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 Twitter, 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.
Today’s region-limited Google Doodle celebrates the Argentinian marine biologist Irene Bernasconi, who helped improve our knowledge of mollusks and other aquatic life.
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The rebirth of the Pixel series in 2021 was rife with problems, so much so that you might be wondering if the Pixel 7 Pro can resolve some lingering Pixel 6 Pro issues. Here’s everything you need to know.
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The idea of ditching a DSLR or mirrorless camera in favor of your smartphone is something many have dreamed of. Chinese smartphone firm Xiaomi has taken things a step further with the 12S Ultra Concept, which fuses detachable lenses and the firm’s most impressive smartphone to date.
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After an extended beta phase, Android 13 or One UI 5.0 for Samsung Galaxy phones is now rolling out for eligible devices. Here’s every key feature that you need to know about.
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Google is offering selected Local Guides a unique 10% discount on the latest Pixel 7 series and Pixel Watch.
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Samsung is on a roll as of late with device updates for a number of handsets. The October 2022 security update is even rolling out for a number of Samsung Galaxy phones and even a few tablets.
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It’s hard to disagree with the common sentiment that Apple’s smartwatch lineup is the top dog when we discuss wearables. Incompatibility with Android and a resurgent Wear OS headed by the Pixel Watch begs the question of just how far Google’s latest gadget stacks up against similarly new Apple Watch Series 8. Here’s everything you need to know.
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After launching the Nothing Phone (1) in mid-July, Carl Pei’s latest venture has now officially released the Ear (stick) Bluetooth earbuds priced at $99.
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The third-generation Motorola Razr for 2022 has now launched in European markets after initially launching in China earlier this year.
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If you’re looking for a flagship Android smartphone in late 2022, odds are you’ve at least cast a glance toward the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. What’s the difference and which Google smartphone is the right option for you? Here’s everything you need to know.
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The WhatsApp cross-platform messaging service appears to be down with millions of users unable to send and receive messages using the application across Android and iOS.
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Annoyingly you can’t charge the Pixel Watch using your phone or another Qi charger, but we have some good news. Did you know that you can use the Pixel Watch charger to top up the Pixel Buds or Pixel Buds Pro? Yes, it actually works.
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Today’s limited Google Doodle celebrates the late great Australian country singer Slim Dusty.
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With the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro launch, Google unveiled a suite of functions and features that, at least for now, will be exclusive to the brand-new handsets. Older models will get a few of these through updates and Pixel Feature Drops. Here’s everything you need to know.
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YouTube quietly confirmed that there is set to be a substantial price hike to the paid-for family plan Premium tier. This has us wondering if you’ll continue paying after this price increase.
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With the impending Stadia shutdown, Bethesda is offering free copies of MMORPG Elder Scrolls Online for Stadia players alongside the ability to transfer any in-game progress to the platform.
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WhatsApp is adding a new simplified call-sharing feature named “Call Links” that will make it even easier to start or join a group call.
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YouTube Music is almost constantly evolving and changing, and the latest such change is a complete redesign for the common playlist view on Android.
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It’s not often we talk about iOS or iPhone over here at 9to5Google, but for those entrenched within the Apple hardware ecosystem, you have access to a number of iOS-exclusive Google app lock screen widgets you won’t find on Android. Are they any good? We’ve gone hands-on to find out if Android users are missing out.
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Today’s Google Doodle in the UK celebrates the life and times of trailblazing Scottish footballer Andrew Watson.
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Paranoid Android Topaz beta builds based upon Android 13 are now available for a slew of devices including the Pixel 6, 6 Pro, and the Nothing Phone (1).
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In terms of upgrades, the Pixel 7 has a few important improvements that round off the better of the two 2021 series handsets.
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Third-party messaging application Signal is set to remove the ability to send SMS and MMS messages from the Android application to enhance privacy and security.
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YouTube for Android TV is rolling out new tweaks to the player UI that have more than a hint of Material You.
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