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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Isabel Keane

MYSTERIOUS: Uber has announced plan for its newest invention at airports the taxi line | Mind Blowing Facts

The way things were: Taxis wait in line for returning holiday travelers at LaGuardia Airport in New York City in November 2005, in the days before ride-sharing apps - (Getty Images)

Uber has introduced a new, phone-free way to book an Uber – somewhat reminiscent of the days when travelers would wait in line to hail a taxi.

The rideshare giant announced Tuesday that it plans to install physical kiosks, starting with one at LaGuardia Airport in New York City, to help travelers request rides without downloading the Uber app onto their phones.

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