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Phoenix, one of six cities testing out new Uber feature

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PHOENIX — Beginning today, Uber is set to expand the pilot of a new in-app safety feature.

The feature will allow drivers and riders in Phoenix to record audio during trips.

Phoenix is one of 6 cities in the United States where the feature is being rolled out.

According to Uber, by giving riders and drivers the option to initiate audio recordings before or during a trip, this latest feature can help encourage safe and comfortable interactions, and add an additional layer of safety to trips taken on the platform.