BlackBerry not dead yet, will launch 5G smartphone with physical keyboard next year

BlackBerry has risen from the ashes again.

When BlackBerry Mobile's partnership with TCL ended in February, the brand's survival seemed in jeopardy. But now it has a partnership with OnwardMobility and Foxconn subsidiary FIH Mobile Limited.

The three companies announced Wednesday that they are releasing a 5G Blackberry phone with a physical keyboard.

There are no other details about this upcoming device, but the announcement points out that the emphasis will be on productivity and security.

“BlackBerry smartphones are known for protecting communications, privacy, and data. This is an incredible opportunity for OnwardMobility to bring next-generation 5G devices to market with the backing of BlackBerry and FIH Mobile," Peter Franklin, CEO of OnwardMobility, said in a statement. Read more...

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