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.
The Samsung Galaxy S10 is already receiving the November 2019 security patch in some regions, making it one of the first devices to get the update.
Just a day after the renders of Galaxy S11 leaked online, we’re getting a glimpse of the smaller Samsung Galaxy S11e in further CAD-based renders.
Google Stadia pre-orders are on their way to those of you that couldn’t wait until the device hit stores but if you’re on the fence, our unboxing might help you better work out if it’s worth your hard-earned cash.
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A series of renders of the Samsung Galaxy S11 have been revealed and showcase extensive device alterations over the Galaxy S10 series in both the camera and display.
OnePThe best OnePlus smartphone on the market is unfortunately not officially available in the United States — at least for now. But nonetheless, despite regional lockouts, the OnePlus 7T Pro is the finest phone made by the OEM that essentially instigated the affordable flagship market.
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The full Android 10 update has been available for the Pixel 2 and 2 XL for a little while but it appears as though it has broken Wi-Fi functionality and created other issues for some people.
The OxygenOS Open Beta 6 update is now available for the OnePlus 7/7Pro and includes a decent selection of updates and improvements — the biggest being the ability to disable the Zen Mode.
Despite saying goodbye to Inbox earlier this year, we do have a spiritual successor in the form of Spark. The email client is by no means an outright replacement but the good news is that unlike Inbox, there is now a dedicated dark mode for Spark on Android and iOS.
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Microsoft is set to allow you to add your Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Calendar accounts to your existing Outlook.com accounts on the web.
One of the neatest improvements to Google Maps in recent years was the inclusion of speed limit data for roads and regions. While it’s really useful in some nations, the data get constantly monitored and updated, which results in rating changes.
Google Docs is now adding the ability to customize which sections have page numbers and which numbers to begin counting from within the online word processor.
Considering we’ve only had a month or so for the dust to settle after the launch of the OnePlus 7T, it’s probably about time we had a OnePlus 8 Pro leak. Well, a series of alleged basic design diagrams of the upcoming OnePlus 8 Pro have leaked and showcase some of the potential incoming hardware features.
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The increasing quality of many Android games means that you might feel the need to gain an advantage over online rivals or just improve your overall gaming experience. Luckily, Android 10 now can natively connect the PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch controllers if you want to use your existing gamepads.
The OxygenOS 10.0.2 update is now rolling out for the OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro with an extensive list of fixes and software improvements for both devices.
An update for the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active is bringing the Galaxy Watch 2 feature to the older Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Watch Active smartwatches.
After three years of regular security updates and patches, the OnePlus 3/3T is now receiving its final update in the form of the October 2019 security patch.
Google has given the My Devices page a much-needed makeover for those that use the little-known G Suite feature.
For subscribers in India, we have good news: YouTube Premium and YouTube Music now include prepaid plans for the streaming services.
Amazon Music now offers a free streaming tier on Android, iOS, and Fire TV of its popular music platform for anyone in the US, UK, and Germany.
The cloud game streaming wars are set to hot up as right on the heels of Google Stadia we have gaming industry stalwart Microsoft offering the xCloud Preview — which doubles as cloud-based Xbox One console that is playable from your smartphone.