Blackberry OS 10.2.1 update available now

BlackBerry has released an update for its BlackBerry 10 operating system that adds some new features, including the ability to customise a pinch gesture to filter messages and notifications in the Hub, a more simplified system to answer or ignore calls, and the option to create SMS and email groups.

Blackberry 10.2.1 comes with several new features and enhancements to make Blackberry OS more user-friendly. The latest update allows users to directly install Android APK files on your device, making it one of the most notable features in the Blackberry 10.2.1 update, as well automatic updates over WiFi to make sure you have the latest OS from Blackberry.

BlackBerry 10.2.1 also gives you the possibility to open messages that appear on the lock screen with just a tap, and picture passwords for quick unlocking. To unlock the phone you need to drag a grid of random numbers so that the number you previously selected overlays the point on the picture also previously determined.

The quick settings menu is now customisable. There is an offline browser reading mode. And you can now choose your preferred sync source for contacts, so you will also have the most up-to-date list available to you.

List of features in update

Customize Pinch Gesture to Filter BlackBerry Hub
Simplified phone experience
SMS and Email Groups
Actionable Lock Screen Notifications
Picture Password for Quick Unlocking
Customizable Quick Settings Menu
Offline Browser Reading Mode
Device and Battery Monitor
Preferred Contact Sync
FM Radio
Automatic Software Updates


BlackBerry 10 OS version 10.2.1 will be available to customers around the world, rolling out starting today in the U.S., Europe, Canada, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific and Latin America, and will be available for the entire line of smartphones running BlackBerry 10.