For those that missed my BlackBerry Z30 review, or skipped over the video when reading it, take a look! I used a dolly and voice-overs and background music and everything. It's pretty fancy. Okay, so I messed up at a few points when reading, but you get an overall feeling for the size of the device, how it smoothly it runs, and the big features: namely big screen, big sound, and big battery.
Today I'm playing around with sideloading, and on the hunt for something to get Miracast on my TV to give wireless mirroring a shot. Ideally, I'd like something that does more than just Miracast if it's going to be taking up a permanent HDMI spot on my TV. If you've got any questions about the Z30, feel free to leave a question in the comments here and I'll do my best to answer 'em.
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Video overview of the BlackBerry Z30
Watching this on my z30 in 2016
Posted via my Redberry z30
I'm using Z30. Now my friends envying me due to Natural sound technology. Beats is dumb when compared to natural sounds. Even I phone 6 don't have such call clarity. Excellent device. If they put a gorilla glass on same model. I will buy another one again. :-)
Posted via CB10
Te Best smartphone ever!!!!!!
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I got my Z30 from GSM nation unlocked. The software is 10.2.0.210 How do I get the latest software update? Thanks!!
Posted via CB10
Played with a z30 today and I must say still like my z10 better
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Posted via CB10
Simon Sage,
Just a bit of advice ... spell check and grammar the article you have a typo
"how it smoothly it runs" it should say,
'how smoothly it runs' ;)
Cheers.
Posted via CB10
Just got a Z30 last night and noticed that the letters on keyboard remain in capital weather I press the shift key or not. This is was the case in Z10 if I remember correctly? Is that normal?
Posted via CB10
Z30 doesn't appeal to me happy with my Z10! Rocking OS 10.2! Blackgram running too!
Posted via CB10
Well what is so awesome abt. that device and why is it rated just average by 90% of the reviewers?
-there is no filter for unread messages
-there is no dnd function allowing vips or favourite contacts to pass
-there is no option to remove obsolete positions like e.g. bbm (if not used) from the hub
-there is no option set special notifications for priority messages in general
-emails deleted on the mobile are not deleted on the mailbox via active sync
-evernote is poor by the available functions
-there is no direct access to brightness and flight mode
-the quality of the cam is average
This are a few points which make the difference between a good and an excellent device from my perspective.
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Posted via CB10
This device is seriously AWESOME! I skimmed a couple bad reviews of the device from Engadget or whatever, but they're all wrong. This Z30 is SO good. Definitely worth ever penny and probably more. I recommend it to anybody.
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Add me on bbm please 24E8534C
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Anyone know the name of the game he is playing in the video?
Posted via CB10
I read on a well known magazine review, that the Z30 / OS 10.2 crashes and causes many random reboots.
Did you experience this?
Also, will a regular user notice the difference between both devices' PPI?
Not a single reboot one so far! I think they tested a sample or a Z10 with 10.0.00. Can't be true.
I know this is not the most reliable source but here it is:
http://www.engadget.com/2013/10/11/blackberry-z30-review/
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Does anyone know how to sideload pokerstars for Q10?
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Hey Simon, I just want to say that I really enjoyed this review. Good Job!
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Just sold my Z10 for Z30. Loving it
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Everyone has badass suggestions they almost all are something everyone would like to see I am curious (after side loading almost whatever u want) if it will work with Chrome cast
Reply while in- game, awesomeness. The video was brief and to the point. Previously unseen feature highlights to boot. Sweet
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May have been a good idea to start at the lock screen so that new or would-be buyers could see the cool feature of viewing messages without logging in.
Also, what about the Android feature in 10.2. Many non BlackBerry people don't even know that 10.2 supports this, or does it?
Great review. Looks like you put some real time into it. Thank you.
Posted via Pilot's Q10
Please do some photo sample on the z30 Camera test!
Posted via CB10
Great work Simon. That's the guy I remember!
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Good video. I like how 'Simon Says'
Oil sands Fueled
this is z30.... I had it from 3 days =D
anyone know..how to reload OS for z30??!
cuz installed the leaked Z30STA100-2/10.2.0.1791
and I want the original os.. can anyone help me with that "??
Posted via CB10
I wants this.
Posted via CB10
Great review Simon!!
What is the name of that game he is playing at 3:40?
Modern Combat 4!
I carry a second phone for only a few apps. Two apps we have for Cctv for work and Netflix / skygo.... don't judge me, I travel A LOT and its the only decent content service I can access almost anywhere... can I side load a working Netflix app with 10.2 and a Z30 and skygo... I am about to upgrade my second phone (iPhone 4) and would love to get a z30 instead of the note3 / galaxy 4 I am considering... I have tried to side load but never get any apps to work on my Z10... I can send you my direct info if you would rather answer directly. Let me know what you can please...
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Netflix works fine on my z10 running 10.1
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ok... it's official... I have no clue! What site/method did you use... where do you get your apps... thanks for the help! I really don't want to have to go for another iPhone...
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Iv read some suggestions that although the back camera of the Z30 is still 8mp, same as Z10 , it actually uses a different lens, faster lens. Is this correct and is there any noticeable differences in image quality?
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any stl-001 models of z30 , i mean does all models are same hardware ?
USBOTG?
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Anyone know...Is side loading different on z30? What's the easiest way to get Instagram and square on it? The only two apps I miss and need. Version #s, Links and videos would be appreciated !
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Sideloading on the Z30 is no different than sideloading on all BlackBerry 10 devices. So, all our how-tos on sideloading you can pretty much follow.
Go to goodereader.com for a number of Android apps to sideload. Includes instructions. I have about 10 on my Z10 from that site.
Posted via CB10
Nicely done, sir!
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I would like to see a speaker comparison with you're beautiful Z30 and HTC one (maybe even show that the volume is at max on both devices)
Posted via CB10 on my Zed10
+1
Would be great if Z30 speakers are better than "beat" nonsense.
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Badland
Sorry Simon, can you check after removing the 9 screws from the back, if the battery is soldered on or can it be removed?
Posted via CB10
Battery is not soldered. It can be removed like the PlayBook one.
Posted via CB10
Thanks but is that for the production model?
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Never opened a production model, but I see no reason why it would be different.
Posted via CB10
The battery itself has diff capacities between the production and preproduction model I think (2800 vs 2880) so it's possible they may have changed something else
Posted via CB10
Magnets. How do they work?
"The Best Device is Debatable - The Best Security is Not"
Hmm... nobody said First!! That's really strange... :)
Posted via the awesome Z10 STL100-1/10.1.0.4633
+ 1
Posted via CB10
Can't wait to get mine. Browser speed would be amazing!
Posted via the best phone ever. The white Z10.
Yes a browser comparison would be great
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Do a video comparison of the browser speed of the z10 vs z30.
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Yeah Simon, a comparison of the Z10 and Z30 is in order. Not just hte browser but the most used things!
Did a quick test versus the two - private browsing, over Wi-Fi, both on 10.2. Not much of a difference - sometimes the Z10 would even load faster. Will look into doing a comprehensive comparison of the two next week.
Nice
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Ya Simon, do some z30 comparisons to the z10 and to other phones.
Nice music :)
Is that a positive comment?!! Holie crap!!
Swiped with one thumb from the virtual keyboard of my awesome Z10!
Nice that you got first!! Woo! Firsteez!
Posted via CB10 with my BlackBerry Q10...SON!