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I never thought I would be using a BlackBerry in this day and age. But here we are, and I am using the BlackBerry KEYone in 2017. BlackBerry has a special place because it was the original phone to work and socialize. BBM was one of the main ways to commu...
If you don't mind having a phone with a screen under 5 inches and miss having a physical keyboard, the KEYone is the perfect combination of Android and a sturdy keyboard. Other phones have had keyboard accessories, but it's definitely not the same. I...
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Press me! TLC has presented a new BlackBerry smartphone with a physical keyboard: the KEYone. The new smartphone combines a 4.5-inch touchscreen with a touch-sensitive keyboard that can also be used as a trackpad...
very versatile physical keyboard, bright display with good contrast, practical battery life, relatively precise GPS, good call quality, regular security updates, wide range of software and security measures, USB Type-C 3.1, stable case...
comparatively expensive, mediocre performance, rather heavy and bulky, no World Phone, mediocre cameras, 12 months warranty only, energy-hungry in idle mode...
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The moment I know all of you have been waiting for, our BlackBerry KEYone review is now up! If you caught last week's Droid Life Show, you'll know I have been using this device for the past week, attempting to fall back in love with physical QWERTY keyboa...
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BlackBerry KEYOne Review: BlackBerry's first smartphone of 2017 is a cunning blend of old and new. With its Android OS boosted by BlackBerry tweaks and features, as well as a physical QWERTY keyboard and capable 12-megapixel camera, this is one of the mos...
Great battery life, Well-designed keyboard, Useful Android additions...
Limited performance, Camera bettered by rivals, Dinky screen...
This handset boasts plenty of great features, all wrapped up in a smart business-like frame. However, many similarly-priced rivals boast better performance and more compact design, as well as smarter camera tech.Which means your choice to purchase a KEYOn...
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booredatwork.com Updated:
2017-07-25 03:09:24
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Say what you want about BlackBerry, but she gets me! I am dubbing the Blackberry KeyOne a “she “because she's organized and understands me. It's like the phone version of the organized side of this Gemini. So who will buy it? Who will love it? Let's sta...
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By now I think it's no secret that I've been using smartphones since their inception. I'd even rewind that statement another five years or so, as things really began with PDAs for me. Surely today I have the opportunity to discuss my opinion about them, b...
Great build quality, Great in-hand feel, Camera performance exceeded expectations, Software optimized for practical communications, Lots and lots of keyboard shortcuts, Unreal battery life...
Lacks stereo speakers, Software tends to stutter, Some variants are fingerprint magnets, Learning curve with the keyboard, Fingerprint scanner placement makes no logical sense, Specs are not on-par with the price...
To conclude, I think it's important that we remember the main purpose of a communicator. Ergonomics and endurance are essential for someone that doesn't want to be carrying a battery pack after a long day in the city, and in that respect, the KEYone nails...
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For the better part of a decade, there was nothing more impressive than owning a BlackBerry. Walking down the street, both hands on the soft-touch sides of the handset, thumbs flying around the keyboard as you plowed through emails, BBMs, and texts. You c...
BlackBerry's software makes work super efficient. Great security features. Nice build quality...
Hardware keyboards are an old, outdated idea, and you don't want one. The keyboardfocused design ruins everything else about the phone...
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The BlackBerry KEYone targets a very specific type of user: business folk who need a secure handset with powerful messaging features and prefer typing on real keys instead of glass. The KEYone purports to offer the best of both worlds: a big touchscreen a...
The BlackBerry KEYone is a fine phone, but it's not for everyone. TCL and BlackBerry managed to create a solid piece of hardware that banks a bit on the nostalgia factor while offering modern conveniences at the same time.As far as the form factor is conc...
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BlackBerry has taken many different forms over the years, the most recent being an Android smartphone manufacturer. First came the BlackBerry PRIV, then the DTEK50 and DTEK60 later on in 2016. Now in 2017, the company is bringing something completely dif...
Solid, industrial design, Physical keyboard is intuitive and smart, Convenience key is. very convenient, Above average battery life, Reliable fast charging, Tons of useful software features, Expandable storage...
Average rear-facing camera, Apps can be slow to launch, Graphic performance is disappointing, Bottom-firing speaker doesn't get very loud, 32 GB is the only storage option...
The BlackBerry KEYone is a smartphone that gets stuff done. The physical keyboard is just fantastic, there are tons of useful software features on board, and it's built like a rock. While the rear-facing camera and performance could use some tweaking, thi...
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The KeyOne is a device from an alternative timeline where BlackBerry didn't completely whiff and miss the touchscreen revolution. In that parallel universe, Biff Tannen wasn't elected president and nobody forced devoted thumb-typers to abandon their belov...
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The phoenix metaphor is overused in a tech world where brand recycling has become commonplace, so let's just call the BlackBerry KEYone a QWERTY comeback. You'd be forgiven for dismissing it for not one but two reasons, after all. First, for packing a phy...
Physical keyboard to satisfy QWERTY die-hards, Sturdy and high-quality build, Excellent battery life, Admirable focus on security...
Expensive, Display is small considering phone's size, Do you really need that keyboard...
Opting for a smartphone with a physical keyboard requires accepting a few not-insignificant compromises. The KEYone's primary argument is that, compared to an on-screen keyboard, its physical buttons take up less space: side-by-side with a full-touch 5.5-...
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There's nothing else like the unlocked BlackBerry KeyOne ($549). It's the first practical, well-functioning keyboarded smartphone we've seen since the BlackBerry Classic. It meets the most important milestone: The KeyOne works the way you expect and want...
Fantastic physical keyboard, Well-balanced feel, Long battery life, Good speakerphone...
Cameras aren't terrific, Can be a little slow...
With its excellent hardware keyboard, BlackBerry's Android-powered KeyOne phone is a messaging marvel for a niche audience...
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The new BlackBerry KEYone brings back the physical keyboard in a devices that packs a lot of functionality, than is expected. BlackBerry KEYone reimagines how we communicate with a Smart Keyboard that goes beyond typing. Up to 52 customizable shortcuts. i...
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I gotta hand it to BlackBerry for getting everyone so hyped for its new flagship KEYOne phone. It's such a polarizing phone. I'm honestly torn on the KEYone. On the one hand, it's the best BlackBerry in years, finally successfully melding Android with a t...
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Smartphone users come in all shapes and sizes, so why are our phones all so similar? Sure, you have your pick from among plenty of different brands, but when's the last time you used a phone that really felt different? Newer, shinier – absolutely – and n...
Incredibly satisfying hardware keyboard, Beautiful, solidfeeling construction, Phenomenal battery life, Decent, reliable camera...
Pricing steep compared to similarlyspecced phones, No extras like wireless charging/waterproofing, BlackBerry apps can be hitandmiss, Unusual screen size/shape and device layout isn't for everyone...
Maybe of all the phones we've looked at so far this year, the BlackBerry KEYone was the easiest to let prejudices affect our enthusiasm for the handset. BlackBerry as a brand? Hasn't that experiment played out by now? Hardware QWERTY keyboards on phones...
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The KEYone, the latest in the BlackBerry Ltd/TCL collaboration, is a phone that returns to the Canadian brand's iconic roots, for better or for worse. With Nougat and a strong focus on security, the KEYone is aimed at enterprise users and long-time fanati...
The "stock" take on Android with BlackBerry's apps is great. It feels like what Motorola does: functionality added on top of Google's vision. It has the latest security patch and Android 7.1.1, My time with phones from the likes of Huawei and Xiaomi has s...
The KEYone is chunky and is a bit difficult to hold. Typing with one hand on the physical keyboard is also a pain. And even though it's only 180 grams, the KEYone feels very dense and heavy. Using it singlehanded is not a pleasant experience for long peri...
So who is the KEYone for, exactly? According to BlackBerry, it's meant for: "people who use their phones more for communication rather than media consumption, people who are tired of having the same one as everyone else, people who are professionals and r...
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BlackBerry's back and this time it's finally got a winner with the QWERTY keyboard-equipped KEYone. With a physical keyboard, a handsome aluminum design, and the latest version of Android, the KEYone is the BlackBerry that should have been released years...
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The BlackBerry KEYone is more than just another anachronistic appeal to nostalgia. It's the best BlackBerry on shelves today, bearing the best keyboard you can find on an Android phone in 2017. Lest you think I'm damning it with faint praise, remember tha...
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BlackBerry is back with perhaps its greatest smartphone ever made.BlackBerry was once the king of smartphones. They were known for having a secure smartphone, and having the best physical QWERTY keyboard around, but that was over 5 years ago, and recent y...
Battery Life, Display, Build Quality, Quick Charge 3.0, USB-C, Camera, Software...
Slightly old processor running the show, Soft-touch back holds onto oil from hands, Slight camera bump, No laser autofocus...
This is probably the best BlackBerry smartphone ever. TCL made a great piece of hardware here, and BlackBerry's software just makes it even better. There's really not a whole lot to complain about here with the BlackBerry KEYone, but there's a whole lot t...
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The BlackBerry KEYone is more than just another anachronistic appeal to nostalgia. It's the best BlackBerry on shelves today, bearing the best keyboard you can find on an Android phone in 2017. Lest you think I'm damning it with faint praise, remember tha...
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It's 2017, and no, BlackBerry's not dead yet. Weird, right? We've seen the company stumble since the advent of the modern smartphone and only recently come back into the fray with some oddball phones, like the Priv, that haven't really made a dent in th...
BlackBerry and TCL actually did a really fantastic job on this phone. Battery life is fantastic, it's a very secure device thanks to BlackBerry's enterprise enhancements, and that keyboard is flexible and versatile. Despite all of that, though, you really...
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Let's be blunt: We will never return to BlackBerry's glory days, when phones stamped with that company's logo ruled the mobile world. But that doesn't mean that BlackBerry has to settle for being a distant also-ran in a world dominated by phones from Appl...
Physical keyboard allows for programmable shortcut, Outstanding battery lif, Useful BlackBerry softwar, Bright display...
Middling performanc, 4.5-inch screen feels cramped on some tasks...
If you yearn for a phone with a physical keyboard, you're going to be drawn to the KeyOne, regardless of any other features.Credit: Samuel Rutherford/Tom's Guide It's fortunate, then, that TCL has done such a good job building extra functionality into the...
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It was in about the third hour of using the new BlackBerry KeyOne, available this month for $549 unlocked, that I started to question my longtime preference for touchscreen keyboards. Because as I was pushing on the KeyOne's tiny little buttons with the t...
It has a keyboard, Great battery life, Reliable performance and camera...
Small, cramped display, Heavy weight, Will it ever get a software update...
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We'd say that BlackBerry is back, but the truth is they never left. The one-time smartphone king has been on the ropes for years now, but it hasn't been for lack of trying. The Z30 of 2014 featured compatibility with Android apps, the Priv of 2015 switche...
Keyboard is satisfying to use and loaded with extra features, BlackBerry Hub is still a great work tool, one of the best smartphone cameras around, terrific battery life, comfortable to hold, excellent stereo speakers, beautiful and unique design, nice pr...
Clunky recent apps interface, some apps can be squished because of unusual aspect ratio, tabbed browsing or background apps can cause lag, BBM has seen better days, Prev2 of 2Next...
In the end, BlackBerry still means business. If you're not shopping for a work phone, there's no reason to consider it — the aspect ratio and size of the display make it poor for watching videos compared to other Android phones. That said, when used in it...
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If you'd asked me several years ago if I'd be recommending a BlackBerry phone in 2017, I probably would have laughed and said no. For years, BlackBerry has seemed one step away from death taking the physical QWERTY keyboard along with it. No one could be...
Solid build, Keyboard is excellent, Phone feels great in hand, Screen is very good, even if not 2:1, Camera is excellent, Access to the full Android store, Running Android 7.1, Insanely good BlackBerry security...
Occasional lags when using it; The smaller screen will seem really weird at first (unless you're moving over from an older phone)...
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Here are some words I never thought I'd be writing again: There's a new phone from BlackBerry that you might be interested in. This time, it's called the KEYone. It's not that I'm biased against BlackBerry. I strapped the first one to my hip when it cam...
"Real" hard keyboard, features focus on enterprise productivity, fast battery charging...
Screen resolution is not as good as most highend phones, adequate performance...
The KEYone surprised me. BlackBerry's had such a tough time of it for so long that it's fallen out of the mobile conversation. But BlackBerry's remaining people have been talking enthusiastically about the KEYone, and it turns out for good reason.This is...
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You've got to give BlackBerry credit for refusing to die. After the underwhelming launch and life of BB10, the company pledged allegiance to Android, whipped up a strangely cool slider phone, then farmed out production of all new BlackBerrys to external...
BlackBerry fans will dig the keyboard, Respectable battery life, Solid mid-range performance, Has the best camera of any BlackBerry...
The keyboard doesn't make sense for some, Camera sometimes struggles with exposure, Some annoying oversights in software...
The third time really is the charm. The earlier Android phones BlackBerry made with partner TCL felt generic, but the KEYone is an impressive device that channels the style and functionality of classic models. Even better, the KEYone is a respectable perf...
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Here's a surprise: BlackBerry is back with a new smartphone, and it's pretty good. I know, I know, you've heard this before. Several times over the last few years BlackBerry has tried to make a comeback and each time it's come to nothing, so what's diffe...
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Pardon me dear readers. Normally this space is reserved for missives to you, but I am positive you do not care about the BlackBerry KeyOne, a new phone from BlackBerry Mobile. Besides Kim Kardashian, very few people have cared about BlackBerry phones in r...
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Press me! TLC's new KeyOne is a new Blackberry smartphone with a physical keyboard. The KeyOne combines a 4.5-inch touchscreen with a pressure-sensitive keyboard, which can also be used as a trackpad at the same time. Here are our initial impressions of t...
very versatile physical keyboard, bright display with good contrast, practical battery life, relatively precise GPS, good call quality, regular security updates, wide range of software and security measures, USB Type-C 3.1, stable case...
comparatively expensive, mediocre performance, rather heavy and bulky, no World Phone, mediocre cameras, 12 months warranty only, energy-hungry in idle mode...
It is nice to finally see a modern smartphone with a physical keyboard again. The mentioned comprehensive security features as well as the expected long battery runtimes should be advantages of the upcoming Blackberry KeyOne.We still think the price of 59...
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Nokia made a re-entry into the smartphone segment very recently, but that's not the only iconic brand making a comeback… considering the device I now hold in my hand. Perhaps, the word ‘comeback' may not be apt to describe it, since BlackBerry has always...
Elegant looks and solid build, Tons of shortcuts and productivity features, Reasonable performance, good battery life...
Not ideal for video watching, Pricey, Photos by Raj Rout, Top Alternatives, Facebook Comments, ShareTweet...
There's no doubt in my mind that the KEYone is a very solid phone and quite capable too. However, it isn't a true all rounder, and while it should feel perfectly at home in the boardroom, it might just feel ill at ease in the pub. It's a workaholic, but s...
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At one time, Canada's RIM with their BlackBerry devices was the go to for smartphones for businesses and governments. One of the key features, of course, was the presence of the physical keyboard. Blackberry has had its ups and downs lately and have start...
Sturdy construction, Solid design, Physical keyboard adds much functionality, Plenty of productivity apps, Very customizable, especially with the BlackBerry Hub, Great battery life, Decent camera, Fairly decent sound...
Shift and Alt keys reversed from typical keyboards, Convenience key can't be disabled, Doesn't seem to connect with fitness trackers...
The BlackBerry KEYone with its business-oriented focus isn't for everyone. However, the BlackBerry KEYone is a fantastically built Android smartphone with plenty of additional business-focused features to make it worthwhile. To be honest, it's going to be...
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droid-life.com Updated:
2017-10-08 04:08:26
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The moment I know all of you have been waiting for, our BlackBerry KEYone review is now up! If you caught last week's Droid Life Show, you'll know I have been using this device for the past week, attempting to fall back in love with physical QWERTY keyboa...
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Wait, didn't you already review the BlackBerry KEYone at Techaeris? We sure did! Shortly after our review, however, TCL announced a new BlackBerry KEYone Black Edition (not to be confused with the TELUS exclusive Space Black Edition ). Not only does it fe...
Sexy, all-black look, Increased RAM, double the storage, Sturdy construction, Solid design, Physical keyboard adds much functionality, Plenty of productivity apps, Very customizable, especially with the BlackBerry Hub, Great battery life, Decent camera, F...
Shift and Alt keys reversed from typical keyboards, Convenience key can't be disabled, Doesn't seem to connect with fitness trackers...
The BlackBerry KEYone Black Edition definitely looks prettier — in my opinion — than its silver sibling. Colour difference aside, the increase in RAM and double the storage is definitely worth the price difference between the two KEYone versions and easil...
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Not sure if you all were aware that BlackBerry has returned. I know what you're thinking, a BlackBerry device in 2018? What for? Stick around and we'll tell you all about it. Well, the folks over at TCL is behind this device: the Blackberry KeyOne.The Key...
Back in the day, I was a huge BlackBerry fan as I had a few of the Curves & the Bold 9900 running leaked OSes & everything. So I'll always have a special place in my heart for the brand. With that being said, I didn't think I would like it as much as I di...
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topnewreview.com Updated:
2018-04-05 11:46:26
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It's hard to think of a brand with a more confused history' than BlackBerry. In the 1990s, it let cutting-edge high-flyers get urgent emails on the move. From 2003, it was the corporate smartphone of choice. In 2008 we learned Barack Obama used one. By 20...
We re glad to see physical buttons are still an option, but in other respects this isn't a particularly good phone...
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Keyboard looks and feels greatHuge suite of Blackberry appsLots of customizationSmall screenWeak cameraSlow network connectionFor traveling business professionals—or fans of physical keyboards—the Blackberry KEYone provides a wealth of customi...
Keyboard looks and feels great, Huge suite of Blackberry apps, Lots of customization...
Small screen, Weak camera, Slow network connection...
Worth it if you love a physical keyboard.Most of all, you'll need to decide if the lovely physical keyboard is worth the reduced screen size. If you don't need a phone for business, the KEYone and all its BlackBerry apps become a tougher sell. But we stil...
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The 10 best smartphones of 2018CES and MWC are over and it's time to clear the dust and see what smartphones are leading the pack this year.Read MoreThe BlackBerry KEY2 offers several improvements over last year's KEYone and is a solid phone for enterpris...
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Real talk for a second? I love physical phone keyboards My first smartphone was a Treo 180, and even before that I had a thumbboard attachment for my Palm V I'm old, is what I'm saying I stayed with my Palm Pre way longer than I probably should have, just...
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