The precious alien of the full screen era | BlackBerry KEY2 Reviews

When the BlackBerry KEYone was released, there was a rumor that it would be the swan song of the BlackBerry full-keyboard phone, but after the release of the BlackBerry KEY2, everything disappeared. It not only returned again, but also brought a comprehensive upgrade. The little regrets on KEYone are on KEY2. Perfect to fill the gap, the BlackBerry KEY2 into a business machine without a short board.

In the era of smart phones, the BlackBerry has experienced a series of pains, until the BlackBerry has completely handed over its security services and brand to TCL, so that the brand of 'Blackberry' can continue to survive. This evaluation did not produce the first time, because I have been playing for a long time and compared it with KEYone.

KEY2 changes

骁 660 + 6G memory;

The screen is still 4.5 inches without change;

The front and back design is more concise and more beautiful;

Finally got a double shot;

Keyboard keys increase by 20%;

Added a 'Speed ​​Button' to combine this button on any page for custom shortcuts;

'Intelligent key' seems to work very well

Blackberry KEY2 appearance

When the full screen is swiping the smartphone, the screen ratio is increased from 80% to 90% and finally close to 100%, while the BlackBerry KEY2 is still standing still, what about the screen ratio of 50%?

This time, KEY2 has little change in appearance compared with KEYone. The difference is that there is a "magic key" in the lower right corner of the keyboard. The area of ​​the button is increased by 19.8%. The rear lens is also upgraded from KEYone's single lens to double. The lens, the overall look is more tough.

When the product manager introduced the BlackBerry KEY2 keyboard designed with 9900 as the model, it triggered the most intense cheers in the audience. The keyboard returned to the priv matte design to avoid the fingerprint collection of keyone, plus the keyboard is said to be similar to 9900. Feel, two happy things together, that is really cool.

The touch + full keyboard mashup interaction mode experienced on KEYone has also been retained. In addition to the custom shortcuts that have been used to launch the App, keyboard trackpad, control fingerprint recognition, etc., BlackBerry has added a shortcut key to KEY2. (Magic key), with custom buttons, you can switch at will. In addition, BlackBerry KEY2 also set an enhanced shortcut on the border, you can customize any corresponding function according to the usage scene.

The screen of the BlackBerry KEY2 is almost the same as that of the KEYone. The alternative 3:2 ratio, 4.5-inch IPS LCD, resolution is 1620x1080, and it doesn't feel uncomfortable to adapt. It's just a bit of a hindrance to the physical keyboard part of the video. It is also inevitable. The screen performance is somewhat cold by default. For a few friends, there may be some incompatibility. Of course, in terms of color training, KEYone is still excellent. Whether it is looking at photos or videos, KEYone's color performance is Very delicate.

BlackBerry KEY2 system Everything for efficiency

To know that BlackBerry has been equipped with its own system, but under the pressure of the market, BlackBerry made concessions, gave up its own Blackberry10OS system, turned to the Android camp. Although it is helpless, but it is not a wise choice At the very least, solve the problem of software ecology. BlackBerry KEY2 uses the latest Android 8.1 version system, the whole system tends to the native interface, efficiency and security seems to have become synonymous with BlackBerry. The BlackBerry that goes to the Android camp still adheres to this principle from design. The enhanced security features have been incorporated into every detail of the phone, and the pre-installed BlackBerry DTEK program protects information security. Every operation is monitored by this security system.

The concept of the account in BlackBerry KEY2 is the BlackBerry Hub, which can integrate users' emails from all accounts, messages and messages on instant messaging tools to effectively improve efficiency and security.

BlackBerry KEY2 provides a number of proprietary software, including desktop launcher, integrated messaging hub, security protection software DTEK, BBM (if you are a BlackBerry Android phone user will not be unfamiliar), Privacy Shade, Password Keeper, Notabel, etc...

The Hub Message Center collects all reminder content, including incoming calls, SMS, WeChat, and various APP reminders. In addition, it is very convenient to support the physical button in the desktop state by pressing and setting the shortcut button. It is very convenient. For example, I set the K button to Lock screen, W set to WeChat, etc., more than twenty letters, enough for you to remember for a while.

BlackBerry KEY2 configuration is enough for chicken but for higher efficiency

BlackBerry KEYone configuration has been criticized by many users, and this time KEY2 uses Qualcomm Xiaolong generation God U-660, running memory also came to 6GB, 64GB storage space and provide TF card expansion. This configuration is enough to deal with many current games, but Friends who use KEY2 to play horizontal screen games should still be a minority. After all, the physical keyboard takes up too much hand space, and the experience is not good.

For performance, a 660 CUP is sufficient for the needs of KEY2, we will not test the hardware.

Blackberry KEY2 photo double photo blessing

BlackBerry KEY2 uses a classic wide-angle + telephoto solution, dual 12 million pixels, the main camera sensor model is S5K3M3. It can create a more soft background blur effect. The sensor is Samsung S5K2L8, which is good from the hardware parameters. Thanks to the Dual PD technology, you can achieve a 0.03 second fast focus when taking pictures with the BlackBerry KEY2, and the night scene proofs will also perform well.

Sample performance: (click to view larger image)




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From the proofs, the performance of KEY2 is quite good in daylight, the photos are sharp, and the details are excellent after zooming in. When taking pictures at night, the focusing speed is really fast, the retention of the details of the dark parts is good, and the noise suppression is also good. Exceeded my expectations.

summary:

The BlackBerry has always been without feelings. The former US President Barack Obama and other international figures are its loyal fans. The BlackBerry KEY2 is definitely a precious alien in the full-screen era. It is still stubbornly insisting on full keyboard design. It is so inconsistent with the present. The trend, but there are some people who like it. The hardware flagship is not the flagship compared to those of the 'flagship', but for KEY2, it is really enough.

The owner of KEY2 must have a sentimental, unique charm... Every time I take out the KEY2 from the suit pocket, what kind of woman is not tempted?


When the BlackBerry KEYone was released, there was a rumor that it would be the swan song of the BlackBerry full-keyboard phone, but after the release of the BlackBerry KEY2, everything disappeared. It not only returned again, but also brought a comprehensive upgrade. The little regrets on KEYone are on KEY2. Perfect to fill the gap, the BlackBerry KEY2 into a business machine without a short board.

In the era of smart phones, the BlackBerry has experienced a series of pains, until the BlackBerry has completely handed over its security services and brand to TCL, so that the brand of 'Blackberry' can continue to survive. This evaluation did not produce the first time, because I have been playing for a long time and compared it with KEYone.

KEY2 changes

骁 660 + 6G memory;

The screen is still 4.5 inches without change;

The front and back design is more concise and more beautiful;

Finally got a double shot;

Keyboard keys increase by 20%;

Added a 'Speed ​​Button' to combine this button on any page for custom shortcuts;

'Intelligent key' seems to work very well

Blackberry KEY2 appearance

When the full screen is swiping the smartphone, the screen ratio is increased from 80% to 90% and finally close to 100%, while the BlackBerry KEY2 is still standing still, what about the screen ratio of 50%?

This time, KEY2 has little change in appearance compared with KEYone. The difference is that there is a "magic key" in the lower right corner of the keyboard. The area of ​​the button is increased by 19.8%. The rear lens is also upgraded from KEYone's single lens to double. The lens, the overall look is more tough.

When the product manager introduced the BlackBerry KEY2 keyboard designed with 9900 as the model, it triggered the most intense cheers in the audience. The keyboard returned to the priv matte design to avoid the fingerprint collection of keyone, plus the keyboard is said to be similar to 9900. Feel, two happy things together, that is really cool.

The touch + full keyboard mashup interaction mode experienced on KEYone has also been retained. In addition to the custom shortcuts that have been used to launch the App, keyboard trackpad, control fingerprint recognition, etc., BlackBerry has added a shortcut key to KEY2. (Magic key), with custom buttons, you can switch at will. In addition, BlackBerry KEY2 also set an enhanced shortcut on the border, you can customize any corresponding function according to the usage scene.

The screen of the BlackBerry KEY2 is almost the same as that of the KEYone. The alternative 3:2 ratio, 4.5-inch IPS LCD, resolution is 1620x1080, and it doesn't feel uncomfortable to adapt. It's just a bit of a hindrance to the physical keyboard part of the video. It is also inevitable. The screen performance is somewhat cold by default. For a few friends, there may be some incompatibility. Of course, in terms of color training, KEYone is still excellent. Whether it is looking at photos or videos, KEYone's color performance is Very delicate.

BlackBerry KEY2 system Everything for efficiency

To know that BlackBerry has been equipped with its own system, but under the pressure of the market, BlackBerry made concessions, gave up its own Blackberry10OS system, turned to the Android camp. Although it is helpless, but it is not a wise choice At the very least, solve the problem of software ecology. BlackBerry KEY2 uses the latest Android 8.1 version system, the whole system tends to the native interface, efficiency and security seems to have become synonymous with BlackBerry. The BlackBerry that goes to the Android camp still adheres to this principle from design. The enhanced security features have been incorporated into every detail of the phone, and the pre-installed BlackBerry DTEK program protects information security. Every operation is monitored by this security system.

The concept of the account in BlackBerry KEY2 is the BlackBerry Hub, which can integrate users' emails from all accounts, messages and messages on instant messaging tools to effectively improve efficiency and security.

BlackBerry KEY2 provides a number of proprietary software, including desktop launcher, integrated messaging hub, security protection software DTEK, BBM (if you are a BlackBerry Android phone user will not be unfamiliar), Privacy Shade, Password Keeper, Notabel, etc...

The Hub Message Center collects all reminder content, including incoming calls, SMS, WeChat, and various APP reminders. In addition, it is very convenient to support the physical button in the desktop state by pressing and setting the shortcut button. It is very convenient. For example, I set the K button to Lock screen, W set to WeChat, etc., more than twenty letters, enough for you to remember for a while.

BlackBerry KEY2 configuration is enough for chicken but for higher efficiency

BlackBerry KEYone configuration has been criticized by many users, and this time KEY2 uses Qualcomm Xiaolong generation God U-660, running memory also came to 6GB, 64GB storage space and provide TF card expansion. This configuration is enough to deal with many current games, but Friends who use KEY2 to play horizontal screen games should still be a minority. After all, the physical keyboard takes up too much hand space, and the experience is not good.

For performance, a 660 CUP is sufficient for the needs of KEY2, we will not test the hardware.

Blackberry KEY2 photo double photo blessing

BlackBerry KEY2 uses a classic wide-angle + telephoto solution, dual 12 million pixels, the main camera sensor model is S5K3M3. It can create a more soft background blur effect. The sensor is Samsung S5K2L8, which is good from the hardware parameters. Thanks to the Dual PD technology, you can achieve a 0.03 second fast focus when taking pictures with the BlackBerry KEY2, and the night scene proofs will also perform well.

Sample performance: (click to view larger image)




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Turn on HDR

From the proofs, the performance of KEY2 is quite good in daylight, the photos are sharp, and the details are excellent after zooming in. When taking pictures at night, the focusing speed is really fast, the retention of the details of the dark parts is good, and the noise suppression is also good. Exceeded my expectations.

summary:

The BlackBerry has always been without feelings. The former US President Barack Obama and other international figures are its loyal fans. The BlackBerry KEY2 is definitely a precious alien in the full-screen era. It is still stubbornly insisting on full keyboard design. It is so inconsistent with the present. The trend, but there are some people who like it. The hardware flagship is not the flagship compared to those of the 'flagship', but for KEY2, it is really enough.

The owner of KEY2 must have a sentimental, unique charm... Every time I take out the KEY2 from the suit pocket, what kind of woman is not tempted?

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