BlackBerry has officially announced their latest update to the BlackBerry 10 operating system, BlackBerry 10.2.1. As we told you guys earlier, the rollout begins today, and will be launched on every major carrier by the end of February. The 10.2.1 OS has already been leaked many, many times, but if you’re unfamiliar with it, you can expect a lot of differences, new features, and improvements. Some of the big changes include:
Check out the official press release below for all the info. Press Release New BlackBerry OS 10.2.1 Lets You Do More, More Easily WATERLOO, ONTARIO–(Marketwired – Jan. 28, 2014) - BlackBerry Limited (NASDAQ:BBRY)(TSX:BB), a global leader in mobile communications, today announced BlackBerry(R) 10 OS version 10.2.1, a new software update for BlackBerry 10 smartphones that lets you do more, more easily, and helps you be more productive and stay better connected. BlackBerry OS 10.2.1 includes hundreds of new enhancements and refinements that will make the things you do every day faster and easier: – Customize Pinch Gesture to Filter BlackBerry(R) Hub – BlackBerry Hub – Simplified Phone Experience – The phone includes a new incoming call – SMS and Email Groups – You can now create SMS and email groups for more – Actionable Lock Screen Notifications – You can now “Tap to open” a – Picture Password for Quick Unlocking – You can quickly unlock your phone – Customizable Quick Settings Menu – You can now customize what appears on – Offline Browser Reading Mode – You can now save the current web page – Preferred Contact Sync – You can now choose the sync source for your – Device and Battery Monitor – A new and improved device monitor provides – Automatic Software Updates – OS updates can be set to happen – Enterprise Features – When combined with BES10 version 10.2, enterprise – FM Radio – If you have a BlackBerry(R) Z30, BlackBerry(R) Q10 or Subject to carrier approvals, BlackBerry 10 OS version 10.2.1 will be available to customers around the world, rolling out starting today in the U.S., Europe, Canada, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and Latin America, and will be available for the entire line of smartphones running BlackBerry 10 (including the Porsche Design P’9982). For more information about BlackBerry 10, visit www.blackberry.com/blackberry10OS. About BlackBerry A global leader in mobile communications, BlackBerry(R) revolutionized the mobile industry when it was introduced in 1999. Today, BlackBerry aims to inspire the success of our millions of customers around the world by continuously pushing the boundaries of mobile experiences. Founded in 1984 and based in Waterloo, Ontario, BlackBerry operates offices in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America. The Company trades under the ticker symbols “BB” on the Toronto Stock Exchange and “BBRY” on the NASDAQ. For more information, visit www.blackberry.com. Forward-looking statements in this news release are made pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities laws. When used herein, words such as “expect”, “anticipate”, “estimate”, “may”, “will”, “should”, “intend”, “believe”, and similar expressions, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on estimates and assumptions made by BlackBerry Limited in light of its experience and its perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other factors that BlackBerry believes are appropriate in the circumstances. Many factors could cause BlackBerry’s actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including those described in the “Risk Factors” section of BlackBerry’s Annual Information Form, which is included in its Annual Report on Form 40-F (copies of which filings may be obtained at www.sedar.com or www.sec.gov). These factors should be considered carefully, and readers should not place undue reliance on BlackBerry’s forward-looking statements. BlackBerry has no intention and undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. BlackBerry and related trademarks, names and logos are the property of BlackBerry Limited and are registered and/or used in the U.S. and countries around the world. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. BlackBerry is not responsible for any third-party products or services. Post by JT Teran |
Monday, February 10, 2014
BlackBerry 10.2.1 Officially Announced
Post Type :
Telecom/Mobile
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment