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Uber now lets riders add multiple stops to a single ride. This may be a standard feature of ordinary cab rides, but it has proven to be a long time coming for Uber and other ride-sharing services. Lyft added the option in 2016, and Uber has now finally caught up with its biggest competitor. Love it or hate it, Uber is changing the way many of us get from A to B, especially in big cities. However, Uber is far from perfect, and despite its many advantages over regular taxis, it also has its disadvantages. One of which is the inflexibility of the drivers. But things are improving… How to Add Multiple Stops to Your Uber Uber has been testing  allowing riders to add multiple stops to their journey  since May 2017. And now it’s finally ready to roll out worldwide  on Android  and  on iOS . It has already gone live in various big cities, and should be rolled out to everyone over the next few weeks. You’ll know when you have the option by the addi...

Over the last couple of years, smartphones have  undergone remarkable changes  both in terms of technology and looks. Not many years ago, we used to have bulky devices with poor display and foot-long bezels. I know I'm exaggerating here but you get the drift. It’s 2017 and (thankfully) smartphones are no longer so ugly any more. In fact, most of them are truly stunning and crafted beautifully. Small, squint-to-see displays have been replaced by amazing OLED screens, bezels are almost history (along with the headphone jacks for few models) and the thick edges have been replaced by sleek and tapering edges. The list goes on. These changes have yielded phones that can rightly be described as stunning. And the best thing about them is that they are also packed with interesting features. Luckily, 2017 has been a year where many glass walls were broken when it came to designing and here are the phones that broke all stereotypes. 1. Samsung Galaxy S8: That Display! ...

I’ve been playing with the iPhone 8 for a week or two, and in that time I’ve only found a handful of reasons to actually upgrade beyond the iPhone 6s and 7. That’s not to say it’s a bad phone, but it’s not a particularly compelling upgrade. If the iPhone 8 falls flat for you and you’re still looking for a way to put a dent in your wallet, you’re better off waiting for the upcoming iPhone X instead. So let’s explore your options, and consider the alternatives. 1. Your iPhone Is Old When I say old, I mean “iPhone 6 old” — a three-year old device. If you’re coming from an A8 processor, slow Touch ID scanner, tinny speakers, no weather or dust proofing, and a paltry amount of storage, the iPhone 8 is a great buy. It’s a refined version of last year’s iPhone 7 and you’ll notice a huge leap in performance. An aging device is the number one reason for upgrading this time around. The iPhone 6s is still a serviceable phone, and it doesn’t lack any huge feat...

Google has added a handful of Instant Apps to Google Play. This means you can now try Android apps without ever actually installing them on your device. And all you need to do is look for the new “Try It Now” button sitting alongside supported apps on Google Play. At Google IO 2016, Google unveiled  Instant Apps . These are native Android apps that can be used without the need to install anything. The idea being that you can try before you buy. Google has ramped up its Instant Apps efforts since then, and a handful have now  made it onto Google Play . Tap “Try It Now” to Try It Now Until now, trying Instant Apps was a bit of a faff. You had to opt in, then search the web to find them. However, Google has now added a “Try It Now” button on the Google Play listings for supported apps. So you just need to tap the button to try an app without needing to install it. The current list of Instant Apps includes Skyscanner, BuzzFeed, Red Bull, and The New York Tim...

It’s safe to say there’s no shortage of photo-editing apps for smartphone photographers out there. Whatever your  creative soul  needs, there’s a good chance someone has already crafted an app to fulfill it. At the same time, because of the endless options out there, it can be difficult to choose the app that’s perfect for you. We do not dare say we’ve found that specific smartphone app that you’ve been looking for. Instead, we’d like to introduce you to a bunch of apps that you’ve probably never heard of that will definitely help you think outside the box. Whether you want to cartoonize your pictures or turn them into a time-lapse, you’ll find something that will suit your needs. Your Smartphone Photography Revolution 1. Geló Available on:  iOS Price:  Free Does playing with color gels, various geometric shapes, and gradients sound like your idea of expressing yourself through photography? Geló’s 32-color palette will help you customi...

Uber is a worldwide phenomenon today, changing the taxi and local commute experience. And it can be even better if you use these awesome apps. We’re not going to get into whether Uber is threatening traditional taxi services or the recent controversy in the U.K. We also aren’t getting into whether Uber is the best or not. This article is about those who use Uber and want to improve their rides. Needless to say, it’s best if you already have an Uber account to use these apps. If you don’t, you might need to register with the official Uber app for your phone. Download:  Uber for  Android  (Free) or  iOS  (Free) 1.  m.uber.com  (Web): Book Uber on Any Computer Uber is primarily an app that you have to use on your phone. Only then do you get to book a cab to wherever you are. But there’s a simple hack to use it on your computer. Just go to the Uber Mobile site. Yup, by simply visiting  m.uber.com , you’ll be ...