Light Phone II: Price, Specs, Release Date

The new version of the minimal handset from Light still makes phone calls, but it can now send text messages too.

source https://www.wired.com/story/light-phone-2

Why the Feds Want to Block a Flight-Booking Software Deal

Airlines think Sabre, the industry leader in booking software, is stodgy. Now Sabre wants to acquire upstart rival Farelogix, which would leave carriers fewer choices.

source https://www.wired.com/story/why-feds-block-flight-booking-software-deal

Why Hurricane Dorian Defied Forecasts and Sank The Bahamas

The storm evolved swiftly and unpredictably. But it was other weather phenomena that caused Dorian to stall, devastating the island nation.

source https://www.wired.com/story/why-hurricane-dorian-defied-forecasts-and-sank-the-bahamas

Forget Politics. For Now, Deepfakes Are for Bullies

The surging popularity of Chinese app Zao has reignited concern that deepfakes could influence an election. Researchers say that's not likely.

source https://www.wired.com/story/forget-politics-deepfakes-bullies

Who Is the Black Knight and Why Is He in the 'Eternals' Movie?

Also, turns out, it's pretty apt he's being played by 'Game of Thrones' alum Kit Harington.

source https://www.wired.com/story/black-knight-explainer

'Super Pumped' Benefits From Hindsight in Its Complex Portrait of Uber

Mike Isaac's meticulously reported account of Uber's trajectory avoids the easy paths.

source https://www.wired.com/story/book-review-super-pumped-mike-isaac

Android 10's Best Features, a 'Virtual USB' Hack, and More News

Catch up on the most important news from today in two minutes or less.

source https://www.wired.com/story/android-10-best-features-virtual-usb-hack