BlackBerry is spreading the love this Valentine's Day with discounts at ShopBlackBerry on the Priv and Passport in the U.S. and UK. If you're interested in the Android-powered Priv, you can grab the smartphone for $650 (a $50 discount) in the U.S., or £529 in the UK through February 24. Additionally, the Passport is up for grabs for $399 in the U.S. and £349 in the UK over the same period.
As a bonus, BlackBerry is still offering up a free accessory bundle with Priv and Passport purchases as well. Through February 29, buying either phone will net you a bundle containing a black Leather Smart Flip Case and Sync Pod, which would regularly be worth $99. If you're interested in checking out the deals, you can hit up ShopBlackBerry at the link below.
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BlackBerry offers Priv and Passport discounts through Feb. 29
BlackBerry, when do we get an "Android Powered Passport?"
Posted via BBQ10SQN100-3 10.3.2.2474
So they're still charging extortionate amounts for two dying devices that would be irrelevant in two years time when they drop bb10....
How's sales going!?
Posted via CB10
The box at the top of crackberry.com shows Feb. 24 but the heading in this article says Feb. 29. Which one is it?
Ended on 02/29/2016. I finally order the Priv. Price drop of $50.00 plus leather case and dock...could not pass that up.
Poor marketing and bad price strategy on BlackBerry PRIV is costing the company money. $410 on 2 year term is a bit too much for the first Android phone and specially majority of consumers moved away from Blackberry.
Carphone warehouse UK are selling Sim free for £499 with free next day delivery.
вιaсĸвεггч® Passport SE SQW100-4 running 10.3.2.2876
Sweeet!
I was going to get my Priv through T-Mo, but I waited a day and then saw this deal. I saved $60USD over the T-Mo price, and I was able to use PayPal credit so I can still spread my payments out. Also, BlackBerry is giving a free case (the flip case with the window) and charging dock. I didn't want them, but every time I put the phone in my cart they would automatically appear too, so I guess I'll use them. Now I just have to wait until it arrives (hopefully Monday) and I'll let my mom have my Z10 (my wife doesn't want do give up her 9900).
I'm not feeling the love. Verizon didn't carry the Passport and now not the Priv either. :-(
Posted via CB10
Amazon UK currently have the Priv at £499.00 discounted from 429.99, the price it's been for weeks there. £399.99 and I bite.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
I'm in. New PRIV headed my way. The Z30 will go in the drawer with the Z10 for a bit.
"Discount"
Posted on the site that compares excessive phone use to a crack cocaine addiction!
Not sold out there are ten left and I got one ::>_
Nice to know!
Typed using my BlackBerry Classic running 10.3.2.2876 on WINDmobile HSPA+
Just seen ad on British TV for one of the Samsung phones. A similar one for the Priv would create greater awareness of the product. Why can't BlackBerry do this.....?
Posted via CB10
That's coo
Blackberry Prv
Why didn't blackberry add active frames in the priv os?
Blackberry Passport
I just went and bought mines! cant wait to take it snowboarding and video cam and take pictures. lucky thing I bought a heavy duty case was meant for my z10 but its bigger might fit priv*
Posted via CB10
As a Canadian, I am extremely disappointed that there is no sale for us!
I was just about to buy a white Passport this go around, but for $600 still when it's $400 on the US site! Not a chance.
Doesn't get Classier then posting from a Classic!
Their $400 IS CAD $600. Don't blame BlackBerry, blame monetary policy & the Bank of Canada...
Posted via BlackBerry Passport
Passport at $399 with bundle? Can't contain
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Will the inventory move?
Posted via CB10
Well i had a change of heart and placed another order for a PRIV since i cancelled the first one that i did not receive due to stock shortage. This time it's not only a much better deal but it shipped 2 hours after order was submitted. Let's hope I'll like it because I'm tired of this samdung s6
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
That's mean is time to keep BB Classic and wait for more re options in the future. Priv is not good enough to get him instead BB10. Maybe one day some new devices will come. Patience.
Priv at $499 and I might buy.
Right now, Honor 5X looking really good at $199 unlocked.
We don't need a bunch of crap apps on a phone. Tablet ok if you want. Phone no way on BB10 and no way on Priv. Not worth it.
Posted from a wireless charging Passport. Get one!
It's clear where to add the coupon code. I couldn't find anywhere to add a code! So bullshit on that at shpblackberry.
Posted from a wireless charging Passport. Get one!
They just trying to squeeze those last bit of dollars before they drop the price in a few weeks-to-month on the Priv!
Created by fingering my sexy Blackberry Classic Keyboard..but I think the Priv wants me to touch her too!
I wish the priv was bb10. The amount of apps is great (although I never use many) but I am a solid bb10 person.
Posted via CB10
Passport should be given for free since platform is dying. Priv is even worst.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Plus you can save 15% off if you ask a BlackBerry elite member for a coupon code!
Posted via CB10
Who are the BlackBerry elite?
Posted via CB10
I remember when the Playbook was selling for $99. By the end of 2016, the remaining stock of Passports might be selling for less.
posted by either my Passport or S6 Edge, depending on my mood.
My Z30 is going strong. But have the urge to get a new phone. Not too keen on Passport, and definitely don't want Android. So I'll wait for the eventual release of a high end full touch. In the meantime, I'll get a new back cover, case and new screen protector for my Z30 so it feels refreshed.
Posted via CB10
I wish they would make a Verizon compatible Passport...then I can get excited about the sales...lol. Until then my trusty Z30 is still awesome!
Posted via CB10
Hey BlackBerry Canada doesn't deserve a deal?
Posted via CB10
I am a big fan of blackberry. I will stop buying devices if blackberry always favors usa,uk and canada!!!!!
Posted via CB10
Thanks Bla1ze. Hope that some discount will come for UAE market as well. Many are waiting for the right opportunity.
Blackberry Priv on Etisalat 4G Network
It will be awhile before it hits $45.
Posted via CB10
Just thought I would mention that I spoke to Ray a few years ago. He was right! All my 3 playbooks still work!
Blackberry Passport Running 10.3.2.2813
Great! I am getting the Passport.
Of Course, in Canada you will have to continue to pay with your arm and leg.
We have valentine's tooo!! Lol
Posted via CB10
No love for us Canadians! Smh!!
Posted via CB10
If only there's a discount for Passport in my country.
Posted via CB10
Was eager to get a Leap or a Passport SE over xmas so kept a close eye on blackberry uk's special bundle offers. Signed up for an alert when back in stock. The Passport was in stock for less than a few hours I was very determined to get one. When I got the stock alert I immediately tried to buy one only to go through the sales process to be informed it was no longer available. That situation continued for the vast majority of the xmas season. I imagine they had a paltry number of handsets and all this time they kept promoting the sales event with two of their major models being unavailable. The sales event was pure bull. We all know the precarious market position BlackBerry is in but I cannot understand how the company can treat it's diminishing user base so poorly. There is a market for BB10 handsets, the Passport SE will stand the test of time as an innovative and unique handset the same cannot be said for BlackBerry's marketing, sales and production. It's hamfisted when you are promoting handsets that are not in stock.
When I saw Chen being interviewed when launching the Leap my jaw dropped. He had no interest in promoting it and was more excited about anything else. If your CEO doesn't give a toss about the company's new phone then he doesn't give a toss about the people involved in developing, producing or marketing that product. Maybe that's why BlackBerry was holding a sale for phones that weren't available. I'd be wary about any promises made by them.
Posted via CB10
That is why this BlackBerry will be missed last.
Posted via CB10
I'm thinkin about buying a discounted ($100) wow suit because chen and group isn't still posting a disclaimer the phone will only be supported for another ten months.
Posted via CB10
Would pick up a classic as a spare if on sale. Come on BlackBerry help a dude out.
Posted via CB10
I have an unlocked AT&T Classic if interested. 8/10 will let it go for 150 if interested.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Who is going to purchase these 'discounted Blackberry?'.
Only the few left die hard Blackberry fans, of which there are a few million... and diminishing fast.
There is likely no migration from Android or Apple owners. With no promotion, these phones are just another Blackberry oddity.
Don't expect much when sales are posted in the next quarter.
We have long since discounted Blackberry hype.... remember the PlayBook and Z10?
I just picked up another PP :)
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
The priv sales are very very positive actually! Get ready to be shocked next q.
A fresh take on android was sorely needed!
Just like a fresh apple is needed. Blackberry should make a iPhone priv.
Posted via the Innovative Blackberry PRIV - Powered by Android
You say, very positive sales.
I can't recall CB, Blaize or BB having actually issued PRIV numbers.
When tens of millions of smart phones are sold every year, does less than a million PRIV sales sound like a 'positive' amount?
Have you seen any marketing (other than BB to BB users email) on the PRIV?
Do the PRIV sit on the back shelves of the retail stores like TM and ATT?
The price of the priv should go down once the S7 is released...theoretically
Posted via CB10
I have it set to United States...should I try something else? lol?
@Frehley...I tried Us and got the red flag on top of the screen but I'm from Canada,when I switched to ShopBB Canada.it was gone ,so I figured it tracked my whereabouts :-)
Anyone try to buy the Passport SE and get an error message:
Error:
The attempted action is not valid on this site. Please accept our apologies for this inconvenience.
Error Number: SIT_000001
@Frehley...I figure they know what country you are from and you should go to your homeland,lol
Awesome deals for two great phones!
Posted via CB10
Is it better to buy a shop blackberry Priv because it seems like T-Mobile is having too many problems with their software on the Priv. Ie. Wifi calling, account software making it run hot.
Posted via CB10
@joeyjay...Oh well,gotta wait for the next months update ,I hope it's on time,buy a Passport and return your Priv,lol
If you can afford it then unlocked is the way to go you get updates first rather than waiting on carriers to push it that it self made me get the shopBlackBerry one
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Hahahaha snub Canada AND only a 50 discount for a device this old. They have really priced some of their enthusiast fans out of the market such as myself.
Posted via CB10
@MayorMcCheese... Wait for it !! a BB10 high end ,and cheap too!! my 5 star passport has a few legs to go before I consider a new phone keep the faith brother:-)
It's been out less then 3 months! Dropping by 50 is fair and on point. Wait 3 more the next 50.
Then 3 more for an additional 60
Posted via the Innovative Blackberry PRIV - Powered by Android
Apparently you weren't around for the Passport launch that spoiled fans like me with a decent MSRP and heavy discount events.
My passport is fine I will just holdout with it.
With bbs niche strategy what they are doing is necessary so I understand from that perspective but as a consumer and BlackBerry lover I am frustrated.
Posted via CB10
$649 USD = $898 CAD
They were getting "ripped off" in the US at $699.
I would like to see a serious price drop in Canada before I'd even consider the PRIV, but that's not going to happen yet.
Posted via CB10
I know this has nothing to do with the post. But if they made a Priv that was blue and black, I would instantly buy it.
The 50 dollar discount is Ok. If they drop it another 50, I may just bit on that and get it.
Posted via CB10
The $50 off paid the tax and shipping. Looking forward to trying it!
Very tempted to get a Passport as my Z30 is feeling very pokey these days, with the odd freeze at least once a week.
However, the site I'm looking at has the SE for 700 NZD, which us about 460 USD. :)
Posted via CB10
Thinking about another passport lol silver edition just in case I need another device
Posted via CB10
Does the Priv work in Australia, or have to wait for the specific one?
Posted via CB10
There are a few people here who bought it and use it in Australia.
Passport also works fine in 4G in Australia.
You can also buy one from Optus, if that's your thing.
Get an unlocked STV100-3 Priv from anywhere in the world and it will work great in Australia.
I ordered few days ago my Passport Silver bundle with sync pd and flex cover at discounted price...
nice deal and great phone!
Use promo code for more discount: hax8un9ho
Maybe if the release a silver edition priv with metal frames like the passport se, I will buy it.
Blackberry Passport
Any word if a Red Priv variant is coming soon? If so I'm going to wait for that, if not I'm probably going to grab this discounted Priv bundle while it is on sale.
Posted via CB10 from my Passport
Slim to no chance you'll ever see a red Priv.
Does that suggest a thicker chance of a white one?
I think Ray had some in inventory earlier!
I've seen tons of Red Privs..haha... come to think of it ,am I in trouble ?
But why not colour variations?? This way BlackBerry wan reach the 5 milion sales this is not the way! I would love to see colours some people like more white some other blue some other red. Why passport and classic has colour variations but his cannot be considered for priv. Black is so boring!
Ray told me there will be a Red priv with bb10 OS
:-)
Posted via CB10
Chat with Ray, he'll hook you up.
New meme born here...?
Ray's the man for evraything... just ask! ;-D
• There's a Crack in the Berry right now... •
Yep...
Ray: You need a red Priv? Got you fam.
I would do passport at $199 but not $399 since support for bb10 is questionable after 2016. Management should have not let out that they were suspending support for bb10 until they went through their inventory. Another dumb move by Chen
Posted via CB10
It dosn't matter, at $400 it is definitely a good price for a brand new passport. I am actually thinking about.. Unless they drop Priv to $399 by this fall.
Good to know blackberry can count on you buying a discounted phone sometime in Q4 2016... unless a different variant shows up.
Cmon everybody.... if we all just do this 1000x we'll be able to save BlackBerry ( and probably get a Netflix app!)
Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha
Posted via CB10
It's well worth the price! As for not supporting it? It will be supported. You think it's an option at the moment not to? The only way they can drop support is woo over everyone to the Priv and at the moment I just don't see that happening. Besides how long do you continue using a device? Two years, four years? My guess it will last per your usage.
BlackBerry 10 or nothing!
+1 Passport still beats my backup phone..iphone .. at most things... great price for one... go for it!!! Pkb all the way!!
Posted via CB10
I can't believe they think $519 USD even with the accessories is a "deal" for a SE Passport. God, I miss my BlackBerry 10.
I was forced to leave for Priv when the outdated ART in BlackBerry 10 rendered all of the apps I rely on for work broken, unsupported and useless.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Well that's what you get when BB OS 10 relies on a run time from another OS to run apps from another ecosystem because native app support on BB sucks.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
I hope Ray is tellin' the truth as a sales guy... Take it a bit with a grain of salt but hope dies last...
Posted via CB10
First off, sales people don't tell the truth, if they did they wouldn't make any money.
Posted using a Q10, 10.3.2.2474.
Agreed
Posted via CB10
It's a shame about Ray
Posted via CB10
Any idea if this discount offer will be available in France ? (for an azerty Priv)
Posted via CB10
None in France... AZERTY lucky!
Posted via CB10
That's azertaynly a pity... :-)
• There's a Crack in the Berry right now... •
Did BlackBerry ever fix their quality issues from the early batch?
Posted via CB10
Yes, I had a launch Priv on AT&T And promptly returned it. I got in on launch on T-Mobile USA and it's been night and day!
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
£529 for priv in UK isn't a discount!!!
Blackberry Passport
$650 wow. Temping!!
Posted via BlackBerry Z30
Mine is up in the marketplace for $550 along with a few others at a sub $650 price if you really are interested.
Lol....very reassuring though...if only....
Posted via CB10
How would a representative know?
Posted via my PRIV
@masterful...a guy at shop BB named Chris doesn't know I just spoke with him and he told me he was shopBB ,give it a go and find out what Jane says,haha
I just realized I might have spoken to Blaz1e haha
Are ShopBlackBerry people one of the first to get such information?
Posted from my Grandfathered SERO Plan on my Q10
Yeahhh.. Ray* has all the answers.
*Disclaimer: His name is not Ray, he doesn't work for BlackBerry and he has zero knowledge of any upcoming devices.
+10.3.3 :-)
Posted via CB10
*disclaimer.... you could probably replace the name 'ray' withe the name 'blaze'
Don't be mad cos ray knows more than you, maybe we could vote him in as crackberry head honcho
Posted from my passport not 'running the google'
Hahahahahaha! Thanks, I needed a good laugh.
Funny cos it's true. You should be hoping ray is right, it might keep the lights on for a bit longer.
Posted from my passport not 'running the google'
Ray is really Fistmaster in Disguise.
Posted via CB10
@AppReview....Bingo!! Where is he ? haha
He's on the campaign trail with his buddy Trump.
@Blaz1e... probably trying to get him to use BBM,haha
... and sleep on Thorsten's power mat... ;-P
• There's a Crack in the Berry right now... •
Make Blackberry great again.
Posted via CB10
It was me
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
You"re Fistmaster?
Posted via CB10
Fist master!
Posted via CB10
@ray689...so it must be true,you're minced meat when chen finds out,hahaha
Chat and ask him about random things like, I understand 10.4 is being tested now, do you think it will be released by end of the year.. or things like It's so exciting to hear Playbook 2 is going to be announced.. :)
**** it Blaze!!
Your disclaimer took the wind out of my sails and I trusted Ray. :p
BlackBerry 10 or nothing!
Thank you, Blaze.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Had a chat with Ray on shop BlackBerry he told me a couple things.
Chat session started at 16:25:54
Please be patient while you are being connected with an operator ...
You are now chatting with Ray
Ray:Welcome to ShopBlackBerry Order Support. My name is Ray. How can I be of assistance to you today?
Todd:I was just browsing I'm debating on the new priv I'm a diehard BB10 guy. Does BlackBerry have any plans to keep going with the BB10 OS I would really like not to go to Android.
Ray:I'll be more than glad to answer you queries Todd. Rest assured BB 10 OS device will keep on updating it's software version.
Todd:Should I expect to see any new BB10 devices in the future? Such as an up high in all touch device?
Todd:High end*
Ray:Definitely yes Todd.
Ray:However there is no time frame yet on when it will be released.
Todd:Nice! That will be an BB10 OS or something Android?
Ray:It will be BB 10 OS.
Todd:That's great news I will be patiently waiting. Thank you very much have a great day.
Posted via CB10
Best news ever!
Now if the leadership at BlackBerry would step up to the plate, I'd be a lot less concerned.
Must post...on...CrackBerry!
A new device would be good, but the OS needs to have more updates than security ones to stay alive. And since BlackBerry probably can't put enough efforts on Android and BlackBerry 10 at the same time, I guess they'll just do the bare minimum for BB10 to keep their entreprise and government customers.
In other words, this guy might be right or he might say bullshit, it doesn't really matter if they leave the OS to die.
Posted via CB10 with my PassportSQW100-1/10.3.2.2876.
I'm waiting for their next Android device that has a full keyboard like a classic with no slide. That will probably be the last BlackBerry I purchase ever.
Classic 2BF2EA40 ...Playbook 50304327 BBM CHANNEL "POWER OF CHOICE" C00285CE7 Passport Classic Note 4
@teodd....That's great news!!! now we need more Leaks,haha Chen's going to be Pisse+ !
I hate to be a party pooper here but doesn't Ray work for Digital River and not BlackBerry? Every time I've called Shop BlackBerry I've always spoken to a DR employee which is logical as they run SB. Assuming Ray works for DR, how on earth does he know the future device and OS plans of BlackBerry?
Exactly what my thought was. Ray knows ***** about what's really going on. But it sounds good all the same.
Posted via CB10
He doesn't. Some random call centre clerk is likely not privy to the BlackBerry Product Roadmap.
Posted via CB10
Exactly. Ray is on a little above minimum wage in a third party customer services dept. of a notoriously difficult company to deal with. The sort of company that take mass customer services off the hands of a corporate like BlackBerry as they can't be assed. It's a perfect example of another management flaw by BlackBerry. These sort of employees need to be in-house. Just look at Google. It's imperative they know what they are talking about and represent the brand. Live chat is a fairly cutting edge CS tool and one which is becoming essential. Typical management decision that BlackBerry outsource it.
Posted via CB10
All I can say is: don't believe that rep. He knows nothing and is just being told to give that message. Just imagine what would happen if that guy would tell you they are not manufacturing more BB10 devices. Hope for the best and be prepared for the worst...
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
You saying this guy is just telling me what I want to know?!? How embarrassing.. oh well its nice to think BB10 has a future if it does show a sign of a future I'm there if not android it is I do have 6 months of Snapchats to catch up on..
Posted via CB10
Don't listen to them, go with Ray! I like Ray!
Powered by BB10
Like Ray from Chat knows anything. That **** is all offshore and they tell you what you want to hear.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Doesn't mean squat, sorry. You could be waiting until 2019 or it may never happen. "no time frame yet" means don't hold your breath buddy, I'm just trying to make a sale here. Not interested? OK, Next caller.
So your saying there is a chance? Lol
Posted via CB10
Is there even anyone left at BlackBerry that had anything to do with the creation of BlackBerry 10? Mike, Thorsten, Dan, Gary, Alec, Viveck, and the list goes on, have all left BlackBerry. Anyone in charge of BB10 has quit or been shown the door. There is no one left to champion the OS and no one left to develop it. It's dead. BlackBerry won't be making phones much longer of any variety. They are an EMM/MDM company now. Hardware in general is not going to be sustainable for BlackBerry. The current CEO and C-suite management team know as much as your average CrackBerry reader about running a successful smart phone business. The PRIV isn't going to sell 5 million units a year. It will probably sell around 5 million units in it' entire life cycle, which if anything like the Passport will be around 2 years. BlackBerry isn't putting the money into iterating hardware fast enough to compete. They think their security credentials will sell their hardware. They are wrong. There is no such thing as dabbling in the smartphone game. You're either all in, or you're out. BlackBerry is out.
I think you're right on the money!
Classic 2BF2EA40 ...Playbook 50304327 BBM CHANNEL "POWER OF CHOICE" C00285CE7 Passport Classic Note 4
Very well said.
I'm all in. Give me an all touch TMobile compatible (band 12) phone. I want a slab of plastic like the Z10 and Z30. A tranform case and a slab of tempered glass protection and I'm good for another three years.
Oh and please may I have some Paratek secret sauce? And the back of the phone has to be flat. I don't care if it makes the phone fatter. If I wanted a thin flimsy phone, I'd get an iphone.
Posted via CB10
I don't buy this one but. Reps are supposed to deny discussing future products.
--STV
I just checked about 1hour ago and they are not sold out:-)
...but also not giving any patriot love to their loyal customers in their home and native land. Oh well, can't blame BlackBerry. It all started going South when they decided to call our base unit of currency the "Loonie."
@TheBirdDog...Yep,$399us =$552cdn still a bit on the high side for us ,keep tuned for coupon codes is all I can say! :-)
No love for the home country?
PassportSQW100-1/10.3.2.2339
Never!
Thanks for telling jojo