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This week in tech: the Google Pixel C hits shelves, as does the Sony Xperia Z5 Premium. Apple breaks the brains of design and tech nerds with their new iPhone battery case, Microsoft updates Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile at the same time, and does it without the carriers getting in the way.
It's never been easier to watch our favorite movies and TV shows, whether it be streaming from our smartphones or from the latest TV box. Check out these great holiday gifts that will spice up any home theater setup.
Just like the physical keyboard on the BlackBerry Passport, the BlackBerry Priv keyboard is also touch-enabled allowing for keyboard gestures to be used. It truly is an innovative addition to the keyboard experience but should you wish to disable the keyboard gestures, that's entirely possible as well. Here's how you can enable or disable them.
Aside from rolling the Priv out to Malaysia, the Philippines, and Singapore, BlackBerry has also been working expanding retailer availability in the U.S. and Canada. Now, they've added the world's largest retailer to the mix as well, Walmart.
Adding another region to the growing list of areas which Priv is available, BlackBerry has now officially launched the device in Malaysia. Customers looking to pick up a Priv can now preorder the device through 11street with special offers in place if you're quick.
We rounded out the end of November with a couple of giveaways here at CrackBerry. We gave you all a second chance at winning a brand new BlackBerry Priv, and we also wanted to share more CrackBerry goodies with you all so we ran a contest for 5 boxes of swag. The month is over and it's time to announce who the winners of those giveaways are!
Have a Priv on either Bell, Rogers or TELUS? You'll want to go ahead and check for software updates on your device if you haven't already. All three carriers have now started their push of the Priv's first software update otherwise known as build AAD027.
Each year, Forrester Research, Inc. evaluates the most significant mobile device management vendors and this year, as they have in previous years as well, have named BlackBerry a leader in Enterprise Mobile Management.
On the hunt for the perfect speakers or headphones that will light up any music guru's eyes and ears? Get filled in on what's hot this holiday season for superior sound.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens officially opens on December 18, 2015 and it seems as though the marketing department at Disney has gone absolutely nuts with their promotion of the movie. Not wanting to miss out on the marketing blitz, Canadian carrier Bell has released a new 'Epic' TV commercial to promote the movie and of course, lineup of phones which includes the epic all-new Android-...
Last week, BlackBerry began pushing their first formal update to BlackBerry Priv owners with improvements the camera, device performance, stability and of course, security. The security improvements portion of the update were not outlined at the time but now that Google has gone live with their December 2015 Security Bulletin, BlackBerry has laid out the specifics that apply to Priv.
No one's more excited about the holidays than our kids, and with all the amazing toys to choose from the selection can become overwhelming. We've narrowed down some cool gifts to consider this year that will be a hit with any kid for the holidays.
Are you still using a BlackBerry Q10 on Sprint and haven't updated to 10.3.2 manually out of frustration yet? If so, we have some good news for you. The carrier is now pushing 10.3.2.2813 officially.
This week Upstream is taking a bit of a break from its traditional live format but don't fear, it's still just as awesome. I know because while I was unable to take part this week due to some scheduling changes, I did get to watch it before posting it up.
The Samsung Gear VR finally launches, the BlackBerry Priv receives its first update to improve on the mediocre camera, Apple open sources their programming language, and there's a Surface Phone coming! Eventually.
BlackBerry has announced that it will report its Q3 2016 fiscal results on December 18 with a conference call and live webcast.
BlackBerry Priv is now official in the Philippines for ₱45,000. The Android-powered handset will go on sale in the country from mid-December, and will be available exclusively from MemoXpress.
One of the key selling points of the Priv is that it offers the best of both worlds when it comes to the keyboard. You can choose the on-screen virtual keyboard if that's how you roll, or you can slide the device open and just pound away on that awesome physical keyboard if you wish. But which do you use the most?
Did you miss out on BlackBerry's Priv AMA? Well, the good news is if you're not really into Reddit or just want a quick rundown of some of the most interesting questions that cropped up, we got you covered. We've dug out six of the what we feel are larger highlights, so you don't have to go digging through it all.
BlackBerry has announced the winner of its Priv Carrying Solution Design Competition. The winning design, which allows the smartphone to be carried and used by bicyclists, could end up being made by BlackBerry.
Verizon has launched a new promotion to entice customers to upgrade or add lines to their XL or XXL data packages. Each line that is added or upgraded is eligible for the promotion, and you keep it for as long as you have an active phone with Verizon.
With the holidays upon us we want to know what you hope to find under the tree (or might just get for yourself). A new phone? A tablet? Maybe a computer? Tell us for your chance at $600 to help you get the new gadget of your dreams — Take the Mobile Nations 2015 Holiday Gadgets Survey!
Following up on their 2014 win where BES10 Hosted took home the gold as Enterprise Service of the Year, BlackBerry has now announced that BES12 has been named Enterprise Software Product of the Year at the Best in Biz Awards 2015.
Need some gift ideas for that special someone who's all about automating their home? Whether it's a smart thermostat, camera, door lock, or light bulbs, this comprehensive guide highlights some great options to consider this holiday season.