We just released our 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook review, where we compare it to other LTE tablets currently in the market. However, Research In Motion has made their own “Sales Battle Card”, which shows the 4G LTE PlayBook stacked up against the likes of the iPad, Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1, and Kindle Fire. What the chart helps to prove is that the 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook is certainl... »
In the latest developer beta OS for the PlayBook that released today, user were greeted with bundled AT&T apps. Could this be a sign that AT&T will be one of the US carriers to offer the 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook? We have even seen a similar tell-tale sign for Verizon Wireless, when the ability to manage your Verizon Wireless store tab accidentally popped up in App World. Nonetheless, the... »
Research In Motion at last had the 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook released on carrier throughout Canada this past Friday. Did you buy yours over the weekend? Sure, it doesn’t have NFC yet, but most of you didn’t seem to think it really mattered. Vote and sound off in the comments to say why you have or why you haven’t bought your 4G PlayBook. »
Research In Motion finally released the 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook throughout Canada, yesterday. One of the features we saw rumored to be available on the 4G PlayBook was NFC. However, it does not currently seem to be available. While we’ve confirmed the NFC hardware is there, we probably won’t see the feature be made available until the release of the tablet version of BlackBerry 10. ... »
The 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook launched throughout Canada today, and mine thankfully came through the post. Not much has changed in the overall design from the original WiFi-only PlayBook box-art, except for the obvious ’4G’ branding. Nevertheless, check out this unboxing porn and let your pallet salivate. While you wait for our official review of the 4G LTE PlayBook, be sure to check ... »
Research In Motion has finally released the 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook throughout carriers in Canada. RIM’s own BlackBerry Blog took some time to get the 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook Product Manager, Shaun, to give a quick look at the new tablet. You can additionally see our own hands-on videos here. On a BlackBerry? Click here for mobile YouTube version »
Just how fast is the new 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook? Check out the video below to see how well it performs on AT&T’s 4G and LTE network. We used the SpeedTest.net app from App World to conduct the speed test. You’ll likely see varying results based on a whole slew of metrics (Carrier type, cell tower proximity, etc). Nevertheless, check it out and let us know what you think. Shout... »
Today is the big day for the 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook launch. Though, it looks to be a silent one. Nevertheless, if you’ve been waiting for the 4G PlayBook, both TELUS and Rogers Wireless has made it available for purchase online. Here’s their pricing: Rogers Wireless – $349.99 on 3yr plan ($549.99 outright) Buy Now >> TELUS – $549.99 (outright) Buy Now >> Bel... »
The new 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook comes with an upgraded processor of 1.5GHz. Whereas, the original WiFi-only model only packs a 1GHz processor. It doesn’t sound like that much of an upgrade, but it is certainly noticeable with some games, apps, and more. Check out the video below and let us know what you think of the multitasking capabilities of the 4G PlayBook versus the WiFi-only model. ... »
The 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook is now officially available in Canada. The new 4G PlayBook allows you to manage the new network connections. The 4G PlayBook supports both HSPA+ and LTE bands. As you can see from our video, the 4G PlayBook is running on AT&T’s network. You too can accomplish this by unlocking your 4G PlayBook using our how to unlock tutorial here. Check out the video and l... »
We take the new 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook versus the WiFi-only PlayBook on a head-to-head HTML5 test. However, the WiFi-only PlayBook has a slight advantage due to it running the developer OS 2.1 beta. Nonetheless, check out the video below and let us know what you think. Shout out to @NICKVALENTIN0 for the video! »
The launch of the 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook is coming underway. As such, Research In Motion has published some videos on how to connect it to a mobile network and how to insert a microSIM card. Check out the demo videos below: How to connect to a mobile network How to insert microSIM »
Yesterday, Research In Motion finally announced that the 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook would be releasing August 9th in Canada. The 4G PlayBook will feature minor spec upgrade with a 1.5GHz processor and 1GB RAM. Additionally, RIM announced that the 4G PlayBook will come in only one variant: 32GB. For those media hungry users, 32GB may not be enough as games, movies, music, etc begin filling up. By h... »
Last week it was rumored that the 4G BlackBerry PlayBook would release on July 31st via Bell Canada. That date has come and gone, with no inkling of a clue to its release. Nevertheless, according to the document above, Rogers Wireless stores have been tipped on their receiving of shipments labeled “PLAYBOOK SECURITY.” Additionally, the doc states that employees should “store it safely ... »
The 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook is rumored to be releasing in Canada next week on July 31st. The 4G PlayBook will only have two real differences: 4G LTE (obviously) and a 1.5GHz processor. Other than being able to finally put the PlayBook on a carrier and have it even more snappier than it is, noting else will change. Well, except that it might come pre-loaded with PlayBook OS 2.1. Nevertheless, vo... »
Here’s something promising on the release of the 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook. A leaked internal Bell document shows that the much awaited 4G PlayBook will be releasing on July 31st on the carrier. Additionally, the document shows the price will be $549.95 outright. A quick recap on the 4G PlayBook’s specs are: 7-inch display with a resolution of 1024 x 600, 1.5GHz dual-core processor, 4... »
During yesterday’s Q1 FY2013 earnings call, CEO Thorsten Heins reiterated that the 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook would soon be arriving to market. We heard the delay in its release was due to a hardware revision, but as Heins said, we can expect it ‘soon’. Could ‘soon’ be in a month, end of year, or early next year? Does a 4G PlayBook even matter at this point? In the la... »
A few weeks back we exclusively received word on some of the details regarding the rumored 10″ BlackBerry PlayBook aka PlayBook 2. However, it seems RIM has changed their mind, as we’ve received new word that the entire 10″ PlayBook development has been canceled. The reason we’re told is for production focus on the first QNX powered BlackBerry ‘Superphone’. Some... »
