The ZTE Axon 11 SE 5G goes official in China w/ MediaTek Dimensity 800 CPU, more
The ZTE Axon 11 SE 5G has now gone official in China, with the device being the first to come with the MediaTek Dimensity 800 chipset.
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Damien is 9to5Google‘s resident Video Producer and has over a decade of UK media experience. He worked within the sports industry and with numerous sports-focused publications — including golfing publication National Club Golfer — prior to joining the 9to5Google team.
After completing a BSc in Computer Science at the University of Hull with a major focus on data analytics and UX, he joined the Press Association (now PA Media), developing growing sports data products for the Barclay’s Premier League. These’s data packages included the now-defunct ACTIM Index which eventually evolved into the EA Sports Player Performance Index.
While working with the UK’s largest media agency, he attained a MA in Journalism at Sheffield Hallam University after completing his studies in 2014. This is where a love affair with all things videography surfaced after a brief stint in student TV. A major interest and constantly growing know-how of technology and videography have seen Damien lead 9to5Google’s official YouTube channel since 2018. He previously hosted the 9to5Google Daily podcast from 2019 to 2021.
Damien’s expertise and focus area lie in a number of beats including Android and OEM software updates, mobile applications, smartphone and accessory reviews, and just about anything that makes a modern mobile nerd tick. He says that he is “platform agnostic” despite primarily using Android devices and attempts to regularly test the iOS waters to better understand the nuances of the tech he covers on a day-to-day basis.
Outside of the tech space Damien is an avid supporter of his boyhood soccer team Hull City and is even a fully qualified Barista — with 3 years of experience making speciality coffee. Be sure to follow him on Threads, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and Instagram for insights and upcoming video updates and tidbits. If you are interested, you can also check out just what video gear he is currently using on his dedicated Kit.co page.
Samsung Access launches in the US w/ extended warranties, Microsoft 365, more
Samsung has now officially launched the extra-care Access program in the United States, which gives you added protection and benefits such as a Microsoft 365 subscription.
[Update: Mistaken rollout] OxygenOS 10.5.9 for OnePlus 8 Pro disables the Color Filter camera
Despite the protests from OnePlus to the contrary, the latest OxygenOS 10.5.9 update for the OnePlus 8 Pro is actually disabling the devices Color Filter camera, and therefore, its basic X-ray capabilities.
9to5Google Daily 452: Original Pixel 4a XL design close-up, Pixel bests iPhone in voice dictation, plus more
Listen to a short-form recap or roundup of all the top 9to5Google stories of the previous 24 hours. 9to5Google Daily is available on Google Play, iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Pocket Casts and other podcast players.
OxygenOS 10.0.11/10.3.3 rolling out now for OnePlus 7T w/ 960fps slow-mo, May 2020 patch, more
The OxygenOS 10.0.11 and 10.3.3 updates are now rolling out for the fantastic OnePlus 7T with the 960fps slow-motion video coming to the stable update alongside the May 2020 security patch.
Google hosting an exclusive Headspace meditation for Local Guides today
To say thanks to Local Guides, Google is hosting an exclusive Headspace meditation livestream today (May 29) at 11:15 a.m. PT.
Pixel 5 wishlist: Things we really hope to see on the upcoming Google phone [Video]
The affordable Pixel 4a hasn’t even surfaced yet, but with a delayed-release cycle, it has us thinking ever further forward and, therefore, about our own Pixel 5 wishlist.
9to5Google Daily 451: YouTube Premium subscribers get free Nest Mini, Google removes millions of TikTok reviews, plus more
Listen to a short-form recap or roundup of all the top 9to5Google stories of the previous 24 hours. 9to5Google Daily is available on Google Play, iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Pocket Casts and other podcast players.
OxygenOS 10.3.4 now rolling out for OnePlus 6/6T w/ May 2020 patch, Launcher v4.1.6, more
While the OnePlus 7 Pro has seen the 10.3.3 update, the OnePlus 6 and 6T are now seeing the OxygenOS 10.3.4 update rollout for the 2018 flagship duo.
Arizona’s Attorney General sues Google over Android location tracking data
The Arizona state Attorney General Mark Brnovich is suing Google over claims that the tech firm collected Android user location data even though location and digital tracking were disabled.
Without YouTube, Huawei partners with Dailymotion for video content
Huawei has now confirmed a strategic partnership with the world’s second-biggest video sharing site Dailymotion.
OxygenOS 10.3.3 rolling out for OnePlus 7/7Pro w/ battery improvements, May 2020 patch, more
The OxygenOS 10.3.3 update is now rolling out for the OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro, with the OTA file bringing with it some notable upgraded features alongside the May 2020 security patch.
[Update: S8/S8+] Samsung Galaxy S10 series now receiving the May 2020 security patch
In keeping with their recent update promptness, Samsung is now pushing the May 2020 security patch for 2019’s flagship Galaxy S10 series.
9to5Google Daily 450: Pixel Buds get second update, Stadia adds 1440p streaming, T-Mobile RCS rollout begins, plus more
Listen to a short-form recap or roundup of all the top 9to5Google stories of the previous 24 hours. 9to5Google Daily is available on Google Play, iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Pocket Casts and other podcast players.
Google Play Store tests showing popular gameplay videos within game listings
Google appears to be testing some enhanced Play Store listings for popular games, by showing video content from YouTube within storefront pages for games.
EMUI 10.1 stable rolling out globally for Huawei P30 and P30 Pro
The P30 and P30 Pro are the last flagships (or latest) from Huawei to come with official Google support and they are now receiving the stable EMUI 10.1 update globally.
[Update: 8 million] Google removes millions of negative TikTok reviews from the Play Store
Google has removed millions of negative reviews of short-form video-sharing app TikTok, after brigading by disgruntled Indian fans.
Chrome for Android appears to have severe freezing issues on OnePlus devices
If you have a OnePlus smartphone, are you experiencing issues with Google Chrome crashing or freezing? According to reports, the mobile browser is having some severe issues on OnePlus hardware.
OnePlus Launcher v4.4.7 brings support for Freeform windows, new app switcher
The latest v4.4.7 update for the OnePlus Launcher has added some nifty new tricks including support for Android’s Freeform windows, as well as bringing the new app switcher.
Hands-on with Google’s accessibility-focused Action Blocks for Android [Video]
Accessibility on Android is set to get a massive boost, thanks to the recently released Action Blocks, an app that was released on Global Accessibility Awareness Day.
9to5Google Daily 449: Google Search dark mode testing begins, Soli Sandbox app released, plus more
Listen to a short-form recap or roundup of all the top 9to5Google stories of the previous 24 hours. 9to5Google Daily is available on Google Play, iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Pocket Casts and other podcast players.
OnePlus partners with Epic Games to bring 90fps Fortnite to the OnePlus 8 series
With high refresh rate displays still steadily picking up steam, OnePlus has today confirmed that the recently released 8 series are the first smartphones to officially gain 90fps support for mobile gaming phenomenon Fortnite.
Files by Google surpasses 500 million downloads on the Play Store
Today yet another milestone has been reached for a Google-developed app, as Files by Google has now hit 500 million downloads on the Play Store.
OxygenOS 10.0.0 based on Android 10 rolling out now for OnePlus 5 and 5T
Even after launching with Android Nougat, the stable Android 10 is now rolling out for the OnePlus 5 and 5T.