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BlackBerry Priv
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BlackBerry Priv

Released: 2015, October. Released 2015, NovemberPrice: About 270 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
CPUHexa-core (4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 & 2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A57)
GPUAdreno 418
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (SlimPort 4K)
Size5.4 inches, 81.6 cm, 2, (~71.9% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeAMOLED
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandBlackBerry
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, plastic frame
ModelBlackBerry Priv
PriceAbout 270 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps
Video720p
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsBlack
ModelsSTV100-4, STV100-3, STV100-1, V100, STV100-2
Single2 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight192 g (6.77 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8992 Snapdragon 808 (20 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, altimeter, gyro, ToF proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - USA (STV100-1), Europe (STV100-4)
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 17, 20, 29, 30 - USA (STV100-1)
Charging18W wired, QC2, Wireless (Qi) (market dependent)
FeaturesSchneider-Kreuznach optics, dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Internal32GB 3GB RAM
KeyboardQWERTY
Released2015, October. Released 2015, November
Stand-byUp to 420 h (3G)
Announced2015, October. Released 2015, November
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 24 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions147 x 77.2 x 9.4 mm (5.79 x 3.04 x 0.37 in)
Music playUp to 73 h
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Resolution1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~540 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Battery (old)Endurance rating 62h

BlackBerry Priv Overview

About BlackBerry Priv BlackBerry Priv is a discontinued device from BlackBerry's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2015. BlackBerry Priv has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 3GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8992 Snapdragon 808 (20 nm) , 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 Priv 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 Priv?

The BlackBerry Priv 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 Priv 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 Priv void warranty?

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

What Android version does BlackBerry Priv run?

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