BlackBerry Priv Update: Camera and Keyboard Improvements
Monthly security updates
Under Google’s policy, device makers, BlackBerry included, are expected to deliver an over-the-air update with security fixes at the start of each month. BlackBerry announced that the Priv would get a maintenance release in June, timed with that security update.
Camera improvements
The camera app gained advanced shooting options. Users could control several settings by hand:
- Shutter speed
- ISO sensitivity
- Focus
- White balance
- Exposure
Keyboard shortcuts
The update added shortcut keys for camera controls on the physical keyboard. The spacebar, for example, could capture an image. That suited the Priv, which paired a touchscreen with a slide-out keyboard.
How the update arrived
Because these were app updates, they came from the Google Play Store, not as a full system update. A full list of changes was published by BlackBerry, but it is not repeated here.
Frequently asked questions
Which camera controls were added?
Shutter speed, ISO, focus, white balance and exposure.
How was the update delivered?
Through the Google Play Store as app updates.
Is the Priv still supported?
No. It is an older device and no longer receives updates.