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.
While you could call this a knee-jerk reaction to recent product launch lineups, think about it briefly. Has Samsung lost some of its brand identity over the past few years?
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Samsung’s wearable landscape is about to expand with a new form factor: the Galaxy Ring, which is joining the ranks alongside the Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch Ultra. While both cater to health and wellness enthusiasts, they offer very distinct experiences. Let’s delve into the details to help you decide which one best fits your needs.
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The latest WhatsApp beta is bringing voice message transcription – a feature previously limited to Google Messages on Pixel phones – to all Android devices.
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The smartwatch market is about to get a shakeup. Samsung is now joining an exclusive group with the Galaxy Watch Ultra, which is poised to challenge the Apple Watch Ultra. Ecosystems aside, do they stack up well? Here’s everything you need to know.
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After the Google One VPN shutdown in late June, the “Dark Web reports” function is now coming to all Google Account holders from late July 2024.
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With Samsung set to unveil a wide array of new products in just over 24 hours at a late-summer Unpacked event in Paris, the Galaxy Buds 3 has now fully leaked in a hands-on unboxing video.
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With Google hosting a launch event for a number of upcoming smartphones, we wanted to know which Pixel 9 series device you care about most. Here’s what you had to say.
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We’re getting the Pixel earlier than ever. With less time in the oven can the Pixel 9 improve over the Pixel 8? Here are a few things we think could be better in the next version of Google’s flagship smartphone lineup.
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We’re getting four – yes, 4 – devices at the earlier than usual Made by Google on August 13. The Pixel 9 is getting more flavors than ever before, but which are you most interested in?
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Google Photos has just surpassed the 10 billion download milestone on the Google Play Store almost 4 years after reaching the halfway mark.
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While we await the launch of the Galaxy Watch 7 series in the coming days, Samsung has detailed the Exynos W1000 chip that will power the upcoming wearables.
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According to a recent report from the Mountain View tech giant, Google’s carbon emissions have jumped by almost 50% over the past five years.
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With the Pixel 9 series expected to heavily utilize LLMs and Gemini functions, a new leak suggests that these will all be available under a new “Google AI” banner on the upcoming devices.
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It was an age ago that OnePlus seemed like the natural “other” option to the Google Pixel series. The days of “Never Settle” being a core ethos are behind the BBK-led behemoth. The OnePlus 12 signifies this better than any other. Here’s what it’s like to live with for an extended period.
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Made by Google is coming early, which means new Pixel hardware almost two months sooner than we anticipated. We asked you what you thought and here’s what you had to say.
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Made by Google is coming almost two months earlier than the usual cadence, but is it the right decision?
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While the Find My Device network is still in its infancy and rolling out, improvements are said to be on the way to bolster it.
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While third-party messaging applications hold a significant market share, Google Messages, a pre-installed application on Android devices, offers a surprisingly robust suite of functionalities. This guide delves into Google Messages’ capabilities, empowering users to optimize their messaging experience.
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One of the biggest complaints with GeForce Now has been the lack of a “Favorites” quick access panel. Thankfully, GeForce NOW 2.0.64 is adding this highly requested function.
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If you’re looking for wallpapers that will complement Material You on your Pixel 8 Pro, you have tons of options. You can use one of the pre-loaded wallpapers on your phone, or you can download a third-party wallpaper pack. However, one of our favorite recent additions to the mix is a series of free internal teardown wallpapers made for the Pixel 8 Pro by SOC Creations.
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After being available on mobile for some time, YouTube’s “stable volume” feature is now expanding to Android TV and Google TV devices.
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The OnePlus Nord CE4 Lite 5G is the latest member of the ever-growing affordable Nord series of smartphones.
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LineageOS 21, based on recent Android 14 builds, is set to officially come to Googe’s latest mid-ranger, the Pixel 8a.
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In today’s digital age, photos and videos are more than just memories; they’re a curated archive of our lives. I’ve always found that storing them all can be a challenge, especially when we add video to the mix. For a long time, Google Photos has been the most convenient solution, but the monthly subscription fee and potential privacy concerns might not be worth it for some admittedly excellent features. Making the switch to other services is, therefore, an enticing prospect.
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