Why You Might Want Two Phones To Drive For Uber and Lyft
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It’s called a hot spot, you don’t need 2
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I use 2 phones in my car. I use 1 phone for Lyft and Uber. My other phone I use to get home by using Waze when I am coming home from a long ride! My second phone has no plan on it. I use my hotspot to connect my 2nd phone with Wifi.
Wi-Fi or Bluetooth?
i use 2 iphones. i like using the uber driving directions on 1 and using google maps traffic on the other.
Greeting Harry. Started Uber in July 2015 driving with TRACFONE. Then got Sprint Prepaid, then Boost,. Now with METRO PCS. I have a TRACFONE back up phone because TRACFONE network is a great. When my Metro phone freezes when I am on Lyft, I open Lyft on the TRACFONE and I’m able to continue on Lyft. In certain rural areas, I cant connect to Uber or Lyft, so I use the TRACFONE. The price per month is very cheap and I used a $30 phone from Kroger to use for Uber.
This video was before I started subscribing.
another reason is that - phone line company T-MOBILE, VERIZON OR ... some place and airport dont give good net connection. so can use which works instead of other one
bump that kevin gates
"I got 2 phoooonneeesss
1 for uber the other for lyft"
don't get it but haha? :)
Kevin Gates - 2 Phones ~~♫::♪:♬:♫::♪:♬ ~~
Lol.... I loved that song, but it gave my bf the idea to get another phone to get girls behind my back... Even though is easier with a sideline.
Kevin gates sucks
Pierina Ventura how are dudes pulling side chicks when it’s hard just to pull one 😭
I use the 2 phone system. Uber Driver/Rider on one and Lyft Driver/Rider on the other. I got caught too many times accepting and turning off the other in time and ended up with declines or timeouts. For me it is only $15 a month for the second phone. I also use a godaddy line assigned to my primary number for that customers can call they if they need to reach me. I did the godaddy line because of the numerous robo call girl calls trying to sell stuff that blows.
Question. What kind of money can I make for New Year Eve. I just started driving for uber
Great Video! Thanks, I will use my iPad.
No other phone (or two phones) comes close to Samsung!!.I use a Samsung Note 5 for it's large screen & multi tasking. I use Google Maps and Tunein (to listen to my podcasts)in split screen at the same time I minimize Uber & Lyft into 1"x2" mini apps ontop of my Maps then I go offline from the opposite app when I taking a request. I noticed I'm making at least $100+ from when I was using the Pixel or two phones.
I bought a one year old lgv20 phone for $235 in one shot. Uber charges you $520 a year if they charge you $10 a week. If you are paying weekly for phones you are way over paying. At least pay for phones monthly if you can't pay in full.
I used the uber passenger app and I had no idea where the drivers where coming from in the app. I didn't know until I got a ride and asked where they came from.
The note 9 is awesome!
I was able to jump on a deal when t-mobile was offering a free tablet with 6 GB/month for free while on a family plan. I use the tablet to run the uber driver app, GPS, and play Spotify, while I use my phone to check other drivers' locations on the uber passenger app, check my earnings through the uber driver app, the phone (obviously), and I control Spotify on the tablet remotely from my phone and sometimes hand passengers my phone to select music if they want to. Of course I use discretion on who I hand my phone to based on whether I think they are trustworthy.
Richard Rivera I never care where the other drivers are and still get requests no matter what.
I use a two-phone setup, but my reasoning is different. I run the Uber & Lyft apps on my main phone and bluetooth tether it to the secondary phone which runs the Square app; Flight Info app; and any social media apps that I may want to use while the main phone deals exclusively with Lyft, Uber and GPS. My secondary phone was free and I didn't activate it, so there are no additional data plans and phone numbers involved in the setup. I update the apps on it only when I connect to home wifi to save data use. NOTE: Running Square on the second phone allows Uber passengers who "have no cash" to TIP seamlessly at the end of the ride. (no critical tip-killing pause to setup the main phone for credit card swipe or chip reader) BIG ADDED VALUE!
Does the two phone system still work for seeing surges? Thanks
Hello! I've watched some of your videos about Uber and I really think they are super helpful for new driver like me. I just have some questions: "have you ever experienced someone calling to your cellphone while using the app (GPS)? How you deal with it? do you think i will affect the driver's rating?
Wish you best of luck!
+Toan Diep Yes it happens all the time! Just silence it/ignore it quickly - your phone should have a button that allows you to do this one tap. My Android LG G3 also has a do not disturb mode that works well.
if i have many apps on the phone i use to work for uber does that effect the amount of requests i would get?
I still don't see why you would need 2 phones. Maybe this video is outdated now because I can run Uber, Lyft, and the rider version of both apps on my phone at the same time.
I guess to keep personal and business separate.
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I was thinking of using my iPad mini, connecting it to the personal hotspot of my iPhone, and running the Rider app on it. No need for a second phone.
+narika14 Nice, that's a good idea.
My research indicates that GPS requires data, so it doesn't look like a tethered phone can be used with the driver apps.
However, if you are in a market that has limited passengers on a particular service, then probably ok with a second phone, so you can have that always running. Saturated markets mean always going unavailable, which could be a hassle.
Another reason for a second phone, is, like you said, you have a need to view personal info more easier, and use another phone specific to driving. If anyone asks, call it your baby monitor! :)
+Aaron Pewtherer Yes tethering the phone would still use data but one large data plan is generally cheaper than two equivalent small ones :)
Harry, man you got some, GIANT HANDS!
John Walker haha thx dude!
John Walker you know what they say about men with big hands? They need big gloves.
I have an iPhone 6 128gigs. My installment plans are almost done, and plan to get a new iPhone 7. Can I used the iPhone 6 tethered although I might have to take the SIM card out of the iPhone 6? Carrier is att.
I think it will work, haven't tried that though to be honest. I know the pax apps will work on wi-fi only.
By the way I never used anyone’s code when I signed up for both Uber and lyft. Dunno if it’s too late but I’d like to give you the credit for it as a thank you in return for all your time and helpful videos.
Hi Tripp, Uber does allow for retroactive referrals within 15 days of activation so if you didn’t sign up with a referral code, you can contact Uber through the driver app to get it added. Go to Account-> Help-> Payments and Rewards-> Driver Referrals -> Report a missing driver referral.
They may also ask for:
Name: Harry Campbell
Uber e-mail: harry@therideshareguy.com
Uber phone #: 310-428-2765
More info here: therideshareguy.com/sign-up-bonuses/
Hey Guys- I use a phone and tether a Samsung tablet. The tab gives me much more Map real estate. This makes navigating sooooo much easier. I use the phone as the Rider watch app and use it to make calls and text. BTW you can text through the Uber app. Go to the high right corner and hit the button that looks like a flag. It opens a new screen with the cancel and contact options. Hit contact and you can send a text. I have premade texts to paste in. Late night I'll always call.....
+203KBob Nice tip.
New driver here what are the recommended pick ups I will have to do to make part time hours? How does uber charge the riders? And what do I get back
Uber takes a booking fee on every ride and then you keep 75% of the fare.
Not true on the 25%. They often take over 50%. They will also not pay you on disputed. They are the most unethical companies around. Do not make this a profession. Ok for extra cash.
I was thinking of tethering an old iPad2 and put some educational games for kids on it. I drive the early morning and get a bunch of parents taking their kids to school.
Oh nice that's a great idea.
Wondering if you could address an issue I'm concerned about... I have a 2010 Jeep Commander with the 3rd row available... I am an UberXL and Lyft-Plus driver. (I've bee driving for only 3 weeks.) I'm concerned that I will receive a ride request for 6-7 passengers and not have enough room for luggage if they are headed to the airport... (Or returning from the airport.) When my 3rd row is unfolded, there is only about a foot of space... I've thought about a roof-top cargo rack/basket as a solution, do you have any thoughts? Does Uber/Lyft suggest to the rider before making their selection that if they have luggage as well they might need UberSUV or something else? Thanks for all of your helpful VLOGS!!!
+Michael Haman Hmm that is a good question. I think the responsibility lies with the pax though since obviously if you have a ton of luggage and 6-7 people that wouldn't fit into any car really. I'd play it by ear and see what happens as I suspect this would be a very rare situation.
You could attach some ropes to the rear bumper and then tie their luggage to the ropes and drag it behind you as you drive.
this has happened to me I have a ford transit but individual seats so I only have a 5 seat with seat belts but 6 can fit comfortably (3 across on the back seats are next to each other) but will have no space for luggage
Anthony Zelot, you are joke with your 118 subscribers in 9 years on TH-cam! You probably work at one of out of date taxi companies! Snowflake troll!
Anthony Zelot, because you are douche bag! You come out with crapy comments to get fame! Out of 9 years been on TH-cam, you only have 118 subscribers! I know why you troll, because these people are more successful than you! haha snowflake!
I’m able to see the closest 10 drivers sometimes more, did they change it since this video or am I just lucky? Haha
Even though I'm a first time rider, your code PF1 did not work for me. I got a message that says "This code is only valid for new users." Do you know why my Lyft app rejected it?
If you're already a driver, it won't work. But you can also try harry757
If I drive for Lyft as well as for Uber I won't get my 50 rides/week that qualifies me for "gold status" with Uber which gives me a higher boost rate for the next week. Is it worth driving for Lyft to get the tips if I sacrifice the higher boost rate with Uber? Thoughts?
Yea I think so - especially later in the week when a lot of drivers are doing Uber to get their bonus/etc: therideshareguy.com/power-driver-plus-strategy-guide/
I really appreciate your swift response and well written article. There are some great tips/ideas there. It's nice to know someone "has your back" in this lonely rideshare game;) Thank You!
Hey just went through getting a 2nd phone for Ubering (my primary phone is a BlackBerry, which does not run the driver app unless you sideload it. Too important for me to sideload, it think). I got a brand new MotoX off Amazon for $299, unlocked. Make sure the phone is designed to work with whatever network you're on (CDMA vs. GSM), that's the only gotcha. I had AT&T, so I got a GSM and went down to the AT&T store, where they wanted $60 more per month to add it to my existing family plan. That seemed high, so I went to a second AT&T store, where they added it to the same plan for only $15 more per month. I don't know why that is, and I didn't know you could do this, but apparently you can shop around between AT&T stores and get different prices!
Ken Ramsey good tips thx bud.
My tablet will open both apps easily and I can position myself accordingly. I don't need 2 phones. It's better for both Uber and Lyft so that available cars are placed properly when you think about it. It's helped me a lot. Most mornings there are no cars North, East, West etc., whatever all you need is to be just a little outside the circle. I have also seen times when even when a bunch of cars are close we all get booked in 2 min., and that was cool.
I just don’t get why people just don’t run both apps in split screen. That’s what I do, works great.
Some phones don't have split screen thus why they are a inexpensive 2nd phone.
should I get a dual sim smartphone? That's like having two phones in one right? or is that different?
Doh, you need 2 screens, not 2 phone plans, just hotspot the 2nd phone to use the same plan.
My second is for security so i can feel safer !!
why two phones?? when you can use same phone to locate other drivers by opening your uber rider app in your phone??
Ooops, clear my apps????
The Rideshare Guy , can you please answer a question for me...because Lyft is taking too long to give me an answer. I just signed up for Lyft and got approved...but my mentor was telling me something about me having to "register" in VA....I live in District Heights, MD. He also told me that there was some paperwork that would be mailed to my house that I needed to look for ..I have yet to see that....and I have not gotten my Lyft sign to put inside my car.....basically I just need to know do I have to wait for that paperwork to "register" in Virginia before I can drive...OR...can I drive now ? Thank you ! You can email me at : enovativ@gmail.com
+L. Khaime Mitchell sorry missed this one, I think I answered you though over email right? If not, shoot me another e-mail harry[at]therideshareguy.com
as Judge Judy keep saying , try not to say BASICALLY :) Thanks
Sorry boring. Rambling