Clicks shows off its BlackBerry-inspired phone in a new hands-on video
THE SO WHAT
A BlackBerry-style smartphone with modern apps is a niche bet that some power users still value physical keyboards and differentiated form factors. For device and accessory makers, it’s a reminder that ergonomics and input methods are still open space, especially for heavy messaging and productivity users.
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