BlackBerry

BlackBerry smartphones coming back again? Here's what you need to know

The Texas-based startup company lost its right to use the trademarked 'Blackberry' name on their planned 5G gadget earlier this month.

Feb 20, 2022, 20:02 PM IST

5 Tech ventures that failed to keep pace with time, now termed obsolete

We are listing out 5 Tech ventures that were at the peak of fame once, but have now perished or been eclipsed by more cutting-edge ventures.

Jan 04, 2022, 12:27 PM IST

RIP BlackBerry OS smartphones! Support for these devices ending from today, January 4

The company said that as of January 4, devices running these legacy services and software through either carrier or WiFi connections will no longer reliably function, including for data, phone calls, SMS and 9-1-1 functionality.

Jan 04, 2022, 09:17 AM IST

BlackBerry phones to die on January 4; here’s how the brand came to an end

BlackBerry has announced that it will discontinue offering significant services for its existing devices in 2022. 

Jan 02, 2022, 10:37 AM IST

Blackberry 5G smartphone with qwerty keyboard set to launch in 2021

If reports are to be believed, OnwardMobility has collaborated with Foxconn for 5G support for the phones. While the company hasn’t furnished many details about the specifications of the device, Franklin has confirmed that OnwardMobility will include strong security features on the new Blackberry devices.

Feb 16, 2021, 18:28 PM IST

Blackberry to make a comeback with 5G smartphone in early 2021

BlackBerry exited the business in 2016 following years of declining sales due to the rise in popularity of the iPhone and Android smartphones.

Aug 20, 2020, 12:49 PM IST

BlackBerry KEY2 goes for first sale today: All you want to know

The BlackBerry KEY2 has been priced at Rs 42,990.

Jul 31, 2018, 11:15 AM IST

Optiemus launches BlackBerry KEY2, aims for 10% market share in India

KEY2 comes with the legendary security features that BlackBerry is known for, including the pre-loaded "DTEK by BlackBerry" app.

Jul 23, 2018, 17:37 PM IST

BlackBerry sues Facebook over alleged patent violation

Facebook has made it clear that it intends to fight the allegations.

Mar 08, 2018, 10:54 AM IST

BlackBerry to remove all paid content from app store

It has announced that it is removing paid apps from BlackBerry World App Store from April 1, 2018.

Mar 03, 2018, 18:17 PM IST

BlackBerry expands India channel ecosystem with six new partners

Chinese electronics company TCL will launch a full-touchscreen smartphone under the BlackBerry name in October.

Oct 03, 2017, 12:10 PM IST

BlackBerry KEYone Review: Android-QWERTY experience adds to the nostalgia

BlackBerry devices, initially manufactured by Canada-based Research In Motion (RIM), slipped into oblivion as iPhones and Android smartphones eclipsed the QWERTY handsets that were once a style statement with corporates.

Aug 19, 2017, 13:12 PM IST

Data privacy: Government sends notice to 21 mobile phone makers, asks them to share security information

In a bid to ensure the privacy of users' data, the Centre has sent notices to all smartphone makers including a majority of Chinese manufacturers, asking them to provide the framework as well as the procedures they follow for data security.

Aug 17, 2017, 07:49 AM IST

BlackBerry brings 'KEYone' smartphone to India at Rs 39,990

The `KEYone Black limited` edition features the biggest ever battery in a BlackBerry device -- 3503mAh with boost-charging technology.

Aug 01, 2017, 13:42 PM IST

BlackBerry KEYOne set to be launched in India today – All you need to know

With KEYone, BlackBerry aims to revive its classic physical QWERTY keypad.

Aug 01, 2017, 10:02 AM IST

Blackberry, VoxSmart to enable banks monitor WhatsApp chats

To enable financial institutions monitor data on WhatsApp and other encrypted messaging platforms in line with the upcoming European Union (EU) directive, BlackBerry has partnered with the leading mobile surveillance and compliance firm VoxSmart.

Jun 14, 2017, 12:44 PM IST

BlackBerry launches new software for secure 'connected' cars

BlackBerry has launched a new software platform to help automakers create safe and secure connected vehicles.

Jun 08, 2017, 13:52 PM IST

BlackBerry unveils Cloud-based communications platform

With more than 80 security certifications, BBM Enterprise SDK provides the highest-level of security for messages, voice and video for iOS and Android.

Feb 09, 2017, 13:21 PM IST

Self-driving cars coming to public roads of Ontario, Canada

Automated vehicles from the University of Waterloo and the Erwin Hymer Group auto manufacturer have also been approved for testing, Ontario said in a statement. 

Nov 29, 2016, 00:23 AM IST