Uber’s new safety feature allows riders to record audio
In a bid to enhance rider and driver safety, Uber on Wednesday introduced a series of initiatives, including an audio recording feature on its app and a “Women Rider Preference” (WRP) option, particularly during late-night rides.
The WRP feature allows female drivers to accept rides exclusively from female passengers.
Uber said that riders can now record audio during trips if they feel “uncomfortable or concerned about their safety.” “The audio recordings will be encrypted, ensuring they are inaccessible to both drivers and passengers, and will only be accessed if submitted as part of a safety report.