| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $120.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
No cellular connectivity
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| Launch | Announced | 2010, September. Released 2011, April |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 194 x 130 x 10 mm (7.64 x 5.12 x 0.39 in) |
| Weight | 425 g (14.99 oz) | |
| SIM | No | |
| Display | Type | TFT |
| Size | 7.0 inches, 137.9 cm2 (~54.7% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 600 x 1024 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~170 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | BlackBerry Tablet OS |
| Chipset | TI OMAP 4430 | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9 | |
| GPU | PowerVR SGX540 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Internal | 16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM, 64GB 1GB RAM | |
| Main Camera | Single | 5 MP, AF |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 3 MP |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 2.1, EDR | |
| Positioning | GPS | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro |
| Features |
Micro HDMI port Document viewer Media player MP3/WMA/AAC+ Video player DivX/WMV/XviD/3gp Organizer Predictive text input |
|
| Browser | HTML5, Adobe Flash | |
| Battery | Type | Non-removable Li-Po 5300 mAh battery |
| Talk time | Up to 10 h (multimedia) | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
| SAR | 1.41 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 1.69 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 120 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Display | Contrast ratio: 1160:1 (nominal) |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the BlackBerry Playbook
Advantages
- Generous visual canvas spanning 7 inches, ideal for split-screen multitasking and media consumption
- Precision stylus and active pen support tailored for digital illustration and handwriting
Disadvantages
- Larger physical footprint makes comfortable one-handed operation impractical
- Rear optical camera hardware is more modest compared to contemporary smartphones
- Substantial weight requires a desk stand or folio case during prolonged viewing sessions
Engineered to deliver an expansive digital workspace, the BlackBerry Playbook commands attention through its slender, rigid chassis and immersive a spacious, high-resolution display panel spanning 7 inches . The broad aspect ratio is finely tuned for comfortable split-screen document workflows, immersive digital illustration, and high-definition multimedia playback with generous viewing angles.
Under the hood, processing horsepower is directed by the capable TI OMAP 4430. Demanding tasks—including 4K video rendering, multi-window productivity, and graphic-intensive mobile gaming—operate with reassuring fluidity. Precision active stylus support transforms the screen into a responsive digital sketchpad, complemented by an acoustic speaker array that produces expansive stereo separation.
Prolonged operational sessions are sustained by a hefty 5300mAh power cell, engineered to effortlessly see users through long flights, university lectures, or marathon media sessions. In conclusion, the BlackBerry Playbook proves to be an authoritative large-screen tablet that excels in both content creation and mobile entertainment.
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