The Sony Xperia 10 II is an updated mid-ranger w/ Snapdragon 665, 4GB RAM, more
Alongside the Xperia 1 II, Sony has also updated its lineup by announcing the Xperia 10 II (or Mark 2).
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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.
Sony Xperia 1 II goes official w/ ‘Super-smooth’ display, 5G connectivity, more
Sony has officially announced the Xperia 1 II (or Mark 2) even despite the cancellation of its MWC 2020 appearance due to coronavirus concerns.
The latest Gboard beta enhances handwriting support and reduces keyboard lag
The latest Gboard beta for Android has now improved some issues that might have plagued some users for a little while.
9to5Google Daily 398: Google Assistant ‘Updates’ revamp incoming, Maps gets ‘Go’ tab, 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.
The Pixel 4 Personal Safety app w/ car crash detection can now be sideloaded on older Pixels [Download]
As part of the numerous deep dives into the Android 11 Developer Preview 1, there have been some notable tweaks, but not too many major changes. However, the new Personal Safety app that first appeared ahead of the Pixel 4 launch can now be sideloaded on older Pixel phones.
OneDrive for Android gains a dedicated dark theme in latest beta update
Microsoft’s OneDrive for Android has now gained a dedicated dark theme in the latest beta update.
The Pixel 4’s new Google Assistant is beginning to roll out for G Suite users
One of the biggest additions and surprise packages at the Pixel 4 launch event was the newly packaged and redesigned Google Assistant. Unfortunately, the new Google Assistant didn’t work on Pixel 4 devices if you had a G Suite account logged in — that is until now.
Android 11 Developer Preview 1 hands-on: Top new features [Video]
The next big installment in our favorite smartphone operating system is coming and we have been delving into “Android 11 Developer Preview 1” to figure out what might be the top new features of the eleventh OS iteration.
9to5Google Daily 397: Android 11 is here! Verizon-Pixel controversy, YouTube Music upload details emerge, 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.
The Sony Xperia L4 is a budget phone w/ 21:9 notched display, triple camera, and Android Pie
Sony has officially launched the budget-friendly Xperia L4 which might actually be an interesting entry into the affordable Android smartphone space.
Android 11 DP1: You can now check what codecs your Bluetooth headphones support
You might not be aware that your Bluetooth headphones support an array of codecs for streaming wireless audio. With the Android 11 Developer Preview, it’s now slightly easier to see just which codecs your Bluetooth headphones support right on your device.
OxygenOS 10.0.8 is now rolling out for the OnePlus 7T w/ January 2020 patch
On the tail of the recent update for the OnePlus 7 Pro, the OnePlus 7T is now receiving the OxygenOS 10.0.8 update with fixes and improvements for many of the same issues, plus the January 2020 security patch is also in tow.
Google Fit update makes it easier to check your stats on Android, iOS
A recent update to Google Fit has now made it even easier to check your current fitness tracking stats on Android and iOS.
[Update: S9/S9+ too] The February 2020 security patch is now rolling out for the Galaxy S8, Note 8
Even with the rush and amount of invested resources going into the S20 series launch, Samsung has now promptly delivered the February 2020 security patch for the Galaxy S8 and Note 8 — to match the recent S10, Note 9/10 updates.
9to5Google Daily 396: Could the Pixel 5 be a mid-ranger? Google slams Samsung, plus more
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Galaxy Z Flip teardown hints at vastly better repairability than the Motorola Razr
With the Galaxy Z Flip attracting controversy due to the softer than suggested “glass display,” a recent teardown of the device hints that the foldable might actually be easier to repair than first thought.
Dedicated Google app dark mode now available to all beta testers
The rollout of dark mode to all of the first-party Google apps has been reasonably steady, with some notable exclusions and setbacks.
Android 10 is now rolling out for the T-Mobile OnePlus 6T
The Android 10 update for the T-Mobile variant of the OnePlus 6T is now rolling out after quite a substantial delay.
How to play Apex Legends on your Android smartphone [Video]
Apex Legends is one of the most popular battle royale games on the planet, yet we still await an official launch on Android and iOS.
OxygenOS 10.0.4 rolling out now for OnePlus 7/7 Pro w/ January 2020 patch
The OxygenOS 10.0.4 update is now rolling out for the OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro, with the update bringing some notable changes alongside the January 2020 security patch.
Pixel 4: 5 reasons to still buy the latest ‘Made by Google’ phone [Video]
The reviews have been pretty damning of the Google Pixel 4 and 4 XL, but we don’t think it’s all warranted, as they arguably remain the best Pixel devices to date.
9to5Google Daily 395: Android 11 appears briefly, SMS reactions coming soon, Inbox features coming to Gmail, plus more
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Some Pixel owners appear to have lost the ability to save Call Screen audio
Coming as part of the first official Pixel Feature Drop, Call Screening and its automated answering service has now steadily rolled out to all Pixels in the United States. However, with this rollout, it appears that some Pixel owners are now unable to save audio from the Call Screen.
Report: YouTube grabs 70% of total time spent watching streaming services on mobile
A new report confirms our suspicions that YouTube is the dominant force in online streaming, as the platform accounts for over 70% of the total time we spend using streaming services on mobile.