Google Revamped Its Flights Product and 8 Other Digital Trends This Week


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This week in digital news, we initially thought Google's earbuds with real-time translation would be big, but not so much. Travel companies like Expedia and JetBlue may extend credit to travelers, who would pay for trips in installments -- could be risky for both lender and borrower.

Throughout the week we post dozens of original stories, connecting the dots across the travel industry, and every weekend we sum it all up. This weekend roundup examines digital trends. For all of our weekend roundups, go here. >>Google made its claim to fame partly on the simplicity of its user interface. Its new interface for flights search is a return to its elegant design roots: Google Flights’ New Look Moves Away From Travel Inspiration >>Companies ought to carry out adequate checks on the ability of borrowers to repay travel loans on time. Otherwise, a surprise disrupti