physical keyboard
Sunday morning coffee with a little musing: blogging hasn’t been the same…
Crazy to think how moving on from my beloved #BlackBerry has impacted my desire to blog. In the past I was pretty consistent because firing off a post using my physical keyboard BlackBerry phone was a breeze. The fact i could do it from anywhere was a plus. Back in October of 2023.. as difficult a decision as it was, i realized it was time to move on. In the end, i felt my hand was being forced. My KEY2 was showing it’s age.. the spacebar stopped working on one, and then the keys gave up altogether on my second KEY2. Sure, i could have opted to get the keyboard replaced but i felt i was just fighting a losing battle. And it’s not just that, android 8 was also showing its age. i mean we’re up to android 14 and app developers are starting to abandon and not support lower OSs. it makes sense, right?
i miss the physical keyboard. i miss BlackBerry. I find it sad. I never thought there would be a day without BlackBerry phones. There have been a few attempts by others but let’s face it, imitated but never duplicated. CrackBerryKevin himself put out Clicks recently…a keyboard for the iphone. I commend him but even if they put one out for android phones i will not purchase.. it makes already long phones even longer. it looks odd but you know right now with all the hoopla it seems like there is an interest. At the very least, they’re paying good money to get people to say how much they love the experience! 😜
After some deliberation and not long at that and quite frankly because of timing, i opted to get the #Google #Pixel 8 pro.. i don’t have regrets but i miss the physical keyboard. My early days with it had me feeling like i needed to throw this phone as far as my arm could physically throw it just out of the sheer frustrations of writing on a screen. my god. it was hell. The saving grace was the reminder of how much the phone cost me. Admittedly, i am impressed with voice to text. it’s pretty accurate. The punctuation maybe not so much but that may just be a “me” thing. However, it’s not enough for me to want to try to voice dictate a post. I can only imagine how much post dictation manual corrections would be needed.
Anyway, with the pivot BlackBerry has made i can’t ever see them coming back to phones.. but never say never.. i mean look at TV/Movies, everything is about “remakes”.. so you never know!!
BlackBerry #KEY2 in 2023
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The BlackBerry KEY2 is a smartphone that was first released in 2018, but despite its age, it is still a device that is worth using in 2023. Here are a few reasons why:
Physical keyboard: One of the most unique and appealing features of the KEY2 is its physical keyboard. In a world where most smartphones have virtual keyboards, the KEY2’s physical keyboard provides a level of tactile feedback and accuracy that cannot be matched by a virtual keyboard.
Durable design: The KEY2 is built with a sturdy aluminum frame and a textured back panel that makes it easy to grip. It also has a Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display, which is resistant to scratches and cracks.
Security features: BlackBerry is known for its emphasis on security, and the KEY2 is no exception. It has a DTEK security feature that monitors the device for potential security breaches and provides regular reports on the device’s security status.
Long battery life: The KEY2 is equipped with a 3500mAh battery, which provides enough power to last a full day of heavy use. Additionally, the device is equipped with BlackBerry’s Boost mode, which can help extend battery life even further.
Solid camera: Although the KEY2’s camera is not as advanced as those on some of the latest smartphones, it still takes great photos and videos. The 12-megapixel rear camera and 8-megapixel front camera are both capable of capturing high-quality images and videos.
In conclusion, the BlackBerry KEY2 is still a great device in 2023, thanks to its physical keyboard, durable design, security features, long battery life and solid camera. It’s a perfect device for those looking for a phone that prioritizes security, productivity and a real keyboard over the latest features.
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