The launch of the BlackBerry Z10 has exploded in India. “This is a game changer for BlackBerry and also for the industry. We are already running out of stock,” said Sunil Dutt, Managing Director of BlackBerry India. BlackBerry has had to increase its device forecast by 40% for the region. “In a couple of markets where we launched first, about 45 per cent of people who bought BB10 device were uniqu... »
*UPDATE* – We’ve been getting many inquiries into the source of this information. We were able to sit in on a conference call from AT&T to their retail management and Wireless Advocates, which includes Costco and Staples. This is the information that was provided during the call. We’ve received word that the BlackBerry Z10 will become available through AT&T on March 15th.... »
The BlackBerry Z10 is being promoted using NFC-led campaigns throughout the UK. BlackBerry has teamed up with NFC specialist Proxama and experimental marketing agency Experience Worldwide to create the unique campaign. Starting with 14 shopping centres nationwide, the campaign features an NFC experience that allows existing BlackBerry device owners to sample the NFC element of the Z10. Users will ... »
Here’s an interesting turn of events. Just a few weeks ago Canaccord Genuity analyst Mike Walkley slashed his sales estimates for the BlackBerry Z10 by nearly 85%. Walkley initially had Z10 sales of nearly 2 million. Though, his checks prompted him to slash the estimates down to only 300,000. We had conducted our own checks and found the estimates to be way off base. Walkley has now admitted... »
BlackBerry has teamed up with Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile for the “BlackBerry Z10 Keep Moving with Alicia Keys” Sweepstakes, which kicked off today! Fans can enter the sweepstakes for a chance to win BlackBerry Z10 smartphones and an “Alicia Keys VIP Experience”. Here’s how you can do it: Visit www.verizonwireless.com/blackberryz10, www.att.com/Z10, or http://us.blackberry.com/campa... »
The BlackBerry Z10 has launched today in Indonesia. The device will become available at BlackBerry Lifestyle stores across the country by next week. The BlackBerry Z10 will be available in black and white colors and retail for Rp 6,999,000 beginning on March 15th. “BlackBerry is stepping away from traditional use of smartphones,” said Vivek Bhardwaj. “BlackBerry Flow is gesture-b... »
Sprint has decided they will not sell the flagship BlackBerry Z10. Rather, Sprint has opted to sell the BlackBerry Q10 later this year. This will make Sprint the only major US carrier to not offer the BlackBerry Z10. “We aren’t saying there’s anything different about our customers,” said Mark Elliot, a spokesman for Sprint. “We think our customers will be happy with the qwerty keyboard and touch s... »
This past week we revealed the BlackBerry Z10 will launch in Australia on March 18th. BlackBerry users in Australia can now pre-order the BlackBerry Z10 at Harvey Norman. Although it isn’t listed when it’s available, customers can get the device outright for $733. Check out the BlackBerry Z10 at Harvey Norman here. Thanks Chaplain_Clancy! »
BlackBerry users in Indonesia will soon be able to purchase the BlackBerry Z10. The BlackBerry Z10 will launch on March 4th in Jakarta. There’s no word yet on pricing or carrier availability. Let’s hope the Z10 launch is as successful as the Bold 9790. via detikinet Thanks @acm4ldinie! »
ShopBlackBerry.com was down for quite awhile. We’re not exactly sure what the issue may have been. Though, it’s alive and well, packed full of the accessories available for the BlackBerry Z10. If you’re looking for accessories for the BlackBerry Z10 then look no further than http://ShopBlackBerry.com »
There are plenty of accessories coming out for the BlackBerry Z10. Some of these include the battery charger bundle, ultra portable mini Bluetooth speaker, and cases. One of the most anticipated accessory is the BlackBerry Z10 multimedia dock. We recently got to go hands-on with the unreleased accessory for the Z10. The BlackBerry Z10 multimedia dock charges via the MicroUSB port. There is also a ... »
The BlackBerry Z10 looks to be getting a huge OS update coming in March 2013. According to Telus’ upcoming software updates page, the BlackBerry Z10 will be updated to OS 10.1 in March. There’s no word on what the new changes will be in 10.1. We have seen smaller releases leak out, which sit at only 10.0.10.648. What do you think 10.1 will feature? via MobileSyrup »
Have you been wondering just when the BlackBerry Z10 will become available in the USA? Official Twitter account for BlackBerry tweeted: “From East Coast to West, #BlackBerry10 will be available across the U.S. in a few short weeks: http://blck.by/XYKi3A“. While no specific date was given, it looks to peg the BlackBerry Z10′s release by the end of March. T-Mobile more specifically... »
Sales for the BlackBerry Z10 have been doing exceptionally well. What’s even more impressive is those who are purchasing the Z10. According to results announced by BlackBerry, over 50% of sales in Canada have been by new customers to the BlackBerry platform. During a conference for the company’s enterprise customers and developers in San Francisco, BlackBerry VP Richard Piasentin also ... »
Didn’t like OS 10.0.10.261 very much for your BlackBerry Z10? Then how about trying out OS 10.0.10.648, but ONLY if you have a BlackBerry Z10 model STL100-3, which is the Qualcomm LTE variant. To check which Z10 you have, go to Settings > About > and look for model number. You will need a Windows PC in order to install this leaked OS. As with all leaked OS, do take precautions. We are ... »
How ya going mates, ready for the BlackBerry Z10? BlackBerry has just sent us an invite for the BlackBerry Z10 launch event in Sydney, Australia on March 18th. BlackBerry CEO Thorsten Heins will be attending and giving a keynote along with managing director of Australia, Matthew Ball. So get ready my fellow Aussies, the wait for the BlackBerry Z10 is not too far away! »
Just the other day we saw the BlackBerry Z10 had made it through the FCC. Once again, a Verizon branded BlackBerry Z10 has surfaced. Not much new in the images, but you get another glimpse at the awful Verizon branding. I feel grateful to have zero carrier branding on my Z10. Nevertheless, those Verizon users who have waited it out, are you excited for the device to release March/April? via CB »
There are 330 WirelessWave stores across Canada. According to Glentel Inc., the owner of the WirelessWave chain, the BlackBerry Z10 is “leading smartphone” since it went on sale in the stores on February 5th. Glentel says the BlackBerry Z10 has been outselling Apple’s iPhone and Samsung’s Galaxy phones. Though, the company would not provide a specific breakdown of sales numbers. Andrew... »
Rock N Roll Games let us know about their latest release for BlackBerry 10. Users with a BlackBerry Z10 can pick up a free copy of Land of Mines. Land of Mines is a turn based strategy game where a player have to use whatever tools and weapons are available to attack and kill all the monsters in each of the levels. I haven’t had a chance to download Land of Mines (since my Z10 is currently a... »
The BlackBerry Z10 on Verizon is getting one step closer. The soon-to-be CDMA device known as model RFA91LW has passed the FCC. There is an upper range of 700MHz LTE spectrum with GSM roaming and NFC. What’s left to know is when Big Red will release the Z10. There are reports it may be as late as April. via Engadget »
