Ola, Uber and Android

India sends notices to Uber, Ola over pricing disparity on Apple and Android phones
An Indian government body has sent notices to ride-hailing firms Ola and Uber over alleged differential pricing for Android and Apple phones, the country's consumer affairs minister, Pralhad Joshi, said in a post on X on Thursday.
Uber and Ola Receive Notices from Consumer Ministry Over Differential Pricing Based on Smartphone Type
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs has taken a major step by sending complaints to Uber and Ola, two of the biggest ride-hailing companies, regarding claims that they charge varying prices depending on the kind of smartphone used to make the reservation.
Ola, Uber under fire: Government probes ‘unfair’ price discrimination between iPhone and Android users
The controversy began after reports and social media posts suggested that cab fares for identical routes and timings were higher when booked through iPhones compared to Android devices.
Uber denies implementing phone model-based pricing in India
Uber said it does not set ride prices based on a user's phone model, shortly after an Indian government body alleged that the ride-hailing giant and its domestic rival Ola use differential pricing for Android and Apple phones.
CCPA notices sent to Ola, Uber over Android-iOS fare differences: Joshi
Differential pricing has stirred widespread discussion online with netizens sharing screenshots of how companies charge different prices for the same product/service from iPhones and Android users
Centre issues notice to Ola, Uber over alleged fare disparity on iPhone, Android
Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued notices to Ola and Uber following complaints about price differences for identical rides on Android an
CCPA Investigates Ola, Uber for Differential Pricing
India's Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) is investigating ride-hailing services Ola and Uber for allegedly charging different prices based on the user's mobile operating system.
Union government sends notices to Uber, Ola over pricing disparity on Apple and Android phones
Union government investigates Ola and Uber for alleged differential pricing, sparking concerns over consumer rights and fair trade practices.
'Zero Tolerance For Consumer Exploitation': CCPA Launches Probe Into Uber, Ola Over Alleged 'Differential Pricing' For Rides
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has launched an investigation into ride-hailing giants Ola and Uber over alleged "differential pricing" practices. Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi called these actions “unfair trade practices” and emphasized the need for transparency.
Uber, Ola face legal notices over alleged pricing based on device type
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs issued notices to ride-hailing platforms Ola and Uber on Thursday, demanding clarification regarding allegations of price variation based on the type of mobile device used for booking rides.
Do Uber and Ola charge iPhone and Android users different fares for same trips?
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has issued directed the Department of Consumer Affairs through the Central Consumer Protection ...
Ola, Uber To Face Government Heat Over Different Fares For iOS And Android Users: Details Here
The Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued notices to popular cab services, Ola and Uber, following allegations of varying prices for the same ride depending on whether customers use Android ...
Ola, Uber, Zepto in hot water for charging iPhone users more
Companies adopt the differential pricing strategy to charge different prices for the same product or service to different ...