Rumor: BlackBerry might introduce new Android phone at MWC
posted by Alan F.
/ Feb 20, 2016, 2:05 PM
At this stage, it is hard to determine just how successful the move to Android has been for BlackBerry. AT&T lost its exclusivity on the device last month, and T-Mobile followed by adding the phone to its line-up. Verizon is expected to launch the phone next month, and Sprint will eventually offer it too. Once all four carriers offer the model, we can get a better idea of how it is selling.
Specs for the Vienna are rumored to include a 5-inch screen with a 1080 x 1920 resolution. 3GB of RAM is said to be inside, and an 18MP camera should grace the back of the device. If you're interested in the BlackBerry Vienna, keep checking in right here. We are in Barcelona, so if BlackBerry unveils the device at MWC, we will pass the information on to you immediately!
Will the BlackBerry Vienna get unveiled at MWC?
source: TechNewsToday via Phandroid
17 Comments
1. meanestgenius
Posts: 21576; Member since: May 28, 2014
Definitely like the design of this phone. If it comes in multiple colors (like the images suggest) that will be even sweeter.
posted on Feb 20, 2016, 2:10 PM 2
2. Mxyzptlk unregistered
I just hope it's universally unlocked and competitively priced.
posted on Feb 20, 2016, 2:35 PM 3
11. geoffphuket
Posts: 50; Member since: Feb 08, 2016
Yes, and a different name would be a good idea
posted on Feb 20, 2016, 7:00 PM 0
3. Intrepid_wiz
Posts: 28; Member since: Dec 30, 2015
This device is looking Good. Hope its exactly as the renders suggest
posted on Feb 20, 2016, 2:51 PM 0
4. Arch_Fiend
Posts: 3947; Member since: Oct 03, 2015
Probably powered by the Sd652 since it has 1080p.
posted on Feb 20, 2016, 2:54 PM 0
5. jellmoo
Posts: 2541; Member since: Oct 31, 2011
I can't imagine it will have a 5 inch display. That would put the thing at over 7 inches tall. The Passport only had a 4,5 inch display, and it pulled off the keyboard by being exceptionally wide, which this doesn't appear to be.
posted on Feb 20, 2016, 3:43 PM 1
6. meanestgenius
Posts: 21576; Member since: May 28, 2014
Could be. Unless they make the physical keyboard smaller and more compact, like the PRIV when the keyboard is exposed.
posted on Feb 20, 2016, 4:02 PM 0
7. Crispin_Gatieza
Posts: 3106; Member since: Jan 23, 2014
Not to mention it looks like there's a row of physical buttons between the display and the keyboard. As a reference, look at the M8 which has a 5" display with onscreen buttons and it's tall drink of water. Granted, it has the HTC bar and the front firing speakers but still, even a half-assed keyboard will take up more room than that.
posted on Feb 20, 2016, 5:44 PM 0
12. meanestgenius
Posts: 21576; Member since: May 28, 2014
Looks like BlackBerry will be implementing the "tool belt" on this device, similar to the Classic and legacy devices.
posted on Feb 20, 2016, 7:01 PM 0
13. meanestgenius
Posts: 21576; Member since: May 28, 2014
Agreed. The Passport keyboard is awesome.
posted on Feb 20, 2016, 7:01 PM 1
10. geoffphuket
Posts: 50; Member since: Feb 08, 2016
Android is the way to go
posted on Feb 20, 2016, 6:58 PM 0
14. willywanta
Posts: 502; Member since: Jun 04, 2014
now now, blackberry's design is too stiff imho. Less dynamic and less futuristic.
posted on Feb 20, 2016, 7:14 PM 0
15. iLovesarcasm
Posts: 589; Member since: Oct 20, 2014
Hopefully not made in China.
posted on Feb 20, 2016, 7:18 PM 0
16. megathaszrul89
Posts: 203; Member since: Jan 08, 2015
Maybe it comes with 5" screen, but not a tall one, maybe it's wider, just to make sure it achieve the 5" diagonal stretch? I dunno. Just maybe.
