Android's January 2020 security patch starts rolling out to Pixel phones

As expected, the January 2020 security patch for Android has started to arrive for Pixel 2 and newer Pixel phones. Pixel 4 users will be getting the update at the same time as the older Pixels, while the first-generation Pixel will no longer receive updates. Those who didn't get the December patch will get a cumulative January update.

It brings the usual fixes and patches for vulnerabilities that range from "high" to "critical." One of the significant repairs was for a media framework issue that an attacker could exploit by executing arbitrary code through a crafted file. If you want to check out the update yourself, factory and over-the-air (OTA) images are available through the Android Developers website.

Source: 9to5Google

Tim Hortons offers coupon deals on its mobile app

Tim Hortons has rolled out exclusive digital coupons on its mobile app. You can store and redeem these special deals from the app. It's available on both Android and iOS. First spotted by users in RedFlagDeals' Tim Hortons thread, there seem to be varied coupons available. And it seems to only be available for those who recently used the app. Dormant accounts or those newly created ones don't seem to get the offer.

Source: MobileSyrup

Huawei FreeBuds 3 expected to come to Canada

Huawei might be bringing its latest wireless earbuds here. MobileSyrup reported spotting the Huawei FreeBuds 3 in the Government of Canada's Radio Equipment List, suggesting that the audio accessory will be making its way here. The FreeBuds 3 were approved by the government just this January 20.

The Huawei FreeBuds 3 comes with Kirin A1 Bluetooth processor and needs your phone to run on EMUI 10 or above to work. Each earbud comes with a 30mAh battery, and its case comes with a 410mAh power cell. It supports both wired and wireless charging.

Uber, Lyft can operate in British Columbia's Lower Mainland, Whistler

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Ride-share companies Uber and Lyft can now operate in the Lower Mainland region and Whistler. British Columbia's Passenger Transportation Board released a press release about the news. The board wrote, "The decisions were made after a careful review of the extensive materials received during the application process, which included supporting information provided by the applicants and submissions from interested members of the public and stakeholders." 

After getting their licenses, Uber and Lyft will need to secure appropriate vehicle insurances. The companies will also need to work with the municipalities in their areas to make sure they comply with local by-laws.