Exciting news for tech enthusiasts, as BlackBerry’s [latest effort](http://techbooky.com/blackberry-keyone/), the BlackBerry KEYone, officially becomes available for purchase in the United States today. This comes after a period of pre-order availability in select markets in recent weeks. The device, retailing at a cool $549, can now be obtained from popular online platforms such as Amazon and Best Buy without any need for signing a burdensome mobile network contract.
The BlackBerry KEYone is hitting the American market in two distinct flavors: a GSM version for AT&T and T-Mobile clientele, and a CDMA variant intended for Verizon users. Fans of Sprint, fear not – Blackberry assures us that there will be an announcement for you in the coming summer months.
Meanwhile, in Canada, as of today, the BlackBerry KEYone has also become available in stores or online from Bell, Bell MTS, Rogers, SaskTel and TELUS. Canadian customers can snag the device for an introductory price of $199 CAD contractually tied over two years. For those who prefer to skip contracts altogether, the brand new BlackBerry gizmo will be available for outright purchase for $729 CAD from June.
While the US and Canada enjoy their head start, other global markets can expect the device to be launched in the near future. Stay tuned for more updates on this anticipated release.
Those eager to explore the world of BlackBerry beyond the KEYone can explore our previous coverage on [BlackBerry’s EvolveX](link to previous Blackberry related article).
This article was updated in 2025 to reflect modern realities.
Paul Balo is the founder of TechBooky and a highly skilled wireless communications professional with a strong background in cloud computing, offering extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing wireless communication systems.
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