As expected, more of the BlackBerry Priv preloaded apps have been updated and, this time around, it's the BlackBerry Launcher. With this update, Priv owners will now have the ability for apps to be separated into Recent, Personal, and Work plus, you can set a default home screen of your choosing. If that's not enough, pop-up widgets now enabled by default and apps installed on the SD card and more. Have a look at the full list.
What's New
- Default view for apps now separated into Recent, Personal, and Work.
- While in overview mode, the "home" panel can be set to any available panel, and panels can be deleted by pressing down on them for several seconds.
- Can now flick to remove application shortcuts from the home screen.
- Pop-up widgets now enabled by default.
- Improved overlays to provide users with more information on app locations, launcher settings, pop-up widgets, and the productivity tab.
- Apps installed on the SD card will be grayed out if the card is removed to let the user know it's still around but inaccessible.
The update is live right now on the Google Play Store, so be sure to get it downloaded and check it out. As always, if you spot anything else that has changed that wasn't noted, let us know in the comments. Next up, should be that March security update soon.
Reader comments
BlackBerry Launcher update allows you to set a default home screen and remove apps with a flick
There's just a wee bit of strife here in the Crackberry community these days, it seems. Does everyone forget the Priv is made by the company you support so vigorously?
- just an observation from an outsider (who is curious about the Priv)
The Priv gets more tempting every day. Get that price down around $600 and we're talking.
Very bad update. Was going fine and happy before the update
Priv
Yep, hope this new update improves things.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Got a new update today. The update a couple of days ago was horrible. Lag, and crash. The new update is actually fast and so far no freezing / crashing.
Posted via BlackBerry Priv
Issuing temporary bans might get people rethinking twice about bashing platforms they don't support...people like me appreciate all things blackberry, whether it's bb10, android, or legacy OS's, but it's a hard thing to stay on these forums when you have consistent bashing in the threads...something must be done about it. I feel like I'm in grade school with bullies in this forum
Posted via CB10
I have same priv problem compounded with the discharge problem noted on another feed. Everything was perfect and snappy before the update a few days ago.
Launcher is very slow and laggy
Phone always hot, main user blackberry services
When i plug in and charge, phone actually discharges, even on an official blackberry charger
When i plug into aftermarket 2.1a charger, still discharges
Tried rebooting, no apps running, still discharges
Battery lasts about 2-3 hrs
Have to turn priv off when not using. Having to use my other q5 as backup just now.
6 email accounts (3 exchange, 3 imap accounts, plus whatsapp running)
I hope blackberry resolve this in the march update (keep checking every half day for it) as it has turned my perfect priv into unusable phone
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Wish this didn't make my priv launcher slow and buggy
Posted via the CrackBerry App for BlackBerry Priv
Can someone describe what the "improved overlay" feature is all about? First of all, what's an overlay?
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
It's not on the play store lol
Posted via CB10
I assume that ppl who r using bb priv have never used an android before. Like by the time bb priv was released and with all its 2014 specs its a ****** phone. Wt I loved about it is physical keyboard and good battery. Other than that it feels like an android with an empty soul ( there is no exclusive apps for blackberry except hub!!!!). Phone has a **** old processor that was in htc m8 2014 and samsung s5 2014. So **** poor selfie camera and so on. To be honest I am using 2 phones blackberry passport and samsung s6 edge. So I thought that by buying the priv I will get rid of the 2 phones thingy. But samsung screen looked sharper, brighter and felt more valuable than priv's. I never felt that priv screen is QHD. And it gets tooooo **** hottttt. And with that poor selfie camera, I had to keep on using samsung for snapchat lol. Did I forget to mention that 70% of apps are not compatible with priv?? I tried to install lots of music and gallery apps because priv doesn’t have an original one. Non of them worked probably including google music and google photo.
So let's make it straight. Bb priv is a good phone but it will never compete with flagship phones and its overpriced. It might be suitable if it was a midrange price to compete with phones that have same midrange specs. I mean I wouldn't get a phone with 2 years old specs and then put it in the market as a competitor to those **** great phones like samsung s7, lg g5, htc m10.
I had to make a decision wither to stick to that old phone and regret leaving bb 10 for the rest of my life or just keep using my bb passport and change my s6 edge with newer and better device. So here I am typing from bb passport and never been happier.
How one more thing. For those who r using bb passport. You will never feel comfortable using that tiny lame keyboard on the priv. The experience with passports keyboard is the best ever. I am not a hater but I am expressing my bad experience with a phone that earned my disappointment.
Peace
Posted via CB10
I'll just say that if you're complaining about a buggy phone and then citing the S6, you're not going to convince a lot of people that you know what you're talking about.
Sell the Priv, blow your load on the S7 (should I say S5 2.0?), keep your Passport. Be happy.
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My priv doesn't lag, now the z30 I upgraded from actually lagged
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Please . Blackberry unlovers, use another forums to spit on it. there are plenty of it. Leave as other to have clean communication about topic of post.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Problems with new PRIV update. After update my priv is very slow responding. 3,4,5 seconds. Touch is not repsonding very often. Everything is slowerr. Receiving mail in hub also not getting until I open hub. i tried to restar couple of times but still same behavior.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Perhaps it's now less laggy...
Perhaps the camera opens without delay now...
Perhaps the battery lasts....
This was the worst android phone I've ever owned
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
All androids lag lol its like putting a lip stick on a pig, it's still a pig lol
Posted via CB10
What would you cite as the best Android phone you've ever owned?
I don't understand all the Priv and Android hate, and I use a Passport. When BB10 launched I don't recall disparaging comments asking for a separate portal or website from the BBOS folks. There is room enough under the tent for all.
Ah weil wo cares about all those rants. My Priv works fabulous. So what? ;)
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Hmm when I search for BlackBerry Launcher in the Play Store and even on my Priv nothing comes up.
Why can't I get it? Thanks for any insight.
It's the stock launcher on your phone.
I notice that if you press the dots to go to different app pages on the home screen a number appears telling you which one you pressed. Not sure if that was already there or not.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Guys, have you told yourself, for a moment, that Blackberry 10 is not generating almost any news lately, no updates, no "NEW APP making their way to...", no new devices, so, what are expecting to read in Crackberry? Priv is Blackberry and Crackberry is about Blackberry, so chill out and enjoy what is still left of our beloved Blackberry!
People are still in the denial stage of grief about the impending death of BB10.
Echoing some previous comments... Priv posts belongs to Android central or xda-developers
Posted via CB10
Why? Last I checked my Priv said BlackBerry at the top of the phone.
Oh wait, is that a mistake? Did BlackBerry not make the Priv? Am I missing something?
Posted from my Priv
Yes you are missing something...it's called intelligence. You don't see people with Samsung phones in a Samsung blog now do you? Nor do you see people with HTC phones at an HTC Blog. No, they are at Android Central Where they and YOU belong.
Posted via CB10
The only one lacking intelligence appears to be you.
1) I see people in Samsung blogs all the time - check out http://www.sammobile.com sometime. HTC fans hang out at http://htcsource.com.
2) Priv is a BlackBerry - you can pretend otherwise, but you're only fooling yourself.
3) CrackBerry is for ALL things BlackBerry - AtHoc, Secusmart, Good, BES12, Priv, BB10, even BBOS devices.
Maybe all of these Priv haters should create a BB10 blog - they can go there and talk about all the great new features coming in 10.3.3 and 10.3.4, and those great BB10 devices that're going to be released this year.
I don't dislike BB10 but that was a solid burn by Pygmy
Yikes! It's gotten even uglier here than it did during the BBOS to BB10 transition :(
The sad thing is loyalists on both sides are in the same boat. BB10 seems to be fading away but the Priv hasn't saved BlackBerry either and seems likely just as 'dead' as BB10 by all accounts.
Hopefully we'll be able to find some kind of balance and keep Crackberry running on some level even after the handset division is gone.
BlackBerry: we're going software so we're killing BlackBerry 10. We'll still make devices for Android though. Let's see if this brand can move devices without any app gap. In a last ditch effort kind of way. Like come on it 'runs the Google'.
Posted via CB10
We haven't seen sales numbers for the Priv yet. I think it will do better than the doom-and-gloomers are predicting, especially on Verizon. We shall see.
LOL! Guys I am as Team BlackBerry As anyone but..itsover. I mean you can't even buy a Z30 from Shop BlackBerry. We are just playing sweet music on Titanic. Chen is not miraculously give us OS 10.4 and a new device. The BEST you can hope for is that the Android venture does not fail and they improve functionality. But since I don't see Vienna I think that may be too much to ask for. Handwriting is on the wall folks.
Posted via CB10
VZW is still selling the Z30. At least here on the East Coast US NYC metro area
Posted via CB10
Chen is giving us 10.3.4, if you think he isn't, check this recent tweet of Mr chen.
https://mobile.twitter.com/JohnChen/status/697628434504163328
Posted via CB10
It doesn't make "since" for developers to spread resources to cover a platform where the ROI is null........Blackberry has been on life support since the Q10 but even before that....Blackberry appeals to a certain maturity, one the majority do not have. People want "apps" etc... and that's it. This product just doesn't appeal to the masses they are foolish to try and win over that crowd AND still holler "security" lmao that's rich......I have my classic on my second line, I use it for e-mails, occasional phone call or text. But I use it mainly for its simplicity, however I no longer use a tablet so a BB10 device couldn't be my primary device. The android ecosystem provides me with movies, TV shows, apps, etc....you don't get a blackberry for that. Not to mention the keyboard priv is great engineering but the keyboard is less than appealing, and where is android marshmallow.
I use Nexus 6P for stock, and BB10. The two can never be meshed as one. They serve two different purposes.
JĂ© Be....Here But Gone...
Looks like there's a bug with the latest BlackBerry Launcher update. Keeps crashing and restarting. Many others are experiencing this based on the Google Play Store reviews. Had to switch launchers to be able to use my Priv.
I support blackberry regardless if it's bb10 or Android. I prefer bb10, but It's out of my hands.
Posted via CB10
I'm done with the priv too andriod blows waiting to see what 2 new bb10 devices come out this year and by priv pos miss my passport... at least add flick to close apps clear all button is stupid same with hitting small x to close
Posted From BlackBerry Priv
You just flick them aside..... Try it.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Then come back and say you are sorry lol
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
@B1aze and other Crackberry writers keep the articles coming! I appreciate them.
Don't listen to the 'can't make them happy with anything crew'.
A bunch of whiners. Grow Up! Then don't click on the article and bash Priv. Get a grip and deal with it. 'Don't anything nice to say Don't say anything at all'
If this the way Blackberry is going to survive so be it. There's a lot of talk about the Priv on social media i.e. Instagram tons of Blackberry interest and people commenting they what the device. They even have a gold device now.
Long Live Blackberry in any form.
Posted via CB10
Sad that BlackBerry is putting all this effort into a losing angle.
Efforts to promote and develop BB10 would be much better spent.
Posted via CB10
I think it's a good thing! They are showing that they can keep up with the os and have also that they have something to offer to costumers who are willing to buy their products
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
While in overview mode, the "home" panel can be set to any available panel, and panels can be deleted by pressing down on them for several seconds.
How does this work trying to figure it out but find I'm having trouble?
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
RIP BlackBerry
LG stole the show with the LG G5
Those Modules!!!!
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Another android
Posted via CB10
Well hello there, Captain Obvious! ;)
*ME173X
Well hello there, pathetic, childish attention seeker! ;)
Yay I got your attention as well! Sucker! ;)
*A3-A20
Anybody has the BB launcher has stopped working error?
It keeps crashing after the update
Zz
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Did you change the app draw order? I changed mine to newest or alphabetical then the launcher stopped working. I restarted my phone in safe mode, made sure the setting was reset to Default and now I've restarted in normal boot mode it seems fixed... for the moment.
Same happened to me. Switched to a different launcher until a new build/patch is released.
Yep. Pretty major bug. My solution was uninstall updates but that nuked my desktop completely.
Would like to see change an individual icon!
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
My launcher continuously crashes, has anyone else seen this?
so??
This PRIV thing belongs to the Androidcentral not here so I find this like molesting BlackBerry10 page and mistreatment of BlackBerry10 users
The Priv is a BlackBerry whether you accept it or otherwise.
Crackberry is a BlackBerry forum, not solely a BB10 forum.
Love it or leave it. :)
*C5303
You are absolutely wrong. Crackberry is for BB10. It's the software stupid. You don't see Samsung users in a Samsung blog do you? No, they are at Android Central where you belong.
Posted via CB10
Pretty sure if you asked Bla1Ze (or Kevin, since he created CrackBerry), they'd tell you CrackBerry is for all things BlackBerry - this includes BES, Good, AtHoc, Secusmart, AND Priv..
Spot on. BB10 fanboys think Crackberry world should only revolve around BB10.
*A3-A20
BB10 funboy think that Android phone should be in Androidcentral
Lol did you hit your head before posting? Better get that checked. :)
*A3-A20
The only reason why blackberry users on crackberry is bb10...I don't care if they make cara...once bb10 dies completely most of us will erase crackberry app and never get back on the site....most of us are here because of the os...we all used android so it's not new os or anything to be excited about..we rather use iPhone instead
Posted via CB10
Wow this is exactly right.
I've forayed into Android and tried custom launchers before, and out of the thousands available, they never addressed the overall clunky experience for me.
In honesty if I were to buy an android phone I would go with something with fantastic tech for the money such as the Sony Xperia range (last time I looked).
If I ever have to abandon the BB OS altogether, then I would have no reason to use this app or go to Crackberry.com.
Posted via CB10
Remember when BB10 came out, and people complained that everything was about the newest product and no love for OS7? That's the same thing that is happening now. I just hope they continue to support the priv if I get it.
Posted via CB10
Out of curiosity, have the number of BB10 users yet surpassed the number of BBOS users?
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Like AppReview said
BB10 is OS, Android is OS, iOS is OS, and Windows is OS
And then you have CrackBerry then Androidcentral then iMore then Windows Central... Main page split on four subcategories devoted to their OS
So, Blackberry switch from BB10 to Android and it's logical that from Priv, or from now on, all news and other things should be on Androidcentral because Priv runs Android. And if I'm interested about Android device I will go and check Androidcentral... So how I see things is that they try to infiltrate Android phone in here just because it's a BlackBerry device and I find that wrong and they should find them self some space in Androidcentral office because my perception of this four sister pages is that they are about OS and not device otherwise they will have page for every single decent mobile phone manufacturer like GSMArena or something
Z30 BB10 OS... not Android
... and look at this guy J. Caloy (YouTube channel "ItsmeJC") ... he was excellent with his review of BB10 and you just have to see his latest clip about Priv. He totally switch story from previous video about BB10 efficiency to new BB device Priv specification but he don't talk about Priv OS because he has nothing to say about efficiency comparing to BB10. Mister Chen ruin his passion and from now on he will talk just about phone spec. like every other Android reviewer so if this continue this way CrackBerry will become an Android II page and they will remain second which is devastating fact
My FIRST BlackBerry device was a PlayBook. My first smartphone was an iPhone 3G.
My first BlackBerry smartphone was the Z10 which replaced an iPhone 4S. I chose this for BB10 and the replaceable battery. I had been hoping to use BB10 apps but they were never developed or updated from BBOS7.
Even with the Android runtime I found it difficult to install the android apps.
I have just bought a Priv to redress this and for the most part I like it and this is the first android phone I've owned. There are things that I miss from the BB10 hub which I can get along without such as the Priority Hub.
My Z10 accessory external battery charging pack still works with the Priv.
As far as CrackBerry is concerned it shouldn't be reserved for BB10 only. The Priv belongs in BOTH CrackBerry being a BlackBerry product AND Androidcentral as an android product.
CrackBerry is there for OS7, PBOS, BB10, BlackBerry android owners and if they were to produce one; iOS or Windows 10 owners IMHO.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
I'm an Android user but I'm currently using a Z30. I love the Z30 but the dearth of apps is a major minus. PRIV is. A marriage made in heaven and I'm definitely going to be buying that device in no time.
Can we get a video for these pls?, I have default, newest and recent for apps view?, and not sure about the rest.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
What's with all these childish comments? Anyone know how to get these features working? Am struggling to figure out how to make any launcher changes.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
You can tap on the home screen, then tap on the home icon on top to set your preferred home page! For the apps drawer by setting to default it'll show your most used (that's what I saw others saying, might be wrong though)
Posted with my BlackBerry Passport
Play store shows 100,000-500,000 installs.
We would need more than ten times the amount...if somebody knows what I mean.
Posted via CB10
How come I can't get a McPizza at McDonald's anymore?
How come I can't get "The new Coke" anymore?
Why did Pepsi stop selling Pepsi Clear?
Posted via CB10
Why are you so off topic?
Why does your reply make no real contribution to the subject?
Why am I replying to this comment?
Why am I wishing you a good day?
....... WHY?
Posted via CB10 on my ClassicSQC100-1/10.3.2.2876
I'm just as annoyed with these threads. Every Priv news update always becomes a "why don't they do anything for BB10?" It would be nice if an article like this had comments only related to the actual topic. I'd like to read about what users find in the update and how it's making the phone better. People are just babies when it comes down to it. There's nothing new to update about BB10. If you want that, there's an open forum to start your own topic about how blackberry's decisions ruin your life. I just got sucked in to the dumb debate when I should have left it well enough alone.
Posted via CB10
Lol don't take them seriously. Lots of dejected BB10 fanboys these days. Almost feel sorry for them.
Almost. :)
*C5303
Indeed... people take bad news differently..
Also, it could be because they see so much prospects for BB10 that was never truly promoted the way the Priv appears to be over promoted. It's fair to say that's it jealousy and shear astonishment as to the effort BlackBerry is placing into this device and wished that effort was placed on their own OS!
But, the long short of it.. I believe people have a right to be upset. So, I support both their views, yours and that stupidly of BlackBerry (to some extent.. as I still believe they should have stuck to their own... BUT, hey... I digress)
Posted via CB10 on my ClassicSQC100-1/10.3.2.2876
I LOVED McPizza...
Posted via PRIV by BlackBerry
You should go to McDonald's and order it. I read there are still a few that carry it. They stopped making toppings for it. I guess everybody is just going to more well known pizza places. I call them PizzaSheep.
Posted via CB10
It's sad to see a BlackBerry being divided......only with Blackberry not in other phone. So make up your mind BB10 or Android? Is the same fate going to happen to BlackBerry with BB10 just like the PlayBook? Only time will tell....
Posted via CB10
It has already been determined by BlackBerry's silence and all BlackBerry 10 developers being layed off that the answer is : YES.
Posted via CB10
Any video run through of the update features?
Posted via CB10
Exactly
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Lol, blackberry would fail without the priv. All you people in the comment area getting angry over the right business decision (to come out with an Android device) make no sense. At least blackberry hasn't totally killed off OS10. What you should be hoping for is that they continue with both Android and OS10 to build the blackberry brand really soon since they might not be able to continue with both operating systems for very long at this rate. OS 10 wasn't winning anyone over so it's what will get axed from a business standpoint.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
So when will see the marshmallow 6.01) update for priv!!??
Posted via CB10
When will we**
Posted via CB10
Soon I believe. I mean I don't see why so many people are making a big deal about Marshmallow since most of the Android phones people now have doesn't even run Marshmallow. People are still using 5.0
Posted via CB10
There is a rumour over at BlackBerryCentral that it's currently under carrier testing, Matthew Ball of BlackBerry Australia mentioned.
The Priv is androud crap. BB10 rocks!
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BB10 is dead. Stop stalking/bashing on Android/Priv threads/articles. It's pathetic.
*C5303
Johnny Bravo, do you have any idea why people are doing this or are you in a little bubble?
Posted via CB10
When is the BB10 Os update coming???
  
Soon, as usual.
*C5303
So much jealousy
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
All hands on deck for the Priv... what ya mean ya still doing updates for BB10! That's so last year... place that code in the Playbook draw.. now GET MOVING ON THE PRIV!
Shame on you BlackBerry. Dying on ya knees! Fools!!
Posted via CB10 on my ClassicSQC100-1/10.3.2.2876
Non sense Crackberry. Doesn't have anything to post apart from giving out user manual on third class Priv.
Posted via CB10
Got an issue? Here's a tissue! ;)
*C5303
A hemorrhoidal tissue issue.
Now that kind of launcher would rock my classic, so I wouldn't need to use awesome launcher all the time, which doesn't even exist in the play store anymore, but only in BlackBerry world. :P
Typed using my BlackBerry Classic running 10.3.2.2876 on WINDmobile HSPA+
Keep it up blackberry. Amazing features that makes my hopes rise even more for the success of blackberry and it will once again be the leader of of em all. #priv
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Is there more direction to explain what this actual means?
I don't think BlackBerry 10 owners and users like myself should look at BlackBerry's Android product adversely. If you own an Android product other than the Priv as I do then you know how it works with update after update after update after annoying update. And just think perhaps with BlackBerry's Android knowledge they will update the runtime and we can remain happy BlackBerry 10 users. One can wish right?
The newest member....Cobalt Classic
They are making their exclusives available to all even if not a Priv owner. Are we going to see the original BB VKB on Playstore too? And the Hub? If that so, no one will buy BlackBerry anymore. Where are your patents? BlackBerry will just be an app developer.
I hope I'm saying the wrong thing!
Blackberry Pilipinas
You can get all the blackberry android guff on any android device, no need for a priv.
Posted from my passport not 'running the google'
No you can't, not without patching them and even then many will still not work. Google Play Services is needed no matter what cobalt does. 99% of people don't know how or want to patch or side load apks. Even after patching and using in BB10 the Apps are slow and don't have all the available functionality.
As for you BB10 loyalists, it is time to understand that BlackBerry won't be developing BB10 beyond 10.3.3. That is your final stop folks so deal with it. They will support it but that's it.
Not sure why the BB10 loyalists are commenting on Priv forums ? Android users don't troll your BB10 forums. It comes across as if you guys are very insecure.
Posted from my Priv
Don't jump to conclusions about our reasons. I know BlackBerry hasn't announced anything about BB10 after 10.3.3, but they haven't announced the end of support for BB10 either, so some people can always hope for some updates.
Most likely they will support it for a while for governments and enterprises, but the lack of update will push people to Android.
Posted via CB10 with my PassportSQW100-1/10.3.2.2876.
I have a nexus 5 with it all running nicely, have you tried any?
Posted from my passport not 'running the google'
Not sure you read my comment correctly..... nice rant tho hahaha
Posted from my passport not 'running the google'
I think you got it backwards. He was referring to pirating the Priv Play Store APKs to run on other Android devices.
True. I don't think it's a bad thing though. BlackBerry is known to have rock solid software and if that strategy (being predominantly software oriented) keeps them afloat, kudos.
So sad, Blackberry you have lost your way.
I'll wait for Vienna! If BB10 is going to die. But for Now, still enjoying the awesomeness of my Z and Q 10 :)
Blackberry Pilipinas
Nova Launcher is just so much better, and requires way less permissions.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
As much as I dislike Priv over BB10 devices, I really want the Priv to be a hit so that BlackBerry can start making money to push out more BB10 devices and possibly a new OS. BlackBerry used to be the king of phones and it's time the king takes his throne back.
Posted via CB10
If they do well with the Priv it will only accelerate the death of BB10.
Miss BB10 but absolutely love the Priv. Used to have to carry two devices for Uber and apps, now all in one!
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
There is no coming back. Chen turned the BlackBerry brand into a zombie brand. A shell of its former self.
Posted via CB10
Nice, maybe I should get a Samsung & install this.
Posted via CB10
Your pirated software will look nice on the Samsung
Posted via PRIV by BlackBerry
of all things a shamesung?
get Moto instead
Posted via my Zed 10 Vader
Does this home screen setting mean we can make the home screen the "running apps" page from android, but in tiles mode - such that we emulate the bb10 experience?
Posted via CB10
You can already create all the icons on the home screen even before the update. Only change here is you can specify which screen to be the "home", when you press the circle key, in the older version it's always the leftmost page.
Not if you own a priv
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
WTF...nothing on BB10. BlackBerry lack utter direction.
 CA Governor on Passport SE 
BB10 is dead.
*C5303
Just go away you douchie!! If its dead then why I am I replying to your rubbish on my BlackBerry Passport?
John Chen shame on you..better negotiate with major app devs ...because I can't live without the beast....BlackBerry Passport
So if I grab an old school Nokia Flip Phone and text you, does that mean that Symbian Isnt dead? What about a Web OS Phone? BB10 failed because Dev's were lazy. It wasn't marketing, it wasn't the phones, it was lazy devs who only wanted to develop for 2 OS's. Web OS, Tizen, Windows Phone, BB10, all good OS's with no dev support.
Don't forget. Blackberry did this to themselves when they lost all that market share. They will be okay. Chen will make it work.
Posted via CB10
Why bash here? Too quiet in the BB10 forums? :)
*C5303
So he responds about a BB10 comment on a PRIV article and he is the "douchie".... B10 fanboys at their best!
You continuously troll and don't like negative comments back... grow up!
Posted via PRIV by BlackBerry
Now, here comes again a bunch of ****** who say BB10 is dead. Go, get a life son! No company sells a device claiming it to be dead.
Posted via CB10
Go back to your dustbin BB10 threads/blogs. :)
*C5303
Don't feed the troll...
Posted via CB10 with my PassportSQW100-1/10.3.2.2876.
Don't fear the reaper. ;)
*ME173X
Just go to android central u won't see android haters lol...it's like advertising android on Windows big center lol...ppl stuck with bb10 because most of us used android and we don't like it...I've used all types of Android and I rather use z10 lol
Posted via CB10
Are there any news for any other devices besides the Priv anymore?
Cartman says: Nothing Due To Censorship
As soon as I upgrade my BlackBerry 10 smartphone I will no longer be using the Crackberry app.
Posted via CB10
Default view just seems to be recent at the top then under is everything else.... I don't see a third category. Is there a setting to enable the work category?
I love the flick to remove shortcuts. Phone is just getting better and better!
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Looks like we have to change the setting in the app launcher to "default" in order to have the top ten most used app separate from the rest of the apps listed in alphabetical order.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
I just wish this launcher supported landscape, would have been awesome. Already installed it on every Android phone in the house, just need landscape for my tab! Keep on rocking BlackBerry!
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Priv=Playstore =monthly security updates...............come on blackberry why not just keep with all the loyal BB10 customers and give us what we want, none of this BlackBerry run by Droid rubbish opps sorry powered by Droid. The Force is not stong in this one Darth Chen!
Posted via my magical Passport, keeping the dream alive Scotland Aye!
I have a priv because there are required apps I need that are not available on bb10. Side loading isn't viable and don't have time to tinker with multiple app stores, installs, Bar files from various sources, searching forums, etc. I also have a z30, trying to hold on but it's not looking good.
Posted via CB10
then BB10 isn't for you OR the developer of that app is a fandroid if he doesn't support BB10 knowing it's a hit in the enterprise world
Posted via my Zed 10 Vader
I was thinking the same thing, and I don't even own a Priv.
Posted via CB10 Powered by  QNX
This features deserves a hands-on video. Bla1ze could you guys make it happen? Thanks.
PassportSQW100-1/10.3.2.2639
That sounds like a great idea.
Posted via CB10
Uh, which one? lol.
Everyone？
Posted via CB10
A video showing the features of the updated launcher would not only help Priv owners but also be a great way to showcase the Priv to prospective buyers. Hopefully someone makes one.
I second this
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Also show how the bbm video and screen share features are working.
Posted via CB10
BlackBerry should have gone Android sooner it would have been a different story for the handset division. Better late than never, keep coming with those updates. Enjoying the Priv.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
It's still an androud...earlier android Were terrible anyways lol kit Kat hahaha that was the worst os ever....google made it look good...
Posted via CB10
Thanks. I went to update and the play store already updated it. This priv works well. Now for the March security update.
Posted via CB10
BlackBerry is really putting all in on the PRIV, go BlackBerry
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Priv is a sick touchscreen with sad physical keyboard
Posted By Secure BB10.3
Then don't pull it out... ;-P
•   There's a Crack in the Berry right now...   •
Sorry mate but you're jealous. BlackBerry 10 is dead and still dying like a zombie hahahaha. That first part was typed on the vkb... now I'm on the pkb. Gotta love choice huh? Lol. Long live BlackBerry. Long live Android.
Posted via the BlackBerry Priv®
Haha, funny to see confused souls, having the trouble to type on both the vkb and pkb of the Analdroided PRIV
Posted via CB10
Funnier to see ****-hurt BB10 fanboys on Android/Priv-related blogs/threads.
*C5303
Maybe remove the physical keyboard and shave 200$ off the cost of phone. Then there will be real choice.
Posted via CB10
I used the priv and is no different than other lagging android phones...I used it for a month and the phone heats up....android UI is so childish.... iPhone is smooth like bb10 so I can't hate
Posted via CB10
Waiting for cobalts version.....
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
I SOOOO WANT that launcher.
Typed using my BlackBerry Classic running 10.3.2.2876 on WINDmobile HSPA+
Down with the Priv only want BlackBerry10!!
Posted via my magical Passport, keeping the dream alive Scotland Aye!
I'll 2nd that,so motion carried...Booo!!Priv!!
Posted via my magical Passport, keeping the dream alive Scotland Aye!
Crack berry, you guys need to seriously consider creating two different home portals in your application. One for BlackBerry 10 and the other for Android based BlackBerry. Sad to say,There's a lot confusion happening around lately. Until you guys don't implement this, you would find a lot of hate speech on the PRIV and vice versa.
The BB10 followers are not interested in the PRIV based android news at all! So why not make peace by creating two different tabs under the home section. Hope you can seriously consider this.
Posted via CB10
Totally agree, set up a different portal for "Priv" so we don't have to see it or maybe just put it on Android Central?
Posted via my magical Passport, keeping the dream alive Scotland Aye!
The PRIV is on Android Central.....
But the PRIV is old news over there. And there is just so much going on right now with what happened at MWC, the new devices and the rest of the Android World. A fringe device like the PRIV just gets lost.....
Eventually the BB10 guys will get over their anger about BB10 coming to an end.....
Maybe just scroll past it...
No, that would be too easy!
What is confusing... if you don't want to read PRIV articles then STOP opening them and STOP being a troll on anything PRIV related.
You want crackberry to create a new app, just for BB10 users so they can read one article a week until BB10 has no more news? How about they make another app for BBOS7 because why not waste more resources on failed Operating systems!
Posted via PRIV by BlackBerry
The BlackBerry App Roundups are the worst for this confusion.
Often enough you have to get to the end of the article to discover which OS the application is for.
Posted via CB10
I was never confused and before I posted this I just checked the latest one. Each app is broken down into a small blurb which is easy to figure out the OS.
NOT TO MENTION that each app has a picture of a Z30 or a PRIV.... Rocket science wasnt required to figure out which OS the app is for lol
Posted via PRIV by BlackBerry
But its sooooo difficult! How are we supposed to know what device it is based solely off of a picture? Get this Priv-roid news outta here.
/s
Posted from my awesome Priv
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
These people would say that you're part of the problem.
Posted via CB10
http://m.webosnation.com/
Posted via PRIV by BlackBerry
Well said!
Posted via my BlackBerry Priv
Totally agree with your comment. I am also blackberry supporter. I love BlackBerry 10 but the number of BB10 supporters are not enough to keep BlackBerry financially profitable. I can understand why John Chen have to attract Android additional supporters to gain the extra revenue. People who love apps in Android and IOS, will be hard to join the BB10 device. Between IOS and Android, BlackBerry only have Android. To make Android BlackBerry device like PRIV to look like completely BB10 is not #1 priority in view of limited software developer resources as they want to attract Android user with new device with additional features from BlackBerry security, excellent typing experience and wonderful email environment. With this revenue, they are hoping to stay financial positive. This is my opinion what BlackBerry is trying to do. We should provide support and minimize grumble .
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
I disagree, post was clearly titled, yet people who are not interested commented on it anyway, hater gonna hate, or whatever the kids are saying these days
I disagree, post was clearly marked yet people who were not interested commented anyway haters gonna hate, or whatever the kids are saying these days
I don't think he is only referring to this one post as part of the confusion
Posted via CB10
+1000, I was referring to multiple posts that appear simultaneously. A few BB10 and then a few more android news, all being mixed up! The App round up is another thing, where we have to scroll down to the end, only to realise that was for another platform ( android) and not for bb10. To check the individual pictures displayed for a each and every app is not the way its supposed to be.
At least make a colour scheme, to differentiate between the BB10, android and general BlackBerry news!
Posted via CB10
Lol! RIP BB10.
*C5303
Why are you so keen on applauding the (alledged, rumoured) demise of a mobile OS?
:-)))
•   There's a Crack in the Berry right now...   •
Don't mind that loony head. He is into junkroid so much he even screams in ****** if you praise that trashy OS.
John Chen shame on you..better negotiate with major app devs ...because I can't live without the beast....BlackBerry Passport
Can't stand the heat? Get out of the kitchen. ;)
*C5303
Don't worry, nobody's gonna talk about the ***** err..the Priv later this year. It will slowly fade into the sunset. Meanwhile, BB10 will get an update (10.3.4).
Posted via CB10
Sorry but your dreaming ... Update of what bro??
Nothing??? Update about safety ? because no apps no support no nothing any more in BB 10 just move on like everyone will do we have where to Priv at least its Blackberry!
The Priv has had more updates in the last month than OS10 has had in the last year.
Posted via my BlackBerry Priv
lagdroid needs updates because it's a *** os with issues
BB10 and WP don't need a million updates to fix basic problems
Posted via my Zed 10 Vader
As of now, two updates are going to come for bb10. A recent tweet from Mr John Chen :)
https://mobile.twitter.com/JohnChen/status/697628434504163328
Posted via CB10
Not really ecstatic about it. Just enjoy yanking the chains of BB10 fanboys that bash on Android and Priv threads/topics. ;)
*C5303
Careful, all 4 of them might gang up on you.
Posted via my BlackBerry Priv
We call that a troll on the Internets
Z30STA100-5/10.3.2.2876
Likewise, if you don't like the Priv, don't participate in its articles. It's simple really. No one wants to hear why the Priv sucks on an article about a launcher.
Posted via CB10
Because with the retirement of OS10, BlackBerry can focus on the road ahead which has nothing to do with legacy operating systems that less than 1% of the world uses. I mean seriously, think about that just for a minute.
Posted via my BlackBerry Priv
This trash blew in when BlackBerry opened the door to Android. Now we have all these knuckleheads in here that can't participate in adult conversation.
Posted via CB10
Another one? No dinner for you. Go to your room! ;)
*A3-A20
No such RIP unless you let it RIP loud as ****!
Typed using my BlackBerry Classic running 10.3.2.2876 on WINDmobile HSPA+
Made my evening seeing both posts and had an honest good chuckle. I am 100% in agreement with your sentiments.
Posted from my glorious Z30!
Agreed with first poster. He is first and therefore correct.
Posted via CB10
this is such a stupid comment. bb10 is done and live with it. either get priv or see blackberry getting out of the phone business. i bought mine, i love it and i am happy with it. i bought out right no contract and i am extra happy.