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.
In many ways, the Galaxy S25 Ultra signifies the industry’s acceptance that big changes are sort of “done” and that incremental updates are the way forward. That should be a negative, but the truth is that this is still one of the most complete packages on Android and maybe the best outright phone you can buy.
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The Pixel 10 is going to be an iterative update, but even so, there is still room to improve over the Pixel 9. Here are a few areas we want to see Google make changes to make an even better Android smartphone.
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The Poco F7 has officially launched globally with an impressive spec sheet for a mid-ranger and is powered by the brand-new Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor.
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As phones get longer support windows, third-party ROMs like LineageOS aren’t all that necessary, but still a welcome option, especially for owners of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7, plus a plethora of other older Android-powered devices. Here are a few newly supported handsets.
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Lenovo has introduced its latest Chromebook, the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14. This device is the first Chromebook Plus model to feature an ARM processor and the first to integrate the MediaTek Kompanio Ultra chip.
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You might be on the lookout for some decent or solid Pixel 9 accessories, luckily we’re way ahead of you and have tested lots of crud to find the gems. Here are a few more of our favorites that we think you might want to take a look at.
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We’ve just seen Apple lay out plans for the next generation of iOS, which is a rapid departure from previous updates. But how does iOS 26 stack up against Android 16, which has also yet to be released? Here’s everything you need to know.
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It makes a lot of sense to consider a slightly older phone for your next purchase, as you can often find fantastic deals. Take the renewed Pixel 8 Pro from Amazon, for instance—it’s an absolute steal!
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Getting a Google Pixel at the best price often means shopping around, but with great return and refund policies plus extended warranties, Amazon is a great place to get kitted out with a smartphone. With that in mind, here are some of the best early Summer deals on Google Pixel phones from the online retailer.
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The dust has barely settled on Android 15, but less than a year later, we have a smaller but still important Android 16 update stuffed with new functions and features for Google Pixel phones – here’s what’s new.
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In wake of Apple’s unveiling of iOS 26, Google has officially confirmed that we’ll see the “final” Android 16 launch later today.
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It has been almost a year since Google released the TV Streamer. As the sole streaming device now officially sold by the Mountain View tech giant, how has it aged? Is it still worth it? Here’s what you need to know.
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Getting a new smartphone software update in the middle of the year is always going to feel weird, but with barely any headline functions and little to get excited over, is Android 16 going to suck? The short answer is: maybe, but here’s why.
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A recent update may give you more heads-up information when using Google Maps navigation right at your steering wheel if you have a digital dashboard that supports Android Auto.
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No place is safe from the expansion of Gemini, and while some integrations might raise eyebrows, it’s at home in your car, almost like nowhere else. Here’s just what it’s like to use, and what you can expect when it eventually rolls out.
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Last years base model is in a strange place. Yes, the Pixel 8 is still a great buy, but it might not be easy to recommend as Android and, in particular AI, plays a more integral role in the OS over the coming years – here’s why.
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The Pixel Watch 2 is a solid option if you can live with the single-size option, but at under $80, it’s a steal.
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I think a lot of people would agree that the Android 16 QPR1 update is the “real” update that we’ve all been waiting for – but is it any good? Spoiler alert: it is, but here’s everything you need to know.
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Google has entered the world of video editing packages with the launch of “Flow,” an AI editing suite launched at IO.
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In a bid to improve messaging security, Google has announced that the Key Verifier function will be coming to Android. This function will ensure that contact credentials are legitimate.
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After a rocky launch last year, the Google Find My Device app is getting rebranded to “Find Hub” and is bringing with it a number of new features, including built-in luggage finding.
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Thanks to increased visibility or interest, there are now more high-quality accessories for the Google Pixel 9 series than ever before. We’ve been testing the devices for a while, and here are some of our favorites that we think you might want to try.
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After the recent launch of the Xbox Edition controller, Backbone is, well, back with the Backbone Pro. This USB-C gamepad is designed for mobile use and includes a few more high-end additions.
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Google’s past base model flagship Pixel 8 is a great pickup if you want a replacement for an older phone as it’s just $305 right now on Amazon’s renewed device storefront.
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