BlackBerry Classic Factory Unlocked Cellphone, Black
Brand | BlackBerry |
Model Name | Classic |
Wireless Carrier | Unlocked |
Operating System | Blackberry |
Cellular Technology | LTE,GSM,HSPA |
Memory Storage Capacity | 16 GB |
Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi |
Color | Black |
Screen Size | 3.5 Inches |
Wireless network technology | GSM |
About this item
- Unlocked cell phones are compatible with GSM carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile as well as with GSM SIM cards (e.g. H20, Straight Talk, and select prepaid carriers). Unlocked cell phones will not work with CDMA Carriers like Sprint, Verizon, Boost or Virgin.
- Large square touch screen
- Amazingly fast and astoundingly beautiful web browsing
- A battery that powers through
- BlackBerry keyboard
- Built for ultimate reliability and durability
- Security to keep private matters private
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Your Power. Upgraded.
The smartphone you trust, with the power you couldn't imagine.
Our loyal customers asked us for a very specific phone and we answered with BlackBerry Classic: a familiar design inclusive of the beloved classic navigation keys and physical keyboard, with the speed and powerful performance of BlackBerry 10. With a feature rich unified inbox, bigger screen and a battery that puts in the hours, BlackBerry Classic is true to our heritage, delivering the best productivity and communications experience the market has to offer.
BlackBerry Classic is the best productivity and communications tool BlackBerry has ever produced.
Why you'll love BlackBerry Classic
- More performance in a familiar package
- BlackBerry Classic is designed for QWERTY fans and productivity driven communicators
- Fast and beautiful web browsing
- Built for ultimate reliability and durability
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More Ways to Access AppsOn BlackBerry 10, you can discover and download both Android and BlackBerry apps. Access the very best business and productivity apps through BlackBerry World including Bloomberg, Box and WebEx Meetings and the latest Android apps and games such as Candy Crush Saga, Pinterest and Kindle for Android through the Amazon Appstore. |
Rated Amongst the Best Mobile BrowsersThe new BlackBerry 10 web browser is amazingly fast and astoundingly beautiful. That’s why HTML5TEST.com rates it amongst the top mobile browsers for web fidelity.1 Access your favourite online content as it was meant to be seen, faster than ever before and with unlimited browser tabs. |
40 Keys to SuccessIt takes more than fast thumbs and a stone cold focus to stay on top of your inbox and the day’s priorities. We heard you loud and clear. You need a tool built for purposeful achievements. You need one place for all your messages. You need navigation buttons that do more than ‘go home’, and a physical keyboard that has no rival. |
A Battery That Powers Through
BlackBerry Classic contains a sizeable 2515 mAh battery and state of the art power optimization software, delivering the best possible battery performance. With up to a 22 hours of battery power, you can be confident that BlackBerry Classic will be ready to deliver results when you need it to.
All Your Messages in One Place
BlackBerry Hub is the one place to manage all your conversations – email, texts, BBM, phone calls, social media and more. You can even glance at what’s next in your calendar. It’s always available with a single swipe to help you stay organized, in control and on top of all your conversations.
Built To Last
True to its heritage, the BlackBerry Classic is built for ultimate reliability and durability – because we know you always have your BlackBerry in your hand when you’re juggling multiple priorities.
From the protective outer frame that we machined from a solid block of stainless steel to the ultra-durable Corning Gorilla Glass screen, the BlackBerry Classic has been designed with high-quality materials and finishes to provide optimal grip and better protection from impact.
The Power of Blackberry Now On Your Computer and Tablet
BlackBerry Blend seamlessly brings messaging and content that’s on your BlackBerry smartphone to your computer and tablet. Get instant notifications, read and respond to your work and personal messages, and access your documents, calendar, contacts and media in real time on whatever device you are on, powered by your BlackBerry.
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Screen Size | 3.5" | 3.1" | 2.8" |
Battery Size | 2515 mAh | 2100 mAh | 1230 mAh |
OS | BlackBerry 10 | BlackBerry 10 | BlackBerry 7 |
Dimensions | 131 x 72 x 10.2 mm | 119.6 x 66.8 x 10.35 mm | 115 x 66 x 10.5 mm |
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What is an unlocked phone?An unlocked phone is a device that is not bound to any carrier or plan. It allows you to choose your phone first and your carrier second. Upon selecting a plan, simply insert the carrier's SIM card into the phone and you're ready to go. If you decide you want to change carriers down the road or want to take an international trip, it's as simple as replacing your existing SIM card with a new SIM and activating your new plan. |
What are the benefits of an unlocked phone?Freedom: Choose the carrier with the best service or price. If you find a better deal later, you have the ability to change to a different carrier. Travel: Take your phone internationally and use the carrier of your choice. It's as easy as inserting an active SIM card. Selection: Choose the phone with the features you want, whether or not your carrier sells it, and get more service options without a contract. |
How do I set up my unlocked phone?The first thing you’ll need is a SIM card for your desired carrier. When activated, the SIM card will let your phone connect to your carrier’s network. If you decide to upgrade to a newer unlocked phone in the future, you can easily remove the SIM card from your old phone and put it in your new phone—just make sure you get the right size of SIM card (nano, micro, or standard) for your phone. If you want to use your phone while traveling internationally, you can easily buy a SIM card for a carrier that operates where you’re traveling. As long as it’s activated, you can just swap SIM cards when you arrive at your destination. |
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Product Description
More performance in a familiar package. A familiar design inclusive of the beloved classic navigation keys and keyboard, with the speed and powerful performance of BlackBerry 10.
Product information
Product Dimensions | 5.11 x 0.4 x 2.83 inches |
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Item Weight | 6.2 ounces |
ASIN | B00OYZZ3VS |
Item model number | Classic |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
3.9 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
OS | Blackberry |
RAM | 16 GB |
Wireless communication technologies | Cellular |
Connectivity technologies | Wi-Fi |
Special features | mobile-hotspot-capability, dual-band, dual-camera, smartphone, built-in-gps |
Display resolution | 720x720 pixels |
Other display features | Wireless |
Human Interface Input | Keyboard |
Other camera features | 8 MP |
Form Factor | Bar |
Color | Black |
Phone Talk Time | 20 Hours |
Whats in the box | Video Recorder, Camera |
Department | Wireless |
Manufacturer | Blackberry |
Date First Available | December 15, 2014 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 16 GB |
Standing screen display size | 3.5 Inches |
Weight | 176 Grams |
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Customers like the build quality, quality and ease of use of the cellular phone. They mention that it's built right, has a superb keyboard and that it is easy to use. They are also satisfied with the speed. However, some customers have different opinions on performance, battery life, size, and apps.
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Customers like the build quality of the cellular phone. They mention it's built right, impressively built, and durable. The accompanying ear-buds are excellent quality, and the hardware on the unit is top-notch. The battery lasts for more than a day, and it'll secure many different phones.
"...Androids are great little gaming machines that allow some more customization than iOS does, plus there are also tons of apps available through..." Read more
"...This phone has a premium feel to it and has some heft which only adds to the quality feel...." Read more
"...The accompanying ear-buds are excellent quality, and I am quite taken to the fettuccine cords, as they are not prone to twist or tangle...." Read more
"...It was also very fast, and a really nice device.About two months after I owned it, it starting getting streaks in the display...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the cellular phone. They say the keyboard is amazing, superb, and sweet. They are happy with the many features and say the phone handles all of those things beautifully. Customers also love the keyboard shortcuts and the toolbelt. They mention that the browser is great and that there are some nice weather apps and calculators.
"...conversations are simply crystal clear, and you have the ability to truly multi-task while on a call...." Read more
"...This app is extremely powerful with the Classic's keyboard...." Read more
"...The Passport also does week at a glance with details, with 3 more hours vertically and 3 more characters per column than the Classic...." Read more
"...The hardware is pretty great. The software is generally okay and in some aspects brilliant...." Read more
Customers find the cellular phone easy to use. They mention it's simple, convenient, and has a user-friendly menu and interface. They also say the keys are easy to press and the trackpad makes it easy to edit. Customers also say that the SIM and SD cards are now easier to install and that doing PowerPoint presentations is a breeze with this function.
"...have better battery life than either Apple or Android, and the OS is very easy to use (especially if you have a PC)...." Read more
"...and can watch/listen to whatever is on my phone Doing powerpoint presentations is a breeze with this function...." Read more
"...the Classic take more steps to achieve the same result, it takes more steps to copy, paste, & cut and then you cannot paste that information in as..." Read more
"...platforms, the Blackberry version is easy on the eyes and very amicable to the user. This app is extremely powerful with the Classic's keyboard...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the speed of the cellular phone. They mention that it has a lightning fast browser, the OS runs fast and smooth, and it is fast on WiFi and LTE. They also appreciate the snappy performance and the long-lasting battery.
"...Internet browsing is speedy. I have compared this side by side with my passport and my wife's iphone...." Read more
"...It was also very fast, and a really nice device.About two months after I owned it, it starting getting streaks in the display...." Read more
"...Web browsing is very fast to load pages and I would say just as fast as Chrome...." Read more
"...The Browser is a major upgrade as well. It is so fast on WIFI and LTE and I've never had it crash on me...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the cellular phone. Some mention that it works superbly, the keys are easy to use with their big hands, and it works wonderfully on Mac OS X. However, others say that it's not great, not horrible, and clearly faulty on many levels. Some functions have bugs or have limited function.
"...The phone is now useless, and I need it for work. And I have to wait 10 days?This is ridiculous...." Read more
"...Waze, which I use every day, works beautifully, if a bit slowly, but the app is a battery HOG.. Even still, with that app run twice a day for up to..." Read more
"...of my questions to my satisfaction and that the phone is not as functional or smooth as promised, and that I am an unsatisfied customer...." Read more
"...The Sonos App works flawlessly with the Classic...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the cellular phone. Some mention that it has good battery life, while others say that it eats itself alive when running Waze+Bluetooth. The battery is non-removable and is not user-serviceable.
"...Battery life is exceptional and will easily get you through 1 day!!..." Read more
"...This phone has great battery life, the best qwerty keyboard on a smartphone, and it is a durable, great looking device...." Read more
"...I use every day, works beautifully, if a bit slowly, but the app is a battery HOG.. Even still, with that app run twice a day for up to an hour each..." Read more
"...are pretty upset about this, I have to tell you, the battery life on the Classic is awesome...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the cellular phone. Some mention that it's excellent size to use with one hand, and the screen is really of a good size. However, others say that it is a little larger and heavier than they would like, and that it results in a much smaller screen.
"...itself arrived as expected - quickly and through Amazon - and fits nicely in hand, looks good, seems super durable, is a little heavy...." Read more
"...The build quality is top rate and I love the way it looks and fits in my pocket...." Read more
"...For hand comfort, the Classic could be better. It's bigger than the 9900, and the back texture feels like hard plastic with nothing special to help..." Read more
"...-the "notes" field in contacts has an endless amount of space available; it's basically like a text-only Evernote but in your contacts /..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the apps. Some mention there are plenty of apps in the store for entertainment and limited productivity, while others say that none of the apps they use on a daily basis are available. They also say the phone has limited app support presently and is a little buggy with Android apps.
"...However, the calendar app has a few design flaws. One, it does not allow appointment creation or editing with a single click...." Read more
"...There are plenty of apps in the store for entertainment and limited productivity, and to be honest the devices do work well...." Read more
"...While it's no replacement for native apps, it does help alleviate the app gap if there are apps important to you...." Read more
"...from Blackberry's other OS but its not for everyone, the lack of apps, the glitchy behaviors you get when you side-load and speaker quality may..." Read more
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I've had this phone for about a week now, and I continue to be impressed by it. I am by no means beholden to any particular phone OS. I've had them all in one form or another. I've had the G1, G2, Samsung, Nexus One and 5 androids, a Windows 7 and 10 phone, a couple of iOS devices, and the Blackberry 8100 and flip. Being new, the Classic beats out the older Blackberries without a doubt. It is, in my opinion, the best phone that I've had to date. But it is not for everyone.
Apple devices are great for those who want something that is simple and generally works very well. There are plenty of apps in the store for entertainment and limited productivity, and to be honest the devices do work well. Androids are great little gaming machines that allow some more customization than iOS does, plus there are also tons of apps available through Google and Amazon. Plus there are android styles out there for just about anyone. Windows has come a long way from Windows Phone 7. The devices generally have better battery life than either Apple or Android, and the OS is very easy to use (especially if you have a PC). The Windows Store is coming along, but it has a way to go to come close to the others.
All of these devices suffer from the same handicaps; battery life and true multi-tasking capability. Yes, you may have multiple apps open and running, but getting to them can become an acrobatic exercise of button holding and swiping, and you run the risk of accidentally closing something that you want open, like the telephone. Batteries on these devices frequently fall short of a full day or usable battery, even with moderate use.
This is, like most previous reviewers have said, a productivity device. Phone conversations are simply crystal clear, and you have the ability to truly multi-task while on a call. Need to write down a confirmation number or address while you are on a call, not a problem. It can be done from the call screen. Typing is so much easier with a physical keyboard than on a virtual keyboard. It does take some getting used to, especially if you like to use the swipe functions, but typing is more accurate. And there is something satisfying about the little click of pressing a key... an actual click and not an app generated sound sample. I had forgotten how much I missed the physical keyboard.
The screen is crisp and clear, and most web pages can be read without needing to zoom in or out too much. There is no rotation feature to the display, but it is a square screen and therefore not really needed. Some may think that it is too small, but with a virtual keyboard up, the actual screen space is comparable.
The track pad is greatly improved over the old track ball, and can be used in conjunction with the touch screen. This makes placing the cursor easy and accurate if you need to correct spelling or to cut and paste. I can even log into my online classroom and do homework relatively comfortably... something I couldn't do on any other device, even a tablet.
The battery life on this device is simply exceptional. I am an average user that usually makes a couple of phone calls a day, checks my email, reads news stories, texts, etc. The first couple of days of use, the phone would get down into the 10% range. I'll attribute this to playing around with the settings a lot to get things just right. After the first couple of days, on an average day, I am getting to the end of the day with better than 40% of battery left. Battery saving is not on and the screen is at moderate brightness, WiFi is constantly on but bluetooth and NFC is off as they aren't used. I couldn't get anywhere near this with the androids, and Windows would take me to about 10% by the end of the day.
The cons for this phone are what have been previously stated. Blackberry World (their app store) is a little thin on apps, depending on your perspective and what you are looking for. The Amazon App Store is pre-installed, and what I have loaded works with a couple of exceptions. No, not all apps will work and will crash, but for the most part they work just fine for what I use. If I want to play a game from Google or Amazon, I'll just use my old phone or my tablet.
In all, this is a great phone for me, and it is a comfortable size, not some monster like a Samsung or iPhone 6+. If you are an app collector or play games heavily on your phone, then this is not the phone for you. If you want a phone that can get through a day of use, have crystal clear phone calls, AND you can multi-task and type comfortably on, then give this one a look.
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