Avoid update - serious issues with current version.

This newest version of the Uber app has a serious issue where it asks you to give it rights to your exact location ALL the time - not only when youre taking a ride, but also while you sleep, while youre at work, while youre driving your own car - literally ALWAYS.

All-the-time GPS drains batteries, and I dont want to give Uber the right to sniff my every move every minute of the day. It is just creepy that Uber would want the access to pry into their customers every moment. Do they share customer location data with drivers? Or just with the executive offices? Creep-out!

I suggest you try some of excellent alternatives that dont abuse personal information. Most of the same exact drivers work for the alternatives too, but without these troubling personal privacy practices offered by Uber. And most alternatives, I have learned, are less expensive. We all win!

Original Review:
Since the app and service are tightly coupled, my review is for both.

Overall, very good. Generally better than a cab. I have had one problem driver - crazy guy - but likely no less crazy than some cab drivers I have had.

App could be easier to use, but it is quite good.

Lance J. about Uber, v3.256.2