BlackBerry Classic: The Perfect Dumbphone?

Once the king of smartphones, the BlackBerry Classic may be long retired—but is it still useful in 2025? I spent a few days using this QWERTY-keyed legend as my daily driver (yep, even typed this script on it). For dumbphone users, minimal tech fans, and BlackBerry die-hards, this could be the perfect blend of nostalgia and function.

In this video:
What still works (calls, texts, Wi-Fi, typing, sideloading apps)
What doesn’t (BlackBerry servers, BBM, syncing calendars)
How to bypass the initial setup
Real-world tests (camera, voice memos, maps, Gmail)
Why this might be the minimalist phone for the right person

0:00 - Intro
1:50 - 2G and 3G Support is GONE
2:25 - BlackBerry Support is DEAD
3:53 - What (Still) Works Great for Me?
6:12 - Camera Tests
6:56 - Hardware is PRIME
7:24 - Final Thoughts

#Dumbphone #BlackBerryClassic #DigitalMinimalism #QWERTYKeyboard #LightPhoneAlternative #RetroTech #BlackBerry2025 #MinimalPhone

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