YouTube Kids expands to 11 more countries mainly in Central and South America
A great way to pacify even the most unruly of children, YouTube Kids has now expanded to a further 11 countries.
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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.
OxygenOS 10.3.2 rolling out now for OnePlus 6/6T w/ February 2020 patch, screen flicker fix
We recently saw the OnePlus 6 and 6T receive the latest Open Beta update, but for those on the stable path, the OxygenOS 10.3.2 OTA is rolling right now for the former flagships.
9to5Google Daily 402: Stunning engagement photos taken with Pixel 4, Netflix on Chromecast UI overhaul, more
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[Update: Not ‘true’ 3K] Oppo confirms that the flagship Find X2 will launch on March 6 w/ 120Hz ‘3K’ display
The MWC 2020 cancellation fallout has played havoc with some smartphone launches including that of the Oppo Find X2 — which will now launch on Friday, March 6.
Judges rule as a ‘private forum,’ YouTube is not bound by the First Amendment
A federal appeals court has dismissed a case against YouTube from Conservative nonprofit Prager University, ruling that the video-hosting site is not subject to the free speech requirements of the First Amendment.
Microsoft Outlook for Android gains annotation feature for photos and documents
Microsoft Outlook for Android has added a couple of neat new features including the ability to add annotations to your photos and any scanned documents.
Samsung vows to improve Galaxy S20 Ultra camera quality after early issues
Samsung has confirmed that it is working on an update for some of the Galaxy S20 Ultra camera quality and autofocus issues that many reviewers have seen with the brand new quad-camera system.
Samsung launches Galaxy Watch Active2 Golf Edition, LTE Aluminum in Korea
Samsung has unveiled two brand new versions of it’s popular Galaxy Watch Active2 in its native South Korea — Galaxy Watch Active2 Golf Edition and Active2 LTE Aluminum.
The latest Galaxy Note 10 update enhances face unlock recognition, improves gestures
The latest update for the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ improves face recognition for unlocks on the former flagship alongside some other notable improvements.
Chrome for Android: 10 essential tips and tricks for better mobile browsing [Video]
For most of us, Chrome is as pervasive on our Android devices as it is on our desktops, which is why we’ve compiled 10 of our favorite tips and tricks for arguably the most popular mobile browser.
9to5Google Daily 401: Pixel Stand prepping Smart Display features, YouTube Music uploads rolling out, plus more
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Huawei claims AppGallery is world’s third-largest online app store w/ 400 million users
Heavy sanctions apparently can’t stop Huawei, after the firm claimed that its own AppGallery is now the world’s third-largest online app store with over 400 million active monthly users.
[Update: Hands-on video] Leaked LG V60 ThinQ press renders show 5,000mAh battery, headphone jack, more
Alleged press renders of the upcoming LG V60 ThinQ have leaked, and they showcase some of the upcoming hardware features including a massive 5,000mAh battery, quad-camera setup, and, yes, a headphone jack.
9to5Google Daily 400: Pixels getting Pay power menu shortcuts early, Nest Cams go down, plus more
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OxygenOS Open Beta 5 rolling out for OnePlus 6/6T w/ February 2020 patch, more
Hot on the heels of the latest stable updates for other OnePlus hardware, the OxygenOS Open Beta 5 OTA is now rolling out for the OnePlus 6 and 6T.
The Honor View 30 Pro goes official, hinting at the upcoming Huawei P40 Pro design
While not quite having the same reach as parent company Huawei, Honor makes some solid smartphones that certainly pack a punch, the latest being the Honor View 30 Pro.
OnePlus Gallery app gains face, scene detection, plus auto-generated story mode
Earlier last year, OnePlus opened up a beta program for some of its default applications including the Gallery app. The latest OnePlus Gallery beta has added a number of features that might be of interest to OnePlus fans out there.
Samsung 16GB LPDDR5 RAM chips intended for smartphones enter mass production
Samsung has now confirmed that it is starting the process of mass-producing its own 16GB LPDDR5 RAM chips intended for smartphone usage ahead of wider adoption of 5G tech.
[Update: T-Mobile S9, Note 9] Galaxy S9 Android 10 update rollout begins, starting with US and Germany
After some hints, an updated roadmap, and extensive beta program, the Android 10 update is now rolling out for the Samsung Galaxy S9 with Germany and those on Verizon’s Xfinity network in the US first in line.
9to5Google Daily 399: Nexus 6P owners receiving cash, Car crash detection available for older Pixels, plus more
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Settlements for the Nexus 6P class-action lawsuit are now being paid out
The Huawei-made Nexus 6P sure was a troubled but equally excellent smartphone that helped pave the way for the Pixel line.
The Essential phone set to gain Android 11 Developer Preview support
Even with Essential as a company biting the dust, the firm confirmed that device support would end after the February 2020 security patch. Despite that, appears that we might see the Android 11 Developer Preview on the one and only Essential phone.
Huawei MatePad Pro 5G hands-on: Is this Android’s answer to the iPad Pro? [Video]
The Huawei MatePad Pro 5G bears an uncanny resemblance to one of Apple’s finest products. At a time when “good” Android tablets are shockingly few and far between, could this be the answer many of you have been waiting for? We’ve gone hands-on to find out.
Huawei unveils the Mate Xs and MatePad Pro 5G w/ no Play Store access
Huawei has officially unveiled its second-generation Mate Xs foldable and MatePad Pro 5G tablet at a closed-door launch event in Barcelona.