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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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 NewGeekGuide’s official YouTube channel since 2018. He previously hosted the NewGeekGuide 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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Google appears to be cracking down and canceling cheap YouTube Premium memberships obtained via a VPN service.
Expand Expanding CloseChipolo One Point and Card Point initial review: Basic tracking and not much else [Video]
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Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 15 Beta 3 adds ‘Adaptive timeout’ display option
Although it was hinted at in prior releases, Android 15 Beta 3 has now added the “Adaptive timeout” toggle to Pixel Display Settings.
Expand Expanding Close[Update: Rolling out] Some Verizon and T-Mobile users are still waiting on the June Pixel Feature Drop
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Expand Expanding CloseRealme GT 6 shipment stolen in transit, delays launch in Spain
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Expand Expanding CloseHere’s which Pixel Watch 3 model you said you’re most interested in
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Expand Expanding CloseLineageOS 21 now officially supports the Nintendo Switch
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Expand Expanding CloseThese Emoji Kitchen cases are the perfect playful Pixel accessory
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Expand Expanding CloseWhich Pixel Watch 3 model are you most interested in? [Poll]
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Expand Expanding CloseAndroid ‘Bot’ Mini figure and more back on sale at Dead Zebra
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Expand Expanding Close‘Kick with Pixel’ game launches for Euros with prizes and hardware discounts
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Expand Expanding CloseLineageOS 21 now officially supports Chromecast with Google TV (4K)
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Expand Expanding CloseThe best cases to use with your Pixel 8a [Video]
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Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Buds 3 Pro leak hints at AirPods-like stem redesign
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Expand Expanding ClosePixel 8a review: A fine, affordable, but hard-to-recommend final form [Video]
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Expand Expanding CloseWill you use Zoom Enhance when it arrives? [Poll]
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Expand Expanding CloseGlacial White OnePlus 12 now available in India
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Shortwave adds ‘Inbox Splits’ to help divide up your Gmail inbox
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Expand Expanding CloseWhere is Zoom Enhance for Pixel 8 Pro? [Video]
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Expand Expanding Close[Update: Fixed] ChatGPT is partially down in wide system outage
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