No differential pricing based on users' mobile devices: Ola on CCPA notice
On Thursday, the CCPA issued notices to Ola and Uber for allegedly charging different prices for identical routes based on the mobile phone operating systems (Android or iOS) of users
Ola and Uber Address Allegations of Differential Pricing
Ola and Uber have denied allegations of differential pricing based on mobile operating systems after receiving notices from the Central Consumer Protection Authority. Both companies stated they follow a homogeneous pricing structure and are keen to cooperate with the CCPA to resolve any misunderstandings regarding consumer rights.
Ola Consumer denies differential pricing for Android and Apple phones
On January 23, notices were sent by the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) to ride-hailing services Ola and Uber due to allegations of differential pricing based on the type of mobile phone used to book rides.
Ola and Uber reject claims of pricing differences for iPhone and Android users, says "we do not differentiate"
Ola and Uber have denied allegations of differential pricing based on phone models, stating they don't set fares based on a user's phone manufacturer. This comes after the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) sent notices to the companies following reports of varying fares for identical rides depending on whether customers used iPhones or Android devices.
Uber Rejects Allegations of Charging More to iPhone Users, Faces CCPA Scrutiny
Uber has denied allegations of charging higher fares for iPhone users, following notices from the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) in India. Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi confirmed that both Uber and Ola have been asked to explain the claims of differential pricing.
Ola, Uber deny allegations of differential pricing based on phone models
Several consumers claimed that the platforms were showing different prices for the same rides when booked from different kinds of mobile handsets. .
Ola and Uber respond to CCPA notice, deny claims of fare disparity for iPhone users
Ola Consumer denies allegations of fare discrepancies based on mobile phone type, asserting uniform pricing for all users. The claims arose after the Central Consumer Protection Authority intervened following media reports of pricing disparities between iPhone and Android users.
Uber, Ola get notices over price disparities
Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi said on Thursday that the Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued notices to cab aggregators Ola and Uber for alleged differential pricing for identical rides based on the user’s mobile operating system—Android or iOS.
Govt notice to Ola, Uber over 'differential pricing' for Apple, Android users
Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued notices to cab aggregators Uber and Ola for allegedly charging different fares based on mobile operating systems. This action follows a report showing fare discrepancies on Android and iPhones.
'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.
Ola denies differential pricing based on mobile operating system, tells CCPA
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