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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With the iPhone Duo now a thing, it puts the Z Fold 8 in an even more interesting position. Yes, it’s an attempt by Samsung to get ahead of the curve, but, in truth, it really has worked.
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Following its initial debut in China, Vivo is officially taking its flagship lineup global. The X500 series brings three new models to the international stage, including the Vivo X500, X500 Pro, and the range-topping X500 Pro Max.
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If you are in the market for a new Android tablet, you cannot go wrong with the Galaxy Tab S10 FE+, with a deal bringing the 256GB model down to $599 on Amazon right now.
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As a retro gamer, I’ve tried all manner of consoles aiming to replace my OG Game Boy Color, but not many that scratch the itch of the recently released Chromatic Transparent from Modretro. It’s, honestly, the best way to replicate the feeling of the original hardware while improving in so many key ways.
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If you are in the market for a new device, you cannot go wrong with the Galaxy S26 Ultra with a deal bringing the device below $950 on Amazon right now.
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After first coming to Apple TV, the official Pocket Casts app is now available to download on Android TV and Google TV devices.
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After a protracted wait, LineageOS is now officially available for the entire Pixel 10 lineup and the more affordable Pixel 10a.
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A decade of Pixel, it’s only in the last few years that we have seen Google settle into a rhythm with smartphones. It hasn’t been smooth sailing, though.
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I’ve been on a tear recently trying to find some of the best Fitbit Air accessories and bands. It has been one heck of a process, but I think I’ve found another affordable gem that’s better than the official Fitbit Air Active bands.
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Despite having effectively zero market share right now, there is an opportunity for Googlebook to do something that basically nobody else could do, but can they do it?
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It has been almost 30 days since Google officially launched the Pixel 11 lineup, and the 11 might be the most sensible device of the bunch. Here’s what I have learned, having used it for the full month post-launch.
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After a protracted wait, the first wave of Googlebooks is now official. Having spent a brief period testing, here’s what it’s like to use one.
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