BlackBerry KEY2 review: Features | Pricing | Specifications
![BlackBerry KEY2](https://www.findershopping.com.au/niche-builder/5cef83ba5757f.png)
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- Battery Score
3
- Camera Score
3
- Design Score
3
- Performance Score
2.5
- Battery Score
3
Summary
The BlackBerry KEY2 is a mid-range phone at a premium price, and even if you're a keyboard fan, you can do better.
Details
Pricing & Availability
RRP | $1,190 |
Launch date | 2019-06 |
The BlackBerry KEY2 has the one key feature that anyone looking for a BlackBerry is going to seek out, because it's still rocking a physical keyboard. It's the best reason to buy the KEY2, but it's otherwise overpriced for mediocre specifications and performance. If you absolutely must have a keyboard, consider the much cheaper BlackBerry KEY2 LE.
Design
- Keyboard stands out.
- Small display.
- Convenience key.
- Headphone jack.
![Image: Alex Kidman/Finder BlackBerry KEY2](https://www.finder.com.au/finder-au/wp-uploads/2019/06/BlackBerryKEY2_6_Finder_738x410.jpg)
Camera
- Dual lens camera is a first for BlackBerry.
- Fine for basic photos.
- Poor low light performance.
![Image: Alex Kidman/Finder BlackBerry KEY2 Camera](https://www.finder.com.au/finder-au/wp-uploads/2019/06/BlackBerryKEY2_2_Finder_738x410.jpg)
Performance
- Snapdragon 660 isn't what you'd expect at this price.
- Productivity shortcuts are nice.
- Still stuck on Android 8.1.
![Image: Alex Kidman/Finder BlackBerry KEY2](https://www.finder.com.au/finder-au/wp-uploads/2019/06/BlackBerryKEY2_1_Finder_738x410.jpg)
Battery life
- 3,500mAh battery provides an easy day's battery life.
- Lacks wireless charging.
![Image: Alex Kidman/Finder BlackBerry KEY2](https://www.finder.com.au/finder-au/wp-uploads/2019/06/BlackBerryKEY2_4_Finder_738x410.jpg)
Verdict
- Skip the Key2 and buy the KEY2 LE instead if you must have a keyboard.
![Image: Alex Kidman/Finder BlackBerry KEY2](https://www.finder.com.au/finder-au/wp-uploads/2019/06/BlackBerryKEY2_5_Finder_738x410.jpg)
Pricing and availability
- Price: RRP $1190
- Where to buy: Amazon Australia | eBay | Kogan
BlackBerry KEY2 specifications
Display
Camera
Physical Dimensions
Connectivity
Power, storage and battery
Device features
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