BlackBerry Priv, the first Android OS smartphone from the company, is now out in India for Rs 62,999. As far as Androids go this one is unique, as it comes with a full-fledged keyboard. It has a 5.4-inch 2K display, Snapdragon 808 processor, 3GB RAM and 32GB storage space. We take a close look at other unique features of the BB Priv.
BlackBerry Priv will not let users install third party launchers or apps from unverified sources. One of Android's key features is the ability to add new launchers, but BlackBerry Priv is more focused on security. It also offers 2TB expansion space, which no other phone does.
The slide out keyboard offers the same features as the virtual keyboard on other BlackBerry devices. It is also supports screen scroll using the keyboard too.
BlackBerry DTEK will scan every single app and the permissions it is taking from the user.
BlackBerry Priv also comes with a Password keeper to secure passwords in one place. The phone will also offer the kind of services BlackBerry users are used to in the form of the Hub and better enterprise features.
BlackBerry Priv has a 18 mp camera on the back and a 2mp front camera.
Damien Tay, product manager for Blackberry, said the OS is closer to pure Android, but will come with add-ons like an on-demand widget and gestures.