The Blackberry Priv, the brand's first Android smartphone, will be Blackberry's last chance to gain a foothold in the smartphone market. While waiting to see it land, all stock applications are available on Google Play.
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While pre-orders for the Blackberry Priv are open, the Canadian brand has uploaded its in-house applications to Google Play. You will therefore soon be able to replace your smartphone's interface with that of Blackberry. And there are some really interesting applications. Small list.
Blackberry launcher
If you want to feel like you're using the new Blackberry Priv, installing the launcher seems essential. The Canadian company has not made the choice of major interface transformations compared to a pure Android.
The Blackberry launcher offers several cool widgets, different customizable icon packs, and a few other items to improve productivity. Nothing revolutionary but nice all the same. And visibly light.
Blackberry Keyboard
Blackberry is undoubtedly the keyboard expert. Obviously, the physical keyboard has always been the symbol of the brand, but in recent years there has also been a tactile keyboard made in Blackberry. And we must admit that the manufacturer has succeeded in transposing its know-how into this keyboard.
The Blackberry Keyboard application should therefore delight more than one. Very intuitive, it also allows you to write much faster thanks to an intelligent suggestion system. A simple swipe of your finger upwards “sends” the word. Excellent.
Blackberry hub
It is without a doubt the killer-feature of Blackberry smartphones. Its Hub is a real gem of productivity. Blackberry Hub actually allows all notifications to be grouped into a single interface. It is a kind of message aggregator.
It includes notifications from social networks, SMS, MMS, emails etc. From the interface we respond, we sort, we manage. It's really intuitive and well thought out. For having tested the Blackberry Passport and Classic, this Hub was a real asset of BB 10. To install without hesitation.
Blackberry Blend
Another productivity tool, Blackberry Blend actually allows you to use your smartphone from your PC or Mac. For those in the know, Blackberry Blend is based on the same principle as Pushbullet.
You will be able to control your smartphone from your PC or Mac: send SMS, Mails, consult your calendar. Everything is possible with Blend. Again, having used it while testing the Blackberry Passport and Classic, it was really an effective tool.
Blackberry Camera
It might not be the best app for the next Blackberry Priv but if you want to take advantage of the camera interface of the Canadian's next smartphone you can install Blackberry Camera.
There is nothing revolutionary about this photo application. It offers what many manufacturers already offer. It will suit more fans of the brand who do not yet have their Blackberry than regular Android.
Blackberry Services
To be able to take advantage of all the previous applications, it will be essential to install Blackberry Services. Depending on the brand, this application offers more security and productivity. This was the condition for the CEO of Blackberry before launching on Android. To install therefore.
Blackberry Password Keeper
This app is actually a password manager. Blackberry Password Keeper will keep all of your passwords, user IDs, and login details safe. All information is encrypted using AES-256 and is protected with a unique password you choose. An excellent password manager and know-how in terms of security that no longer needs to be proven.
We have chosen the most sympathetic applications among all those offered by Blackberry. In total, the brand offers 18. For the moment, do not try to install them, the manufacturer is waiting for the official release of his Priv to authorize the installation. We'll be sure to let you know when you can start the installations. So which app appeals to you the most?
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