If you were hoping for new device news to come out of the BlackBerry Security Summit, BlackBerry CEO John Chen put an end to that possibility early on during the event. However, we do now know when to expect some.
"People always ask me about handsets, but we do a lot more than handsets." "We are becoming a strong professional services provider," said Chen. "We believe everything we do is going to be important to the industry." noting the handset business is doing fine, but this is the last time he was going to talk about it during the Summit.
According to John Chen, next week will be the time to discuss new devices and for that, his colleague Ralph Pini, Chief Operating Officer and General Manager for Devices will be handling the conversations.
Reader comments
BlackBerry will discuss new devices next week
What are the chances of getting an OS changeover on a Passport to Android? Is that possible? How can I have the best of both worlds? I LOVE my Passport, but want the Playstore - and NO not via Amazon Appstore - that sucks @$$ just as much as FB on BB10!
I would love to see whole line up of devices : a Classic 2, Passport 2, Z30 Mark II, and a Priv, Rome, Hamburg. All devices running on a choice of BB10 or Android.
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I keep holding on, waiting, wishing, wanting.
Nothing like taking out your BlackBerry device in front of your friends, and they laugh at you for still using a relic.
They proceed to pop open app after app, that you can't use, and laugh more while turning your face into a unicorn spitting tomatoes.
I shouldn't have to feel ashamed to take out my phone! Come on BlackBerry! Get with the program!
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I hope we get to see an all touch high end BlackBerry running Android.
@Nick: Congratulations
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Just keep whatsapp and facebook continuing for bb10.That is enough.
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How he is talking in this article is why the headset business doesn't do well. He never trys to hype it up. No ads. No encouraging words or anything. If he doesn't put true effort into it BlackBerry will never make it in the headset business again. The common consumer doesn't really care about BlackBerry's software business.
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BlackBerry doesn't care about the common consumer. It's not their target market. It's surprising readers here still haven't grasped that.
Mr Chen messes thing up every time He opens his mouth so it's best that he keeps shut. BB10/QNX, BB10 devices, Security and even services are kind of glued together. Un-gluing them will bring the company down. That's what mr Chen is facing now. The public and developers need to be fed with the idea that BB1/QNX is the OS of the future so mr Chen either hasn't figure out how to do that or doesn't care. Blackberry needs to Advertise". Even a similar ad to Apple 1984, explaining, even play with the fear of security. How about mention all the Malware, Viruses etc that have infected the Android an even the iOS phones.
OK, I think at this point it should be a relief that they are announcing any new phones at all. I mean, should we really be worried about whether it's gonna have BB10 or not? Who cares? I'd like to see it but there is no money in it for them, and I'd rather see them succeed than fade away. I don't give a **** if it's running Windows 95 as long as it keeps them in the hardware business.
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Well that should be interesting.
Going going gone, end it now so we can make informed choices
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I am looking forward to a new bb10 device. I don't need it to run android apps, in fact I prefer that it didn't.
I just need a solid business phone.
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Do you have the Passport?
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why not follow iPhone 5se and launch bb10 Classic SE with bigger screen, touch keyboard, camera, etc.
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Interesting how this will pan.....out.
I don't think that Blackberry will ever learn anything about product launch. Look at Samsung, they have sent out invitation for the Galaxy Note 7 launch to the whole world and entire industry is talking about it. News and leaks are spreading like wildfire, Blackberry's new phone will be burnt like one of the Chinese OEM launches their cheap android phone.
Blackberry is famous for its keyboard, why they need to launch an android based full touch screen phone while the market is already flooded with lot of choices? Instead, they could keep the media busy with leaked Physical keyboard phones?! There is no one now at present in this area, and BB could take advantage of it and lead the market.
Even if they believe, this new phone can be a good option to consumers, why they can't send invitation earlier to let all the sites have a talk about it.? or Postpone their launch date after Samsung event. Geez, I don't know what's going on the people's brain in Blackberry.
They don't have the money for a glitzy launch like Samsung does.
To be or not to be.
Shakespeare could have written Chen's smartphone business pla.n
Those who wants Privacy they ll definitely go for BlackBerry. And for android or any other if not.
BlackBerry is the best when it comes to its creativity and security
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Is it possible that BB10 could get Google play services? Or is that still out of the question?
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Not possible at all.
"People always ask me about handsets, but we do a lot more than handsets."
Well John, it's what consumers are most interested in hearing about. Focus on that. Security is important and all, but it's smartphone talk that actually gets people hyped.
Give me the same style as the priv but with out the keyboard, BB10 os with Google play services, and for god sakes enough with the 2MP front facing camera, should be a minimum of 8MP by now. I like the Priv, but do not like Marshmallow os... not really feeling it.
It's good to discus something irrelevant at a time when things become relevant.
Good on chen. Security summit doesn't mean devices, it means SECURITY. Staying relevant and focused is key.
Typed using my QNX powered BlackBerry Classic running 10.3.2.2876 on WINDmobile HSPA+
Give me a BlackBerry running android with picture password. Good battery life and pokemon go.
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Pokemon GO is available for the priv, fyi.
Typed using my QNX powered BlackBerry Classic running 10.3.2.2876 on WINDmobile HSPA+
I'd would have a priv if people didn't complain so much about the battery.
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Priv has a much better battery than the Sony Z5 or the LG G4.
A bold or q10 with Android and sold.
Chen just keeps pushing device release dates further and further ahead. Gut feeling is there isn't going to be any more. Thinking more and more to move on to other devices.
I'm loyal to BlackBerry. And as a loyalist, I will support whatever decision they make with their devices. I already bought a Priv and the next device after that will be the Mercury for me!
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Why they have to wait a week ?
He learnt from last year not to go for the device eg Priv
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We're waiting to see and hear about new device. But running BlackBerry 10. Please. Android is very where.
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Sounds like they are only making android devices... boooo! Boooo! #makeblackberrygreatagain please new blackberry 10 devices!!
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Who cares!
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Passport 2: BB12 please
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"Discuss" new devices next week, not "announce". More talk from BlackBerry which always is preferable to silence on the subject.
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Worth waiting
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My Treo was the best hand held device, followed by my Classic. Everything else is just an iphone or android want to be. Where are the real keyboards?
I just hope that next week, the name of the device or devices is not BlackBerry.
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No matter what flavor of BlackBerry you like...it's a good time to like BlackBerry handsets. Lots of good deals on them out there, BB10 and Android.
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BlackBerry 10! #thebettermousetrap
No app gap for me, just business.
Z30 10.3.2.858 USA
Yeah new BlackBerry 10 devices!
In the android space you get amazing devices for 400$ ( ZTE Axon 7 , One plus 3, etc) with full blown specs.
OKay, just the Snapdragon 820 SoC but with 6GB / 4GB RAM they should run smooth with Android Nougat.
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There plenty of people who still think that the BB is only making devices that are running BB10, who therefore shy away from the Priv. This is because they need apps that are not available or soon won't be available on BB10 phones. The perception needs to be changed with an aggressive and clear marketing message so people know what they are getting, whether they get a BB android device or a BB10 device.
BlackBerry 10 Device!
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Is this the same "next week" like the "mid July" official Blackberry Radar launch?
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Didn't Mr. Chen want to say: "We believe everything we do NOT do is going to be important to the industry."? :-)
On a more serious note. I wonder what is Mr. Pini's role in this puppetry. If he announces Android devices only I'm afraid it will be not only the end of BB10 but also the end of BlackBerry as we know it.
It's in a fluid reactionary transition, so nobody knows this Chenned BlackBerry yet.
Passport/SQW100-3 .2876 CB10
"It's the end of the world as we know it...and I feel fine."
Posted via BlackBerry Priv STV100-1
Many predicted the Priv would be the end of BlackBerry. It wasn't.
Price aside, if more people would just give priv a shot they could be impressed with how nice it is. I'm not a fan at all of Google snoop practices but I try to minimize their involvement in my phone use as much as possible. I loved my z30 and bb10 but Dadgummit stuff has to work. The browser on the passport is the same one that my z30 has and it can't be running perfectly. Some using it may be satisfied with it but it's definitely not up to snuff.
Posted with my shiny new Priv
Dear People. BlackBerry10 will never get the apps, unless a miracle occurs.
Look at the billion dollar company called Microsoft. If they can't make a mobile OS work with thier billions of dollars. Then what makes YOU think BlackBerry can with thier measly 2 or so billion.
I thought it long had been established that the users left still on the BB10 ship were those of us that aren't looking for those missing apps.
Now, the number of people keeps getting smaller and BlackBerry might decide it's not worth it to appease us, but let a brotha dream!
Passport/SQW100-3 .2876 CB10
The week after next week, they will say... we'll launch a new midrange device in 6 months with spec outdated for only 500$ us.
When you take a look at gsmarena, every week, a ton of new device... Chen should not only say they are softwares, they should pull the plug on handset.
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Passport stock is almost gone and Classic allready so I think there is a need for a new BB10 device but please renama BBOS in 12 with only new icons and chromecast support or something
Also renama Android in BlackBerry Secured Android
I don't think there will be much to mention. Two new Android devices, the second one coming sometime next year, I guess. No OS10 in the near future. 10.3.3 possibly postponed.
They also could have mentioned the end of classic next week at the same time following with planned devices.
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I can't believe people are still holding onto BB10..LOL
So @Bla1ze, if Next Saturday at 11:59pm is too late, when would be an approx time for us to hear about the new devices?
Why not? BB10 is the best OS available.
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An blackberry 10 OS device could run android apps normally would be great!
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BB10 only for me plzzzzz...
Eveready Z10
Zed Five O for me, please...
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As long as Pini's best words about the device aren't that it 'runs Google' this launch effort should be a vast improvement. That, and PLEASE BlackBerry this time come up with some device names people aren't ashamed to say in public.
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Passport with android on it would be great..
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It would be... if they get apps to run on wide screen resolution
Show off the SE Passport!
Sent from a Silver Passport.
I don't know why BB10 die-hards don't just give the Priv a try. I moved from a Passport to a Priv and it has been a great experience. I keep forgetting that the Priv is an Android device because of the smooth implementation of the built-in BlackBerry app suite and the PKB. It doesn't make any sense to keep BB10 development going since you will never get the developers onside.
Let's face it, there are two platforms out there, Android and iOS. Even Windows 10 Mobile is almost dead, unless Microsoft can pull off the Surface Phone (which I hope they do). In the world of software, there are always two or three dominant platforms like Windows, MacOS and Linux, in that order... and Android, iOS and Windows 10 Mobile.
From a developer standpoint, coding for Android and iOS is enough. Imagine the resources to code for Android, iOS, BB10 and Windows 10 Mobile? All the device, screen, RAM, input and processor differences? And for what? 1% market share for BB10 and Windows 10 Mobile, combined?
A diverse market is in everyone's interest. I'm not just talking smartphones either.
I like my coffee BlackBerry® black! What?
Priv is quite nice, nicer after the Marshmallow update.
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Sure. Coding for a dominant platform (or duopoly) is every developer's dream.
Come on.
Competition is great. Not only for developers.
BlackBerry 10 is not competition.
More is lost by indecision than the wrong decision...
They need to decide in which manner they wish to proceed once and for all. Personally I'd like to see OS10 devices with built in Google services to appease both the native BlackBerry fans as well as the "lack of apps" concerns . I think that would satisfy the majority of existing fans and also entice new ones.
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It'll never happen, bro.
If their myopic views are as negative as yours then I suppose not.
Gotta agree with Birdman, it would be nice to see happen, but I wouldn't hold my breath....
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Droidberry is NOT BlackBerry.
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New device? We need the Priv released here already (Indonesia).
The best part of the story is that Chen himself will NOT be handling the new device announcements.
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I think I agree. Put someone in there who is genuinely excited with talking about both BB10 and Droid devices just as policy stands. No one sided crap or non answers. Talk about BB10 support and how Blackberry is helping devs.
Sent from a Silver Passport.
I hope it isn't android device
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CrackBerry nation should have low expectations. I suspect prices will be higher than expected and distribution will be very limited to blackberry.com, amazon.com and maybe one or two other places.
Priv sales have been highly disappointing so I doubt carriers are going to be carrying these new phones.
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We need a new classic running Android with the same keyboard.
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What the **** is next week?? Why not tell us today?
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Because their focus is now software and services!!!
Phones are just a distraction to where they are going...
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I don't understand. There will not be another BB10 handset. There will not be an Android Passport. There will not be an ART update. There will only be Android powered handsets if they sell in sufficient quantities. Stop asking for thing that will not happen.
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Cannot wait for the next device.
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Is there an event or press conference planned for next week? Or at some point during the remainder of July? I am curious as to the forum Pini will use to discuss the new devices.
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Chen doesn't stop to amaze me: he's intrigued that people keep asking him about devices...
Of course people are interested in devices. BlackBerry name was built on devices! Now he's trying to change it because he was not able to do anything to revive that side of business.
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It's an evolving and growing business with shareholders and employees they are responsible for. They need to follow the money to stay alive. Talking about devices when they are, I'm sure, at a Corp enterprise level telling everyone they aren't just devices anymore, is a stupid call. They need to appear as a mature software organization, not as a failing smart phone organization.
Business strategy is important here. They need to show strength on the software side if they ever want to be a real player in that space.
I agree with the comments about the theme and focus of the Security Summit as primary. One other thought is timing the media news cycle. The Security Summit will not receive media attention. The top stories dominating the news cycle in the U.S. This week is presidential conventions. I see the value of choosing the right timing for a new product announcement to benefit the most from press releases and media coverage for new BlackBerry tech.
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Guess we will see the news on "Android Central"!
Posted via CB10 on my ClassicSQC100-1/10.3.2.2876
Lol
They would be better qualified.
Well, they have more experience with Android devices than CB.
I'm sure the new devices will have more in common with other Android devices than it does with previous BlackBerry devices that CB has experience with.
Right up AndroidCentral's alley.
Passport/SQW100-3 .2876 CB10
I have some experience. Members of my family have used Android since 2010. As such, I learned to provide them with technical support when needed.
So do most of us.
We're multi-platform geeks, just that for personal use we prefer BB10.
We do live in the real world and do have our family members rely on us to troubleshoot their iOS, Android and Windows devices lol.
Still, that shouldn't compare to the expertise to those who have made a living off of being Android 'experts' on an Android dedicated blog.
Unless... you're inferring they aren't really that high on the expert scale over at Android Central lol
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Never!
So the summit is about security.
Then if the focus is about software that integrates with all devices, it's usually good to know
they are not wasting their time.
IE, I don't think it would be good for Blackberry business to hear they are spending cycles making software for
Windows CE, Symbios, or any dead OS.
A curious question is "What platforms is Blackberry spending R&D and software cycles on". If they are vague,
then they do not have a clear vision. Very bad for them if so.
Just one new BB10 device would be nice.......!
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A New Passport 2 OS 10 Please!!!
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Never
Not to worry there will be at least one in 2017
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Yaaaaay
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I bought I BlackBerry Passport SE on Amazon prime day, and waiting for Mercury or possible bb10 handsets. People just reject BlackBerry brand phone most of time. They need to market the **** out.
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I guess marketing is a new concept for them.....
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How about we discuss it now while some people stilll give a ****?
If they are trying to discuss again only Android devices they can discuss on their own or just leave the smartphone business. There is no need for even more overpriced and outdated Android Hardware. What I need is a successor for my BlackBerry Passport.
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Ouch...
Sad but true
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Completely agree.
Passport/SQW100-3 .2876 CB10
Yeah! The same goes here :)
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Same here!!
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Absolutely agree with you ... but wait ... I will be need a successor for my Z10.
If you do not need Andriod then you don't need apps. What is wrong with just buying another passport if there is somehow wrong with your current one. What are you complaining about? Passport on BB10 is perfect. Now if you want an all touch screen then you have a point. Z 30 was never replaced and discontinued.
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I have to take some issue with this. The Passport has excellent specs, considering what's required to run BB10, great screen, great PPI, great battery...if you DON'T want a Passport 2 running Android, then what's the rush on a PP 2 running BB10? Just enjoy easily another few years out of your device :D
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Anticipating something better and less stressful than what I have already .
Please do something about keeping the bb10 alive and also continuing whatsapp and facebook for bb10 devices.
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So he says BlackBerry is more about devices, but he continues to put so much resources in devices, even though it is under-performing. So what is it Chen? Devices or software?
He can be both. Companies diversify their portfolio to mitigate risk.
Absolutely!
I like my coffee BlackBerry® black! What?
There's a lot of risk in devices, obviously.
He hasn't been doing very well with both. Software has improved, handsets, well that cat is on it's 9th life. I really hope they can pull this one through though.
Given BlackBerry's track record, the earliest would be next Friday. However I place all my bet on weeks after next week, finger crossed!
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You are so correct, anything they say is always on the very last day possible.
Next week means right at the very end like Friday night just before Saturday starts, lol
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How about a BlackBerry Android Image for the existing Passport or at least an ART update to support Android 6 api on BB10? Mine is still doing very well and I plan to keep on using it until it dies. Also the specs are still fine. This would be a simple cost effective solution to some people that depend on Whatsapp and other apps which are slowly dying on BB10. And i'm saying this with a sad eye since I very much like bB10 but I need to fit into my environment with the phone (Employer that does not support Bb10 devices on its network and family that is only using whatsapp :-( ). if that's not possible I need to chase alternatives which for sure would be a BlackBerry Android with PKB to not completely need to turn against BlackBerry (Yes i'm a shareholder).
Just a few wishes or so...
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They can't do any of what you ask as long as they have the Priv with full Android and Google Services.
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"People always ask me about handsets, but we do a lot more than handsets." "We are becoming a strong professional services provider," said Chen. "We believe everything we do is going to be important to the industry."
Mr. Chen you are right! However, old habits die hard. :-)
Who? Bla1ze?
Posted with my loyal Z30
I've penciled in next Saturday at 11.58pm PST to hear about these devices.
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You're going to be late if you're just looking to hear about them. ;)
If they announce new devices next week it will be first time they keep devices so secret... this is Oudini Strategy. Disappear here to reappear there.
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You know the date! You sly, sly fox you!
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Classic BlackBerry! Sooo frustrating! You know people are eager to hear about it so why not just drop the details already??? It isn't like everything will change in exactly 1 week. If it's ready to discuss in exactly 1 week, it's ready to discuss now!
Maybe trying to emphasize that BlackBerry isn't all about handsets anymore. So trying to put some distinctive space between services and handsets?
I don't know, but I'm getting impatient!
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They're trying to keep the conversation focused on BlackBerry Security not handsets. It is a security summit afterall, sponsored by Samsung + Microsoft to name a few who probably want to remain neutral on the device front at a BB event.
BlackBerry probably wants to keep the culture focused on security rather than releasing devices, which there are plenty of events for, so in spirit of that are playing by their own rules. If they started to use this security summit as a platform to release smartphones their guest simply won't want to participate anymore but if they're transparent in the focus they will develop greater trust in the industry.
I heard James likes cheetos.
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Yeah, another classic for the 100 or 200 people who want it!
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I can't agree with you. It's a basic premise of successful strategy to remain focused on a given objective. Today is about the non-device side of BlackBerry's business. As stated it's about security. Any announcements that come out today should be about that. By the way, having one focus is key to effective story telling and branding. It's about time BlackBerry maintained discipline in this area as it's the only way to see the BlackBerry Story told properly. Next week - devices. (Also a good thing to see Pini handling that as well).
Passport V2 with Android pls!
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Hopefully a better replacement for passport!
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My Passport is still running quite well. And the SE is even nicer looking...
Want, want, want...
Hopefully a Passport Successor or a high end VKB device.
Passport SE on Etisalat 4G Network propelled by 10.3.2.2888
Better show some OS10 devices!
Or I'll tell my mum!
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Lol. Don't forget pops as well lol.
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That will show him!
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(y)
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Doesn't matter, I just bought a PRIV from shop CrackBerry
Z10
Congratulations
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Thank you. :)
Z10
How you liking Android compared to BB10 (besides all the apps you now have access to)?
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Heh. No comment.
For how much?
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
A week from today?
Didn't specify, but if so, that would make it July 26th.
New Android devices.
No need for them. I need a successor of the Passport, Classic or the Z30.
Posted via CB10
Ask master Chen.
**** I agree! But we need the app gap filled in!!
Posted via the CrackBerry App for Android
No chance there :( its getting worse if anything
Go to cobalt page and install Google play store. Full access, works a treat.
Google Play Services as well? I've had the store on my phone for a while now, but can't get Google play services still.
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They fired the development people quite a while ago. It's strictly Android now, whatever Blackberry is saying....
+ a million on a Z30! Pleeeease....
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Only professionals will buy BlackBerry 10. This not enough to build business. They will sell less that 200 000 devices in a year. Nothing compare to Samsung millions in one week. Be realistic guys.BlackBerry 10 is over. How long they will keep supporting the system!? This is the question
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It's not just professionals that buy BlackBerry 10, it's small businesses and corporations and governments that buy it, because it still offers the best security over Android and iOS. Governments and corporations couldn't care less about how big or popular an OS is, they only care about usability, will it be around in the future, and most importantly, security. Neither Android or iOS have proven themselves as secure as BlackBerry 10. And as long as that's the case, BB 10 (and BlackBerry Enterprise Server - BES) isn't going away.
Yes, BlackBerry can't build business this way, and there will be few more if any more apps. But the companies that buy BlackBerry don't care about that. As long as BB 10 mobile devices meet their needs, get the job done well, and do it securely, they're not going to jump ship. The only thing that could kill BB 10 is for BB to stop making BB 10 devices (which they haven't announced yet) or a substantial migration away from BES.
It's not just professionals that buy BlackBerry 10, it's small businesses and corporations and governments that buy it, because it still offers the best security over Android and iOS. Governments and corporations couldn't care less about our big or popular an OS is, they only care about usability, will it be around in the future, and most importantly, security. Neither Android or iOS have proven themselves as secure as BlackBerry 10. And as long as that's the case, BB 10 (and BlackBerry Enterprise Server - BES) isn't going away.
Yes, BlackBerry can't build business this way, and there will be few if any more apps. But the companies that buy BlackBerry don't care about that. As long as BB 10 mobile devices meet their needs, get the job done well, and do it securely, they're not going to jump ship. The only thing that could kill BB 10 is for BB to stop making BB 10 devices (which they haven't announced yet) or a substantial migration away from BES.
Another yawn.
As a faithful BB owner I have gone through the wave of great products ... the widely pumped and failed tablet and the big boom Z10.
So, where to go?
I need a 'real' Android due to lack of basic apps on the BB models (other than Priv). Just give me a phone what accepts Google Play Services. (I'm not a fan of Apple hype.)
Smartphones are commodity now.
Most new premium models have the same functions. I really don't need higher 'security' for my ordinary user needs that BB offers.
No. Just the new super android killing apple smashing all BlackBerry phones.
TMO PP SE,SQW100-4/10.3.2.2876
I doubt it would be BB10 devices.
Governor
If that's the case, BlackBerry is really going down. Why don't they attract devs to create more native apps for BBOS? I think trying to bring security to android is good but it should stop as a service.
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They tried that way back when BB10 debuted.
Were you not paying attention then?
It didn't work. And that was when they still had the cash to throw at developers.
They didn't bite.
Now BlackBerry doesn't have that kind of loose cash anymore. They aren't a charity.
It's like people just ignore what's happened in the last 4 years and want BlackBerry to keep doing the same thing expecting a different result.
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Sad but true.
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Well said.
Einstein?
Is that you??
New PalmOS devices!
Posted via CB10 via Passport.
What about a Windows 10 mobile device?
I'd prefer that over Android or iOS. If BlackBerry can't go it alone, I'd rather see Microsoft & BlackBerry partner to provide a real alternative.
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I find this statement oddly compelling...
Unfortunately, looks like the mobile market -- even though it's huge -- is not big enough for more than two major op Systems. After all, the same is true for the desktop computer market. So by now, it's time to accept the fact that there won't be a relevant third player. It's been tried many times (Palm, WinMobile, BB10, FireOS...), they all failed. It's just not gonna happen. It's a shame, but looks like that's just the way it is...
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Our biggest downfall is apps. And you want to team up with Windows! Isn't that their problems as well? BB10 if not BlackBerry running Android...Unfortunately.
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I wish. I loved my PalmOS devices. Loved them! It's a shame that everything that happened before (to Palm) is happening again (to Blackberry) :(
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I'm with you on that. Why can't others see what we did/do? :)
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Coming from a former Palm WebOS user, I feel ya pain.
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Looks like we are pini-ing for more news.... :-D
• There's a Crack in the Berry right now... •
Probably best he doesn't say a word about the new 'Google Phone' as he calls it. It's a Google phone with all that good stuff. OK chen...
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It runs the Google.
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