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A quick look back at some of the tech industry's most memorable and infamous Super Bowl ads

John Callaham — Sun, 11 Feb 2024 14:42:01 +0000

The Super Bowl is not just a big sporting event for live TV, it's also been the source for some of the most memorable, and sometimes controversial, tech industry commercials of all time. Read more...

BlackBerry CEO John Chen will depart the company after 10 years

John Callaham — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 01:32:01 +0000

John Chen revealed today he will depart BlackBerry as its CEO on November 4, which will be 10 years to the day that he came on board the tech company and moved it away from the smartphone business. Read more...

Nearly 500 brands including Microsoft Lumia, BlackBerry, LG have left the smartphone market

Omer Dursun — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 18:04:01 +0000

New data shows that the global smartphone market has consolidated significantly in recent years, with the number of active brands dropping sharply from over 700 in 2017 to around 250 today. Read more...

Yes, there's a movie about the rise and fall of BlackBerry, and it's in theaters May 12

John Callaham — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 16:22:01 +0000

The movie, simply called BlackBerry, will dramatize how two engineers from Canada created the smartphone and saw its rise as an additive device for businesses, and its fall with the iPhone launch Read more...

The BlackBerry 2022 Threat Report - Free download

Sponsored — Mon, 10 Oct 2022 15:00:02 +0000

See how cybersecurity has evolved over the last year. To that end, BlackBerry has collected crucial insights from their 2022 threat report to a quick-to-read infographic. Download your copy today! Read more...

Unihertz' new Titan Slim is shaping up to be a huge disappointment

Dean Howell — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 19:18:01 +0000

Unihertz showed us a clone of the Key2, which arguably strikes the best compromise between the PKB and widescreen worlds. It pairs a 3:2 display with the same keyboard layout as the Pocket. Read more...

Ads may be coming to KDE, the popular Linux desktop

Dean Howell — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 14:26:01 +0000

While it's doubtful you'll see ads in KDE's core applications, it would be possible for distributions that wish to further monetize their work to fork these applications, placing ads in them. Read more...

CISA: BadAlloc vulnerability can lead to remote code execution in BlackBerry products

Usama Jawad — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 09:02:02 +0000

Microsoft highlighted a collection of BadAlloc vulnerabilities earlier this year. Federal U.S. cybersecurity agency CISA has now issued an advisory as the problem affects tons of BlackBerry products. Read more...

Onward Mobility prepping to launch 5G BlackBerry smartphone based on Android

Chandrakant Isi — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 19:26:02 +0000

A 'Pre Commitment Program' for potential BlackBerry customers is live. The upcoming phone will feature BlackBerry's signature keyboard and 5G connectivity along with Android operating system. Read more...

BlackBerry phones are coming back thanks to OnwardMobility

João Carrasqueira — Wed, 19 Aug 2020 12:54:01 +0000

After the BlackBerry brand seemed doomed to disappear after its licensing deal with TCL ended, the security-focused phones are set to come back in 2021 thanks to a deal with OnwardMobility. Read more...

BlackBerry phones may be dead as TCL licensing deal comes to an end

Rich Woods — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 15:22:01 +0000

BlackBerry Mobile today announced that as of August 31 this year, TCL Communication will no longer have a licensing deal to sell BlackBerry-branded smartphones, something in place since 2016. Read more...

Unihertz's tribute to the BlackBerry Passport is now available with limited stock

Timi Cantisano — Tue, 30 Jul 2019 14:26:01 +0000

Unihertz unveiled the Titan just a couple of weeks ago, showing us a BlackBerry Passport-esque handset. The firm made it available with a starting price of $199 through Kickstarter, which sold out. Read more...

The BlackBerry KEY2 Red Edition is now available in the U.S. for $699

Rich Woods — Fri, 19 Apr 2019 16:32:01 +0000

After announcing the device at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona this year, TCL today announced that the BlackBerry KEY2 Red Edition is now available for purchase in the United States. Read more...

BlackBerry Messenger's consumer version to be discontinued on May 31

Jay Bonggolto — Thu, 18 Apr 2019 18:02:01 +0000

BlackBerry Messenger is scheduled to shut down on May 31 after years of efforts on the part of developers to add more features and content to the messaging app meant to help grow its user base. Read more...

BlackBerry sues Twitter for allegedly infringing on its mobile messaging patent

Jay Bonggolto — Thu, 28 Feb 2019 06:08:01 +0000

BlackBerry has filed a patent lawsuit against Twitter for allegedly co-opting a number of its mobile messaging technologies into the micro-blogging site's app and advertising platform. Read more...

TCL announces the BlackBerry KEY2 Red Edition

João Carrasqueira — Sun, 24 Feb 2019 16:00:01 +0000

BlackBerry has announced a new color variant for the BlackBerry KEY2 at MWC 2019. The new variant keeps all the same specs, but now has a bright red color borrowed from the cheaper LE model. Read more...

BlackBerry KEY2 LE in Atomic or Champagne now available for $499.99 in the US

Boyd Chan — Wed, 05 Dec 2018 02:30:01 +0000

While the BlackBerry KEY2 LE has already been out since October in the United States, it has only been available in a Slate finish. Now, the handset is available in two previously announced colors. Read more...

Facebook sues BlackBerry for stealing its voice-messaging tech

Sharath Ravishankar — Thu, 06 Sep 2018 06:58:01 +0000

In apparent retaliation to BlackBerry's lawsuits in March, Facebook is now suing BlackBerry. It accuses the company of infringing six patents, one of which bolsters its voice-messaging services. Read more...

An icon for all: BlackBerry's new video showcases the important features of the KEY2 LE

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 31 Aug 2018 02:42:01 +0000

Today, BlackBerry introduced the world to its more affordable KEY2 LE smartphone. The firm has now released a video, showing the handset in all its glory, going into detail about its features. Read more...

BlackBerry launches the KEY2 LE, promising an icon for all

Rich Woods — Thu, 30 Aug 2018 17:12:01 +0000

Today, BlackBerry announced the KEY2 LE, a scaled down version of its current flagship smartphone, the KEY2. Coming in at $399, the KEY2 LE features a Snapdragon 636 processor and a physical keyboard. Read more...

Android Oreo is finally making its way to the BlackBerry Motion

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 17 Aug 2018 02:46:02 +0000

It has been a long time coming, but a year after its official release, Google's Android Oreo update is finally arriving on the BlackBerry Motion. The update is hitting devices in North America. Read more...

BlackBerry's KEY2 LE surfaces as a cheaper version of the KEY2

Michael Allison — Fri, 10 Aug 2018 17:50:01 +0000

BlackBerry will reportedly be making a cheaper version of its KEY2 handset this year - the KEY2 LE. The firm will cut a few corners here and there to hit a lower price point than its $650 flagship. Read more...

Let's Encrypt root certificates now trusted by major root programmes

Paul Hill — Tue, 07 Aug 2018 04:40:01 +0000

Let's Encrypt root certificates are now trusted by major root programmes including those run by tech giants including Microsoft, Google, and Apple. Let's Encrypt will continue using cross-signatures. Read more...

BlackBerry announces two new handsets, the Evolve and Evolve X

Timi Cantisano — Thu, 02 Aug 2018 19:18:02 +0000

BlackBerry has been teasing something new since July. Now, the firm has announced the arrival of the Evolve and Evolve X. The phones ditch the physical keyboard in favor of a sleek new design. Read more...

BlackBerry KEY2 lands in India as an Amazon exclusive from next week

Shreyas Gandhe — Mon, 23 Jul 2018 14:18:01 +0000

BlackBerry has launched its latest keyboard-toting smartphone powered by Android Oreo, the KEY2 in India and will begin selling the device exclusively through Amazon starting from 31 July. Read more...

BlackBerry KEY2 Lite could pave the way for a more affordable KEY2 variant

Timi Cantisano — Wed, 18 Jul 2018 21:22:01 +0000

BlackBerry's KEY2 released last month and while the specifications were decent, the price left a bad taste in the mouth of many. The unannounced KEY2 Lite has leaked and could solve the price problem. Read more...

BlackBerry KEYone gets one step closer to Android Oreo

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 21:44:02 +0000

BlackBerry handset owners have been wondering when the KEYone will be updated to Android Oreo. The firm has started the process with the handset, offering up details through a new beta program. Read more...

Firefox Focus gets new features on Android and iOS and comes to the latest BlackBerry

João Carrasqueira — Thu, 12 Jul 2018 18:16:01 +0000

Mozilla has announced a few new features for its privacy-focused mobile browser, Firefox Focus, alongside news that the app is included in the BlackBerry KEY2 as part of the Locker feature. Read more...

BlackBerry Ghost could hit the market with 4,000mAh battery

Timi Cantisano — Fri, 06 Jul 2018 02:30:01 +0000

The BlackBerry Ghost is set to be a sleek handset but we have yet to hear official word about its release. Now, a new piece of information states that the unit will arrive with a 4,000mAh battery. Read more...

New video showcases BlackBerry KEY2's beautiful details

Timi Cantisano — Tue, 03 Jul 2018 04:32:01 +0000

If you wanted to get another in-depth look at the BlackBerry KEY2, the company has now released a video that details its design and some of its features. The smartphone costs $649.99. Read more...

BlackBerry KEY2 review: You really have to want the keyboard

Rich Woods — Wed, 27 Jun 2018 13:00:01 +0000

The main feature of BlackBerry's new KEY2 handset is its keyboard, combined with the firm's first dual-lens camera. But in the age of touchscreen keyboards, does it work? Here's our review. Read more...

BlackBerry KEY2 pre-orders start on June 29 and will be available to purchase on July 13

Timi Cantisano — Thu, 21 Jun 2018 17:18:01 +0000

At the end of next week, you'll be able to pre-order BlackBerry's latest handset, the KEY2. The phone offers a physical keyboard, dual camera sensor, and will be priced starting at $649. Read more...

BlackBerry KEY2 unboxing and first impressions

Rich Woods — Wed, 20 Jun 2018 13:00:01 +0000

BlackBerry's KEY2 includes an octa-core Snapdragon 660 chipset, a dual-lens camera, and of course, BlackBerry's signature keyboard. Here's our unboxing and first impressions video. Read more...

BlackBerry announces the KEY2 with its physical keyboard, starting at $649

Rich Woods — Thu, 07 Jun 2018 14:16:01 +0000

BlackBerry says that an icon is reborn today, as it announced the KEY2, the company's newest flagship Android phone that includes a physical keyboard, saying it's the most advanced BlackBerry ever. Read more...

Leaked renders show off more of BlackBerry's next smartphone prior to June 7 event

Timi Cantisano — Mon, 04 Jun 2018 22:38:01 +0000

We are only a few days away from the announcement of BlackBerry's next smartphone and it looks like new renders have leaked, showing off more of the handset. The KEY2 will be announced on June 7. Read more...

BlackBerry sends out invites for the launch of KEY2

Shreyas Gandhe — Sat, 12 May 2018 13:30:02 +0000

BlackBerry is set to launch yet another Android smartphone with a physical QWERTY keyboard and the company has now posted an invite for the launch event on its official Twitter handle. Read more...

BlackBerry's upcoming Athena phone gets leaked

Timi Cantisano — Tue, 10 Apr 2018 22:02:01 +0000

TCL has done a pretty good job of reviving the BlackBerry name. With the success of its KEYone handset, the firm could be prepping a follow-up, and this could be what it looks like. Read more...

BlackBerry to provide infotainment and security software to Jaguar Land Rover

Jay Bonggolto — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 11:32:01 +0000

BlackBerry's infotainment and security software will now be incorporated into the Jaguar Land Rover vehicles as part of a licensing agreement between the Canadian firm and Tata Motors. Read more...

BlackBerry accuses Facebook, WhatsApp of patent infringement, files lawsuit

Sharath Ravishankar — Wed, 07 Mar 2018 12:14:01 +0000

Canadian smartphone brand BlackBerry has filed a lawsuit against Facebook for using a number of its patented security and user interface features in the latter's messaging services. Read more...

BlackBerry Motion Review: Something special that few will understand

Timi Cantisano — Thu, 01 Mar 2018 11:38:01 +0000

A year ago BlackBerry revealed a new handset under guidance from TCL. Now, its second entry, the Motion, sheds the physical keyboard, stays focused on the mid-range, but is it alluring? Read more...