Day 24 of The Greatest App of All Time: Uber vs. Calculator
In yesterday’s competition, HQ Trivia didn’t stand a chance. Google Earth advances to the next round.
Today marks Day 22 of Gizmodo’s March Madness bracket challenge, where we’re down to the final round of the Sweet 16 to determine the greatest app of all time. Yesterday’s match saw Google Earth dominating with over 87 percent of the vote, resulting in the elimination of HQ Trivia. Today, we have our most debated nominee facing off against one of the least contentious candidates.
If you’re joining us now, you can find detailed information about our selection criteria for this significant contest by clicking here. Take a look at the complete bracket of participants embedded below. And if you feel like we overlooked your all-time favorite app, be sure to voice your opinion in the comments section. Now, let’s dive into today’s contenders.
Uber was groundbreaking in several respects. It demonstrated to Silicon Valley that bypassing regulations is feasible if you integrate into society swiftly. Additionally, it epitomized the concept of consuming investor funds over an extended period in exchange for grand pledges. Established in 2009, the company only achieved its first annual profit last year. For more than a decade, it tantalized investors and the public with assurances of autonomous vehicles and exclusive air travel. However, it eventually reached profitability by relinquishing its futuristic tech identity and concentrating on its fundamental role as an upgraded taxi service.
Despite numerous articles, bestselling books, and a widely watched TV miniseries exposing Uber’s misconduct, it continues to enjoy significant popularity. Or, at the very least, people endure it due to its convenience. Undoubtedly, there have been instances where it served remote areas or enhanced the lives of individuals with disabilities. Therefore, if you wish to cast your vote for Uber, you can do so.
The Calculator app – not a particular one, just the standard calculator on your phone. It’s a staple for everyone. Even basic phones used to have calculators, but with the advent of smartphones, the need for standalone number-crunching devices vanished entirely.
Now, dear reader, the decision is yours. Will you propel Uber towards the championship title, or does the Calculator deserve recognition simply out of respect?
