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4G LTE™ BlackBerry® PlayBook™ tablet

PRODUCT

OVERVIEW

Redefine the possibilities for mobile computing and connect to your world on the TELUS 4G LTE network with the new 4G LTE™ BlackBerry® PlayBook™ tablet.

This beautifully designed and incredibly powerful tablet is ultra-thin, ultra-portable and super convenient for both work and play. With such a unique mix of utility, performance and portability, you’ll want to take it everywhere.


Features

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  • 4G LTE
  • Go online virtually anywhere on the TELUS 4G LTE network
  • Download your favorite media with super-fast download speeds up to 75Mbps
  • Multitask with ease, backed by a powerful 1.5GHz dual core processor
  • Enjoy all of your favourite sites, online games and media with support for Adobe® Flash® Player 10.1, Adobe® Mobile AIR® and HTML-5
  • See it all with crystal clarity on a large 7” LCD
  • Navigate with ease on the touch screen with full multi-touch and gesture support
  • Connect with friends, family and business associates with built-in email, calendar and contacts
  • Pair your smartphone and tablet with BlackBerry® Bridge™ and use the larger tablet display to view email, BBM™, calendar, tasks, documents and other content on your smartphone
  • Shoot video and record video conferences on dual HD cameras offering rich stereo sound and a media player that rivals the best in the industry

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DETAILS

Additional Features

Bluetooth®*
Yes
Voice dial
No
QWERTY keyboard
No
Touchscreen
Yes
Global roaming
No
4G Data Speeds
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
Wi-Fi Hotspot
No
Widgets
No
  

*Wireless connectivity to your phone via an optional, compatible headset.

Applications and services*

Specifications

NetworkLTE: 700MHz (Band 17) / 1700MHz (Band 4)
HSPA: 2100MHz (Band 1) / 1900MHz (Band 2) / 850MHz (Band 5)
GSM: 850MHz / 900MHz / 1800MHz / 1900MHz
SpeedsManufacturer’s rated peak download speeds of up to 75 Mbps (expected average is 12-25 Mbps).
Processor1.5 GHz Dual Core
Screen1024x600 TFT LCD Display with LED backlight
Weight425g
Dimensions130 x 194 x 10mm
Battery4800 mAh sealed Lithium cell
Expected Battery Life:8 hours with continual use
Talk time*N/A
Standby time*N/A
Internal memory32 GB Flash 1GB RAM Memory
Expandable memoryNo expandable memory
Camera5 MP with 1080p HD and 3x digital zoom
Video calling camera3 MP front facing camerawith 1080p HD and 2.5x digital zoom

*Battery life is dependent on several factors: signal strength, operating temperature, services selected, and voice, data and other application usage.

What comes in the box

4G LTE™ BlackBerry® PlayBook™ tablet AC charger
USB sync and charging cable Neoprene sleeve

ACCESSORIES

Featured accessories

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BlackBerry original convertible case

$19.99

  • The BlackBerry Convertible Case is both a protective case and a multi-angle stand for your BlackBerry PlayBook tablet
  • Robust, durable PU exterior precision fitted for easy access to all ports, media keys and the camera
  • Fully adjustable viewing angle for any environment – 3 different viewing possibilities

OtterBox Defender

$29.99

  • 3 layers of protection
  • First, a clear membrane
  • Second, a hi-impact Polycarbonate shell
  • Lastly, a Silicone skin to absorb bump and shock

BlackBerry® original USB data cable

$15.99

  • Allows charging and synchronization at the user's desk.
  • Connects handheld to travel charger.

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LEGAL

TELUS prepaid clients with a SIM card must purchase a data add-on to enable data such as MMS, web browsing, email or downloads such as ringtones, games and images at this time.

* Based on TELUS' tests of data throughput speeds in large Canadian urban centres available from national HSPA+ service providers. Internet access speed provided by the network operator may vary due to the device being used, network congestion, distance from the cell site, local conditions and other factors. Speed on the Internet is beyond the wireless network operator's control and may vary with your configuration, Internet traffic, website server and management policies, and other factors.

Manufacturer's rated peak download speed. Compatible device required. Actual speed may vary by device being used, topography and environmental conditions, network congestion, signal strength, and other factors.

‡ Purchase price includes any applicable provincial electronics environmental handling fees.

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BlackBerry Playbook
4G LTE

$549


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