with a promo code that you can use on the Uber app right before booking a ride.

Once inside the vehicle you will be treated to an available Wi-Fi hotspot powered by Smart so you can either work or pass the time browsing online while on your way to your destination. It’s important to note that this Wi-Fi service will only be initially available in select Uber Black vehicles, with their other cars following suit “over the next few months”.

This service is limited to Metro Manila only and the special free ride promo will last until September 30, 2015.

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Google announces OnHub Wi-Fi router

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With all the hassle of setting up your Internet router — from routing the cables to establishing a working connection, it’s not really an exciting task whenever you get a new one. Google aims to minimize that by announcing the OnHub Wi-Fi router that aims to provide a really easy solution in setting up a connection at home.

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Partnering with TP-Link, the OnHub router has a tall, cylindrical design which is designed not to be hidden behind TVs or down on the floor where signal interference is common. By making it look attractive, Google aims for users to position the device somewhere without obstruction that would yield better performance.

The device has 13 antennas — 12 of which for signal and one for checking the strength of the signal within the area. According to the company, here’s how OnHub works during installation:

“OnHub searches the airwaves and selects the best channel for the fastest connection. A unique antenna design and smart software keep working in the background, automatically adjusting OnHub to avoid interference and keep your network at peak performance. You can even prioritize a device, so that your most important activity — like streaming your favorite show — gets the fastest speed.”

To help in setting up and managing your Wi-Fi, there is a dedicated app called Google On that shows some important details like how much bandwidth is being used up by the devices and at the same time troubleshoots issues with the Wi-Fi.

OnHub is in an exclusive partership with TP-Link..for now. Google says it will also be producing their routers with ASUS as their second partner soon, so watch out for that. The Google OnHub is already available for pre-order for $199.

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Motorists watch out: List of roads closed today for earthquake drill

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Navigation app Waze gave out notifications to its users in the Philippines reminding them that today is the day that MMDA will conduct the Shakedrill 2015 in preparation for the expected earthquake in the country. They listed down the places as well as the time that specific roads will be closed.

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Below are the planned closures for today, July 30, 2015, and their corresponding times:

  • Apolinario Mabini – 09:00-11:59
  • Roxas Blvd Service Rd – 09:00-11:59
  • Exchange Rd – 18:00-23:59
  • San Miguel Ave – 18:00-23:59
  • Pearl Dr – 18:00-23:59
  • North – 10:30-11:30
  • Parkway Dr – 10:30-11:30
  • East – 10:30-11:30
  • West – 10:30-11:30
  • Marcelo H del Pilar – 09:00-11:59
  • Jade Dr – 18:00-23:59
  • Dona Julia Vargas Ave – 18:00-23:59
  • Lourdes – 18:00-23:59

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In addition, using the app will guide motorists to their destinations and evade these blocked roads.

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