Classification
| BlackBerry KEY2
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| Classification
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| Grade
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A-
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| Calculator version
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1
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| Classification date
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2025-09-14
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| Information
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| Name
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BlackBerry KEY2
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| Brand by Parent
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BlackBerry by BlackBerry
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| Generation
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2nd (KEY Series)
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| Model(s)
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BlackBerry KEY1 and KEY2
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| Release date
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2018-06-07
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| Type/Category
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Smartphone (Enterprise-focused)
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| Website
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[1]
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| Status
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End of sale
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| More
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| Dimensions
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151.4 x 71.8 x 8.5 mm
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| Mass
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168 g
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| Operating system
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Android 8.1 (Oreo), No official updates past Android 9
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| Companion App
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BlackBerry Hub+, DTEK Security App
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| CPU
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 (Octa-core 2.2 GHz)
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| GPU
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Adreno 512
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| Memory
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6 GB RAM
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| Storage
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64 GB or 128 GB, microSD up to 256 GB
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| Battery
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3500 mAh (Non-removable)
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| Power
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USB-C, 18W Quick Charge 3.0
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| Charging
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Fast charging
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| Display
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4.5-inch IPS LCD (1620 x 1080)
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| Camera
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12 MP (Dual Rear), 8 MP (Front)
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| Sound
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Mono speaker, 3.5mm jack, Bluetooth 5.0
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| Connectivity
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LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS
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| Device
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| Criterion
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Value
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Proof(s)
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Comment
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| Known hardware tampering
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Rare
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[]
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Sealed device; advanced teardown possible but not common.
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| Known vulnerabilities
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Rare
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[]
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No security patches after 2022, making it vulnerable to modern exploits.
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| Prior attacks
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Rare
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[]
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No major attack history, but exploits exist for outdated Android versions.
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| Updatability
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Rare
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[]
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Stopped receiving official security updates in mid-2022.
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| Category score
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2
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| System
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| Criterion
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Value
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Proof(s)
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Comment
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| Authentication with other systems
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Full
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[]
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Supports enterprise integration, BlackBerry Hub, and Google services.
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| Communications
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Encrypted with up-to-date encryption
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[]
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Uses TLS 1.2/1.3, but no security updates past 2022.
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| Storage
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Encrypted with up-to-date encryption
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[]
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Supports Android Full-Disk Encryption (FDE) and File-Based Encryption (FBE).
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| Category score
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1
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| User Authentication
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| Criterion
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Value
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Proof(s)
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Comment
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| Account management
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Full
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[]
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Uses Google and BlackBerry accounts, supports enterprise policies.
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| Authentication
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Secure
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[]
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Fingerprint sensor (space bar), password, pattern, PIN.
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| Brute-force protection
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Exist
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[]
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Android security policies limit login attempts and wipe data if needed.
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| Event logging
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Access event logged
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[]
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System logs and DTEK security app track suspicious activity.
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| Passwords
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Require change after setup
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[]
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BlackBerry Secure Suite enforces password policies in corporate settings.
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| Category score
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2
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The BlackBerry KEY2 is still a decently secure device for personal use, but its lack of software updates leaves it vulnerable. For enterprise or sensitive data, it's no longer recommended.
