AT&T is now rolling out Android 6.0 Marshmallow to the BlackBerry Priv. While the update has been available to unlocked Priv's for a while now, and even hit the T-Mobile variant in mid-June, it's good to see it landing for the AT&T model.
From AT&T:
Effective July 13, 2016, AT&T released a software update for the PRIV™ by BlackBerry® (STV100-1). You can download the update via Firmware Over The Air (FOTA). A Wi-Fi connection is required.
Once downloaded, you can expect the usual Marshmallow goodies, including granular app permissions, adoptable storage, and better battery life thanks to Doze mode.
In any case, if you haven't yet received an update notification, you can manually check by heading to the "About device" section of your Settings.
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AT&T pushes Marshmallow update to BlackBerry Priv
I've AT&T BlackBerry priv unlocked. I'm regularly checking updates but nothing. I've been using this for about 5 mo ths now. What should be the reason?
Can we get the dark hub on the PRIV?
feeling Priv-ileged
Love the marshmellow
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I didn't check all the comments here, but I noticed some added bloatware after this update. I kept getting odd Caller ID notices pop up, but I had not installed the app and it did not show on the normal app view. When I enabled System View, however, there it was. Disabled now, but WTF!
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It's okay needs work so don't jump and down just yet. The email don't load up as smooth as a Passport not does it type as smooth and so my fellow BlackBerry fans don't give that jive about the Priv is greatest thing since sliced bread because of this update.
I could swear it's not staying in charge mode even though it is hooked up.
Just to let you guy know I called in and had em force my update through and so yes you can get it quicker if you talk real nice to em.
Is it better than before? Absolutely! Is it great as it should be? Absolutely not.
Keep going BlackBerry you guys are catching up to HTC because they too have issues that are on the same level as your issues you guys just need an Android with a better chip and two speakers and yes a virtual and standard keyboard that slides out from there side will put you guys in the number one spot.
As it stands now this Priv is a nice start at least your guys will learn a thing or two about Android and cutting cost to produce a phone and a decent profit.
Sure the truth gets under people's skin but it must be told if BlackBerry is to move forward and reclaim the number one spot again.
Well, at least it still came.
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I just installed the new update and now my SD card will not work. WTHECK
Posted via the CrackBerry App on my BlackBerry Priv powered by Android
Were you asked to make a choice between using the card as external memory or as an extension of your device memory?
Not at all. It wants me to rest my SD Card. Keeps telling me it is not supported
That was one of the main reasons AT&T was experiencing high return rates, because they never released the MM update when it was available. Also part of the blame goes to Blackberry for not launching Priv with MM installed. Yes there would of been bugs for sure but definitely no over heating and battery drain problems which was very frustrating for users, and resulted in many returns. they could of slipped in bug fixes with the security updates ;)
Yeah battery life is definitely improved. Still keeping my wifi only Passport though. I really enjoy typing on the Priv with both the VKB and PKB at the same time. Even my 99 year old dad has noticed an improvement in his updated $299 Priv. Just sayin a Priv for $299 is a great deal!
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Battery life with MM THOUGH WOW ! I can't get this thing to die.. Awesome !
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I just installed Marshmallow last night on my PRIV and it is like night and day. What a huge difference in performance and battery life. I have been using my phone for the better part of the day and the battery left is still at 75 percent. Absolutely no overheating either. I was seriously considering throwing in the towel because my battery was draining so fast and the device got really hot at times, but now I am fully back on board. Highly recommend the update.
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Since the update I cannot access my Contacts. When the app opens and I choose a contact, I get an "unfortunately Contacts stopped working" message. I have hard restarted, rebooted, turned on all apps, etc and still nothing. I went to my local AT&T store and the tech couldn't help either after trying everything for over half an hour. He downloaded a different contacts app for me, so I guess I'll wait for the next update to fix this one. I'm glad others are having great success.
Try this if you haven't already: go to Settings>Apps, find the contacts app listed and if there's an option to force close it, do it.
If that doesn't do it, if there's an option to roll back to a base version of the app, do it. This might wipe your contacts though.
Thank you.
Did it work?
No, and I wasn't able to find a way to roll back to the base version. I went to the AT&T store and the tech was able to download a different Contacts app for me and transfer my original to it. But I wanted to thank you for taking the time to answer and offer suggestions. :D Hopefully/not hopefully others are experiencing similar issues and a new patch will come out to fix our problems.
So now the ATT guys have wireless charging AND Marshmallow, that's cruel for ROW. Well at least they are behind one month of security updates ;)
ROW has global compatibility. I'll take that over wireless charging any day :)
Been a loyal fan of BlackBerry since the beginning, I was almost ready to switch my PRIV for a Nexus 5X, now that MM update is installed, I'm just in love again with my PRIV, battery life was improved, smooth and fast than before. Thanks BlackBerry, just waiting a miracle to keep my second phone, a Passport
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Reluctantly, as they already dumped their inventory and call it quits.
Took a while for at&t to get it.
Typed using my QNX powered BlackBerry Classic running 10.3.2.2876 on WINDmobile HSPA+
Why can't I update it? Started downloading last night got to 97% then stopped! Update screen comes on just can't hit the continue to update or check for update. Help please lol
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Try resetting the network connection, eg. airplane mode.
Typed using my QNX powered BlackBerry Classic running 10.3.2.2876 on WINDmobile HSPA+
Thanks, I tried that and it didn't work. I called blackberry support hopefully they get this resolved, been waiting on this update for seven months, thanks again
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Overheating is a fun new feature...what a crock..time to go back to my chipped screen passport.
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Factory reset, install ALL updates, then install applications dead-last.
Typed using my QNX powered BlackBerry Classic running 10.3.2.2876 on WINDmobile HSPA+
Can confirm - updated to Marshmallow, started experiencing overheating and battery issues culminating in the phone draining 80% overnight in battery saver mode.
Did a factory reset this morning, and it is far better than it was before the update.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Way to many Trolls on these forums.
Posted via CB10
Battery is definitely better.
Updated yesterday- keeps bumping me into the incorrect security lock screen to unlock my phone. Restart and it brought me to the correct screen. I have disabled the phone lock security screen now. Also, using Textra and while my texts still send, I get a message "unfortunately your Google play services have stopped" then makes me report or say ok to clear. Battery life is tons better though!
Wow. This is obviously good news for Private users, and about the least controversial story possible, but the trolls are out in force.
1) BlackBerry doesn't have any leverage with carriers to force updates before the carrier is ready to support them. Apple is the exception. So if you want the latest OS updates pushed from the manufacturer, you need to either buy factory unlocked (easy and cheaper than buying through the carriers), or buy an iPhone if you want to pay (more) over time, and if you like iOS.
2) AT&T actually tested and released this pretty quickly, probably because they only had to create documentation, support and CS training protocols for the update process. Once the update is done the support is the same as for all their other MM devices, more or less.
3) It's true that BlackBerry patches Android monthly, presumably because it is less inherently secure but also because there are huge armies of developers tweaking it constantly. It's a different development paradigm than BB10, and the OS is a mainstream OS with a long life ahead of it. Frequent patching has become the paradigm for most mainstream OSes.
4) Only a small minority of BB10 users will be able to take advantage of the 10.3.3 update security patch. Anyone other than security professional complaining that it's delay is frustrating them is either irrational or a troll. Please don't validate or encourage either!
5) Being jealous of other mobile OSes is silly. You can choose any one you want, but none are perfect. So choose whichever one you like and/or can live with, and spend your energy on things that enhance your life and the lives of others. (I know that's a silly idea for many who spend their discretionary time on consumer electronics fan sites!)
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Wow att didn't slack too much on this one
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How long does the upgrade take?
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Up to one hour total processing n download time
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Maybe this has been answered by now, but I recall it being a major thorn in the side of many - myself included:
For those with AT&T models on another carrier (in my case, T-Mobile) you can buy a buy-as-you-go sim card at an AT&T store and load it up with a small amount of prepaid talk/data and then use that to get the updates. Granted, you'll still be on AT&T's awful schedule, but it's better than being left out in the wilderness completely. I'm at 37% completed currently via this method.
Cheers all.
This is EXACTLY the information I was looking for, and couldn't find anywhere else. Thanks!
You don't even need to load the card with anything--you just need to activate it. I'm not an AT&T customer (prepaid or postpaid,) but this has been discussed in the forums and found out to be the case. Apparently as far as AT&T is concerned, there's a distinction between activated and activated+funded.
After upgrade to Marshmallow, if we don't want "internal storage" , remain "portable card" , the previous mount as disk to PC no longer works and we have to use "Developer option" menu to access SD card using MTP protocol. This option cannot copy big files like Movie. Anyone have better idea?
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Shall i install the above auto loader in MY unlocked AT & T Blackberry Priv device.
I am from India and u have received the update yet to my device.
Shall i install the above auto loader to My unlocked AT & T Blackberry Priv device.I am from India and i have yet to received the update for my device.
Currently i am on Build number AAC734 - 5.1.1 (STV100-1)
Unless you have an activate AT&T SIM at your disposal, this autoloader is the way to go if you want Marshmallow on your AT&T Priv.
Just remember to back up everything first. Autoloaders wipe your phones.
Big Red always late to the party, certain things will never change. Come on Big Red release marshmallow
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Welcome to a better functioning Priv AT&T people!
Word of advice. Update everything prior to updating to MM. Always best practise.
Posted via the PrivZilla!
Congrats to all you AT&T users!!! COME ON VERIZON!!! GIVE IT UP ALREADY!!!
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android on Priv
I'm on the same boat :(
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Nice! Just got home and already downloading the update
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I haven't seen any improvement in battery life, but the heat issue is no longer a problem.
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Nice.
Posted via the CrackBerry App on the BlackBerry Priv.
...I wouldn't you haven't even had for a full day.....duh
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
So far so good, hope it fixes the mms and group messaging issues I was having!
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This was my biggest issue with BlackBerry Priv. Been using Textra. Got update yesterday and 2 issues: kept booting me to wrong security screen to unlock phone. Had to restart to get it to go to my picture choice security. Finally just disabled my security lock feature. Also- everyone I send a text, via textra, it sends...but then says "unfortunately Google play services have stopped" and makes me report or say ok. But yes, battery life is much better!
Sure would be nice to see verizon get on board now
Posted with my shiny new Priv
I am so tempted to get one for my husband now who is with AT&T. Hmmmm
Posted via my Priv
I was content with Lollipop, but man this is just awesome now!
I almost don't believe the battery has only drained a few % since morning. Usually would be at 80% by now.
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Nice!
Really nice
Interesting. Others are reporting no difference in battery life.
Posted via the CrackBerry App on the BlackBerry Priv.
Awesome! Congrats to Priv owners.
Passport SE, "The BlockBerry" - Cricket Wireless
Update made my Priv much smoother and more responsive I think. Great job Att
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Should read "great job BB"
AT&T did nothing but sit on it for a while.
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"I think?"
Posted via the CrackBerry App on the BlackBerry Priv.
Finally it happened to me right in front of my face and I feel so excited
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I know it's early but I'm seeing an extremely large improvement over the battery life compared to lollipop 5.1.1. I have 1 hour and 32 mins of screen time and my battery is only at 86%. Granted it's just been used on facebook, CrackBerry, Google +, and a little bit on Castle Clash. Still that's way better stats than I had been getting on Lollipop.
Posted via the Priv for Android
Yes battery life is much better after installing update on shop blackberry priv
Posted via CB10
Well I only have the AT&T branded Priv.
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Woo hoo! I got it OTA during lunch hour perfect timing. Boy did my phone get hot too! Afterwards it gave me a notification that the phone needed to cool down and systems were lowered to cool it off.
Now it works great! Hopeful it won't get as hot and better battery life. BTW... I like the google search activation on a long press...confusing at first
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Lol has **** frozen over?
Z30 STA100-5/10.3.2.2474
Got the update notice this morning. Thought it was just a security update. I did it OTA as I was in my office with no wifi. Took a long **** time, but everything is smooth now. I was shocked . I am at one month on the Priv. Got the brand new unlocked ATT version this at was on ebay for $299.
Starting to like the device honestly. It's not my Passport , but it will do.
Posted from my reluctantly purchased Priv
So am I. I actually have a passport se but I find that I'm using my PRIV more
how do the beta testers get the official version?
AT&T San Jose Ca. I got an alert this morning for software update but thought it just security software update and did not take any action. Now have to wait until get home from work. I hope it is a lot better than the previous software.
... the PRIVious software.
For sure, battery life is better than 5.x! :-D
• There's a Crack in the Berry right now... •
att is also in the tank with NSA. WE still need to report bad service and billing to the FCC and FTC.
I pulled 0.2mbps LTE and 1.25mbps on TMO HSPA (in an LTE band 2/4/12 market.) You wanna handle this bad service report for me?
I will.
**** is freezing over...
Posted via CB10 on my Z10
I checked and my IMEI number must have me further down the list or AT&T hates me...
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Well if you don't mind setting things up again there's always the autoloader to skip the line.
I read there is no link for the AT&T version for the auto loader, I'll just wait it out. Thanks though.
Did you see the post on how to update your Att Priv without a sim card? It should be the newest post on CrackBerry
Posted via the Priv for Android
Does it require the auto loader?
This is good news. Considering getting a second phone. Maybe I'll get a Priv.
Posted via BlackBerry Passport
Wait a few months when blackberry comes out a all touch droid and PKB droid. The PKB is so small and cramped on the priv.
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ARE YOU SERIOUS!!!!!! ARE YOU SURE???? THIS IS AT&T WE ARE TALKING ABOUT
It's true! It's true! It's even on their website
Posted via the Priv for Android
Exactly!! It frustrates the h*ll out of me when people bash BlackBerry for these updates taking so long to be released... it isn't BlackBerry's fault that AT&T loves to sit on their thumbs
Posted via CB10 on my Silver Edition Passport... device of champions
Listen up Apple updates their devices all at once and whenever they feel like it. Bypassing the forsaken carriers. So your argument on this front is moot.
Aren't familiar with contract law and market power, are you?
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Well If we're going to talk market power in Blackberrys' case, let's just stop now. They whittled that long ago. As for Contract law I know nothing about. So why don't you educate me? What contract law does apple have that only applies to them in the smartphone market?
$$$ ... that's the whole of the law for Apple, I might be led to believe... :-)
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Your point? Apple had (and still has) the power to bend over carriers... BlackBerry does not.
Posted via CB10 on my Silver Edition Passport... device of champions
RIM once did but they let it slip away due to arrogance.
To be fair, Apple's terms, when they first released the iPhone, was that updates were to come directly from them and NOT the carrier, which then AT&T agreed to.
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BlackBerry is at fault actually
Yes it is.
Blackberry has developed terrible relationships with carriers. It's entirely their fault.
It's also their fault that the bb10 update is late. Yes.. it's being reviewed by a 3rd party... who received it later than expected. From BlackBerry.
Or... are you suggesting it is the 3rd party's fault? . Because BlackBerry owns that relationship as well.
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WHAT THE ****!!! NO 10.3.3 AND THEY HAVE A PRIV UPDATE EVERY MONTH!!!! AND SOME GUY HERE SAYS BLACKBERRY INVESTING SO MUCH TIME ON 10.3.3 MY ASSSSSS!!!
Blackberry Passport (Imaginary 10.3.3)
Yup. Joke.
DARK HUB.
Posted via CB10
Indeed.
They flogging that horse hard!!
Posted via CB10 on my ClassicSQC100-1/10.3.2.2876
Calm down. 10.3.3 will be here next month. Why are you so uptight over a security update anyway? That's all its going to be. No new features.
Posted via the Priv for Android
What part of "it is being reviewed by a 3rd party and will be available next month" don't you understand?
Posted via CB10 on my Silver Edition Passport... device of champions
What part from june to july to august to and so on don't you understand, what part don't priv getting a update every month don't you understand? Why is priv reviewed in days and getting update every month. And blackberry takes 5months to review note that it was originally set to release on march.
Blackberry Passport (Imaginary 10.3.3)
Totally agree...
I know it's a security update with NO new feature, which in itself is a kick in the teeth... but come on, the least they can do is release the darn thing!!
This horse Android gets a update almost every month!! It shows how much effort is needed to secure that diabolical OS!!
Posted via CB10 on my ClassicSQC100-1/10.3.2.2876
So you do realize that this update is what other carriers have pushed out months ago--that it may not be anything new, just something AT&T had been sitting on for a while?
I think this detail is missed on some...
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android from my Verizon BlackBerry Priv
Just buy me a passport se!!
Blackberry Passport (Imaginary 10.3.3)
Roach coach
Wow!
Posted via BlackBerry PRIV
And this is why IOS is king. Smh...
You do know how often iOS devices get bricked by updates, right?
... aka iBrick... ;-P
• There's a Crack in the Berry right now... •
Hardly any lol. Don't try to justify the horrible updates on the Priv.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android on my Priv where I am out of toilet paper
Hardly any...just in iOS 7?
You know that carriers have ASKED their customers to not install released iOS updates, right?
Dude...seriously? I know we are here because we are Blackberry fans...but PLEASE do not try and justify the horrible update cycles Blackberry has. B10 or PRIV same story different day.
I'm not justifying anything for BlackBerry, just pointing out that while you may consider iOS to be "the king," the reality is that they break **** and then have to rush out patches to fix whatever they broke. And it has gotten so bad that carriers in the past--ones who supposedly tested updates, all at the same time, globally--asked their customers to not install an update. The "king" seemingly has a habit of falling on his own sword.
BTW...on factory unlocked phones, how many consecutive months has Apple rolled out security updates for now? Or do you believe that iOS doesn't need security updates?
BTW, ... IOS is by Cisco. You meant iOS by Apple, presumably... ;-P
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This should make some epople happy.
Posted using a Q10, 10.3.2.2474.
Obviously it should read people. Another case of big fingers, little keys syndrome.
Posted using a Q10, 10.3.2.2474.
You need a Passport...
PassportSQW100-1/10.3.2.2876
I'm sure the usual suspects will b*tch and moan about this like they do with anything and everything BlackBerry
Posted via CB10 on my Silver Edition Passport... device of champions
Where is 10.3.3?
And dark hub
Posted with my shiny new Priv
But does it Blend, LOL
*yawn*
Posted via CB10 on my Silver Edition Passport... device of champions
Take a nap, old man
Where indeed is 10.3.3?
July is fastticking by.
(still have spacebar issue; SMH)
Such a late update. Not good enough
Whitesuxfangirl, maybe troll AT&T as they were the one sitting on the update for months
Posted via CB10 on my Silver Edition Passport... device of champions
I guess you are never happy. If you would read other phones still do not have MM like Samsung phones and others. They still are waiting for MM.
The update is not all you think it is. It has some nice features but it's not got to blow your rocks off.
Trust me... for a phone like they priv MM is a lifesaver ...
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
WTF, Verizon!!?
Are you surprised? We did get the Priv 4 months after initial launch...
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android from my Verizon BlackBerry Priv
Yep! Surprised the **** outta me. Thought it was just another security update.
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