BlackBerry is being a little coy in their announcement but with the tag line 'See the bigger picture' it can only really mean one thing. We have launch party and announcements coming for the BlackBerry Passport.
On September 24, all eyes will be on BlackBerry as we host exclusive, invite-only events in Toronto, London and Dubai to show off… well I guess you'll have to wait and see.
You're not fooling us BlackBerry. We've been waiting for months now for this announcement. Needless to say, we'll be coming to you from the event in Toronto (and probably London) so mark your calendars, save the date and we'll be bringing you more soon.
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BlackBerry Passport launch events to be hosted on Sept 24th
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What's time for this event? And do they have live webcast ?
Thank you
I WANT A BLACKBERRY PASSPORT!
Awesome!!
Being the first at the start of the race do not guarantee victory at the end of the race so let them apples, Samsungs Xperiaz and other haters go first as we are right on their back coming in lighting speed on Sept 24 with a passport ready to grasp a victory at the end of the race.Hah ha ha!
BlackBerry Glasgow say Passport will be £497 let's see if that's true
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I love the BlackBerry os 10.
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Does anyone know if the event will be broadcasted as the Blackberry 10 OS launch event was?
+1
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And I'll be here to read / view all the news that CrackBerry posts about this event.
Posted via CB10 on my Z10
Wish I could be there to get my hands on a blackberry passport :)
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How do you get invites to the event?
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Any word on a livestream for this event?
Posted via CB10
I would love to go to this event (in Toronto). I suppose there are no tickets for regular folk?
Release means we can buy it?
Greatest what i seen.
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Why after the launch of Samsung Edge and iPhone 6?
Posted via CB in Z30
Mr Chen - Eva Longoria is your spokeswoman!!!
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How to get invites for Dubai.....
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http://www.fool.ca/2014/09/03/billionaire-d-e-shaw-bought-46-million-in-...
Posted from my secure Z30
WOW!!!
How can I get myself invited now??
I am sure the whole BB abusers will be as excited as I am.
Any one know anyone who can get me an invite to the Dubai event?
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Is anyone else concerned that there is no gathering planned in the US?
Posted via CB10
How can I go to the event in Toronto?
Posted via CB10
This exciting. Hope this gets on time in PH.
Posted via CB10
Shame BlackBerry couldn't get the date format correct for the different events. I know North America has the whole month/day/year thing, but quite a lot of the rest of us can see the logic of day/month/year
Si.
Diarised... and can't wait. (They should have put 24.09.14 for London, though - Brits put the date before the month!)
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I think they should have done it a day after apple announcing the iphone 6. It would make for good promotion and a great jab telling them "anything you can do we can do better. " hell, even now they should send out some tv teasers mentioning apple's recent lack of security. I bet it would turn heads if they did.
Posted via CB10
First rule of marketing: don't ever mock the opposition.
To do so often undermines credibility and can even strengthen support for your rival.
The Passport (and BlackBerry) are strong enough to be 'sold' on their own merits.
Posted via CB10... on my Z30 10.2.1
Is that so? I guess you never saw apple mocking windows, samsung mocking apple, and most recently, cortana mocking siri... it works, it get's people to ask questions and thus drive sales... blackberry being where it is, it NEEDS to take shots to get people talking...again.
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Hey remember the article is about the #Passport? ;) the #Launch... sigh
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Will mark 24th Sep in Dubai..wuhoo!
Posted via CBten using my Qten's awesome keyboards!
I know they won't, but I hope they make it available the same day in most markets.
I can work my z30 with one hand,my concern for the passport that it will be too wide,and then I must use two hands at all times...need to put it into my hands to decide..
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I don't have a problem with Blackberry not launching in the US first. This is a Android/Apple market. No good would come out of launching here first. Besides Toronto is just across the lake from the US, we should get a little halo effect from the Toronto launch.
Bow wow wow yuppie yo yuppie ye...
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US has 5 times the population of those 3 countries combined, and largest smartphone user base in the world, so it makes no sense to do it here, of course ... a primary reason for BB10's numbers ... ha ..
Agreed!
Posted via TheBATBerryQ10
Get real!! BlackBerry is starting off where the market and patronage is. The US market can come later.
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One can hope that they toss out the classic also just to be super crazy! Or atleast give it a date.
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Got my invite. See you all in Toronto!
Posted via my QNX Z30
Looks like not only did John Chen clean up the house at BlackBerry but he also instrumented a clean up at Crackberry by taking Kevin and some others (Adam,... ;) out of the equation. Also, this is the second time Kevin is missing an important event at BlackBerry - after some time one soon runs out of reasons :)
Anyway, all good and bad things have to come to an end some day - in today's world, where allegiance is for sale, ones passion alone does not mean anything - the color of green in most cases trumps - and I won't blame Kevin and others for that.
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Yeah guys that sucks!! No passport launch in the USA.
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I vote BLA1ZE to goto Dubai
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Sad for US. Was really looking forward to it. Bummer. Real Bummer. Leaves a bad taste.
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I think one thing speaks volumes: There's no US launch event. In past years Blackberry would have made sure they had a launch in at least one US city. Seems like they've given up on the US market.
Good news
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And! Just launched my assistant and scheduled this as an all day event. It works beautifully in 10.3. Love her. Lol.
Swiped off my Z10
"Will iCloud?s hack save BlackBerry? http://video.foxbusiness.com/v/37636...#sp=show-clips
Watched this and I think this is a great opportunity for Blackberry to attack and hopefully it will help for their marketing. Sir John Chen now it's your turn! :)
"If you want Best-in-Class Security, just choose BlackBerry!"
Love how Apple has turned this around, like they always do, and blamed it on their users. They've said there is nothing wrong with their security and that its the users' fault for creating security questions that someone could guess.
It's GO time!
Swiped off my Z10
When is it supposed to hit Verizon? Just ported in a bunch of office numbers and mine landed on a Z30... =)
omgg please do a contest for invites! (Toronto esp.) would love to check this out! =D
I want a prize I don't think anyone mentioned it,If I was First I deserve one,make that a Passport,SVP!!!hahaha
Interesting there is no event in the US. I wonder what, if anything, that says about how blackberry believes the passport will be received here.
Seens like they've given up on the US market.
Is there any product BlackBerry could introduce right now that would likely make any kind of impression in the US right now?
In answer to you question Thunderbuck, my guess would be the Z3 with North American specs, 3/4g and LTE. With two other higher end devices aimed at Enterprise customers in the shute for September/October, now may be the time to introduce a budget-minded device to encourage the school and university age demographic to pick up a BlackBerry. An enhanced Z3 may be the ticket to encourage newcomers to make the switch and yet satisfy some the faithful who would like a new all touch device. Of course, IMHO, any such release would have to be paired with some aggressive marketing to make the presence of BlackBerry and the Z3 known in the marketplace. This is just opinion and I'm sure there'll be detractors who will think differently; but hey, that is what these forums are are meant to be for those interested enough to make a post. Go BlackBerry Go!!
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I tend to agree. An all-touch phone with up-to-date specs and a competitive price. Blackberry likes to pit out hardware specs that are at least 2 years behind everyone else for a price that's at least 20% higher than what others are charging. Gotta get a clue if you want yo compete in the US market.
I also agree. I always said that the Z3 is at the perfect price point for th US market.
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I want to just buy the bloody device...I can't wait anymore.
Well, I will have to wait since it is not out yet. Two days ago I had a dream that I picked up one from a mate who works for a Telco. I woke up from the dream with a massive smile only to realize that I was in bed - 4am.
That being said, I am seriously interested in BlackBerry Blend.
Where is the USA event? :(
I guess I need a "passport" so I can make it to one of these launch events...get it? Passport!
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WOW I LOVE THE NEW LOOK!!!! I'M talking about CB,lol
I was hoping they would come out before Apple's big event on September 9.
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Why? So it can become the sacrificial lamb? Psychological 101 tells you otherwise.
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How can I get an invite to the Dubai event?? I can also update live. And the Dubai event will probably happen first because of the time difference (+4 GMT)
Posted via the best. Z30!
So who does get an invitation?
Posted via CB10
Wooh this is it! September 24 this is one of the best things that will happen in the world. Truly innovation! Go BlackBerry don't stop innovating! BlackBerry and Sir John Chen God bless! ;)
Can't waaaaiiiit. Hopefully there'll be some news on BlackBerry Blend.
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It would be great if you were completely wrong, and they announced something we've heard nothing about.
I have more friends because I do drugs!!
Why Apple's security pain may be BlackBerry's gain
http://finance.yahoo.com/blogs/talking-numbers/why-apple-s-security-pain...
No launch event in the US? Really?
Posted via CB10
At least that isn't a delay into October. The only useful information for me, however, is which US carriers will offer it?
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Yes finally!!!
CB10 Z30STA100-5/10.3.0.1052
Dang, was hoping for an early September announcement and late release. Looks like late September announcement and October through December release. Especially for the states.
Posted via Q10
It's been a long time coming!!!
Can we have a Podcast Passport Edition with Kevin, Blaze and Adam with one Passport each?
Invite Mr Chen too.
You guys could probably make the entire Podcast directly on the device.
Posted via CB10
Yes I'm ready. Let's get the fire going.
No US launch... wow
Posted via CB10
I am ready.
Same week as the Ryder Cup!?
Posted via CB10
IPhone 6 launch before Passport will have no impact on Passport sales. This big beast will get a tag of neighbours envy and owners pride.
Passport will be the biggest BlackBerry ever to be launched and will prove to be a game changer. This device after I saw some video has something very interesting for qwerty as well as all touch users of z10 and z30. I wish Mr Chen and his team good luck. My Z30 will soon retire the day Passport in available in Dubai Stores.
From my Z30 Device using 10.3.0.1052
I can't wait for its launch in india either.
Can you do me a favor? you buy it for me in dubai and send to me in india
I will make online payment to you....
Just kidding ;)
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BlaackBerry is for enterprise right now but enterprise will be tempted by the new Iphone. Remember for many companies it is a new policy of bring your own phone. If there is nothing concrete about the Passport being released timely then businesses will continue to follow Apple and Samsung. As a stockholder with a few shares I am disappointed. I thought with the new leadership that BlackBerry was understanding that you cannot make the customer wait and wait and wait. People go to buy a new car and the dealer has none so they go to the next dealer and buy the brand he carries. If people cannot buy the Passport when the other mfgrs have their models already available then they will go there. Our society is an instant society, they want it now and not have to wait. Unless it is sold quickly around the world it will fall on the same ground that the other phones have. I am a loyal BB fan and stockholder but I am losing confidence in that it will ever have double digit market share again.
I am agree with you but remember john is very smart in his business.
So there are chances that John is waiting to know the price for iPhone & Samsung devices & once he knows the price and then keep the price for passport intentionally low .
This could be the one of the reason
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John Chen cannot say it anymore clearer......BlackBerry is a software and services company in the enterprise sector that sells mobile phones as a part of that strategy. BlackBerry stick will rise in time on this basis. We cannot just look at the hardware side of the business.
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I couldn't have said it any better. Thanks.
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Very good! I hope to have the phone in my hands by end of October!
Sent from my Z 30
This means that the Passport will be available in the UK and Dubai a day before North America.
Nice to see BlackBerry have a little confidence in their announcement. I guess the whole crackberry nation will be rocking on the 24th, getting their passport to who knows where... I wonder if there will be any surprises....?
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great news!
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I knew it. September 32nd release...
10-Q Very Much.
Sounds reasonable
I have more friends because I do drugs!!
I think BlackBerry Should have announced the launch date just following couple of days after the Apple launch, because if iPhone 6 goes on sale earlier then passport, then it would cause few damage to Passport sale.
The current speculation floating around is that it(they, if the rumors are to be believed)will drop on 9/19, which makes sense if you take into account previous announcements and release dates. By the 24th, most of the news regarding the iPhone(s) will have been written, leaving some room on the radar for BlackBerry. Of course, by then, rumors/news about the October Apple event will be in full swing.
Oh God! Another month or two waiting. I can't take it anymore!
Z10STL100-2/10.2.1.3247 O2 UK
"Invite-only" how do you get an invite? Just wondering..
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The Passport quite obviously but maybe something else too? Like the unveiling of blend?
Posted via CB10 from my Z30
How about an event in the good old USA?
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Waiting :) 22 days and counting....
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Seems like it will be lost in the iPhone launch. Figure Sept 9th for the announcement, and likely 23rd for release. I know they are not for same target market, but this will bury any Passport chatter from tech blogs IMHO. Doubt full the US will see availability until November too I'd recent history is repeated.
Posted with a BlackBerry Z10
It will be on my birthday, brilliant!
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Eagerly waiting for the big things to be announced , announce blackberry blend and iam all yours :)
A launch site in Los Angeles, CA wouldn't be a bad idea.
Looking at the news media this morning all I saw in regards to phones is the iphone 6 launch next week along with the announcement of the iwallet which is a retail payment method working in conjunction with the credit card companies. This payment system will utilize the NFC sensor in the 6 phone and you know the rest.
Hacking this system would be more significant than capturing celebrity nude photos.
BlackBerry should get a hold of Visa, Mastercard and Amex as well and demonstrate that security is what BlackBerry is about.
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The problem is no US media will show up and provide any coverage. This is like the music industry. Very difficult to penetrate the US market. Lesser known musicians have to launch their music in UK, get on the charts, bring it to Canada and cross border to US eventually.
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This should be an interesting event!..
Want to go. Haven't been this excited since BlackBerry 10 launch!
Powered by BlackBerry Z30
No launch event for the US! Haha, finally blackberry is learning.
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Learning what? They have not had a timely release of a BB10 phone in the US. They need to bombard the US wth the phones and with marketing. Letting Apple and Samsung have all the press in the U.S. will cause even more people to believe BlackBerry is dead. There is no carrier support in the U.S., they need to create their own excitement and force carriers to jump on the bandwagon. To me, it seems no matter who is guiding the ship they still have not learned from the past. If it takes months to hit the U.S. market the price will be as others predict and half of the Sept 24th price.
Yes!!!
What about that classic? :(
Via BlackBerry Q10
Dammit why can't I come?!?! XD
Posted via CrackBerry 10 (CB10) application using my BlackBerry Q10.
Please let there be a live stream..gives me something to do at work!
LOL really now ? i thought you'd be working at work...but it's a new BB announcement, so that's all good !
Exactly. This is an emergency, like a child being born or something lol
Oh boy I assume you're still single and not married yet? ;p
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I'm more likely to be able to take off work for a live streaming of this than the birth of a child.
I have more friends because I do drugs!!
Since they are being so "Hush Hush"... the tag line on this ad should have been "Wish We Could Tell You More"...
Hahaha +1
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Surely blend as part of passport os
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Looking forward to it. It's a bit of a drive down to Toronto but it'll be worth it! Also looking forward to the complete unveiling of 10.3!
Posted via my love powered Q10
Bad timing. By the time Apple, Samsung and HTC are done launching their products, many wait and watchers would have made their decision. Need to capture new buyers to increase market share.
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Somewhat, I am agree with you
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Or they can't make up their mind.
You either
1) launch (a lot) earlier (whatever that may bring)
2) launch with them when the hype is up (and you might get drowned out)
3) launch when the hype has subsided and the more rational people are making up their minds...
Looks like Chen went with 3)
BlackBerry? I premdict the future's gonna be chenomenal!
Chen have made a smart move. Launching near apple event will see the biased media completely ignoring passport.
Posted from my Black Beast Q10
I am very happy that I would be getting new leak soon
:). :). :) :)
Posted via CB10
Finally the wait is over...oh I mean wait over the unknown..now just wait again
Posted from my Black Beast Q10
Ok this could become an expensive September
Hopefully it will be a product announcement AND launch!
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F*cking finally!!! I just hope for a timely launch in Europe...
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Oh! I can't wait to see this what time will it be
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I really liked passport but I will be taking wait and watch approach.
As I have already burnt my hands with Z10. I bought it 2 3 after its launch in india. I spent 43k but now same phone being sold for 18k and exclusive stores are ready to negotiate on 18 K too
SO THIS TIME WAIT & WATCH
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Don't worry, about a month after release it will sell for 20% less than launch. You wait for a but longer and save half-off.
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My sixth sense saying, cost will not reduce soon.
I hope this come true..
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This won't be another Z10....
BlackBerry? I premdict the future's gonna be chenomenal!
It's really hard to predict the price drops of passport. Unless otherwise they have plans to Come out with full touch screen . Then they will dump this ad they are dumping z10 now ;)
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+1 on the annoyed.
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How get invitation for Dubai event. I am thrilled with this announcement.
From my Z30 Device using 10.3.0.1052
I have been waiting for this forever, it seems.
So we gonna get this in TO by end of Sept. Hope Telus do right by us...my Z10 is crapping out just in time for this
I would love to go to the event in London. But does anyone has an idea how to get invitation?
Any price tag on this device yet?
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Ahhh finally...
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What about SF?
Posted By Secure BB10.3
Great Notice!! welcome BB Passport!! come to Honduras!!!
Not soon enough
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London is good - that means the UK and mainland Europe get it first. If it's not available in Germany right at the start I guess I will live with the English keyboard and buy it from amazon.
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Now I need the time lol... Do i need to be sick? half day?
How do I get invited to Toronto !
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This is early Sept?!? Classic BlackBerry, never changes
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Well, there are 6 days left in September. That's like 1/5th of the month. *rollseyes*
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It's being announced on 24th which means it's probably not being released in US until mid to late Oct... my guess.
I should have been weaned off hope by now, for a timely US launch, but I can't help it! At least Toronto is in North America! I never missed a NYC launch event back when America mattered to BB. My favorite was the year with Lance Armstrong. I haven't been this psyched for a new BB since the 9810!
Go BlackBerry!!
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Yeeeeeeeeh
Z10 stl100-1 / 10.3.0.1052
Smart move maybe? Let everyone else get buzz early in the month then get your when theirs have died down. Sometimes being last is better. Hopefully, they can put emphasis on where they beat the competition. We shall see.
Still puzzled as to why they don't include a launch event in East/S.East Asia and Africa for these launch events -- regions which they still have a sizeable following.
Looks like I will be getting another BlackBerry for Christmas lol
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Around $600.
Posted via CB10
Good to BlackBerry!! Apple will be releasing its same old iPhone with only increased screen size :p on September 9th, looking forward for BlackBerry's innovative passport ;)
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...after the iPhone 6 announcement.
Z10, *.3175, 3500 MaH Btry - Posted via CB10
No buddy who has an iphone is going to buy a BlackBerry device nor a passport anyhow. It really doesn't matter when BlackBerry releases it in that regards.
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I will be in Dubai, how do I get an invitaion??
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Passport has a bigger picture
Blend displays in a bigger picture
Two bigger pictures.
Posted via CB10
Invite Jennifer Lawrence and Taylor Swift!
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She probably wishes she had a BlackBerry right now.
Let's hope Rogers don't screw us over on this like they did with the Z30!
No US location? How could that be?!!
Lol... jk
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yessssssssssssssssssss!
And for the prize ?
Can't wait until September 24th ....
Bla1ze
Any hint about price?????
Posted by Q10
Ok how do we get invited?
Toronto would be good for me lol
Living in dubai! Will get it same date but still many days to go
Posted by Q10
I'll be there in London, raise hands if we can meet !!! (=>PM)
BlackBerry Blend is also a "Bigger Picture".
Just saying.
My thoughts exactly
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And BBM / BES for Windows Phone (finally)
makes the picture complete...
BlackBerry? I premdict the future's gonna be chenomenal!
My impeccably preserved, 10 month old Z30 goes up for sale the moment Rogers in Canada makes the Passport available!
http:// twitter.com/ForrestBivens
I was just at Rogers......I asked if they were going to carry the passport.....he looked confused. Then he went online to see what the hell I was talking about. He looked at me and said he has not heard of anything yet.
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Girl at the source for Northern Tel (Bell) told me they are getting the passport but no eta yet. Bell on twitter said they had nothing yet.
Posted via CB10
You should follow this guy, he has predicted this event hours ago C000D1015
Posted from my flawless BlackBerry Z30
Wow can't wait!!!
Beware - MAJ on Z10 !!!
I wanna sleep now and wake up on Sept. 24! Yeehaa!!
Posted from my Z10
Wake you up When September ends...... lol :)
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And 10.3 for other BlackBerry 10 devices???
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You my friend have pleasant dreams lol
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New York City not?
They are missing the media capital.
Simple. New York doesn't care anymore...
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New York is the business and financial capital of the world. The target audience they want in enterprise is based in NYC. Neglecting them may come back to bit them in the behind.
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The great merchant city of Revelation!? The modern Babylon?
I find this scripture intriguing...
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Standing afar off for the fear of her torment, saying, Alas, alas that great city Babylon, that mighty city! for in one hour is thy judgment come.
And the merchants of the earth shall weep and mourn over her; for no man buyeth their merchandise any more:
The merchandise of gold, and silver, and precious stones, and of pearls, and fine linen, and purple, and silk, and scarlet, and all thyine wood, and all manner vessels of ivory, and all manner vessels of most precious wood, and of brass, and iron, and marble,...
The merchants of these things, which were made rich by her, shall stand afar off for the fear of her torment, weeping and wailing,...
And cried when they saw the smoke of her burning, saying, What city is like unto this great city!
- Revelation 18:10,11,12,15,18 (KJV)
Shared from e-Mmanuel Bible Reader for BlackBerry 10
BlackBerry? I premdict the future's gonna be chenomenal!
Lmao. Like your response. Thanks.
Posted via CB10
Welcome. ;-)
Zzzzwiped from a Zedevice....
Sorry Prem,I reported you by mistake,I was just checking the new setup,anyway I gave you an up,I don't think many people use these options ,going to be interesting going forward.Quick is sure to get many ups or downs,can't wait.
Picture this....24th September 2014, BlackBerry announces the Passport, Classic, Blend and BES 12 and tops it off right there and then with an announcement that both the Passport and Classic are immediately available for sale in Toronto, London, Dubai and the rest of the world the next day!!!!!!
What a dream.....
I miss Kevin!!
Typed with my Q10, or Z10, or Q10, or...
Toronto is a short drive for me. I'd like very much to attend this. I need to find out how to get in.
Google here I come
Posted via CB10
Kevin must be rocking a Note 3 now! 'Hang' the traitor hahahahaha .Bla1ze is running the show now!
experience the power of BlackBerry 10
He needs it for Blend no? Lol
Posted via CB10
Awesome!!!
Can't wait!....it Better launch asap after that and available for purchase unlocked asap too!!!
Posted via CB10
Finally good news.
Posted via CB10 / Z30
London here we are !
Posted from my flawless BlackBerry Z30
Who has an invite for me in Toronto?
What's the Indian Date...??
Posted via CB10
You might be expected to fly to your "regional" event, which is in Dubai... ;-)
Actual release / availability in store not known yet.
BlackBerry? I premdict the future's gonna be chenomenal!
Hope the Passport will be made available in stores right after!
Posted via CB10
It's invited event only. No offence BlackBerry, you can't afford to be invited only. Otherwise you will have your employees dragging their three years old just to make up for the numbers. Stop playing hard to get! See those pre register customers you got? How about sending them the invite?
Ain't you being so presumptuous? BlackBerry is using the right strategy IMHO
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I am!! Cause I wanne be there. Lol!!
Posted via CB10
Great News !! I just hope it will be available for sale immediately after the launch. Launching a product and then putting it in the hands of consumers via sales are two different things. But they are very essential things as Apple has perfected. Hope it goes on sale unlocked on the shop blackberry website. The orders am sure will be quite surprising. Good luck BlackBerry.
An unlocked device will be welcomed, however if carriers get their way, that option might be delayed because carriers want to their piece of the pie first, which is to be expected of course.
Soooo looking forward to this. Eventually!
Z10 STL100-1, OS 10.3.0.1052
They should announce it the same day as apple. Basically intrude.
Posted via CB10
I doubt the roars of Apples fanboys will even hear the whispers of BlackBerry.
@bspence87...true but all eyes will be focused on seeing the bigger picture,what a tease
Yip because they're all probably sitting so close to the walls they're hearing the humming of the electricity passing through LOL
After is better so the iPhone will be old news.
Posted via CB10
Good god no! Worst strategy ever unless you want to be ignored completely by the press and bloggers.
Let the hype subside first....
BlackBerry? I premdict the future's gonna be chenomenal!
And then create your slogans and couter-arguments out of the material you've gathered...
So people can really see who's got the bigger picture :-)
BlackBerry? I premdict the future's gonna be chenomenal!
*counter
BlackBerry? I premdict the future's gonna be chenomenal!
Looking forward to leaks coming soon so that I can load 'em onto my STL-1. (Can't afford the Passport) .
BTW, welcome back Kevin.
Posted via CB10
I'm so eager to learn the prize for this BB...it'll be my Xmas gift for myself. XD
Will there be an online streaming and how can I sign up to participate online?
Dreaming about the new Passport
Finally, something to be excited about. Can't wait to get my hands on this one.
FINALLY a date for an official release! Hope there's no big difference between the event and actual sale to the public!
Posted via CB10
Early octoberm the PAssport is expected to be available at my distributo so it shouldnt be long from now on...
Good luck with that - especially in US!
Belgium
What store u buying it from?
Posted via CrackBerry App
Looks like my Z30 will officially become my spare phone soon. So looking forward to the passport
Posted via CB10
Yeeesssss!!!!
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To Kevin
Will you be hosting the Crackberry meet up to coincide with the launch in London?
If so when and where?
Posted via CB10
Wouldn't that be B1aze now?
Posted via CB10
Am I the only one annoyed at how long it's taken them? and how far away the date is??
Kinda. I'm just hoping for an impeccable launch.
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Well, at least you can say the wait is almost over - just another 22 days!
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Yes, you are the only one. That's OK. Less sarcastically, the timing is about right given Samsung's, HTC's and Apple's announcements over the next ten days. Got to stay clear of that vortex.
No you are not the only one. Really upset over the late date. This means at least 2 more months until we can buy one, probably even longer. Unbearable.
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Who is we? Bet it's available in those launch locations pretty quickly.
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"Quickly" for BlackBerry is about 1-1.5 months. Don't expect it for at least 4 weeks post the announcement.
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It's more than just releasing the passport. It's about releasing 10.3, Blend, BES12......so it's better for BlackBerry to have its ducks in a row than to just throw it out there.
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Sorry, no excuses. I don't care for any of them. The phone should be available in all major markets no more than a week after the announcement. Oh and, they have already delayed the announcement. Originally it was supposed to be early September.
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If those other elements is what keeps BlackBerry afloat, then you should well care about them, indirectly...
... if the Berry drops off the vine and the vine withers, then it's no more devices....
Think about it.
BlackBerry? I premdict the future's gonna be chenomenal!
"Originally it was supposed to be early September."
According to whom?
No one is even talking about classic ?? Is that gonna be announced on a different date ??
Supposed to be Novemeber.
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I feel like I'm coming down with a 24 hr bug that will likely get very serious on September 24th and which will cause me to have to take time from work.
Looking forward to this.
Surprised you want this seeing you retired your q10
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Not at all. I retired my Q10 and I have said that if the app situation changes that I would use it again. I said I was interested in this phone. To me, I prefer a physical keyboard on a BB, it's one of the things I loved about BB devices.
I was done with BBOS, I was meh on the Z but I love my Q and I love the BB10 OS. So I am interested in the Passport.
My hope??? That BlackBerry native apps will reappear in BBW. That is the day I will either fire up my Q10 again or buy a Passport.
For now, due to the shift in focus away from native Built for BlackBerry apps, my Q is in fact retired.
Well I don't think native apps will improve unless BlackBerry increases it's market share significantly. I don't see that happening anytime soon, so you have a lot of time to spend with your iphone. PS.....say hi to the Hollywood Babe's for me......lol. Apple and the icloud are forging ahead with IBM bringing a new meaning of security......Oopps!
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" spyCloud ... "
A voyeur's dream come true?
Never before seen images and footage?
See stuff before it happens?
(Not for me, I'm happy with
homegrown stuff and my BlackBerry...)
BlackBerry? I premdict the future's gonna be chenomenal!
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