BlackBerry Motion is the latest Android-powered offering under the famous smartphone brand which comes at a somewhat more reasonable price than some earlier offerings. It parades a large Full HD display, an octa-core processor, and a huge battery.
Where to Buy BlackBerry Motion
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BlackBerry Motion Key Features and Specs
- 5.5-inch IPS Display, 1080 x 1920 pixels (401ppi)
- Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 CPU with 4GB RAM
- Android 7.1 (Nougat)
- 32GB Storage with support for memory card up to 256GB
- 12MP Rear Camera and 8MP Front Camera
- 4G LTE Data
- Fingerprint Scanner (Front)
- 4000 mAh Li-ion Battery
Design and Display
If you are someone that likes flashy things, the BlackBerry Motion may not be a perfect fit. It looks like one thick slab of metal. People who want a rugged smartphone appear to be the focus here. BlackBerry Motion has a textured feel on the rear that reduces risk of slipping. An IP68 rating means this enjoys protection against water and dust.
The device packs a 5.5-inch display with a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels. It uses IPS technology, although some may argue AMOLED would have a better choice.
Camera and Storage
For shot-taking, the BlackBerry Motion features a 12MP primary camera that looks to supply quality shots. It has an aperture size of f/2.0. Features include phase detection autofocus and dual-LED dual tone flash. Users will be able to record Full HD videos.
An 8MP front facing shooter takes charge of selfie taking. The BlackBerry Motion offers 32 GB in onboard storage, with this being expandable by up to 256 GB.
Performance and OS
There is a respectable Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset on the inside of the BlackBerry Motion to provide muscle to get things going. The octa-core processor pairs with an Adreno 506 graphics solution and 4GB RAM. It speed tops at 2.0 GHz. This should get games and apps running smoothly.
As for the OS, you get Android 7.1 Nougat – the choice here could have been better apparently.
Other Specs and Features
One can say the BlackBerry Motion impresses with its 4,000mAh battery. Although cheaper devices offer similar, some more expensive offerings have lower-capacity juicers. The non-removable unit should deliver respectable runtime.
Available sensors include a fingerprint scanner, a gyroscope and an accelerometer. The device supports 4G LTE connectivity for faster mobile data speeds. BlackBerry Motion also features a reversible USB Type-C port.
Pricing and availability
BlackBerry Motion is not yet available in Nigeria, Kenya, or Ghana. We currently have no data on pricing and availability for Nigeria, Ghana, or Kenya. When available, BlackBerry Motion Price in Nigeria is expected to range between 185,000 Naira to 250,000 Naira at launch, depending on your location.
BlackBerry Motion Specs
Here are a few specs of the BlackBerry Motion:
General Features
- Platform: Android 7.1 (Nougat)
- Processor: Octa-core Processor: 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 (Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625)
- GPU: Adreno 506
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Colours: Black
- Dimension: 155.7 x 75.4 x 8.1 mm
- Weight: 167 g
- SIM Type: Nano-SIM
- SIM Count: Dual-SIM
Display
- Display: 5.5 inches, IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 1080 x 1920 pixels (401 ppi)
- Screen Protection: DragonTrail Glass protection
Camera
- Rear Camera: 12 MP Camera, f/2.0, 1080p HD Video@30fps
- Rear Camera Features: Geo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, HDR, panorama, Phase detection autofocus, dual-LED (dual tone) flash
- Front Camera: 8 MP Camera
Storage
- Built-in Storage: 32 GB
- Memory Card Support: Yes, up to 256 GB
- Bundled Cloud Storage: –
Network Support
- 2G GSM: Yes
- 2G CDMA 1X: –
- 3G WCDMA: Yes
- 3G CDMA EVDO: Yes
- 4G LTE: Yes
Internet & Connectivity
- GPRS: Yes
- EDGE: Yes
- 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes
- HSPA+: Yes
- CDMA EVDO: –
- 4G LTE: Yes
- WLAN: Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
- Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes, Bluetooth v4.2, A2DP, EDR, LE
- NFC: No
- Infrared Blaster: No
- USB Port: Yes, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector
Messaging
- SMS/MMS: Yes
- Instant Messaging: Yes
- Push Emails: Yes
- Email Protocol: –
Entertainment
- Music Player: MP3/WAV/eAAC+/FlAC player
- Video Player: MP4/H.264 player
- FM Radio: –
- Loudspeaker: Yes
- 3.5mm Jack: Yes
Navigation
- Navigation: Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
- Maps: Yes
Sensors & Control
- Digital Compass: Yes
- Accelerometer: Yes
- Proximity Sensor: Yes
- Light Sensor: Yes
- Barometer: No
- SpO2: No
- Pedometer: No
- Heart Rate Monitor: No
- Gyroscope: Yes
- Fingerprint Scanner: Yes (Front)
- Iris Scanner: No
- Face Unlock: No
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: –
- Voice Control: Yes
Other Features
- Video Streaming: Yes
- Active Noise Cancellation: Yes
- Wireless Charging: No
- Built-in Mobile Payment: No
- Water Resistant: Yes, up to 1 meter and 30 minutes
- Dust Resistant: Yes, IP67 certified
- Image Editor: Yes
- Video Editor: Yes
- Document Viewer: Yes
- Document Editor: –
Battery
- Battery: 4000 mAh Li-Ion Battery (Non Removable)
- Talktime: –
- Standby Time: –
- Fast Charging: Yes
