Android Auto Wireless is now working on certain Samsung Galaxy devices
After a slight delay, Android Auto Wireless is now compatible with select Samsung Galaxy phones.
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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.
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Pixel 4 demo units are already going on sale from shady sellers for $1,200
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Easily one of the most underrated aspects of the Pixel series is the exclusive wallpaper packs that come pre-installed on all new Pixel phones. Thanks to the leaks, you can download and install the new Google Pixel 4 fully customizable wallpapers and live wallpapers on any Android phone running Android 7.0+ or higher — and boy, are they striking.
9to5Google Daily 311: Pixel 3 discounts continue ahead of Pixel 4 launch, Nest WiFi router surfaces
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Huawei Watch GT 2 review: Easily the best ‘not-so-smart’ smartwatch [Video]
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Android 10 Go Edition heading to Nokia phones in early 2020
Nokia has committed to providing updates to a series of Android One phones in recent months, but with the release of Android 10 Go Edition, the company head has confirmed that Nokia Android Go devices will get the update starting in Q1 2020.
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9to5Google Daily 309: Microsoft and Google team up, OnePlus 7T and TV go official
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OnePlus Bullets Wireless 2 are now available in a fancy ‘Olive Green’ color
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The latest Oxygen OS 9.0.17 and 9.0.9 OTAs for the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T include preparations for the full Android 10 upgrade — which could be as soon as late October.
Android 10 could come to OnePlus 6/6T in late October, OnePlus 5/5T Q2 2020
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MIUI 11 will head to the Pocophone F1 according to company head
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Mario Kart Tour is now available to download now on Android
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Google aiming to improve Deepfake detection by releasing example videos
Google is aiming to curb the rise of Deepfake videos on the web by releasing a series of example videos to help researchers develop more accurate detection techniques.
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Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro 5G goes official w/ Snapdragon 855+, 30W wireless charging
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Kik Messenger is set to shut down, so here are five solid IM alternatives
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Your first Samsung Galaxy Fold display replacement will cost just $149
Having spent some time with the Samsung Galaxy Fold, one concern I had was just how soft the display was. Teardowns and durability tests have not convinced me it will be the hardiest. That said, should you be looking to buy, it’s nice to know that your first Galaxy Fold display replacement will cost just $149.