Emerging from the Canadian tech scene, Blackberry introduces its groundbreaking Android smartphone, the Blackberry Priv. UK retailer Carphone Warehouse is now accepting GBP 579.99 (equivalent to INR 58,000) pre-orders for this sleek device.

For years, whispers and speculations swirled around Blackberry Priv. Now, it's here – Blackberry’s maiden foray into Android territory. The Priv launches on Android 5.1.1 Lollipop and boasts a stunning 5.4 inch Quad HD dual curved display, swiftly positioning itself against the elite like the Samsung Galaxy S6 and LG G4.

Ahead of its time, the Blackberry Priv rolls out with a high-powered 1.8 GHz Hexa core (1.8 GHz Dual core + 1.44 GHz Quad core) Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 SoC and a generous 3 GB RAM. Paired with 32 GB internal storage that can max out at a stunning 2 TB via microSD, it’s a storage bonanza for the tech connoisseur.

Photography enthusiasts will find the 18 MP rear camera with Schneider-Kreuznach lens with its 4K UHD 30fps video capability hard to resist. Upfront, there's a 5 MP camera too. Typists will appreciate the slide-out physical keyboard, managing to blend precision typing with capacitive touch. Powering the Priv is a 3410 mAh battery, précisely designed for endurance.

The Insiders Hint: While there's no word on Indian market specifics, Blackberry sees this as a pivotal moment in its renaissance as a force in mobile technology.