With pre-orders live, the BlackBerry Priv is closer than ever to getting into anxious buyers' hands. To further prepare for the impending full launch, BlackBerry has published several of the stock apps that will come with the smartphone on Google Play. In all, there are 6 apps to look out for, including:
- BlackBerry Launcher
- BlackBerry Keyboard
- BlackBerry Services
- Password Keeper
- BlackBerry Camera
- DTEK by BlackBerry
Keep in mind that none of these are actually installable yet, as the Priv isn't yet available. However, with the apps broken out instead of being completely embedded at the system level, BlackBerry will be free to issue updates when necessary rather than waiting for device updates. Also, this is a potential win for other Android devices as well, as we may eventually see the BlackBerry Launcher or Keyboard available for other smartphones. But only time will tell on that front.
Via: BlackBerry Central
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BlackBerry Priv stock apps go up on Google Play ahead of launch
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Will the password keeper open saved files by the blackberry 10 version ?
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There is no such thing as some apps are for flagship phones only in Android. Compatibility is based on Android Software (4.4 or 5.0) most manufacturers built apps to accommodate old phones from 2.+ etc. Second other apps are Regional restricted. Lastly the Screen resolution and sizes.
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This phone probably could've saved the company two years ago. A shame they wasted all that time on an OS nobody cared about.
Cannot wait ordered my cases today from crackberry. Good deals
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Can we have some fucken marketing already. This is insane.. run some commercials or something, anything is better then.NOTHING!!
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That would be far too sensible.
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No marketing strategy what so ever, they didn't even advertise the product on their websites the way they did with other phones. If this phone is dead on arrival you know exactly why.
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That's just not the BlackBerry way!
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I'd like to see them add BlackBerry Travel and BlackBerry Protect. Again, charge for those apps unless the device they're being downloaded onto is the Priv.
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I believe "WorldMate" on Android is same as BlackBerry Travel on Android. Maybe wrong but pretty sure. Anyone?
Posted from my Z30 with Google Play Store
They should make the apps available for all Android devices but charge a fee unless the device is "The Priv made by BlackBerry".
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Best comment ever
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Bummer, can't download them! :P
Typed using my BlackBerry Classic running 10.3.2 on WINDmobile HSPA+
I'm trying to install these using snap, for teh lulz. ;)
But i'll keep using my BlackBerry classic. :D
Typed using my BlackBerry Classic running 10.3.2 on WINDmobile HSPA+
I am sure BlackBerry will rock the android platform with innovation and more to come
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Does anyone in the know know if the Remember app is part of the BB App suite? I use that ALOT and love it.
X
a lot. :). You will find a way someday to be a Priv member.
Posted from my Z30 with Google Play Store
I want these. Id pay for them and pay for bb hub. I had to switch away from bb cuz my z10 broke. Now i want the priv but i already have a phone. :(
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Just read an interesting article on theregister.co.uk:
BB10 AND Android? How BlackBerry can have its cake and eat it
Expect GreenBerrys and BlackBerrys growing side by side
By Andrew Orlowski, 7 Jul 2015
Hope he's right, as I don't want to move away from BB10.
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One silly question, are those BB app (e.g. BB Hub and BB Keyboard) just for Priv? or all Android device can use it?
Read, read, read. Only BlackBerry's until they stop making phones I and that may never happen.
No non BlackBerry Android phone will get these certain BlackBerry apps.
Posted from my Z30 with Google Play Store
How much you wanna bet I'll get those apps on my other Android phones from day one? (when PRIV is released).
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Entertain me, how will you do that?
You'll see...
Posted from my super awesome and incredible BlackBerry Passport
Even if you do, you won't be able to update without Re -doing whatever you are doing. What a pain in opinion. Why just get a great phone that offers it as a part of OS?
You will be a select few to steal the Apps for personal use.
BlackBerry won't care about maybe a select few of you that thinks they are so smart by stealing and decoding an app. 99.9999% of Users won't be able to do what you think you can do. So a non issue. Have fun!
Posted from my Z30 with Google Play Store
I Did pre order a PRIV tho xD that's why im doing it. ¬¬
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Any idea if BlackBerry Travel will be available? This is an awesome app and should be a money maker if they updated it.
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Hooray, the amazing virtual BlackBerry keyboard is there...
Ferrari ZetaTrenta STA100-2 Versione 10.3.1.652
What blows my mind is this phone doesn't even have the latest OS!!! Why why why.... not worth it.
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Marshmallow has JUST been released...how long do you think it takes to develop the OS with all the additions that BlackBerry has had to make? They are probably working on securing it now but there is no need to rush it out.
Better to take a little longer and get it right!
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Blend and actionable toast and maybe I change
Seen the DTEK app?
looks like a security monitor.
Should be useful if it works well!
I've tried to ready through the posts so I may have overlooked my answer....but is Blend going to work with the PRIV?
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While BBRY is working with Google to bring out an Android phone with BB10 features, perhaps they can improve upon BB10's ART so as to better run Android apps. On pure BB10 phones.
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I was worried about the keyboard cause that would be sorely missing on PRIV! I actually feel excited, I c a Christmas gift!
That's a BB Keyboard app on Google Play now.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackberry.keyboard
I think .. They will not be available to other androids for a long time ..
It won't be available to any phone but BlackBerry unless BlackBerry stops making phones.
Posted from my Z30 with Google Play Store
Disappointed to learn that the Notes app syncs to MS Exchange not Evernote. I guess that makes sense though. Couldn't allow it in Play Store if it syncs to Evernote. Therefore I will be using ugly green Evernote app not BlackBerry Notes. I will however be using BlackBerry Tasks, because I use Tasks on Exchange.
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I hope they make Passport Run on android as well.
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I actually only like the qwerty keyboards on the BlackBerry. So making BlackBerry phone able to use Android is one of the best changes Chan had made. Now BlackBerry open up to all buyers and they can develop app for BlackBerry device as well. BlackBerry App + Android Apps, that's powerful.
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Buy a Priv. Won't be available on any other Android unless BlackBerry stops making phones.
Posted from my Z30 with Google Play Store
If you can't beat them, make them be like you! I think Priv is BlackBerry's way of marketing themselves to Android lovers. They are going to get people hooked on these apps but they won't have as good integration as on BB10. They should just make those apps available for all android devices.
BlackBerry Forever!
Really? Does Coke distribute it's formula? Now if you said at a cost that's slightly different. Certainly not initially anyway as that would defy conventional wisdom.
Don Diego endorses the Zed and weilds a Silver.
I think that these apps will only be for Priv at the beginning. Should the BlackBerry OS 10 be abandoned (hope not, but who knows) then they may make these apps accessible for others too.
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BlackBerry apps on Priv are forever or as long as BlackBerry runs Android. Don't hold your breath...
Posted from my Z30 with Google Play Store
When I can buy priv in malaysia?
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I'm not sure if people know this, but the curved screen also works like Samsung and it's not just curved screen.http://www.technobuffalo.com/2015/10/26/blackberry-priv-heres-how-the-cu...
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OMFG, are these available for other Android smartphone as well? Then why should I go for the PRIV? Are they trying to kill their own mobile division?
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*putsguntohead*
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Read the article again or a least a few of the posted comments.
Don Diego endorses the Zed and weilds a Silver.
Even if theyre "ONLY" for the PRIV once the device is launched, you can so easily extract the apks for everything, and then everybody will be able to install the awesomeness of BlackBerry on any Android device :) sad, but TRUE. There is no reason to buy the PRIV when all its glory will be available FOR everybody :P
Wrong!!
I think I'm going to buy this thing.
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Are you joking?
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A Monk. Read! don't be dumb
Posted from my Z30 with Google Play Store
IF the apps come to other Android devices (no word yet on whether they will or not), Priv still has much to offer. Android secured by BlackBerry, a physical slide-out keyboard, etc.
My only concern about this phone is auto focus of the camera it should be on par with the Samsung but I'm definitely going to but it! Crackberry you should make an app for android since will all be shifting gears soon some of us if not all!
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They already have an android app and have for quite awhile
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These should be available as paid apps on any android device. BB advertises itself as a service platform anyway .
BBM was also exclusive and now it's borderline irrelevant.
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LOL, ya,OK
The Z30 is unbelievable!
Does the keyboard manage up to three languages all at once?? Does the camera include the time-shift functionality?? On Google Play description it seems they don't.
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Helllllooo
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All BlackBerry should be Android!
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Why no make BlackBerry an Android!
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It's would very nice if blackberry keyboard is supported in other android devices too. I am using an device now and after using z10 for an year the hub and keyboard are the things I miss a lot. Hope they are able to give at least keyboard app to other android devices
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If you want the BlackBerry experience you buy a BlackBerry phone. Why give away one of the selling points? Likewise for the Hub, part of what BlackBerry does differently from every other manufacturer. It's things like that which are necessary when competing in the bigger market of Android devices to give people good reason to buy BlackBerry instead of the other mediocre slabs already available. I appreciate your sentiment that you miss BlackBerry features when using Android, but that's why the Priv was created so you can have the best of both but it stays with Blackberry.
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Agreed!
The Z30 is unbelievable!
I wished there would have been the pictures viewer app, with integrated story maker and automatic stories. Or is this part of the camera app?
I am waiting for priv. Blackberry phone hope it's soon
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Why give these 6 apps out to all android users. What's the point now of getting the Priv if I can download BlackBerry keyboard and DTEK to any other android with higher specs. BlackBerry your screwed up on this one hard!
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/developer?id=BlackBerry+Limited
By now, pretty much the WHOLE Suite is out... but till now there is no way to install them.... im dying to try the launcher and the hub
'Why give these 6 apps out to all android users. What's the point now of getting the Priv if I can download BlackBerry keyboard and DTEK to any other android with higher specs. BlackBerry your screwed up on this one hard!'
They didn't. You screwed up your understanding of what's going on.
Such a diplomatic answer, lol
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For the love of god
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Don't be dumb. Read article. Only for Priv! Good try
Posted from my Z30 with Google Play Store
Viewing the Play from my laptop it shows they are also bringing the Contacts app to Android/Priv. If it actually works for Android I am going to be pissed.
Does anyone read before they post and start asking questions :/
Apparently not.
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I'm pretty sure that a lot of these guys are being purposely ignorant.
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I'm so happy to see password keeper on that list. That alone might make me think about the change once my contract is due.
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Hub, Calendar, Contacts, etc. are all listed now, as well.
Wish I could figure out a way to download the .apks :)
They wouldn't work anyway.
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How do you know that?
Go buy a PRIV!
Soon!
Just need Root, I can't since I'm on BES12 and will get flagged as rooted but if anyone is has root just install Market Helper or modify the build.prop
well, anyone that have already the Priv demo devices can login to the play store (or give us the Device ID) and download the APKs and then upload it so we could investigate on how and if possible to put those APKs on other Androids.
I think it's just a matter of time before someone will get the APP files, the question is, once you have the apks will you be able to install it? Well if so, then Priv is fukced.
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I don't understand how many people here don't understand that those apps are completely 100 percent exclusive to the blackberry priv. (for now anyways...) they are there to provide faster updates if needed to the priv if there are any emergency or just plain old updates... Some people need to calm down and process what they are reading rather than just assuming and skimming through the title and first few sentences...
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Lucky for other Android users get to use the keyboard for free
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Are you sure about that?
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Wrong
The Z30 is unbelievable!
Also by having it as an APP it exposes what the Priv will do to people searching Apps.
I see this as a win win for BlackBerry. Faster updates and more exposure of the different functions.
Won't be long before everybody wants one.
Long term I see more people loving the pkb especially those having heavy texting or email requirements. And the awareness of OS BB10. Yes, BB10 will be around and grow stronger as BlackBerry becomes popular.
PIN 2COF829A
Please post the apks asap!!!!!! Would look so good on my OnePlus one
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The apk's won't work anyway. Sorry.
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My prayers have been answered with that keyboard app
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For the Priv I assume. :). Because only BlackBerry's get the BlackBerry VKB including Priv..
Posted from my Z30 with Google Play Store
Did anyone notice DTEK's last screenshot? You can change what an app can access! No need to rush through MM anymore.
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Good eye! Great feature, makes you wonder if the DTEK app already provides what many people expect Marshmallow to ADD to the Priv (i.e. App permissions?) Of course, there's still Doze, but I think this is still enough to hold most of us over until Marshmallow is released on the Priv, assuming it's not launched with it (unlikely, but who knows?)
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Wait, I went back and looked at the image again, it's just to turn on notifications for app access, not actual toggling of access. Darn, so close...
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I just don't get it, why can't blackberry make a Priv running bbry10. I have the passport and I love everything about it. I have a iphone for games and "apps" but bbry is MY phone!!! If they are already making the Priv would it be sooo difficult to make a bbry10 version?? It pisses me off so much!! I would love imporved devices running bbry 10!! What a shame!!
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Think so, too.
This is diabolical. This is why he did not want to say anything about privacy from Google's data mining.
All BlackBerry Priv users will have to register with GOOGLE.
Chen is delivering all converts from BB10 to Google.
Of course these apps will eventually be available for other android devices, just like BBM is.
Chen wants to turn BlackBerry in a software company. They sell BES12 to all android and IoS enterprise users.
Why would they not do the same with some phone apps?
He couldn't care less if Priv and hardware gets discontinued. All he needed to do was to bridge the current enterprise and government users and not to turn them off.
Ahhhhhh, oh nooooo, looook out, it's the GOOGLE monster!!!!!!!! Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!
It's called monopoly. You cannot opt out of Google if you use the Priv.
Are you this blind? There is no demand for that, obviously.
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With the success and integration of BB10 features into the #PRIV and future BlackBerry Android devices there will be no need for BB10 so it will be maintenance and support only for those that refuse to switch. That will also end at some point.
The Z30 is unbelievable!
I assume these are native apps and not ports of some sort.
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Yes, native Android apps.
Will the keyboard allow 2 languages to run at the same time like BB10?
Awesome! These will be on my Nexus 7!
Posted from my Q10 via the power of "Q"
Not if BlackBerry had them locked to their phones and don't release for others it won't lol
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Well, if they are on Google Play, then they should be accessible to all.
Posted from my Q10 via the power of "Q"
This is interesting:
MicrosoftexFAT for BlackBerry
Maybe because BB formatted SD Cards don't work well on Android????
Ah I think it's to format 2TB SD Cards....
What's the little orange "briefcase" icon on the Hub icon on the Launcher???
Android for Work.
dguy123:
No.
-BRJ
Ohhhh. It's the older version letting bb10 devices 'blend' on Android, not a new 'blend' for priv.
:'(
My bad.
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I have one question. Does the Priv come with BlackBerry Picture Password app?
Rock'n the awesome Z30 STA100-5 on 10.3.2.2474
Yes, it's confirmed
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Sorry if this is a double post...
But... has anyone read the description for the BlackBerry keyboard? It's an add for the Priv :)
And if you scroll down to see other apps from the same author, there be BlackBerry Blend!
Didn't think blend was coming, but there it is.
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Wow, nice! Blend is fantastic.
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Cool.
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Priv a security chip to attest that the phones OS has not been compromised, that is unique. It is not common run of the mill Android hardware, it is designed with security in mind.
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Cant wait to get these on my Nexus 6! Missing the keyboard off my old Z30.
You won't. At least not any time soon.
:) Just be happy with your Nexus 6 or get a Priv.
Never! Buy a Pruv!
Posted from my Z30 with Google Play Store
So many of the comments here are flippin' absurd! Complaining about this? BlackBerry should launch its own app store? What are you people smoking?
This is EXCELLENT AND VERY EXCITING NEWS. BlackBerry is doing this right.
My god people if you don't understand Google and how Android words, maybe ask, rather than declaring BlackBerry "stupid", when you're truly clueless.
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Lol!! Pure craziness.
I highly doubt the apps will be available for all or else what's the point of the Priv
I see this more like Samsung Apps
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You got it.. They're not intended for other devices. They're specifically for Priv. That's not to say others might find ways to have them on other devices but that's not the intent. For all intents and purposes, these apps will 'officially' only be available for Priv.
Lol copying and pasting now bla1ze?
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Seems easier than typing it out every. single. time. lol
Are you using Clipman for that :)?
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If people patch and manipulate to get on Android devices that are not PRIV they will never get updates. Also it will be very difficult to do all this. Kind of like getting Play Store today on a BlackBerry 10... 99.9999% will never be able to install BlackBerry Suite products on their Android...
Posted from my Z30 with Google Play Store
It's true, you cannot install it on other android devices. I tried it from nexus and it says device is not compatible. It seems like only works with Priv
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I REALLY hope the blackberry keyboard and it's prediction/ correction become available for other devices. I have an Android with FreedomPop I use or sporting, camping etc. And I loathe its input!
Crack-a-lackin' since '08
Buy a PRIV!
:
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Did anyone notice the VKB next word predictions are incorrect? One picture shows "Ph " but the words being predicted are not on the next letter to complete the word
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But all those words start with photo, so the suggestions start where the difference starts. PhotoS, PhotoGenic, and photoN :)
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Long live #blackberry!
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This is such a nice mix of Android and blackberry. I can't wait for the reviews so I can decide if this will be my next phone.
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Some have 100-500 downloads already...Bla1ze, have you tried updating this way with your Priv yet? :D
Unless he's a bl00dy octopus, he won't need more than 1 download :)
BlackBerry/Google employees and worldwide media under NDA? It's possible, yeah.
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My heart skipped a beat when I saw the BlackBerry virtual keyboard App. Yes! I was worried about that.
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Doesn't anyone else thinks it's strange that with these apps appearing and the Priv pre-order hype starting, that the actual phone has yet to be reviewed?!
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Apps are just for Priv. To auto update via Google Play Store. . Nobody here using other Android devices should think about getting excited. You want BlackBerry features? BUY a BlackBerry! In this case the BlackBerry Priv!
Posted from my Z30 with Google Play Store
Cool!
Impressive...good for my portfolio.
CA Governor on Passport SE
Considering the way they did and wrote the apps description, I would say they are Google play apps for BlackBerry phones only.
Posted with Z30!
Can people not read. They are exclusively for the toilet I mean Priv and uploaded in Google Play so that BB can update them exclusively without any carrier involvement etc. Just like HTC and Samsung and other manufacturers etc have their applications on the Google Play store exclusively for their phone so they could easily update them
Posted via the CrackBerry App from my extinct BB Z30 RIP Blackberry
Blackberry Content Transfer App in BlackBerry world is new.
Q5 OS10.3.2.2474
Downloaded it already and waiting for my Priv to arrive. :)
Great
Q5 OS10.3.2.2474
Now if they get BlackBerry Travel on the list and File Manager, it would be great!
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Yes. File Manager with the cloud computing plug-ins like DropBox and Box is excellent. One of the reasons I love BB10. I think BlackBerry Travel, as well.
File Manager completely unnecessary. Plenty of Android apps do the same already (except desktop computer integration).
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Unnecessary? Maybe, but so would the BlackBerry Camera, no? Another option, particularly with remote file access built in, would be heavenly.
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Well, that's a pretty big piece to be missing isn't it?
I love having access to my computer's files wherever I am.
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YES to BlackBerry Travel. Please!!!!
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You know BlackBerry Travel is just a rebranded World Mate, yeah?
It's about time BlackBerry starts making apps after all they are a software company! I wonder how I'm going to feel if and when I get the Priv? Am I going to keep switching to my other bb10 devices or is that one going to cut it? Only time will tell but I'm not ready to let go my SE or classic I got rid of the leap and I liked that one a lot it actually made me want to give the z30 another chance
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Some really stupid people on here today...
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Everyday. Lol.
Passport (red)/Z30-5/Z10-3/Nexus 5 (6.0)
I wouldn't call them stupid per se, more so speaking/typing before they read/think. We're all guilty of that from time to time.
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Just not nearly as often as most of the posts on this thread.
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+1
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Blaze just get your review out! Soon you will have nothing to reveal lol
Passport SE
Oh, there's lots to reveal. ;)
Argh!!!
My tombstone shall read:
Here lies 00stryder
11/18/87 - 10/31/15
Died because he couldn't take the Priv launch any longer, and the perpetual teasing from Bla1ze quickened the process.
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We just want to see the phone dude. Well me at least. Lol only reveal the PHONE
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When do we get to see your review?
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Put huge costs for them in g play, and let them free for priv owners:)
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I wish I just posted on articles without reading them.
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They say ignorance is bliss ;)
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Why didn't BlackBerry just make their own little app store, like 1mobile market, and update their apps from there??
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I was thinking the same thing, BlackBerry World for Android.
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So they should build their own app store for 5 apps? Really?
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Port BlackBerry World over to Android and you're already there.
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because access to 3rd party app stores is turned off by default in Android as part of its security scheme. Why would Blackberry want to subvert that.
They can and have restricted the apps in the Playstore to compatible devices which means other Android devices won't even see the apps.
Dude, such a good idea!
They should also try making their own operating system too!
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Lololololol
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And further add to the rampant fragmentation on Android? Why? When it's much easier/simpler to host it in Google's official app store. Keep in mind, they are apparently working together.
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See my comment above.
Because they want to make sure that everybody who has the Priv needs to open a Google account to receive updates of BlackBerry apps!
No google account no privileges.
Isn't that a stupid move????
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They are only available for the priv.
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But once someone dl them, on the priv, then they will be all over the place in seconds.
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Um that could be said for every paid app on any app store.
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Um, no? They key is that you need the GsfID from a PRIV device. As soon as one is available, it does not have to be a floating APK. You can just use that GsfID to keep downloading the latest versions directly from the Google Play Store using APK Downloader.
Then again, there is that whole hardware authentication thing that we keep hearing about... how much do you want to bet that that level of security goes all the way up to the app level? Particularly if BlackBerry is making apps specifically for the work space? Would be silly if such apps were easily compromised...
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They're not intended for other devices. They're specifically for Priv. That's not to say others might find ways to have them on other devices, but that's not the intent. For all intents and purposes, these apps will 'officially' only be available for Priv.
Am I right to conclude that it also means that you HAVE TO OPEN A GOOGLE PLAY account to be able to have any updates from BlackBerry of the blackberry apps on the Priv?
In other words, you buy the Priv, there is no way to avoid Google.
You cannot root the phone and you cannot use BlackBerry apps if you do not register with google.
Can't see why it would be any different than BlackBerry World, need a BlackBerry ID for BB world, I would imagine you would need a Google Play account for Android
There is a reason why we use and trust BlackBerry and not Google. BlackBerry has not made money to my knowledge from data mining.
I have for the first time bought a MacBook. I can use it although I am not registered with Apple and I have no apple account. It seems to me that now BlackBerry is worse than apple in terms of privacy!
I cannot use the Priv unless I give Google all my data!
Not good, nor OK, even by Canadian privacy rules.
Hopefully someone will sue, like they did in Europe.
Oh well, one more reason not to buy the priv
(Breathe, 00stryder, just breathe...)
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+1 LOL. Amazing how some people make it through the day
The Z30 is unbelievable!
I know, right? How these people can walk, talk AND breathe all at the same time is nothing short of a miracle!
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Lol..
Vincent, don't be dumb. Unless you own Priv Nobody get anything BlackBerry. EVER!
Posted from my Z30 with Google Play Store
But we new that
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Requires android 5 and up.
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If I'm reading this correctly, these apps will not be readily installed on the Priv when buyer receives it? Like you actually have to make an install?? Why? Why do that?
And why make them available at the store if they cannot be used by other Android phones?
This generates more questions than answers. This really needs clarification.
They are preinstalled. This is just so the apps can be updated just like how Google apps get updated.
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I admire your restraint!
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Lol
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+10
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+1
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Read the article again based on your comments it is clear you just skimmed the article then commented which is ridiculous... to make things easy for you though: the apps are only available on the Priv and yes they come pre installed BlackBerry uploaded them onto Google play so that they can issue updates to the apps without having to wait for carriers to release actual OS updates and no other devices as of now are able to download these apps. Use some intelligence people and read the article properly before making silly comments.
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Do some OEM's who use android get to skip the carriers when sending out updates (i.e. Like Apple with ios)? Is there a chance BlackBerry can just push security updates in the future without going through the carrier?
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No clarification needed, just some reading and the ability to comprehend what you've read
The Z30 is unbelievable!
Will we be getting Story Maker on the Priv?
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Has anyone actually used story maker at all in the history of BB10?!
*raises hand*
Actually made a pretty awesome engagement video before I got married, at the time it impressed a lot of iOS and Android users I know.
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I used it to make a story board of my daughter getting her face painted like a tiger set to that music from Kill Bill (Battle without honour or humanity by Tomoyasu Hotei). It was actually pretty awesome. You gotta be creative. I also use the Time Shift feature any time I take a sitting photo of my kids cos that's the only way I can get a photo of them both smiling or even looking at the camera at the same time.
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Hell yeah.
Don Diego endorses the Zed and weilds a Silver.
Yes I have Its one of my favorite Apps
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I just happened to have a look in the Carphone Warehouse In Belfast city centre today and they have BlackBerry Leap, Passport & Classic on display which I haven't seen in other Carphone Warehouse Stores since the Z10 & Q10 and the sales guy was over to me like a shot to promote the Priv. He said to come back in about 2 weeks to get a look at it when it's released and he really tried to sell the phone. Glad to see that Carphone Warehouse are going to promote the Priv and not just hide them away in the stock room.
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Perfect example of how ALL salesman around the world should be about ALL products in cell phone stores.. too bad that's not the case, at least in the US..
Posted on my New BlackBerry Classic
+1
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Brilliant, sounds promising all other BlackBerry bb10 devices will be sit next to the PRIV on displayed.
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Is blackberry going to held an event for BlackBerry priv launch!?
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I wonder if a bb10 device, will be able to video chat with BlackBerry priv via bbm?
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The absence of a separate BBM app listed is not reassuring (i.e. it'll be the same apk as the general Android app, which doesn't appear to be getting an update anytime soon).
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And no indication that it even comes with the Priv.
True, though I'm sure BlackBerry will be pushing their software suite hardcore with the Priv release so I'm assuming they'd at least pre-load it before launch. If the carriers can do it, why not the designer/manufacturer?
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Once the Priv has launched BlackBerry will have an incentive to keep the Android BBM app up to date ie. it will directly affect one of their own products. I suspect someone will try to crack the apps but with Blackberry security and potential breaches of copyright it's a battle not worth fighting. Chen did say there would only be an Android device if BlackBerry could secure it, there is a massive reputation to uphold so don't think for a second that this is a half-arsed job.
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Password Keeper!!! Yasss! Now, I wonder if dark theme will be available?!
I will be a Priv'ateer!! Pre Order done!!!!
I think if the keyboard will be available for free, I might well just buy HTC one and install the keyboard app. I can live without the hub.
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It's not free. These are only for the priv so they can get updates without carrier involvement.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
I hope you are right about that, otherwise there will not be much stuff exclusive for this phone. Also you may never know but you will find some developers Crack the apps and make them work on other phone lol it would be really funny if that happens.
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Well that's a brilliant idea!
Posted using the best phone ever, the Z30!
It's really cool that the Priv's best features are now going to be apps available for any android phone out there, and for free. Seriously is BlackBerry working for their opponents or something? What is the bloody point of doing this?!?!
Forgive my typos, I don't look when I type
These are only for the priv. It says compatible device not found for anything else.
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
its not free... its restricted to the Priv at the moment... and most likely will be offered in the BlackBerry experience suite which is payed...
Le sigh, reading is fundamental.
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I think you would have to repeat that a few hundred more times Dave, I can guarantee it will be asked again, over and over don't think it set in as yet.
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+1
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Only BlackBerry Android devices get the updates. Means if PRIV successful more BlackBerry Android devices will follow up coming to market.
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Elop!
So they aren't built into the phone OS because they want to be able to update them at will? Great idea! No waiting for carriers to release updates so everybody can get them instantly!
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They probably are built into the phone as well. It's just for updates.
I want bbry experience suite.
.. now
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
Nov 6th...buy the PRIV!
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