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Blackberry Curve 8310

Posted by Joe on December 20, 2008

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Description:

BlackBerry Curve 8310 Titanium (Multimedia Phone)

The gorgeous BlackBerry Curve 8310 for AT&T really sets a high bar on style and functionality. Like all BlackBerry devices, the BlackBerry Curve 8310 provides possibly the best on-the-go email and calendar solution for mobile professionals. But this new BlackBerry Curve 8310 includes a 2.0 Megapixel camera, GPS, a rich experience media player, voice dialing and stereo Bluetooth. Built for smartphone lovers with a sense of style, the BlackBerry Curve 8310 is dressed for success.

Highlights

  • Smallest, Smartest, Most Stylish Full QWERTY Keyboard BlackBerry Yet
  • Powerful On-the-go Email Solution When Used With AT&T BlackBerry Add-on Plan Features
  • Advanced Bluetooth Wireless Technology Supports Streaming Stereo Music
  • Built-in GPS Receiver With Location-based Applications Like BlackBerry Maps
  • Integrated Media Player Provides An Outstanding Music and Video-on-the-go Experience
  • 2.0 Megapixel Camera Shoots Print-quality Photos With Expandable Memory
  • Large, Beautiful Color Display
  • Voice-activated Dialing Lets You Dial The Phone With Just Your Voice

What’s In The Box With The Phone

  • Additional Items Included – Battery, Wall Charger, USB Cable, Hands-Free Headset, User Guide

Advanced Features

  • Digital Camera – Yes, 2.0 Megapixels (1600 x 1200 Pixel Resolution Max), Flash, Self-timer
  • MP3 Player – Yes, WMA Music and WMV Video Files Supported, Playlists, Shuffle
  • Attachment Viewing (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) – Yes, View Word and Excel Documents Attached to Emails
  • Bluetooth Wireless Technology – Yes, v2.0, Headset, Handsfree and Serial Port Profiles Supported
  • QWERTY Keyboard – Yes, Full QWERTY Keyboard With Backlight With Spell Checker
  • GPS Services Support – Yes, Built-in GPS Locator And Applications Like BlackBerry Maps Built-in and Telenav
  • Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP) – Yes, Stream Stereo Music To and From Compatible (A2DP) Bluetooth Devices
  • PC Synchronization – Yes, Seamlessly Synchronize Your Address Book, Calendar, Pictures and Email With Your PC

Messaging Features

  • Mobile Web Browsing – Full HTML Web browsing, One-touch Access, BlackBerry Maps Support
  • Multimedia Messaging – Yes, With Messaging or MEdia Add-on Rate Plan Feature
  • Text Messaging (SMS) – Yes, Plus Group Messaging, With Messaging or MEdia Add-on Rate Plan Feature, Spell Checker
  • Email Client – Amazing “Push” Real-time Email, Integrate w/ Up To 10 Accounts, VPN, POP3, IMAP, SMTP, Spell Checker
  • Instant Messenger Built-in – Yes, BlackBerry Messenger Pre-loaded, Spell Checker

Personalization and Fun Features

  • Polyphonic Ringtones – Yes
  • MP3 Ringtones – Yes, MP3 Real Music Ringtones Supported, Downloadable
  • Ringer Profiles – Yes
  • Games – Yes, Downloadable Java Titles
  • Customizable Graphics – Yes, Downloadable

Core Features

  • Color Main Display – 240 x 260 Pixels, Over 65,000 Colors Displayed, Auto-adjust To Ambient Light Saves Battery Life
  • Color – Titanium
  • Style – Candybar
  • Warranty – 1 Year BlackBerry Factory Warranty
  • Speakerphone – Yes, Full Duplex
  • Push-to-Talk – Yes, With AT&T Push-to-Talk Feature
  • Voice-activated Dialing – Yes
  • To-Do List – Yes
  • Alarm – Yes
  • Calculator – Yes
  • Calendar – Yes
  • Mini-USB Port – Yes
  • Vibrate – Yes
  • TTY Compatible – Yes
  • PDA Device – Yes

Battery Life

  • Battery Type – LiIon
  • Talk Time – Up to 240 Minutes
  • Standby Time – Up to 408 Hours

Technical Specifications

  • Application Platform – Java
  • Platform / Operating System – BlackBerry OS 4.2.2
  • Data Download Speed – EDGE (Up to 144 Kbps)
  • Network Compatibility – GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900
  • Compatible Carrier – AT&T
  • Ringtone Types Supported – MP3, MIDI, AAC, AAC+, eAAC, WMA
  • Internationally Compatible – Yes
  • Expandable Memory Capacity – MicroSD Card Format Compatible
  • Dimensions – 4.2 in x 2.4 in x 0.6 in
  • Built-In Memory – 64MB
  • Weight – 4.2 oz

Compatibility Features

  • Device Supports Voice Plans – Yes
  • Device Supports Blackberry Plans – Yes
  • Available For Purchase Without Service Plan – Yes

Recommended Optional Plan Features

  • AT&T Voice Plan Options – Yes
  • AT&T Messaging Plan Options – Yes
  • AT&T BlackBerry Plan Options – Yes
  • AT&T Push To Talk Plan Options – Yes
  • AT&T GPS Plan Options – Yes
  • AT&T Mobile Backup Options – Yes

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Blackberry Bold

Posted by Joe on December 9, 2008

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BlackBerry Bold Black

The BlackBerry Bold for AT&T is the next step forward for RIM devices, taking the best features from previous models and combining them into a new, sleek form. The Bold’s beautiful new display is twice as crisp as any other BlackBerry, and operates on AT&T’s HSDPA 3G network. With 1 GB of built-in memory, GPS, WiFi, a 2-MP camera, full web browser, and stereo Bluetooth, the BlackBerry Bold is simply one of the most powerful and attractive smartphones available.

Highlights

  • New, Stylish Form Factor For Full QWERTY BlackBerry
  • Powerful On-the-go Email Solution When Used With AT&T BlackBerry Features
  • Large Color Display With Twice The Resolution Of Other BlackBerry Devices
  • Built-in GPS Receiver With Location-based Applications Like BlackBerry Maps
  • WiFi-Enabled Bold Allows You To Access Internet Directly
  • 2.0 Megapixel Camera Shoots Print-quality Photos With Expandable Memory
  • Integrated Media Player Provides An Outstanding Music and Video-on-the-go Experience
  • Advanced Bluetooth Wireless Technology Supports Streaming Stereo Music

What’s In The Box With The Phone

  • Additional Items Included – Battery, Wall Charger, USB Cable, User Guide

Advanced Features

  • Digital Camera – Yes, 2.0 Megapixels, Flash, Self-timer
  • MP3 Player – Yes, WMA Music and WMV Video Files Supported, Playlists, Shuffle
  • Attachment Viewing (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) – Yes, View Word and Excel Documents Attached to Emails
  • Bluetooth Wireless Technology – Yes, v2.0, Headset, Handsfree and Serial Port Profiles Supported
  • GPS Services Support – Yes, Built-in GPS Locator And Applications Like BlackBerry Maps Built-in and Telenav
  • QWERTY Keyboard – Yes, Full QWERTY Keyboard With Backlight With Spell Checker
  • Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP) – Yes, Stream Stereo Music To and From Compatible (A2DP) Bluetooth Devices
  • PC Synchronization – Yes, Seamlessly Synchronize Your Address Book, Calendar, Pictures and Email With Your PC

Messaging Features

  • Mobile Web Browsing – Full HTML Web browsing, One-touch Access, BlackBerry Maps Support
  • Multimedia Messaging – Yes, With Messaging Feature
  • Text Messaging (SMS) – Yes, Plus Group Messaging, With Messaging or MEdia Add-on Rate Plan Feature, Spell Checker
  • Email Client – Amazing “Push” Real-time Email, Integrate w/ Up To 10 Accounts, VPN, POP3, IMAP, SMTP, Spell Checker
  • Instant Messenger Built-in – Yes, BlackBerry Messenger Pre-loaded, Spell Checker

Personalization and Fun Features

  • Polyphonic Ringtones – Yes
  • Custom Ringtones – Yes
  • MP3 Ringtones – Yes, MP3 Real Music Ringtones Supported, Downloadable
  • Ringer Profiles – Yes
  • Picture Caller ID – Yes
  • Games – Yes, Downloadable Java Titles
  • Customizable Graphics – Yes, Downloadable

Core Features

  • Color Main Display – LCD, 480 x 360 Pixels, Over 65,000 Colors Displayed
  • Color – Black
  • Style – Candybar
  • Warranty – 1 Year BlackBerry Factory Warranty
  • Speakerphone – Yes, Full Duplex
  • Voice-activated Dialing – Yes
  • To-Do List – Yes
  • Voice Memo – Yes, Up To 1 Hour Total
  • Alarm – Yes
  • Calculator – Yes
  • Calendar – Yes
  • Mini-USB Port – Yes
  • Vibrate – Yes
  • Phonebook Capacity – 2,000 Entries
  • Multiple Numbers Per Name – Yes
  • TTY Compatible – Yes
  • M3 Hearing Aid Compatible – Yes, M3 Rated
  • Text to Speech – Yes
  • PDA Device – Yes

Battery Life

  • Battery Type – LiIon
  • Talk Time – Up to 300 Minutes
  • Standby Time – Up to 310 Hours

Technical Specifications

  • Application Platform – Java
  • Platform / Operating System – BlackBerry OS 4.2.2
  • Data Download Speed – HSDPA 3.6
  • Network Compatibility – GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900; WCDMA 850, WCDMA 1900, WCDMA 2100
  • Compatible Carrier – AT&T
  • Ringtone Types Supported – MP3, MIDI, AAC, AAC+, eAAC, WMA
  • Internationally Compatible – Yes
  • 3G Data Speeds – Yes
  • Expandable Memory Capacity – MicroSD Card Format Compatible, Supports Up To 16 GB
  • Dimensions – 4.5 in x 2.6 in x 0.6 in
  • Built-In Memory – 1 GB
  • Weight – 4.8 oz
  • WiFi 802.11 Compatible – Yes, Supports WiFi Connections For Local Internet Access

Compatibility Features

  • Standard 3.5mm Stereo Headset Jack – Yes
  • Device Supports Voice Plans – Yes
  • Device Supports Blackberry Plans – Yes
  • Available For Purchase Without Service Plan – Yes

Recommended Optional Plan Features

  • AT&T Voice Plan Options – Yes
  • AT&T Messaging Plan Options – Yes
  • AT&T BlackBerry Plan Options – Yes
  • AT&T GPS Plan Options – Yes
  • AT&T Mobile Backup Options – Yes

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Blackberry Storm

Posted by Joe on December 9, 2008

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Highlights

  • First BlackBerry Smartphone With Tactile Touch Software
  • 3.25″ Display Adjusts Orientation And Provides Click Feedback
  • Virtual QWERTY Keyboard Lets You Send Text, Instant and Email Messages
  • 3.2 Megapixel Autofocus Camera With Facial Recogition Takes Crisp Pictures, Long Video Clips
  • Built-in Music Player Lets You Download Music Over-the-air Or Sync With A PC
  • Exclusive For Verizon: Only True “World Phone” BlackBerry
  • Supports VZ Navigator Audible Turn-by-turn Directions
  • Smooth, Attractive Web Browser With Touch Navigation

What’s In The Box With The Phone

  • Additional Items Included – Battery, Wall Charger, User Guide, USB Cable, 8 GB Micro SD Card

Advanced Features

  • Digital Camera – 3.2 Megapixel Resolution (2048 x 1536 Pixels Max), LED Flash, Face Detection, Editing Tools
  • MP3 Player – Plays MP3, WMA, WMA ProPlus, AAC, AAC+ Files
  • GPS Services Support – Yes, Get Turn-by-Turn Directions with VZ Navigator
  • Bluetooth Wireless Technology – Yes, v2.1, Headset, Handsfree, DUN, OPP, FTP, BPP, HID Profiles Supported
  • Video Capture / Camcorder – VGA Resolution, 120 FPS, Multiple Formats
  • QWERTY Keyboard – Yes, Virtual QWERTY Keyboard Displays On 3.25″ Touchscreen
  • Bluetooth Stereo Headset (A2DP) – Yes, Supports A2DP and AVRC Profiles So You Can Stream Music To Compatible (A2DP) Devices
  • Voice-driven Menus – Yes, Advanced Voice Commands With No Pre-training Needed
  • PC Synchronization – Yes, Seamlessly Synchronize Your Email, Address Book and Calendar
  • Parental Controls – Yes, Keep Track of Your Child’s Whereabouts with Chaperone from Verizon Wireless Get It Now Service

Messaging Features

  • Multimedia Messaging – Yes, Send and Receive Picture or Video Messages With TXT+PIX+FLIX Messaging Add-on Rate Plan Feature
  • HTML Web Browsing – Full HTML Web Browsing With Touch Navigation, Bookmarks, High-speed Data Downloads
  • Text Messaging (SMS) – Yes, Send and Receive Text Messages With TXT+PIX+FLIX Messaging
  • Email Client – Works With BlackBerry Enterprise Server, Integrates Easily With Personal Accounts
  • Instant Messenger Built-in – Yes, Send and Receive Instant Messages With TXT+PIX+FLIX Messaging

Personalization and Fun Features

  • Polyphonic Ringtones – Yes, Downloadable
  • Custom Ringtones – Yes
  • MP3 Ringtones – Yes, Supports MP3, WMA, AAC, AAC+ Files
  • Ringer Profiles – Yes
  • Picture Caller ID – Yes
  • Games – Yes, Downloadable BREW Titles
  • Customizable Graphics – Yes, Downloadable

Core Features

  • Color Main Display – 3.25″ LCD, 480 x 360 Pixels, Over 262,000 Colors
  • Color – Black and Silver
  • Style – Candy Bar Touchscreen
  • Touch Screen – Yes, Intuitive Touchscreen With SurePress Tactile Click Interaction
  • Speakerphone – Yes, Dual Stereo Speakers
  • Voice-activated Dialing – Yes, Advanced Voice Dialing Requires No Phone Pre-training
  • To-Do List – Yes
  • Voice Memo – Yes, Up To 1 Hour Total
  • Alarm – Yes
  • Calculator – Yes
  • Calendar – Yes
  • Vibrate – Yes
  • Mini-USB Port – Yes
  • Phonebook Capacity – 1,000 Entries
  • Multiple Numbers Per Name – 5 Number Entries and 2 Email Address Per Contact
  • TTY Compatible – Yes
  • M3 Hearing Aid Compatible – Yes, M3 Rated
  • Text to Speech – Yes
  • PDA Device – Yes

Battery Life

  • Battery Type – LiIon
  • Talk Time – Up to 280 Minutes
  • Standby Time – Up to 360 Hours

Technical Specifications

  • Application Platform – BREW
  • Data Download Speed – 1xEV-DO Rev. A (Up to 3.1 Mbps) and 1xRTT (Up to 130 Kbps)
  • Platform / Operating System – BlackBerry OS
  • Network Compatibility – GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900; UMTS 2100
  • Built-In Memory – 1 GB On-board Memory
  • 3G Data Speeds – Yes
  • Expandable Memory Capacity – Supports MicroSD/Transflash Format Cards, Up To 16 GB Card Size Max
  • Dimensions – 4.4 in x 2.5 in x 0.6 in
  • Weight – 5.5 oz

Compatibility Features

  • Standard 3.5mm Stereo Headset Jack – Yes
  • Verizon Wireless Visual Voicemail Compatible – Yes
  • Device Supports Voice Plans – Yes
  • Available For Purchase Without Service Plan – Yes

Recommended Optional Plan Features

  • Verizon Wireless Voice Plan Options – Yes
  • Verizon Wireless Rhapsody Options – Yes, Supports Access To Unlimited Music From Rhapsody
  • Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Plan Options – Yes
  • Verizon Wireless TXT+PIX+FLIX Plan Options – Yes
  • Verizon Wireless Tethering Plan Options – Yes, With Verizon’s Broadband Access Connect

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