As a longtime BlackBerry addict and gadget lover in general, it's pretty rare (read: never) that I feel envious of another person's tech collection. That said, I just had one of those moments where I felt true envy.
The photo above was just tweeted to me by Barry Lapthorne, who in addition to his trusty BlackBerry Z30 is rock'n ALL of the latest and yet to be released BlackBerry 10 phones (Z3 excluded). He has the just-announced BlackBerry Passport, in white no less; the also-brand-new Porsche Design P'9983; and he even has the yet to be released BlackBerry Classic. I've never seen these four devices lined up like this before, so just had to immediately share the photo with CrackBerry Nation.
I'm drooling. Consider me envious, Barry. Nice collection!
@kevinmichaluk all the latest devices next to my good old Z30 pic.twitter.com/zyo1hVcGPP
— Barry Lapthorne (@barrylapthorne) September 25, 2014
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A drool-worthy BlackBerry photo
One hell of a great lineup groupie blackberry photo. :)
I think I just jazzed my pants!
A cool John "Chen" Wayne shoot-out... four hits in a row...
It would be cool if Barry was a black guy.
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Classic baby it had to be on att
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When they will release the white passport!!!?
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Ahhhhhhhh ahhhhhhh oooooooo ahhhhhhh
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So, that's what Heaven looks like. WOW.
I really want that white Passport!
How come he has the Classic already?
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Do you guys get these phones free of cost? It's a nice collection though..
Posted via CB10 on my Z30
Sooooooo jelly!
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Is he a collector?? He doesn't have the Q10 Want my Q10? Great phone but gunnin for a passport.
Jaglenn's Q10
I just saw Naomi Campbell instagram a BlackBerry Passport
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Liked it! Thanks for the heads up!
If that ttrackpad don't light up ...
Posted by Phobe's Owner on the BlackBerry Q10
I love BlackBerry
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I see Barry Lapthorne (@barrylapthorne) is a fellow South African (or at least lives here). We need to chat Barry...need to know how you got hold of those beauties... ;-))
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Love the variety!
Posted via CB10 on my Z10
Are they real phones in the picture or fake ones that the shops use for people to see? I note tgat only the z30 is turned on and at least one of them isn't even available yet to the public, so...
Went for a Telus store this evening and played around with the new BlackBerry Passport.
It's not too big in comparison to the note or Samsung Galaxy and also fits a regular pair of jeans without any issues. It's a different shape of course but overall when compared to other phones it's not that bad. Real sturdy phone and not all that heavy.
Tried the keyboard features when deleting text in ms word / sms and it worked really well. One swipe and its gone with ease.
I'm one of those guys who doesn't really care about apps as i use a cell phone for talk, text and emailing; however,the odd exception of a few apps available is fine with the phone in addition to ones that you can download or sideload.
All in all it was a wonderful product.
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Damn! How'd he get the white Passport? :)
It looks really good.
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lucky guy :)
Q10SQN100-3/10.2.1.2141
The classic looks awesome! Can't wait to see an official first look video on the device.
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All of my coworkers were in awe with my Passport. I took it in a meeting with a ppt document open. The screen looks stunning and the page fixed perfectly.
Using Z10, wanting Z30, eyeing Windermere
Probably not as good as being first in line to get a iphone 6 hey ;)
On a serious. Note, yeah that photo is drool worthy.
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Can't help thinking the white passport would look even better with the all black screen
The White Passport looks good!
Z30 :)
Posted from a Z30. Get one!
Still happy with my Z10 (only one year old) but would love a Passport. Guess I'll have to make do with the 10.3 upgrade for now. Hope it comes soon!!
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Definitely winning with that lineup!
CB10 PassportSQW100-1/10.3.0.1052
Very nice
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Yes please, 1 white passport for me. I'm with a lot of you on here regarding still loving your Z10 but succumbing to the 2 year itch lol. I know the feeling only too well.
.3247 good and Carling.
I have a question for anyone who knows for certain. Does BB make a phone that allows you to enter specific phone numbers that you want to block? After having owned a Z10 for a short period and being harassed by telemarketing calls, I was disappointed to learn that the provider, nor the phone itself had provision to enter specific numbers to block. Instead I was directed to their website and told to create some sort of blacklist which was basically useless. Apparently you enter the numbers which you want to allow. So if any of the 3 above (I can't afford the Porsche) has this improved menu option, I'd be interested again in one of these Blackberrys.
For some reason my 'Notify me when someone replies to my comment' box is dead. So I will look periodically for an answer. Thanks much.
Is there anyone who could answer this question for me please? Surely in almost 3 months, someone must know?
Just received my Passport. All i can say is A half of what the Passport can do was not told us. Premium device!!
A Man's gifts shall make room for him and bring him before great men.
Yowza!!
#PassportToAdventure
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Wow... don't know why, I've seen the Passport next to other BB'S before, but damn the screen looks MASSIVE. Sure hope Bell gets that thing in stock soon.
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Envy isn't something a person should ever feel.
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Pics of all the BB10 devices together, front and back would be cool.
Kevin do you know what Sprint is going to do for blackberry users, we've basically have the Q10 and 9930 and that's it. Are they going to go classic or even passport on cdma chipset with Sprint? I would like a couple of new Blackberry's but I don't want to leave Sprint. Was just wondering if you heard something from either company regarding this issue.
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you can't let him skate with that Kev...come on
I already started day dreaming as if i own all of them...But in real terms in cant afford to buy any of them....
Everyone lets spread the word WORK WIDE......
"Serious mobility for serious business
The p9983 in white would look SICK!!
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First off the Z30 is in way shape or form"outdated"...and it is a beast of a device...much prefer it over my Q10.
I would have no issue with a collection..but my contract administrator (wife), may have something to say! Maybe I'll upgrade her to a Classic...should smooth the path!
Kevin..do we have any type of ETA on 10.3.1...?
Thank you
The steakman
Rocking the superlative Z30...just wow!
Barry Lapthorne da gawd.
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No Z10?
Drooling here too.
Posted via CB10 with my Z30
That white Passport is oh so fresh and so clean! Since I missed out on the Q I'm really tempted to go with the Classic. Although the specs may not be as great as the Q, which I'm hoping BlackBerry will make some adjustments before launch, it's so retro that if you're a long time BlackBerry user you feel it's only right to add to the collection. Long live the keys!
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Nice happy to see blackberry releasing new phones to join their line up. So 9 bb10 devices in total. Just need another all touch screen phone to make it complete ;).
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Very cool. Love the white Passport. Hoping we start getting leaks of the white Classic though.
Nice lineup for sure. I wonder if someone like Kevin is using a Passport as well..?
Q10 on T-Mobile
That's a lineup I'd like to pick from!
Tim Smith from my Z10 on Rogers
That is a pretty sweet picture!
It's a great collection. I'm envious, too.
Zoom Zoom Z30
I like the Passport. Can't wait for it to be released in a colour other than black.
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Yueytan said it best...Holly freakin Molly!
Yes I'm a little jealous. :(
Not Fours Years But A Lifetime
I want them all! They are all nice looking devices.
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Hey! Where's the Bold 9900/30?
" Initiated from my QNX10 "
Should have waited for the passport. Oh well still rocking the almighty blackberry z30
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like
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Now I can see all these devices together, I can see just how much I'm drawn to the classic. At the same time I can't help but feel cheated by blackberry. I see no reason why this couldn't have been released instead of the Q10. As the Z30 is what the Z10 should have been....... so is the classic what the Q10 should have been. But still.... it will be here soon and I know I'm just going to love it:-)
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Watching with envy! D:
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Where is the Q10? It's a well positioned device in the line up. Someone wanting a solid QWERTY daily driver without a belt and something not huge.
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Wow! I want all of them!
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Gotta catch'em all! :-)
BlackBerry? I premdict the future's gonna be chenomenal!
Man that is sexy.
Love my Z30 and Q10 but the Passport needs to join my family and fill the void of the PlayBook.
Posted Via CB10 Using my Great Z30, PB or Q10
Now that's some sweet BlackBerry Juice!
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Where is the 10.3 for my machine??
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Kevin are you typing from the bad boy passport
BlackBerry lover since 1940
I am not really a fan of white. Maybe it is because I have a feeling it will get dirtier.
BUT if that is the only way Verizon will get the Passport in the future than I in.
I like the looks of that Classic as well, great stuff
This pic is just epic! Now I'm confused whether to get the white or black Passport.. decisions decisions decisions!
Sweet! :-)
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Me gusta.
Posted while peeking and flowing on my incredible BBQ10!
It'd be. funny if that 2k porsche BlackBerry. Phone double types as welll.
CB10 on the Q10
.I KNOW THAT IF THE BLACKBERRY PASSPORT LOOKS NICE IN BLACK OR WHITE THEN, WHY NOT MAKE IT IN COLORS AND I BET MORE PEOPLE WILL BUY IT AT LIGHTING SPEED!
I've seen a render of it in red and it looked awesome!!!!
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Anyone know a release date for the white passport?
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Which phone sounds better, z30 or Passport? I do watch and listen to a lot of media and my sole serious complaint about my z10 is I need a bloody hearing aid to anything but the alarm.
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I have the Z10 and Z30 both, the Z30 has far better sound and is much louder.
Just curious about what phone did he use to take this photo?
For me BB Z30 still takes the cake. May be a sinful ignorance on my part!
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And here I was excited at the prospect of lining up a Passport beside my red Z10 and my wife's white Q10. Suddenly that trio feels insignificant.
And that's what to get for being cocky lol. Jk man.
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I am loving the classic so much at present. The track pad is a welcomed addition to the family of Blackberry devices.
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Makes the Z30 look very out dated!
Hardly.
Love them all! #BlackberryForever #BlackberryPhilippines
Posted via CB10 using my BlackBerry Z3
The porche just like the car is soo small. :)
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I thought I was going to get the Classic, but after watching yesterday I'm thinking the Passport is more my style-love the wide screen! Too bad I'm on Sprint and they'll never carry it. Can't really justify jumping carriers for a phone when I'm happy with their coverage and service in my area. Sigh!! #firstworldproblems
Best collection ever!
BlackBerry Z10. Portugal.
Ugh can't decide between black or white passport
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Why did the not place a backlit mark on the space bar of the blackberry passport?
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I don't know but have the same thought. It looks like you have a bunch of light bulbs lit up, with one burned out. I get that in the quest for simplicity, you maybe don't need it.... I just find it odd looking that it's missing.
On a MacBook, all the keys light up, except space bar, so that's not uncommon.
Another great invention goes to Apple ;-)
They didn't necessarily invent it. Lighting aside, key labels typically aren't present on space bar since at least Commodore 64.
I really wanted the white passport. It's looks amazing. Wasn't available so I got the black.
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I'm in the same boat. Feels like I have been waiting forever for the Passport. Been anxiously waiting since the rumor stage. I couldn't wait longer for the white version to come out. It's certainly gorgeous though!
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I hoping my Z10 is moisture resistant.... between the tears in my eyes and the drool from my mouth I'm about to find out.
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lol
Holy shit.
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That white though...
Damn don't know which one I want most..
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Holy moly
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Jealous!
C00121953 channel for car freaks!!
Anyone know a release date for the white passport?
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Wow the classic look great, hurry up November.
BlackBerry Q forever
Wow, that's impressive. How does one get yet to be released phones? Tester i guess...?
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Being a tester might explain the white Passport and the Classic... but that Porsche Design P'9983 is just right out PIMP!
Really curious what his thoughts are on the Classic VS. Passport.
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I have to say, I'm totally on the fence here. Z30 or Passport, which way do I upgrade from a Z10? It's just not powerful enough for me any more. It's been two years and the love affair is...well you know.
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Work Wide!
If "working wide" is good for the goose (physical keyboards) is it good for the gander (all-touch)? Hmmm....
I have a huge dilemma, that passport looks stunning, and the classic looks killer, I used to be a hard keyb guy, but I switch to a z10 last year and now I'm loving the screen real state, I feel my z10 needs to be upgrade, but I'm in the fence
Maybe you can find a Z30 second hand (someone upgrading to the passport might sell their Z30). Then you can enjoy the screen real estate and updated specs. Hopefully next year they will have an upgraded all touch device as well. That to me is the time to make the call between Z50 (just making up a name) and Passport.
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I know the feeling. I still love the Z10, but I think I'd feel like the passport is not just wide, but short. I'm wrapped up in buying a house. Maybe by the time I'm done, we'll be hearing about a new all-touch device (or maybe a slider).
I have more friends because I do drugs!!
I have a Z10.
After seeing the photo, I don't think upgrade at this time to another (newer) model is worthwhile
Z10 does everything I need. I look forward to the 10.3 upgrade.
On the other hand my daughter might want an upgrade from 9900>Classic
And, my wife said the PPort was 'ugly'.
I'm trying to sell my Z30. Make me an offer ;)
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Whats your location Dear BB fan?
Passport for sure
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amazing!!!! ... loving that White Passport!!! .. and the Classic!! wow!!
Sweetness indeed!!!
Looking at this photo, I really want that BlackBerry Classic in my hands. Enjoying the Passport a LOT, but Classic looks to be that pinnacle of the traditional BlackBerry experience. Trackpad back, keyboard looks killer. Ultimate communication tool right there.
Kevin what are the words on the bottom of the white devices? Can't quite make them out. Not for sale? He said while drooling.
I'm with you on this one, Kevin. I think it'll be the best traditional physical keyboard device from BlackBerry to date. Also, I'm really looking forward to see feedback from people who haven't upgraded to BB10 b/c they still consider difficult learning how to use the OS when they navigate it on this phone.
Posted via CB10 on my BlackBerry Z10 Model STL100-3 AT&T branded running OS 10.3.0.1154. Squircle of Trust Member and Co-founder.
I premdict that the "Classic" will be the best and best received Qwerty BlackBerry since the Bold 9000...
Founding Member of "Club Z30 "..... the most exclusive club in mobile
And there a lot of people that use curves and bolds still...this will be their ticket to upgrade
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If they came out with the Classic last year, I would have bought one. I love my Q10, but I don't really want to pay for a minor updrade (my opinion), just to get the Classic. I'm not a die-hard tool belt guy. I ordered my Passport last night and it's supposed to be here in 2 hours. I'm excited about jumping to the new, fresh design. I'm looking forward to the screen real estate with an actual qwerty keyboard. I'm all about the new devices though. That picture is rocking!
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Still showing your love and passion for the brand. Good on ya, mate. :-)
Thanks for sharing.
(Looking sideways and beyond to get to know what else is out there is certainly not wrong. You're a tech blogger, and MN is "x-platform". I'm planning to get an in iOS device myself just to see what the fuss is about. )
BlackBerry? I premdict the future's gonna be chenomenal!
I think once you have gotten used to BB10 on a snapdragon 800 you won't be happy going back to a classic.
Definitely looking forward to the Classic!
Give me life, liberty, or one of those devices.
Carbon Fiber Z10 w/Leather Holster
Cool Drool!
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Lucky sod! The passport looks great in white. Would love to see the classic released in white too.
'Clickity-Clack' goes my keypad! - White BlackBerry Q5
Awesome!
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Chentastic!
BlackBerry? I premdict the future's gonna be chenomenal!
Chenomenal!
'Clickity-Clack' goes my keypad! - White BlackBerry Q5
FuChen awesome!
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BitChen!
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Looks like this guy made himself chending with the launch
Posted via the Android CrackBerry App!
Giving you people phonegasms...?
"Chending"... genius!
Swiped via CB10 with my T-Mobile USA (Only T-Mo rep still pushing ) Z30 (STA100-5), son! The Thor's Hammer of phones! Member of "Club Z30 "..... the most exclusive club in mobile. Once you go BlackBerry, everything else is wack-berry! #longestsignatureever
"BitChen" - LOL... this is the best one i've seen!
That's Chencredible!
Posted using the fabulous 10.3.0.1052 on my Z10
And my co-workers think my current "BB Fleet" is too Chensided! Wait 'til my Passport arrives to go with my Q10 and Z30. They'l be green with Chenvy. :)
Lol
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Andthe haters said BB comeback was impossible...more like Chenpossible. :)
Nice lineup
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Nice family new arrival photo ;)
Also love the Thinkpad notebook computer in the background;
Thinkpads are as professional as BlackBerry ;)
BlackBerry use Lenovo. Lenovo wanted to buy BlackBerry, but the Canadian government didn't allow it. It's a T430 or T530 with a 9 cell battery..... I love the T440s I got from work.....
Brilliant design that just works!
I think I might hold off and get the white passport. Looks stunning!
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Cage....who is Barry and how is it that he has a Classic?
Founding Member of "Club Z30 "..... the most exclusive club in mobile
Z30 club..snoozer.. start a classic club
I don't know... but with a collection like that he could be our next EiC after Bla1ze! Lol
Welcome back Kevin, Crackberry needs you.
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Explain why?
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Yes very nice line up.
I just hope his drool lands on his bent iPhone 6 + with the defective ios8 software that I've heard about, and not one of these beauty's.
http://business.financialpost.com/2014/09/25/iphone-6-bend-ios-8-bugs-ap...
:o)
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