WhatsApp improved bottom navbar now officially rolling out
WhatsApp’s improved bottom navbar is officially rolling out to Android users of the cross-party messaging platform.
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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 Twitter, 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.
Do you actually use Circle to Search on your phone? [Poll]
Circle to Search has rolled out to all Tensor-powered Pixel phones. It launched on the Galaxy S24 series and, until recently, was limited to the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro.
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The Android 15 Developer Preview 2 may have just dropped, but we’re wondering what Android version you currently run on your device – the results are fairly interesting.
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The lack of challengers to Samsung in the Wear OS market is more apparent than ever. Over half a year after its launch, the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic stands as arguably the best for Android owners despite a refreshed and upgraded Pixel Watch.
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Officially, 14 public Android builds have been made available by Google. In an ideal world, your device would have the latest stable Android version. However, whether it’s dubious OEM promises, slow rollouts, or just neglect from brands, the reality is that there is a disparity between devices.
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Our yearly Google Pixel user survey is complete and we now know just what devices you use daily.
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After years of powerful Pixels, 2020 saw a side-step. The Google Pixel 5 shipped with midrange specs and helped pave the way for the big Tensor overhaul of the smartphone series.
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Trawling the sheer deluge of film streaming platforms has become tedious, but Google TV could help you find the right movie with added theme tags for specific platform content.
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WhatsApp now blocks ability to take screenshots of profile pictures
WhatsApp is now rolling out an update that blocks you from taking a screenshot of a contact profile picture.
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Google’s Vulnerability Reward Program paid out a whopping $10 million to over 600 researchers for bug bounties in 2023.
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Expand Expanding CloseWhat Google Pixel device are you currently using daily? [Poll]
Every year we ask you just what Google Pixel phone you carry on a day-to-day basis – and 2024 is no different.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel 8 Pro long-term review: Improved in almost every area [Video]
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Threads for Android now supports Ultra HDR image and 10-bit HDR video uploads and viewing of this content on selected Google Pixel hardware.
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To celebrate the Oscars 2024, Google TV is surfacing over 30 free ad-supported movies that have previously been nominated for the prestigious industry award.
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The latest March Pixel Feature Drop has brought with it a slew of new functions and features, but annoyingly it has removed one useful addition in recent updates – the battery information section.
Expand Expanding CloseMarch 2024 Pixel Feature Drop: Hands-on with all the new additions [Video]
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Google is offering a sizeable 15% discount the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro as part of Spring sales on the UK storefront.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s just what Google Pixel devices our readers said they’re currently using daily
Just last week, we asked you what Google Pixel you are currently using day – that is, if you do. After a few days of voting, the results have been returned, and here is what you had to say.
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In mid-2023, we have five (yes, 5) Google Pixel phones to choose from. There’s the entry-level Pixel 6a, the step-up Pixel 7a, the default Pixel 7, the top-of-the-line Pixel 7 Pro, and, now, the Pixel Fold. How do you choose? Here’s everything you need to know.
Expand Expanding CloseWhat Google Pixel device are you currently using daily? [Poll]
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Expand Expanding ClosePixel 6a vs. Pixel 7a: Big moves in budget circles [Video]
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With the Google Pixel 7a, the Pixel 7 is pulled into the vortex of what makes a better affordable Android phone. Similar specifications and an almost identical design make it a touch harder to separate. Here’s everything you need to know.
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