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Reviews of BlackBerry PlayBook 7 inch

Testseek.com have collected 307 expert reviews of the BlackBerry PlayBook 7 inch and the average rating is 73%. Scroll down and see all reviews for BlackBerry PlayBook 7 inch.
 
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The editors liked

  • Smaller size is easier to handle
  • Elegant design
  • Feature packed
  • Theoretically fast hardware
  • RIM's BlackBerry PlayBook is a fast
  • Powerful 7-inch tablet with HDMI output
  • Advanced multitasking and security
  • And a browser that integrates Adobe Flash 10.2 for a desktop-style Web experience
  • Great software
  • Multitasking and slick UI
  • Excellent performance
  • Comfortable size for travelling and commuting
  • 1080p HD video playback
  • Fast dualcore processor
  • Bright screen
  • Super cheap
  • Intuitive controls
  • Classy design
  • BlackBerry smartphone pairing
  • Great if 10 inch is too big
  • A snappy OS and solid supplied apps

The editors didn't like

  • Performance too variable
  • Unstable
  • Limited app support
  • Requires BlackBerry phone for email
  • The 7-inch screen cramps the powerful browser
  • The wake button is difficult to push
  • And app selection trails the competition
  • No native calendar
  • E-mail or contacts apps (yet)
  • Limited selection of apps in App World
  • Not much appeal for non-BlackBerry users
  • Too few apps
  • Small screen
  • Clunky interface
  • Weak battery
  • Not as ?professional-grade? as touted
  • No larger screen option
  • Lacking App World
  • Not as ‘professionalgrade’ as touted
  • Weak third-party application support
  • No network media streaming

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  Published: 2011-12-03, review by: notebookcheck.net

  • Handy size, Stable case, Brilliant colors / good contrast, Bright TFT for outdoors, HDMI video out, Long battery life, Operating concept
  • Only 12 month manufacturer warranty, Time Out can't be disabled, No virtual environment for Android apps, No email client, No SD card slot
  • The BlackBerry PlayBook looks like an alien at first glance. While Android is becoming very fashionable at the moment and the apps for it are emerging fast, RIM's tablet is on the shelves with the proprietary operating system, BlackBerry Tablet OS 1.0.The...

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  Published: 2011-08-31, review by: gcn.com

  • Secure, fast, great display.
  • Needs a separate BlackBerry phone to use some features.

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  Published: 2011-07-29, Author: Allen , review by: pocketables.com

  • After having spent plenty of time with the updated PlayBook, there's lots to like, and plenty to not. RIM has made improvements with the software. I can take this with me when I head out the door. I don't do the same with the iPad 2 or the Transformer. ...

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  Published: 2011-07-25, review by: Theinquirer.net

  • Abstract:  BITTER RIVALS Khidr Suleman and Chris Martin fight to the metaphorical death over the best 7in tablet currently on the market. This video face-off features three 7in tablets that are assessed on their various merits, and a winner is crowned. But which ...

 
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  Published: 2011-07-15, review by: pcper.com

  • BlackBerry's PlayBook is an unusual entry into the tablet market. Its matte plastic and blocky design makes it clear this tablet isn't designed to compete with others on by wowing consumers with its must-have aesthetics.That would be fine – preferable, ev...

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  Published: 2011-07-12, review by: itp.net

  • The PlayBook is a capable tablet whose functionality and usefulness will only increase as more apps and games become available. ...

 
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  Published: 2011-07-01, review by: gcn.com

  • Abstract:  Oddly enough, the PlayBook is pretty different from a BlackBerry phone, so there is some learning involved even for dedicated BlackBerry fans. Thankfully, the interface is a good one. The device is not exceptionally...

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  Published: 2011-06-03, Author: George , review by: maximumpc.com

  • Awesome screen, snappy performance, great
  • No email/calendar/contacts without bridge; no app support.

 
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  Published: 2011-05-23, review by: hothardware.com

  • 1 GHz dual-core processor, BlackBerry Tablet OS with multitasking capabilities, Upcoming support for Java and Android apps, Full WebKit browser
  • No microSD slot, Missing dedicated PIM apps, Small Power button
  • The tablet market is booming, with new product introductions occurring on a regular basis. Although there are still more tablets announced than are actually shipping right now, quite a few new models will hit the market soon. For now, the PlayBook is amon...

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  Published: 2011-05-18, review by: mobilechoiceuk.com

  • Great at multitasking, with an intuitive, gorgeous-looking display, it’s also dinky enough to fit comfortably into any average size bag...
  • The BlackBerry App World is lacking in apps when compared to Apple and Android’s offerings. The fact you can only get online via Wi-Fi may put off someLook and Feel...
  • RIM’s first tablet device is a joy to use with innovative navigating controls, a fluid and vibrant display, and butter smooth performance. If more apps become available, its star will only become brighter ...

 
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