BlackBerry Q10

MSN Tech | David Phelan

The design is pure BlackBerry: solid, substantial but not too heavy or thick in the hand. The software, though not quite intuitive if you're used to the app-centric workings of iPhone or Android, is pleasing and enjoyable to use and benefits from improved helping-hand messages when you're getting started. There are still elements that could be improved in the software but this is an excellent system overall and one that is strikingly different from the competition.

Techdissected | Zaeem Siddiqui

That being said, I really enjoyed my time with the Blackberry Q10. It is a spectacular device and I can't recommend it enough; keyboard enthusiasts, this is the device to get.

Know Your Mobile | Richard Goodwin

In a nutshell, the Q10 is the best BlackBerry handset we've used to date.

NotebookCheck | Michael Moser

We see this as absolutely deserved, because the Q10 offers some significant improvements. Primarily this is the great mechanical QWERTY keyboard, which in combination with the intelligent word prediction software creates an unrivaled typing experience and immensely increases productivity. In addition to this, the Q10 also has an 8 Wh battery, which ensures very good runtimes.

TechnoBuffalo | Todd Haselton

The keyboard is fantastic, but when we can't download apps and get stuck with a mediocre camera the trade-offs are hard to stick with. The Q10 itself is a great phone, lovely in nearly every way, but it's meant for BlackBerry fans and not for all consumers.

Mobile Syrup | Daniel Bader

The BlackBerry Q10 is exactly the phone the company needs at this moment to continue on its chosen path. Whereas the Z10 felt like enough of a departure to alienate loyal customers, this QWERTY device is distinct, familiar and welcome. The BlackBerry Q10 is a great phone - the best BlackBerry ever.

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TThe BlackBerry Q10 resurrects traditional BlackBerry style with a beautiful physical keyboard and the touchscreen power of BlackBerry 10.

ITProPortal | Sandra Vogel

If messaging is your thing, and you aren't bothered about video, web browsing, or a huge app store, then the BlackBerry Q10 may appeal. The jury is out on the new OS, though, and the app store still needs some support from developers.

International Business Times | Alistair Charlton

It might not be the Jack of all trades, but instead everything it does, it does brilliantly. BlackBerry World still needs more headline apps - Instagram, for a start - but otherwise if you are looking for a smartphone with a keyboard, or simply an impressive phone without the distractions and excess polish of a Samsung Galaxy or iPhone, the Q10 could be for you.

The Gadget Show

Aside from being a social media powerhouse, the Q10 just isn't ready for the smartphone limelight despite being a killer device for answering e-mails - for the price, you'll simply just want more from your phone.

V3 | Carly Page

For those looking for a high-end smartphone with a physical keyboard, there really is no better choice on the market right now than the BlackBerry Q10.

Stuff | Esat Dedezade

This is the phone the BlackBerry faithful have been waiting for, and it delivers in spades.

SlashGear | Craig Lloyd

I certainly don't dislike the Q10, but I'm not sure I could go back to a physical keyboard after I've been using touchscreen-based keyboards for a few years now. However, the Q10 is still a great device, and it's definitely the BlackBerry handset to get if you want a physical QWERTY keyboard on your next smartphone.

AllThingsD | Katherine Boehret

For plenty of users who gave up on BlackBerry years ago, the Q10 probably won't change their minds. But for those of us who love physical keyboards and want a keyboard paired with the full functionality of a serious smartphone, the Q10 delivers.

The Verge | Chris Ziegler

If it's a full-touch phone you want and you're open to using something other than BlackBerry 10, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend an iPhone or any number of Android devices before it. But for the faithful, make no mistake: the Q10 is the ultimate BlackBerry.

Australian PC World | Campbell Simpson

As it stands, the BlackBerry Q10 makes a fantastic business smartphone, or secondary smartphone alongside an iPhone or Android phone.

Digital Trends | K. T. Bradford

Even though it doesn't have a giant display, the BlackBerry Q10 may prove more interesting to mainstream users than the Z10. After all, there are a million touchscreen smartphones in the world.

Pocket-lint | Chris Hall

In summary, we like the BlackBerry Q10 because it embodies those things that we love best about BlackBerry. We like the design and the keyboard experience, but beyond that communication experience, there's little that's unique and BB10 is still some way behind rival offerings.

Engadget | Tim Stevens

There are certainly those who won't buy a phone without a keyboard, and the Q10 is unquestionably the best phone with a keyboard on the market. However, given how weak the competition and demand there has become, we're not sure cornering that market will move the needle very far in BlackBerry's favor.

Wired UK | Dave Oliver

Lack of apps in BlackBerry World is a shame, but its messaging and networking capabilities are strong, and if you feel the need for a hard keyboard, there's really only one to get excited about.

What Mobile | Michael Garwood

Unless you're offered a free upgrade or are a fussy road warrior who needs the feel of real QWERTY under your fingernails, we couldn't recommend the Q10 at that price.

phoneArena | Ray S

The BlackBerry Q10 is every inch a BlackBerry. It has the traditional BB form-factor and, more importantly - the physical QWERTY keyboard that's coveted by so many BlackBerry fans. This, however, is a device that's exclusively targeted at existing BlackBerry users, we don't think the Q10 is capable of attracting new ones.

CNET UK | Andrew Hoyle

If you're dead set on having a phone with a physical keyboard, the Q10 is the one to get. That's not strictly speaking a compliment though -- there's so little competition that it comes out on top by default.

Mobile Choice

The solid build and good looks make it desirable, but what you're paying for here is the keyboard, and we're not sure that's really justification enough for the pricetag.

PC Pro | Jonathan Bray

A fantastic keyboard and BlackBerry OS 10 make this a great phone for messaging, but it's not up to scratch in other areas.

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The BlackBerry Q10 is a decent phone with some clever features. The new operating system is a huge improvement on the old, dated BlackBerry OS and if you want a smartphone with a full Qwerty keyboard, it's probably your best bet. However, the small touchscreen means it's not ideal for reading web pages and playing games that have been designed for a touchscreen. [subscription required for full access to review]

Expert Reviews | Katharine Byrne

If you're set on having a physical keyboard and don't mind putting up with its flaws, then the Q10 is a good choice.

TechRadar | Marc Flores

Don't buy the Amazon Fire Phone. It's very rare that I'll say that to kick off a verdict, but that's the bottom line with this device. The Fire Phone is a shopping tool for Amazon with some phone features baked in.