Although we haven't heard a lot about the BlackBerry 'Argon' since the initial rumors popped up, there's now some further evidence the device exists directly off of BlackBerry's servers. Oddly enough, the details come directly from a page which was clearly not meant to be published given the 'donotpublish.html' extension but alas, they somehow went live confirming what was already rumored for specs of the 'Argon' only this time around, highlighting the device as the DTEK60.
Specs:
- 5.5" diagonal, 534 PPI, 2560 x 1440 Quad HD resolution
- All-touch screen, with intuitive gesture based navigation
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 64-bit Quad-Core (MSM8996 with 64 bit Quad-Core 2+2 Kryo 2.15GHz / 1.6GHz), Adreno 530, 624MHz GPU
- 4 GB RAM, 32 GB Flash
- USB Type-C
- 3000 mAh 4.4V non-removable Lithium-Ion battery QC3.0 Enabled
- 21-megapixel auto-focus camera
- 8-megapixel Fixed-Focus
- Fingerprint sensor (DTEK60)
- Convenience key
Sadly, there's still no images associated with the page, and the link is sure to go missing as soon as someone realizes it has gone live, but at least this helps push the device into a little bit more than rumor status. Additionally, previous rumors had pegged this device as being a re-badged Alcatel Idol 4 Pro or TCL 950 and much like the DTEK50 when it was rumored, the specs from GFXBench would seem to match up here. To put it plainly, the DTEK60/Argon could be a larger, higher-specced DTEK50 with a fingerprint sensor.
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BlackBerry 'Argon' likely to be released as the DTEK60
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It's funny this hasn't been taken down yet
Don't care, until it's official! XD
BlackBerry Passport, or Pass out without it! - WINDmobile HSPA soon to be LTE with latest bb10/QNX software.
Dual sim is now a must
Red Berry!!
SHAME on Blackberry, more Android junk.
I'd give up my galaxy for this. Or maybe even wait for the third BlackBerry release to get my keyboard again.
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Still waiting for a pkb. Would be even better if i could win a new classic :-)
What's with the lack of keyboards!!!! Come on BlackBerry very few people want to buy an all-touch BlackBerry...know your strength
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DTEK 50 specs
Posted via CB10
Blackberry sure knows how to push it's loyal customers away...
Well those are some specs alright...of course if this turns out to be true. So by the looks like it this is another all-touch phone...which is not bad at all, at least to have the (illusion) of choice between something like the DickTeck50 and DickTeck60 would be something indeed...
But I guess with those specs you'll also get the according price tag...I'd be willing to consider it if its around the $500 dollar mark...if it's $700+ no way which leaves me with either the DickTeck50 or a move to the Windows 10 phones as my next device...no way a Scumsung...and no way in **** a Applesuck ITard device ...even though Retardroid is not something I'm looking forward to...
Such a shame that my BlackBerry Leap is starting to stutter and all the Android apps are dying off as the Android Runtime is becoming obsolete...The Leap was an underrated device...but what can you do...these days as a consumer I guess you have to become accustomed to no choice, no right to choice or someone else making the choice for you...
Respect My Autoritah!
Cool. Ignoble gas.
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Am I the only one that read "gesture based navigation"?????????? Does it mean that Blackberry finally found a way to include gestures on Android????????????????
BlackDroid, so all can play Pokemon GO yey!!!
That's a lot of "smartphone"! Luv the 4GB of RAM and high speed specs!
Hllluol
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
BlackBerry could take a lesson from the folks who made the Black Phone. They completely re-wrote the Android OS and called it Secure OS. It's more secure than Android on BlackBerry.
Posted via CB10
Wow humans know how to complain and troll. So even this is not good!?
Posted via the handsome BlackBerry PRIV
I'm excited to see this. It's got the right size screen for me and the spec are pretty impressive. I hope the price point won't kill the deal for many!
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Idol 4s looks to have curved glass but not curved screen. For me, if the dtek 60 is the 4s with a few upgrades I am good with that. I just hope more advancements happen with making android 'feel' a bit more like bb10.
Posted via CB10
I like the specs, but the price is going to be high. Other oems would sell this for $399, but I would be surprised if this is less $599. BlackBerry is normally $100 over priced.
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$499 will be perfect and is very much plausible
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It will probably receive a lot of negative feedback if it isn't water resistant.
Oh boy! Those comments! But I still come back and read some of them occasionally....
I am sure that John Chen - the one who IS still in charge at BlackBerry after all - will think, why should I do what those jerks are suggesting? That doesn't seem to be the kind of clientele I would like to have anyway.... I am supposed to SAVE BlackBerry....
Posted via CB10
Is this device suppose to have curved screen!
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Waiting on the PKB model.
Posted w/ BlackBerry Classic
Price?
Posted via CB10
Ok Wait, let me put in a thought here...
Seeing the specs, everyone including Bla1ze is summarising that it will look like a Alcatel pro or a TCL 950.
But, remember the renders by Dylan...his render of Neon was exactly correct. But his render of Argon is different to tcl and Alcatel. So wouldn't that suggest that the device would possibly look different. Maybe there is enough time to change the shell of the device even if built by tcl with similar internal specs ?
Aah my bad. I revisited Dylan page and found him saying he hasn't seen the Argon in person but has seen only the Mercury. Taking back all my thoughts :P
It's seen BlackBerry re branding Alcatel or TCL phone. BlackBerry did not change dtek60 external physical? Feel that buying alcatel or TCL not BlackBerry phone.
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There ARE no images. :)
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The battery is too small for a phone that size. Hope it can still change.
Quick Charge 3.0
I heard this.
"set to be released later this year. In addition, the DTK60 will sport stock Android 6.0 Marshmallow"
Why Android 6.0 later this year? Really BlackBerry?
Source: http://mobilesyrup.com/2016/09/20/leak-suggest-high-end-blackberry-dtek6...
Flicked via the BlackBerry keyboard on my Nexus 5X
Will this thing work on the Verizons?
Posted via CB10
Battery life would be the make or break for me. I am not happy with Priv battery life.
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I hope it's water proof and has an IR blaster. Two nice features I wish BlackBerry would throw into a phone
Posted via CB10
There is no phone that is water proof. Only water resistant. Big difference!!
Posted via my DTEK50
Looks like the next opinion poll in this forum could be "Who plans to move to the new DTEK60 from BB10"....
If anyone from BlackBerry reads these forums, please release your new phones with CDMA so I can use it on Verizon Wireless.
It's a major carrier and shouldn't be ignored. Plus, I get a slight discount on VzW.
Posted via CB10
Can't wait to see it
Posted via CB10
As far as I'm concerned, BlackBerry Are Gone.
The specs are solid. This could be the updated device that z10 and z30 users were waiting for.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Ya if they could only offer it in a CDMA version for us Verizon users!!!
BlackBerry should stick with the same models and make them better every year. Too much mystery makes me not want to wait around to see what they come out with. DTEK60 should have been the name of next year's DTEK50 upgrade. Imagine what a beast the PRIV 2 would be? Or even the Passport 2. I personally want a BB10 Z30X (or Z40)
This phone seems promising but I need more than 32gb of internal. I use a lot of apps.
And knowing BlackBerry, it will be way too expensive for the specs.
I will take DTEK50/60 over Pixel any day!!!!
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Where is my keyboard
Posted via CB10
Wonder about the price
Posted from my BlackBerry Passport
I think this is the phone I will end up with unless the priv gets cheaper aging then well I will have a long indecisive decision to make.
I know the name is not the koolest and well thats ok and heres the first reason why...there is nothing more than the BlackBerry icon on the back and that leads into bestest best reason ever and that is when you get to use your imagination a bit.
Say someone (and you know they will) asks...what kinda phone is that? And well you say "it's the new blackberry tiger torch" and walla you got someone confused that blackberry is still around and with a new phone and it comes with a cool name.
Hmmm take a picture of that moment and post it lol
Done on BlackBerry Classic, Rip Z10
Literally just got out of a sales meeting with BB can confirm it has a fingerprint sensor
Everyone would like some info that has not been 'leaked'
Perhaps price and release date? ;)
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Here is a link to Idol 4 Pro. Only difference will be Android software on BlackBerry DTEK60
http://www.gsm-specs.com/alcatel-idol-4-pro/
Posted via my DTEK50
It actually was called argon in the link name this is what it said in the bookmark when I saved it. "Argon – DTEK50 Specs – Specifications for Android BlackBerry Smartphone - United States" so they were using the code name argon at blackberry
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Sad there is no new BB10 superphone on the horizon, so I'm already standing in line to get this phone. QNX had so much going for it -- the perfectly tight, secure, mobile OS. Nevertheless, it's about time we see a phone like this from BlackBerry! The PRIV tried to be everything to everyone, but I didn't need a physical keyboard or a phone with a curved screen that could be vulnerable to damage. I wanted a large battery in an all-touch premium phone with the now legendary BB soft keyboard and BB hub! Waterproofing would be icing on the cake, but I'll still eat cake without it.
FFS, can they stop with the stupid ******* retarded naming trend?
Posted via CB10
I like what I see, can't wait to check it out
They should jus stick wit the codenames blackberry argon! But am excited to get my hands on it! Sounds pretty nice n powerful device!!
Posted via CB10
Great phone except that tiny battery! Both my BlackBerry's have over 3400 mAh battery's! At least it will not have the security issues I have had with Samsung!
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Intuitive gesture? Wondering what that will be. Like swipe and flow as in bb10??
Posted via CB10
I think it's basically a long-winded way of saying "no home button".
Posted via BlackBerry Priv STV100-1
=.
Posted via CB10
'donotpublish.html'.
Sounds like a really convincing story...
In other news, they will actually have to do some kind of BB10 release to fix the increasingly obvious root cert issues cropping up on secure sites with new signers and their browser.
That is if they are actually serious about still supporting the OS.
Still. That's not hardware - just an aside.
Posted via CB10
Awesome. Love to see this and also mercury specs
Posted via BB.PPSE@CB10.ca
Bla1ze, do you prefer your light Dtek 50 or your powerfull Dtek 60
Posted via CB10
This new mobile leprechaun is not good news! BB10 10.3.3 ??? Fewer and fewer chances :(
Very nice specifications except the battery. 3000 mAh is so weak! They will kill the phone with it. Such a pitty.
According to BlackBerry, Priv gets 22.5hrs of mixed use, and DTEK60 gets 24hrs.
Priv STV100-1 / AAG191
I don't think so. You can't get a full day of usage from this battery. Today's mobiles with hardware like the Argon gets usually about 3400 mAh battery. F.e the S7 Edge.
The Chip's supposed to be 15% (?) more efficient, then again didn't Apple claim the same?
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
I used to think the same, not anymore.. Processor on DTEK60 is more advanced and energy efficient than the PRIV's.. So entirely possible to get more juice with a smaller battery...
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
When you find yourself saying 'smaller battery', it's always a bad thing lol
Passport filter-evading the NSA Make BlackBerry Great Again!
I think the mix usage is for calls and text only
I want the price!!!
Posted via CB10
So they have given up on keyboards...sad!
Former California Governor, & The Newest Governor of Texas
I'm very happy with the Priv but never use the PKB so may well buy this. How do the specs compare with the Priv?
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^ I agree.. only thing I would want to better is the battery. I would opt for a slightly thicker phone and a bigger batter.
Posted via CB10
I'm hoping those battery specs are not correct. 3000mAh seems way too low when the PRIV has a 3410mAh battery
Actually battery performance should be really good, at least Galaxy 7 good. Both share same processor (820), ram (4gb) and 3000 mAh battery
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
If the specs are accurate and it's available for $550 or less, it's a day-one purchase for me. $600, I'll wait.
The most promising looking device out of BlackBerry in a long time. Who cares who makes it, BlackBerrys software is what makes the device worth the extra money. I'd stand in line for a DTEK60.
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Not "out of BlackBerry", but rather, "out of Alcatel with BlackBerry enhancements" lol
Passport filter-evading the NSA Make BlackBerry Great Again!
Now you're talking!!!
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Me and my SE are starting to feel like that old man on the directtv Peyton an a Sunday Morning commercial.
All these updates, releases, patches for Berrydroid phones and my SE is retired just sitting there watching nothing.
Posted via CB10
Apologies if this has been asked and answered, but does the Dtek 60 have a curved screen a la S7 edge/priv? From Dylan Habkirk's renders, it looks like it does.
Posted via CB10
No, which is why people shouldn't get so attached to renders.
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Or just look at the actual device before the added BlackBerry sauce http://m.gsmarena.com/alcatel_idol_4_pro_with_windows_10_now_stars_in_li... lol
Passport filter-evading the NSA Make BlackBerry Great Again!
Actually if DTEK60 is based on Idol PRO, the screen will be slightly curved - a la Galaxy 7, including glass front/back...
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
A rebranded idol 4 pro device? But the spec are not identical. Dtek 60 has a higher screen resolution 2569x1440 while the idol 4 only has 1080x1920 screen res.
Posted via the CrackBerry
Been with Verizon for years and doubt I will leave to get the new Argon. Anyone out here have any Intel on whether or not Verizon will carry new DTEK line?
Posted via CB10
This really sucks for us Verizon users...Don't see a CDMA version...still using a Z10 and have been waiting for a BB upgrade.....Nothing yet, I'm getting depressed. Those two companies must NOT get along!!
ARGH!-on, not another re-brand! :-(
Posted via BlackBerry Priv STV100-1
I think I will buy it if it comes out in the next three months. I am glad they leaked it.... and hope they announce it next week. The price point for this one will be absolutely critical for BlackBerry.
Posted via CB10
Rumored leak photos did look good. Not sure what device that was. Perhaps one that got cancelled.. ie an BlackBerry design phone.
Posted via CB10
Rgb led? That's all I want to know...
Posted via CB10
BB10 for me f Android lol.
Posted via CB10
Was hoping it'll look like the rumoured leaked images.
Posted via CB10
I am waiting for re-branded Alcatel Blackberry running windows 10!
Posted via CB10
Not happening bro
Z30STA100-2/10.3.2.2876
Thanks, Bla1ze!
The Priv is proving to be an excellent transition for my wife's Z30, and I was planning to swap her a new DTEK50 when my Z30 gives up, but now I'm thinking this will be the one if it's truly close to what has leaked. Alcatel clearly knows how to build quality hardware. It's really no different from the contract design and manufacturing arrangements that other companies, including Apple, employ.
I have the Samsung GS4 for work, but I must say the BlackBerry Android experience is much, much better, and the added security layers are important to us.
Q10 OS 10.3.1.2474 Z30
This is the phone I was interested in. But I would prefer an updated z30
#luvmybb10os
Verizon will release it with Jellybean...
Posted on my Still Awesome Z30
LOL
Specs look pretty goo
Posted via CB10
Won't let me edit my original comment...
Although I still agree the specs look "goo", I wanted to add that the specs look pretty good, but the price is going to have to be pretty enticing for this to be a contender. None of the specs really blow anyone out of the water, seeing as how a lot of the flagships are sporting similar internals.
Sadly, i'm sill waiting for a PKB, so I can upgrade from my Passport. I'm ready for something new, but definitely don't want to go back to all touch.
Ditto. The passport serves my needs quite nicely (and the keys are comforting), so it would take a good feeling pkb to have me even consider Android.
Posted via CB10
They better get the Wi-Fi Calling shizz on T-Mobile straightened out before release! I've got a DTEK50 sitting here collecting dust because of a lack of Wi-Fi Calling...
"Intuitive gesture based navigation" hmmm, just marketing speak? Or will they actually do something about that?
Have they used that language either for the Priv or Dtek50?
Posted via a Priv on an 6.0 Mushroom
Just marketing
They used it with priv and DTEK50 as well
Z30STA100-2/10.3.2.2876
That may mean it is being released with N
Posted via my DTEK50
WHAT!!!....I CANT BELIEVE NOBODY HAS MENTIONED 10.3.3 YET....ALWAYS FIND SOMEONE ASKING FOR IT
They asked the NSA and got an answer.
^ comparing supposed specs...the Sony is 2.83" wide and the dtek is 2.97" wide. Not much difference in width. Actually the dtek 60 is thinner.
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I'm ready to retire my Z30. I am either going to buy one of these or the upcoming Sony Xperia XZ, and then subscribe to the BB app suite. I think 5.5 inches might be a little much for me. The XZ is just my taste at 5 inches.
This is not an IDOL 4s clone. The 4s has an inferior professor, less ram and no USB-C port. 549-599 would be the sweet spot for this phone. Clearly 499 or lower would be good but let's face it BB doesnt understand they can't charge a premium yet.
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They sorta did understand with the DTEK50.
So 499 looks very likely to me
And frankly anything beyond that would be absolutely stupid
Z30STA100-2/10.3.2.2876
As commented in the post, it's the clone of an Alcatel Idol Pro.
Passport filter-evading the NSA Make BlackBerry Great Again!
Correct. Idol 4 -lower spec'd, Idol 4s -mid range, Idol 4 Pro - high end... DTEK60 is/will be a high end phone..
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Well... at least as high end a device as an Alcatel built device can be lol.
Passport filter-evading the NSA Make BlackBerry Great Again!
I would really prefer an upgraded BB10. BB should just officially tell us it's over. Stop playing with my hopes.
Posted via CB10
Their actions should have been enough to tell you, you just refuse to believe what is blatantly obvious to almost everyone...
There will never be another BB10 device. There isn't anyone left to make one.
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You must enjoy walking around telling kids there's no Santa Claus.
Passport filter-evading the NSA Make BlackBerry Great Again!
Saw one of these 'in the wild' about a month ago. Looks quite nice, very slim.
Just like the Priv I'm getting one as soon as it is available on shop BlackBerry. This is the phone I was waiting to get my wife out of her GS5.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
I also took screen shots of the page as I knew they'd take it down fast when word got out.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
It also says it has a red notification led with NO mention of RGB led
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
I want the Mercury, or Rome... I want PBK!!!!
Posted via CB10
Finger print scanning? For the record, if your finger print gets compromised, there's no changing it...unlike a password.
This news of finger print scanning is a surprise to me.
Posted via CB10 and the BlackBerry Passport
Great news!! Looking forward to this device! But what's with the DTEK branding? Reminds me of those old D-tec-to bathroom scales from yesteryear... oh well, in any event, this will likely be my next phone. My Z30 is missing some key banking apps.
Posted via CB10
Well...if BlackBerry is releasing another phone, I sincerely doubt that they will announce their exit from the handset business at the end of the month. Keep up the good work BlackBerry!
Posted via BlackBerry Passport
This is "my" phone. Dont need snapdragon 821 or dual camera and the 300$ extra that Would has come Wi-Fi it.
This well eatablish snapdragon 820, fantastic display, light well designed Dtek 60 is for me.
The 50 price at 300$, expect to see 500$ for the 60
Posted via CB10
LOL!! I just had a flashback. I remember when my Gateway laptop had 18 GB hard drive!! Top of the line.
9000 > Q10 > Z10 >Z30>Z30>< Lumia950
Please rebrand Sony phones next : )
Yea. Start with a z5 compact mold.
Posted via CB10
BB10 for Life - Happy customer.
Pixel xl with dual boot OS... would be nice to have bb10 and android on the same phone.
:)
Posted via CB10
I just find it amazing that someone is stalking BlackBerry's servers to find this info. Blaze who is doing this and how are they doing it?
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
It looks great and I like it has no physical home button on the front.
Great specs.
Posted via my DTEK50
It's new phone design with three physical button or screen button. BlackBerry may consider to replace three button into one button or NO button.
BlackBerry *Z30*STA*100*6*BlackBerry
I'm telling you guys, the company it's going to be renamed or rebranded as "AndroBerry". LOL
Posted via CB10
More like "alcaberry" or "blackatel".
Posted via CB10
I think this is possibly a unique device and not one shared with other manufacturer. Specs don't align exactly with another device and the 21 mp camera could be the one on the priv. My feeling is this is a stand alone and assembled by alcetel or other
Again just a thought.
Posted via CB10
Keep going, waiting for that 'Mercury's to take over my PRIV :D
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
This device cannot come soon enough for me...Z30 is showing its wear. Looks great!
Posted via CB10
The red notification light makes a return on the DTEK60! If the cameras are good, and form factor attractive, I'll be getting one!
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
I have the DTEK50 and I find the white notification LED gets my attention surprising well.
Overall I'm very happy with the DTEK50.
I want this phone to replace my z30
Posted via CB10
As usual I bet BlackBerry drops the ball when pricing and tries to get $600-700 for it. Essentially making it doa.
Posted via CB10
Looking good. Will soon be saying goodbye to my trusted reliable Z30. Hello Dtek60 :).
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Oh here we go people gonna cry what it has then when the price is higher cause it's loaded with everything then they cry again
Posted From BlackBerry Priv
Another non-Verizon release?
Posted via CB10
Looks decent, they need to get the pice right, reason they releasing this now is because the 820 is done for the year and next year will be the 821 or something.
I don't know if il upgrade from my Priv.
Price needs to be right. I'm very happy with my pkb.
But hey, let's wait and see. We already know how this is, just play with the dtek and summarise it.
Posted from my BlackBerry Priv powered by Blackdroid
Same here.
Ride or die: PRIVelege-acy
Hey BlackBerry where the **** are the BB10 Devices?
I for my part don't want any Android Powered stuff.
CB10 and Z10, what a combination
None for this year. Try your luck next year.
*C5303
Lol...
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And I guess as per Blaze, they had 1 full touch and 2 PKB devices in their timeline. Anything went wrong with ur sources Mr.Blaze? No more power left with ur sources to make some surprise real entries?
PassportSQW100-1/10.3.2.2876
No one is going to buy this unless it's priced like the high end mid priced devices.
These guys are so out of touch
#whatisclassic
I guess u should atleast show the courtesy to wait until the price and phone to be officially announced before making that vague comment!
PassportSQW100-1/10.3.2.2876
Brilliant !! I hope they make it 5.2" , finger print sensor, 4-6gb ram, 128 or 256 GB memory, and the Passport SE design concept.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Blackberry have become re- branding corporation.
Posted via CB10
And sticking with the Alcatel phones.
Guess the price is right for BlackBerry when dealing with Alcatel.
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http://us.blackberry.com/smartphones/dtek50-by-blackberry/specifications...
The original link still works...! Starnge
Bump up the front camera to a 10 MP, that would be nice.
What? It has a 3.5mm head phone jack!!!
I'm only kidding. Looking forward to seeing this phone in person whenever it comes out.
Swiped via Priv
Here we go, can't wait to get my hands on one....
Probably my next device, despite my comment about fingerprint sensor.
I'm a big -old- boy; if I can choose not to use it, it's ok.
Why would you think you will 'have to' use a fingerprint sensor?
I haven't seen that sort of implementation anywhere unless you choose to do so
Z30STA100-2/10.3.2.2876
You mean you don't have one already?
Fingerprint sensor ? No, thanks.
No, given your preferred status, I thought that you might be testing the D60.
I'm not :) and if ever I was I wouldn't tell anyways ;)
So if they can brand blackberry over alcatel, why don't blackberry use Samsung galaxy s7 instead of alcatel?
Blackberry Passport soon to be upgraded to Argon.
Because Samsung has no reason to license their flagship designs to anyone. They sell plenty of them already.
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Samsung has so many galaxys, A series, C series, J series
Blackberry Passport soon to be upgraded to Argon.
Unlike BlackBerry and Alcatel, Samsung doesn't have an issue with selling their devices on their own. Samsung has absolutely no reason to dilute their brand by licensing their hardware to BlackBerry. Also Samsung already has Knox for security and it works with BES. They also would be selling the hardware to BlackBerry for less sales margin than would they would make by selling it themselves.
Sorry but that is the same **** likr DETEK 50!
Posted via CB10
So I guess its time to open the new section for DTEK60!! ***Firecrackers up in the air***
PassportSQW100-1/10.3.2.2876
Mmm I want to see it. Seems great
Posted via CB10
Sold!
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Is it me, or is just a coincidence that this just happened to be "leaked" following ALL the comments/questions about the release of the Argon and Mercury on Bl-aze's survey last week, on who has switched to a BlackBerry android and who is still committed to their BlackBerry OS10.
This not the first time BlackBerry - or any other companies - has conveniently leaked specs.
I believe they did it when they were about to release the Leap and the "Priv"-ate (proper name). But in the end, there was always changes made by the time the end product was released.
In the case of the "Priv"-ate, it was the OS and construction quality.
Posted via CB10
"Intuitive gesture based navigation"
Does this mean bb10 style navigation???????
If so then ima gonna get one for sure
No.
Can you explain the reason behind the huge difference in battery stats? (the most shocking being the standby time - 24 says for DTEK50 and 14 days for DTEK60! )
Z30STA100-2/10.3.2.2876
They'll probably give you 2 free battery chargers, lol
Sent from my 5 star BlackBerry Passport
Difference is the processor (820) which is sort of top of the line at the moment. Faster and more energy efficient. Actually 820 is what comes with most of current flagships, including Galaxy 7s, HTC10, etc.. Spec wise, DTEK 60 is def high end/flagship material..
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
The omission of the Blackberry logo will hurt the sales in South Africa, were Blackberry brand still hold some weight.
Now I am confused whether to buy the DTEK50 when it gets here or wait for the DTEK60. My fear on the latter is waiting forever. I want a Blackberry upgrade ASAP.
Posted via CB10
This is good news. Reminded me the time the Dtek50 went live before it was actually released on the blackberry. com website.
Am looking forward to fully pkb device though (rumoured Feb 2017). Can't wait...
Whatever it takes...
Even if its a reference design, I'm still really happy that new devices are coming to the market. Always puts a smile on my face when i see a new device in the store :)
This is the real upgrade that Z30 user Have been Waiting for I can't wait to get this
CB10
BB10 versions coming soon right?
Keep dreaming and it might happen BlackBerry is all Android from here So it's not going to happen
CB10
Yup. Any minute now. :D
*C5303
I thought it's having similar hardware to Z30 but again it's a rebranded tcl phone. Just waiting for mercury to show up.
Posted via CB10
I want wireless charging
PKB please......
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LCD screen or Super Amoled?
A little surprised by the battery stats (the difference between the DTEK50 and 60 stats given the 60 has a bigger screen and just about a 400 mAh bigger battery)
Could that be because of the processor in any way?
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AMOLED, look up the specs for the Alcatel Idol Pro 4, same phone.
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That is very good to hear
Also 60 comes with 820 processor which is most energy efficient...
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Good news. Hope they will sell it well this time. I don't know why people care so much about this finger print things?? Maybe be if they sell it well this time they will put more efforts on BB10.
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Since my Sony device was damaged by my kid I using 24/7 my Passport again . The Hub is better and I like the OS more and my company get back comapny cards if users don't have an Android device or no nfc. The device itself I hope they DO NOT bring it out without the silver line around . Specs seems good and should be the next Z30
I'm wondering about the 'intuitive gesture-based navigation'.
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It's standard 'upselling' speak. It's on the DTEK50 page too. Nothing special. - http://ca.blackberry.com/smartphones/dtek50-by-blackberry/specifications.html
Wish this device would come with a dual SIM version, this would have been my perfect device for the season
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Very simple to survive deal with samsung and put your logo. Like two minutes Maggie, BlackBerry phone is ready.
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The led is back *wohoooo*
Don't price it more than $399 please!
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My bet is $499
Yea I guess 399 would be really unlikely
Looks set for 499
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http://m.gsmarena.com/alcatel_idol_4_pro_with_windows_10_now_stars_in_li...
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Very interesting.
Passport filter-evading the NSA Make BlackBerry Great Again!
So this won't be some Alcatel etc crap right? Solid BlackBerry Style hardware? Very exciting. I'm ready to switch from bb10 for stats like this. Priv wasn't good enough.
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"Additionally, previous rumors had pegged this device as being a re-badged Alcatel Idol 4 Pro or TCL 950 and much like the DTEK50 when it was rumored, the specs from GFXBench would seem to match up here. To put it plainly, the DTEK60/Argon could be a larger, higher-specced DTEK50 with a fingerprint sensor."
You gonna be mad lol.
Why do people still use this as a complaint. Most every review I have heard is that it is actually a great pine, so what's the problem?
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BlackBerry Style? I wish!
http://www.gsmarena.com/blackberry_style_9670-3326.php
BB10 and I get it!
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Not gonna happen. Just keep stockpiling on seasoned BB10 devices and be contented with your Passports. :)
*C5303
They should really be more transparent about these things. A lot of people who bought the DTEK50 will now be ****** they didn't wait for this one. But there was never any real indication that a high end device would actually come.
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Right xD? I kept telling them so.
Well, if the DTEK50 owners are owners for a sort-of-significant amount of time, it likely won't be a big deal. This "leak" is baloney... this is the BlackBerry tease in classic issue. This wasn't leaked, or "oops'd"... they posted the page, on queue, has those that farm said "leaks" grab the info, then BlackBerry disappears.
There's no release date with this phone, that's been shown, correct? Right.
As frequently as some folks buy phones, (I, myself, not being a frequent phone-replacer) I doubt it will even register.
Good point, if there was a hint of WHEN the next Googloid data-miner was coming out... but there's not. And earnings are soon to be reported... as BlackBerry strings along those who desire an Android phone.
I'll keep my Passport. ;-)
I agree, I think its a leak by BlackBerry themselves to tell people there is a high range device getting released.
Everyone following BlackBerry till now should know there was a high end all touch device in the works. No excuse for them to be upset about jumping on DTEK50.
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whats the point of usb-C
It is double sided port,which unlike the current USB ports where you can only plug in the cable if it is lined up correctly, the USB-C port allows you to plug in your cable anyway which way.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/USB_Type-C
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What I the point without it?
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What is the point without it?
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USB-C will be able to replace the 3.5mm audio jack like Apple has done. Several Android phones have already done this, despite Apple wanting you to think they did it first with the lightening port
Well, having been on a few flights recently, it's useful to have a charging port and a separate audio port? Why? More planes are now equipped with power ports, but have removed the media screens on the back of seats. Passengers are expected to watch media through their own devices, like phones and tablets. With only one port, you'd need to carry an adapter to charge and listen to the media. Planes usually will have extra headsets available, but USB-C or Lightning port splitters? Good luck.
It's the standard.
Seems like BlackBerry is becoming the AMG of Android hardware manufacturers. And what happened to AMG...?
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AMG is still around. They are now owned by Mercedes and have a partnership with Aston-Martin and are still building high-performance racing engines.
You are thinking of AMC. They were ultimately acquired by Renault, then Chrysler, then trash-canned. They never had the money or production capabilities to compete. At one point, BlackBerry was the King.
I have a C63 AMG, a modern marvel if you ask me.
Anything AMC on the other hand is meh.
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Just take my money
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DTEK50 must have done well for BBRY to release another handset.
Happy for BBRY!
They haven't released it yet :p
They haven't released the DTEK50 globally even!
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I prefer 5.2inch than 5.5
Blackberry Passport soon to be upgraded to Argon.
Sigh, why not a keyboard device? BlackBerry is known for their excellent keyboards, yet they seem very keen on just making another Android slate.
The PKB model comes out early 2017.
Cool, any more info on this?
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It is called Blackberry Rome
How much is it?
Probably around £500-£550
Blackberry Passport soon to be upgraded to Argon.
Nah. I'll wait for mercury. Pkb all the way.
There are mirriads of better and cheaper android glass slabs
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Mercury has lower specs compared to this.
Blackberry Passport soon to be upgraded to Argon.
Argon has no PKB. that's the difference.
Cant wait
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Come on why not waterproof as well.
Blackberry Passport upgrade to Argon.
They have to be behind the curve on *something*, and the f2.0 camera wasn't enough so the beancounters took waterproofing off the table as well. I'll be happy if the fingerprint sensor and the camera focus are nano-second quick.
You just posted the question that I was wondering! My (adult) kids have both drowned cells, he did one, she did 2. So I really expected to at least see that feature even if they weren't trying to make a stand-out premium device. That actually kept my son on the fence for quite a while, he liked the Priv but for the same $ could get a drop, dust and water resistant S7 active. The only thing stopping him was the cost. But he's outdoors and in the field a bunch and he really wanted the security of the cell being fairly tough and harder to kill. Oh well, typical Chen, giving the consumer older tech and being surprised when it won't sell! They should have properly marketed BB 10 instead of letting only us loyalists even know it exists much less how well it works compared to the other OS choices!
I still totally shock most of the people when they see my "ancient, outdated" Q10 let me text 3 different threads, hold a phone conversation, use my calendar, stream audio and cruise online with 5 tabs open and smoothly let me switch back & forth to any app plus add in calculator, Gasbuddy app and I can pause to show pictures stored on the 128GB card!
The itoys can't do it at all and most droids barely swallow half of the load. My Q10 does it all day every day! Sorry, I'll get off the soap box now! I am just saddened that BB10 could have been a major player if only the market actually was created properly! I had to teach AT&T reps that the Q10 even existed when new and ALL tried to convert me to switch from day one and on every encounter for last 3 years.
Just my $.02, YMMV ! ;-) sent via my Q10
Hey scubafan, you wrote exactly what I was thinking. Can't tell you the number of times I've impressed people with what my Z30 can do. And their response, invariably " I thought BlackBerry went belly up." So sad.
However there is little joy in crying over spilt milk.
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