New OS.
New possibilities.

Make the most of every moment with the BlackBerry® PlayBook™ tablet.
Now everything that matters to you is just a swipe, slide or touch away.

Update to the new OS

PlayBook OS 2.0

How to update your PlayBook to OS 2.0

Updating to the BlackBerry® PlayBook™ OS 2.0 is free and easy, and happens over the air.

To update the software on your tablet:

Step 1

Look for the software update notification in the status bar

BlackBerry PlayBook Screen

Step 2

Tap the notification to view
the update details

BlackBerry PlayBook Screen

Step 3

Tap Download
 

BlackBerry PlayBook Screen

What’s new with the BlackBerry® PlayBook™ OS 2.0

Enhanced communication

Access all the ways you communicate from one place. Now calendar, contacts and messages apps are built into the PlayBook. And new features give you more information about your contacts and the people and companies on your calendar.

Leave the laptop behind

Pack more productivity into your day with access to your business applications and productivity tools. Edit files right from your tablet with Documents To Go®. With powerful QNX technology, the PlayBook is ready to work at a moment’s notice.

Hours of entertainment

Enjoy games, music, apps and more. Whether it’s a long road trip or a short wait in line, you’ll never be at a loss for some on-the-go fun.

Built to perform

An unmatched web experience, real-time multitasking and new ways to connect your smartphone and tablet via BlackBerry® Bridge™ give the PlayBook the ability to take on any task.

Bring your devices together with BlackBerry Bridge

If you’re editing a document or browsing a webpage on your BlackBerry smartphone and want to see it on a larger display, BlackBerry Bridge lets you switch screens by opening that app on your PlayBook. Your smartphone can also act as a keyboard and mouse for your tablet.

Need help with your PlayBook?

Enjoy 90-day Complimentary Technical Support when you purchase a PlayBook and speak to a BlackBerry expert if you need help. Or view online resources like the How To Demo, User Guide and knowledge base articles.