transportation app – PSafe Blog https://www.psafe.com/en/blog Articles and news about Mobile Security, Android, Apps, Social Media and Technology in general. Thu, 19 Jan 2023 14:49:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/cropped-psafe_blog_purple-shield-32x32.png transportation app – PSafe Blog https://www.psafe.com/en/blog 32 32 <![CDATA[New York City’s 8 Ride-Sharing Apps, Ranked]]> https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/new-york-citys-8-ride-sharing-apps-ranked/ Thu, 20 Apr 2017 19:00:48 +0000 https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/?p=10187 New York has a pretty great public transportation system — there’s now free Wi-Fi seemingly everywhere, such as in subway stations — but that doesn’t mean that New Yorkers aren’t hankering for other ways to get around town. They most certainly are, which is why there are eight (and counting!) ride-sharing apps in New York. Eight options might seem overwhelming, but don’t worry: these eight ride-sharing apps, are ranked from best to worst. You may have already tested out one of the following services, but this list may help you to find your new favorite ride-sharing app.

  1. Way2Ride

Way2Ride is perfect: it relies on licensed cabbies for pickups, pricing is meter-based, and there is no surge pricing. That way, you no longer have to feel uncomfortable with rideshares that put taxi drivers out of work.

Read More: Every NYC Subway Station Now Has Public Wi-Fi

  1. Via

This is a ride-share app that lets you share rides with a bunch of other people, Via uses a logistic engine to fill seats on route to popular locations. Via routes aren’t personalized based on who’s riding; you tell the driver where you want to go, and then you’re dropped there on the way to the destination.

  1. Gett

Unlike Lyft or Uber, Gett doesn’t charge a service premium during busy service hours. Drivers are also paid with an hourly wage, rather than earning a cut of the fare. That means that even if drivers aren’t getting riders, they’re still getting paid.

  1. Arro

If you want a reliable way to hail a taxi, Arro’s your app. Like Way2Ride, Arro doesn’t charge surge prices during rush traffic, and you’ll still get to support the taxi drivers who use their driving as their primary incomes.

  1. Juno

A newer app — and therefore, unproven — Juno is trying to make its mark in NYC with its discounted in-city rides. But the problem with Juno? There aren’t that many drivers yet, so, if you’re in a hurry, this might not be the service for you.

  1. Bandwagon

This app’s usefulness is limited to when you’re leaving the airport after a flight. To use Bandwagon, you mark the destination you’d like to get to. The app then partners you up with people who are heading in the same general direction. After that, it sends a cab to pick you up, letting you skip taxi waiting lines.  

  1. Lyft

Lyft has demand-pricing during busy hours of the day: who wants to pay enormous premiums to get home? Regardless, Lyft is a trusted and reliable app.

  1. Uber

Uber is a successful and popular ride-sharing app that is available in hundreds of cities worldwide. There’s also uberPOOL, which matches you with riders going towards the same location as you so that you can save money. However, Uber has received a lot of criticism as of late due to controversial business practices.

]]> <![CDATA[A Review of the Via Transportation App]]> https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/review-via-transportation-app/ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 21:03:19 +0000 https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/?p=2282 Uber, Lyft, Gett — it seems like there couldn’t be more transportation apps on your phone. While these apps are easy to operate, surge pricing and long wait times can make using these services an expensive hassle. Before reverting back to old forms of public transportation, we’ve found a great new alternative for those living in the New York and Chicago areas. Via will save you time and money and restore your faith in app transportation.

Welcome to New York

If you happen to be anywhere in Manhattan south of 125th, Via is for you. On weekdays between 6 am and 9 pm, any ride costs just $5. Yes, you read that correctly. $5, or the amount you paid for your Vanilla Latte on the way to work for, can get you anywhere in the Big Apple. No surge pricing, no hidden fees. For those looking to stay out a little later on weekdays, from 9 pm to midnight, the fare only increases by 95 cents. Looking to explore the cities on the weekend? Via is perfect for those with brunch plans and rides from 10 am to midnight are just $5.95.

If You’re Ever In Chi-town…

And anywhere in Loop, West Loop, River North, or Lincoln Park and Lakeview, you are in luck. Users can ride anywhere on weekdays from 6:30 am to 9pm for just $3.95. Think of all those things you can do with the money saved… Blackhawk tickets, Cubs games, Comedy Clubs, those experiences are in reach. Those dream Lollapalooza tickets? Now a reality. Via will make sure you don’t miss out on everything Chicago has to offer, and make transportation a non-issue.

How Does it Work?

Via takes all passengers that are heading in the same direction and matches them with a driver going that way. They’ll meet you at a nearby location and drop you off close to your destination. The trip times are similar to the more expensive services and more convenient than public transit. The wait times average around five minutes, and before you book you will get an estimate time of arrival making it easier to plan your trip.

When transportation isn’t a hassle, these cities are easy to explore and enjoy. Install PSafe Total to extend battery life and make sure that Via is always at your fingertips.

]]>