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BlackBerry Playbook
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BlackBerry Playbook

Released: 2010, September. Released 2011, AprilPrice: About 120 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSBlackBerry Tablet OS
CPUDual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUPowerVR SGX540
SAR1.41 W/kg (body)
SIMNo
USBmicroUSB 2.0
EDGENo
GPRSNo
Size7.0 inches, 137.9 cm, 2, (~54.7% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTFT
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
BrandBlackBerry
ModelBlackBerry Playbook
PriceAbout 120 EUR
RadioNo
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsBlack
SAR EU1.69 W/kg (body)
Single3 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight425 g (14.99 oz)
BrowserHTML5, Adobe Flash
ChipsetTI OMAP 4430
DisplayContrast ratio: 1160:1 (nominal)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro
2G bandsN/A
Internal16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM, 64GB 1GB RAM
Released2010, September. Released 2011, April
Announced2010, September. Released 2011, April
Bluetooth2.1, EDR
Card slotNo
Talk timeUp to 10 h (multimedia)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions194 x 130 x 10 mm (7.64 x 5.12 x 0.39 in)
Resolution600 x 1024 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~170 ppi density)
TechnologyNo cellular connectivity
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
PositioningGPS

BlackBerry Playbook Overview

About BlackBerry Playbook BlackBerry Playbook is a discontinued device from BlackBerry's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2010. BlackBerry Playbook has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM, 64GB 1GB RAM with TI OMAP 4430 , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

BlackBerry Playbook can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the BlackBerry Playbook?

The BlackBerry Playbook supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does BlackBerry Playbook support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many BlackBerry devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting BlackBerry Playbook void warranty?

Yes, rooting the BlackBerry Playbook will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does BlackBerry Playbook run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your BlackBerry Playbook.