imo BB don't really innovate on the hardware, UI or software fronts. Only thing they have going for them is BBM. Apps like WhatsApp are mimicing that functionality across platforms anyway so BB got nothing.
true indeed...
even if whatsapp isnt trully free in the actual sense of the word, it is still an exponentially cheaper alternative to sms, and the fact that it is not limited to one platform alone gives it the edge in terms of broader reach. blackberry had a good idea initially, and for a short while, they managed to push units soley based on the bbm infrastructure they were promoting, but now that there are a wider range of applications that offer a similar and in the case of whatsapp...more advanced application, they are bound to see their sales wain. especially because they have NOTHING else to offer, besides the free on device internet browsing package, which can easily be offset by getting the cell c once
personally...i believe android is the future of smartphones. i currently own a sony ericson xperia x10. i am eagerly waiting for the galaxy sII to drop and then i will be the happiest dude ever
i just hope it comes in at a decent price