NEW YORK, Aug 5 — BlackBerry is hoping to keep pace with the tech market with the release of its latest mobile device that boasts up to 30 hours of battery life.

Aimed at business professionals, the new BlackBerry Passport Silver Edition includes a “best-in-class” battery life with up to 30 hours of mixed use; a large, high-resolution square screen; curved corners; touch-enabled keyboard; and reinforced stainless steel frame for extra strength and durability.

BlackBerry is hoping to keep pace with the tech market with the release of its latest mobile device that boasts up to 30 hours of battery life. — Video screengrab

BlackBerry Blend will send messaging and content from the device to personal computers and tablets and is compatible with Mac, Windows, iOS and Android, powerful speakers and a quad microphone system.

Other specs include a QuadCore 2.2 GHZ Processor, 3GB RAM, 13 MP OIS rear camera and 32GB memory expandable with a Micro SD card up to 128 GB.

The device retails for US$549 (RM2,136) and is now available in North America. It will roll out across Europe in the coming weeks. — AFP/Relaxnews