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BlackBerry is not in their best financial phase, but that does not mean she can not turn it up and make beautiful. Thinking of a way to please the public which has always shown interest in their devices maker last year launched the BlackBerry Q5.
received a smartphone in order to verify all the benefits it has to offer. The Q5 is a model with a physical keyboard that comes equipped with Snapdragon processor, high quality camera and the BlackBerry 10 system.
This cell aims to meet a very specific market, so we do not apply such stringent criteria when evaluating some details. Either way, our goal is always to bring the truth to the consumer – thus, we will comment on each advantage and disadvantage of the product. As usual, first let’s check out the specs:
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Approved
Performance exemplary
Equipped with dual-core Snapdragon processor, a generous amount of RAM and a decent GPU, this gadget has everything to offer a pleasant experience to the user who is embarking for the first time on the BlackBerry system.
Who ever used a BlackBerry no idea agility that the system offers and the story is no different with the BlackBerry Q5. The device opens applications very quickly switch between apps without difficulty and process information instantly.
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During our tests, we noticed no choking the system or apps. We run games like Let’s Golf 3, Iron Man 3 and Minion Rush. In all games, the product showed good visual quality and continued satisfactory performance.
Strolling on Facebook, playing videos on YouTube (opening within the browser), create messages and web surfing activities are very quiet. The system is fluid and get used to the interface is easy. Certainly, the Q5 fancies on first impression, ensuring good results for those who have never used a BlackBerry.
screen high quality
who are familiar with the Androids, iPhones and Windows Phones may notice the display of the BlackBerry. The square screen is a bit weird at first, but it is only a matter of custom. The apps are all tailored to fit the available space, preventing the interfaces are stretched or cropped.
The touch screen responds well to commands. The reproduction of images and videos is fantastic. The IPS display is true to color and has a excellent brightness adjustment, ensuring good visualization of the content. Even at extreme angles, the display does not distort colors. The resolution is very good for a small screen.
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Despite the limited space, the icons and screen elements are large and ensure that the user can easily interact with any apps. Browse the main interface and perform the gestures of shares is a breeze.
good old keyboard
The physical keyboard is no longer a feature as requested by consumers, but the BlackBerry sees importance in keeping the tradition and offer gadgets that facilitate the lives of those who need to type quickly and are not used to virtual keyboards. In this, there is nothing to argue, after the proposal of the unit is solid and there is a market interested.
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keyboard functionality is perfect. Adopting the QWERTY layout and bringing a smart character pattern, the device typing is easy to understand and certainly can guarantee speed when composing long texts. With firm and well spaced keys, typing is easy and with a little practice gives to stay playmaker. The only problem is for those who have fat fingers.
Compatible with Android apps
That old excuse that the BlackBerry does not have many apps does not stick anymore, since the system is compatible with some software for Android. To ensure that this is not just a myth, we downloaded some programs to test the BlackBerry Q5. The whole installation process was performed on the PC using the PlayBook App Manager.
Netflix worked perfectly. We were able to watch movies in high quality and enjoy content with subtitles reasonable size. Because it is an app for Android, the lack of physical buttons just complicating usability, but it is not impossible to use the application’s functions. The screen size affect the fun, but it gives a branch to break.
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coveted Instagram has also successfully installed and opened normally. However, because it is an old version, I could not log into the social network of photos. This problem, in fact, must take place constantly, since Android apps are not installed through the store and order manual updates.
Registering
moments in high quality
Not because we are dealing with a smartphone aimed at the public or corporate users who prefer a physical keyboard that implies that other components must be set aside. The BlackBerry caprichou the lens Q5. The camera records images with a stunning level of definition.
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The autofocus is very fast. The image stabilization ensures that photos come out blurry difficult. The white balance and contrast are well balanced. Images with a resolution of 5 MP are very sharp. Anyway, this is not a professional camera, nor the best camera for cellphones, but the results are satisfactory.
Energy to spare
When we receive the Q5, we were a bit disappointed with the energy performance of the battery. However, to ensure that there was a problem, did a restore and carry the battery fully to do one more test.
reset the device, we can give all the potential that ensures the BlackBerry. To perform our tests, we reproduce a video on Netflix (which requires the WiFi adapter is on constantly) until 10% of the battery was drained.
Result: battery Q5 could realize 36 minutes, which leads us to believe that you can watch 6 hours of video until all the energy runs out. Of course the battery life varies according to the activity, but we believe that she will not disappoint in any situation, even if you run many 3D games on mobile.
Fail
Not for entertainment
yet that has a good hardware configuration and the screen offers sharp images, we can be sure that this unit is not for those who like to watch movies on laptop. Because of the square screen (the ratio is 1:1), there is no way that it is good to check out videos on YouTube or Netflix.
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edges at the top and bottom bother, but it would not be a problem if the image were a little bigger. We can say that gives to confer either video, but gives some agony trying to follow a series of TV screen in the BlackBerry Q5.
bad Headphones
audio BlackBerry Q5 is not a masterpiece, but the speakers reproduce the sounds with good volume level and rarely distort the audio. However, not everyone usually listen to music and watch videos using acoustic components installed on the device.
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For those seeking privacy, the BlackBerry device sends the packet headphones themselves heard. Unfortunately, this accessory is abysmal. Besides being a very weak plastic model assaults the ears with exaggerated size. The volume is not low, but the bass and treble lacking. Honestly, it’s better to use a phone from another brand.
salty price
BlackBerry Q5 showed several interesting qualities, which leads us to conclude that it is a good product for most activities. Despite having a very specific audience, usually corporate, that does not justify the device is marketed by an exorbitant amount.
In our research, we found that the average price of the phone is close to 1,200 reais. Honestly, not worth investing so much in a gadget that will limit you as much, because even offering compatibility with some Android apps, you will not have many native apps that are really useful.
Worth
In the end, the BlackBerry Q5 just pleasing us, but not enough to ensure our approval. There are few points to be deprecated in the product, but certainly the price ends up scaring anyone.
The main problem is that this handset is certainly focused on the corporate market, since it does not have a screen that meets the needs of consumers who want a device to play games and watch videos. The keypad of this phone is very good, but the keys and cramped layout can be complications for those with big fingers.
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Lack of Apps BlackBerry Q5 is also something to be considered, as this limits the activities of the device. YouTube run in the browser, for example, is something unacceptable. Rotate Android Apps is an alternative, but the installation procedure is complicated.
Even with a good quality hardware, and robust camera battery with high energy, the gadget ends up not being the best option due to the price, but this is tricky because there are few options for phones with physical keyboard.
This product was given for review by BlackBerry.