BB Classic will be released Feb 5th, 2015!!!!

NRHayatt
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Just chatted with Verizon Sales and they advised me that the BB Classic will be released Feb 5th, 2015!!!!

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Loquat
Master - Level 1

Good news for all of those wanting this device I suppose...hopefully this rep wasn't just blowing smoke...

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Tenacious_Dog
Enthusiast - Level 3

Just chatted another sales rep.  They had no info on the Classic.

ynggrsshppr91
Specialist - Level 2

No matter what anyone tells you no one at Verizon you are going to talk to knows anything until it hits the website.

rtiffin
Contributor - Level 3

I have found my answer through Blackberry's website... this device is has been released.. but only to a few retailers online and at this time ONLY AT&T can provide services... BELOW straight from Blackberry ,, Verizon, Sprint and US Cellular will have the device at a later date..

the Blackberry website also states

FEATURES:

    • 2515 mAh battery (Up to 22 hours battery life)
    • 3.5” touch display
    • BlackBerry 10.3 Browser
    • 8MP rear camera /2MP Front Facing Camera
    • 16GB memory
    • Detailed Tech Specs
  • This version works with GSM Carriers only; bands: FD-LTE: 1,2,4,5,7,13,17,25. HSPA: 1,2,4,5/6
  • This version of BlackBerry Classic will not work on Verizon, Sprint, or US Cellular. US Carrier specific devices will be available at a later date.
  • NOTE: This device requires a nano SIM card.

this is a situation that Verizon , Sprint or US Cellular has NO control over... BlackBerry has designed this device a certain way for some reason.. you may find the answer on their site.. but unfortunately ,, Verizon can not assist you with an answer to why...

Blackberry does state... that devices will be available to all carriers at a later date,,,

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JackCarr
Enthusiast - Level 3

Tomorrow is the supposed big day...anyone holding their breath?  I'm starting to think that Verizon isn't much interested in any new offerings from BB. 

ynggrsshppr91
Specialist - Level 2

It's not coming tomorrow, so don't hold you breath too long

JackCarr
Enthusiast - Level 3

Yup, I agree.

Tenacious_Dog
Enthusiast - Level 3

It's early but no announcement yet.

50 days since BlackBerry's announcement that the Classic would be available on AT&T and Verizon.

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tbitd1051
Enthusiast - Level 1

verizon marketing of BB is non-existent.  I have been a lifelong BB user and can't wait any longer.  Goodbye Verizon!  You just lost 30 corporate accounts.

DickLewis
Contributor - Level 3

Day almost over on east coast US, nothing on web site yet. I check two or three times a day.

Come on, Verizon.

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JackCarr
Enthusiast - Level 3

The original announcement was early first quarter. Half way first quarter is mid-February.   To meet early first quarter, they would have to carry it before February 14th.  Verizon made some big announcements today regarding price structures on phone plans. Hoping to be able to lower my monthly payment.

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Tk-949
Newbie

On ATT web site now they have content that the Passport and Classic will be available and you can sign up for updates were as verizon has said nothing. Very Disappointing that it takes this long.

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NRHayatt
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I completely agree!

On Thu, Feb 5, 2015 at 2:27 PM, Tenacious_Dog <forums@verizonwireless.com>

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DickLewis
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As we can all see, February 5 is past now. I check Verizon News often, no announcements, no real news.

I don't expect to see the Classic until at least mid February. VZW is slow.

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Tenacious_Dog
Enthusiast - Level 3

I hope you are correct about mid-February.  If nothing else, hopefully before long Verizon will follow ATT's lead on providing Classic information and sign up for updates.

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JackCarr
Enthusiast - Level 3

Take a look at the link below...this writer indicates MAYBE by July...not good...

BlackBerry: All cracked up, with nowhere to go | InfoWorld

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areyes163
Enthusiast - Level 2

This does get a little old. Verizon always takes their sweet time releasing devices on their network. Its very rare they are on time with the rest of the carriers. I am waiting for them to release the classic along with the rest of you all. Hopefully it is soon. I loved my 9930 and have the q10 now but I am excited to get the tool belt back. Looks like a very sharp device.

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blackopsjeep
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Tenacious_Dog
Enthusiast - Level 3

I seriously hope this is correct! Smiley Happy

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NRHayatt
Newbie

I just called Verizon and they did verify this information.

They claim it will be released online and in stores on Feb 26th 2015. It will also available in one color, Black.

In one week, pricing info should be available on Verizon's website.

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