What on Earth is Uber Lite?

UBER, BUT SMALLER

Uber just announced a Lite version of their ongoing app that takes up just 5MB of your storage space. One selfie less is all it takes to fit an app that brings air-conditioned cabs right to your doorstep. It even eats lesser data and will work in areas with 2G network.

NEW TRICKS

Uber says the app is designed to keep in mind old and small Android devices that have less screen real estate and therefore the UI is made to be as ‘tap’ friendly as possible. All to avoid typing more than necessary.

TRANSFERRABLE SKILLS

The company wanted Uber Lite to keep the core functionality of the original rider app, and has included many of its existing features like in-app support and the ability to share your trip with friends and family.

BOOKING WITH EASE

It was designed to make booking rides easier and quicker in spotty connectivity and slower than average internet speeds, on basic Android phones, and for people with limited data plans through new features such as optional maps and guided pickups.

WORLDWIDE ROLLOUT

As part of initial launch phase, it’ll only be available in Delhi, Jaipur and Hyderabad. Other cities and countries will get it in the coming months. There’s even an option to use it in seven different regional languages. For now though, anyone using an Android device with Android 4.0 or above can download it and get going. iOS availability is not mentioned but frankly, sobby Apple users might laugh at the data saving and storage saving “Lite” version of anything.