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BlackBerry Classic
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BlackBerry Classic

Released: 2014, June. Released 2014, DecemberPrice: 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 OS 10.3.1, upgradable to 10.3.2
CPUDual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 225
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (SlimPort)
Size3.5 inches, 38.7 cm, 2, (~40.8% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD,
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
BrandBlackBerry
ModelBlackBerry Classic
PriceAbout 120 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Blue, Bronze, Cobalt blue
Single2 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight177 g (6.24 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 - USA model
4G bands1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 13, 17, 25 - USA model
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal16GB 2GB RAM
KeyboardQWERTY
Released2014, June. Released 2014, December
Stand-byUp to 348 h (2G) / Up to 365 h (3G)
Announced2014, June. Released 2014, December
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 11 h 40 min (2G) / Up to 17 h 10 min (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions131 x 72.4 x 10.2 mm (5.16 x 2.85 x 0.40 in)
Music playUp to 70 h
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution720 x 720 pixels, 1:1 ratio (~294 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS

BlackBerry Classic Overview

About BlackBerry Classic BlackBerry Classic is a discontinued device from BlackBerry's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. BlackBerry Classic has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 2GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus , 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 Classic 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 Classic?

The BlackBerry Classic 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 Classic 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 Classic void warranty?

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

What Android version does BlackBerry Classic run?

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