BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230

The RIM BlackBerry Pearl Flip (8230) has a chrome-finished frame with dual high-resolution displays. Users can view emails, text messages and phone calls without opening the device. A larger internal LCD lets consumers browse the Internet, watch VCAST videos and read email. The BlackBerry Pearl Flip has an integrated 2.0-megapixel camera with flash, zoom and video recording. A built-in media player connects to VCAST Music with Rhapsody to browse, buy and listen to songs over-the-air with an equalizer with 11 preset filters. The handset has a QWERTY keyboard to make text messaging quick and easy. The Pearl Flip supports up to 10 email accounts and can edit Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint files. Additional tools include a speakerphone and Bluetooth 2.0.

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The BlackBerry Pearl 3G 9100

The BlackBerry Pearl 3G features  a built-in 3.2-megapixel camera, high-speed HSDPA Internet and Wi-Fi connectivity.  It is ideal for professionals and business users to manage calls, send emails, browse the Web, take and send photographs, listen to music, record and watch videos, and access a wide range of applications. Integrating RIM's new optical trackpad, users can navigate the menu with just the touch of a finger. It also supports SureType keyboard with word completion, built-in spell-checker and user-customized dictionary.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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BlackBerry Torch 9800

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The BlackBerry Torch (9800) is completely redesigned with a touch screen display, slide-out keyboard and optical trackpad. It also runs RIM's new BlackBerry 6 OS for a redesigned interface and new features such as a new browser with tabs and pinch-to-zoom functions and access to Facebook and Twitter with Social Feeds. A universal search lets users look for everything on the smartphone at once -- even on the Web. The Torch also has a built-in 5.0-megapixel camera, GPS and Wi-Fi connectivity, high-speed HSDPA Internet and 4GB of internal storage plus an additional 4GB memory card.

BlackBerry Curve 3G (9330) Phone (Sprint / Verizon)

Released for Sprint and Verizon, the BlackBerry Curve 3G combines a QWERTY keyboard with an optical trackpad to make navigation easy. The handset has dedicated keys along the top of the handset to control music and videos. Consumers can also snap photos with its 2.0-megapixel camera, then upload them to Facebook and Twitter over high-speed EV-DO access. Additional features includes a large color display, music player with a 3.5mm stereo headset jack and GPS and Wi-Fi capabilities.

BlackBerry Curve 8530 Smartphone in Black

I like this new and streamlined BlackBerry Curve 8530 

smartphone with features such as

* Wi–Fi

* a 2MP camera

* BlackBerry push technology

* VZ Navigator

* Visual Voice Mail

* V CAST Music w/Rhapsody and V CAST Video on Demand

   Mobile Broadband Connect and support for popular apps e.g. Facebook, MySpace, 

   and Flickr

This smartphone gives the power to do more of the things that matter in life.

Features

• Dual–band 800/1900 MHz CDMA/EV–DO Rev 0 networks
• 256MB Flash Memory, 256MB RAM
• BlackBerry® Device Software v5.0 Integrated Email, Phone, SMS, Browser, Calendar, Address Book, and additional organizer applications
• English, French and Spanish language support
• BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS) — add up to 11 email addresses to the BIS, including 10 supported email accounts and one BlackBerry email account
• BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES) — works to provide functionality such as single mailbox integration, remote address book look–up and more (1 email address)
• Display: Clear, High Resolution, 2.5" (dia.) color display TFT LCD (320x240 pixel). Supports over 65k colors
• Full Backlit QWERTY Keyboard w/Trackpad Navigation
• microSD™ memory card support: up to 16GB
• 2.0 Megapixel Camera, 5x Digital Zoom and Video Capture
• Integrated speaker and microphone, Hands–free headset capable (3.5mm 4 Pole)
• BlackBerry Media Player
• Bluetooth® Supported profiles: Headset (HSP), Hands–free (HFP), Serial Port (SPP), Dial–up Networking (DUN), Advanced Audio Distribution (A2DP) and Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP). OBEX Profiles: PBAP.
• Wi–Fi Ready (802.11 b/g)
• Ring Tones: 32 Polyphonic + vibrate (MIDI, SP–MIDI, MP3, WAV)
• Text, Picture and Video Messaging (MMS)

• Asian Language Support Available
• V CAST Apps
• VZ Navigator^sm for spoken turn–by–turn directions
• Stand–alone and Assisted GPS
• Visual Voice Mail capable
• Mobile Broadband Connect capable (Windows only)
• Instant Messaging applications for BlackBerry
• Social Networking for BlackBerry
• V CAST Music with Rhapsody® (subscription, wireless and PC downloads)
• V CAST Video on Demand capable
• BlackBerry App World Support
• Device protection and keyboard lock
• SAR Info – 1.31 w/kg for ear; 0.66 w/kg for body
• Hearing Aid Compatibility = M4/T4
• Total Equipment Coverage is Available

Specifications

• Dimensions: 4.29" (H) x 2.36" (W) x 0.55" (D)
• Weight: Approximately 3.7 oz. including Battery
• Standard Lithium Battery (1150 mAh)
• Usage: Up to 270 minutes of talk time OR
• Standby: Up to 252 hours

• 2.0 Megapixel Camera
• Trackpad Navigation
• microSD™ Memory Expansion Slot (up to 16GB)
• Premium HTML Web Browser
• Bluetooth® Stereo Support*
• Skype Mobile™
• Wi–Fi Ready
• GPS
• TTY Compatible
• Hearing Aid Compatibility = M4/T4
  
  
• Meets FCC SAR limit. Manufacturer's highest FCC reported SAR 1.31 W/kg at ear, 0.66 W/kg on body. Actual SAR may vary.
  

Included Accessories

• Lithium Ion Battery (1150 mAh)
• BlackBerry Folding Blade Charger
• USB Data Cable
• Quick Reference Guide
• Documentation Kit (including BlackBerry User Tools CD)

• V CAST Apps
• View Email and Attachments
• VZ Navigator^sm with turn–by–turn directions
• V CAST Media Manager 
• V CAST Music with Rhapsody® (subscription, wireless and PC downloads)
• V CAST Video on Demand
• Mobile Broadband Connect Capable
• Visual Voice Mail

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R.I.M. Needs This PlayBook

http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2010/09/29/rim-needs-this-playbook.aspx Gabriel Perna, IBTimes.com September 29, 2010 Research In Motion (Nasdaq: RIMM) did the right thing by adding a tablet computer to its lineup of products aimed at the enterprise market, say analysts. The Mississauga, Ont.-based company officially introduced the PlayBook, a tablet computer, at its Developer's Conference this week. The device has a seven-inch screen, will use a tablet version of the Blackberry operating system and will be aimed at the enterprise segment. "I think it was the right move," Mark McKechnie, analyst at Gleacher and Company, said. "It's marketing 101, protect your capital. For RIM, that is enterprise, secure email and secure corporate management." RIM says the device, which runs on a 1 GHz dual-core processor, supports true symmetric multiprocessing. Recently acquired QNX has been called into duty to provide the operating system architecture. It also supports video conferencing capabilities. The first generation of the device runs on Wi-Fi internet and does not have cellular connectivity. However, analysts say this is not a downside as it just indicates that RIM is in fact aiming at the enterprise customer base. "It saves consumers from another data subscription cost with the carrier," Matt Thornton, analyst at Aviation Securities, said. "It also lowers the cost of materials. And for the enterprise segment, it makes it a much cheaper, worthwhile device. It's clear they are going towards the enterprise." The device is also enterprise-ready because it's compatible with the BlackBerry Enterprise Server. By using a Bluetooth, users can connect content from their BlackBerry smartphone to the PlayBook tablet. This capability allows IT managers to deploy the BlackBerry PlayBook to non-present employees without worrying about all the security and manageability issues. The PlayBook's size and weight, which is less than the iPad, also impressed analysts. RIM says it weighs less than a pound at 0.9 lbs, and it has less than half of an inch of thickness. While analysts liked the move and the device, they cautioned that the enterprise market for tablets may not be that big. Since tablets are still in the early stages of development, it is unclear whether or not people will actually buy them for business purposes. Yet despite these concerns, most believe this was the right move for RIM in the long run. "This is a step in the right direction," McKechnie said. "They needed to hit this tablet space. I've said it before, real men have tablets. It was important that RIM fight back in this space."

http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2010/09/29/rim-needs-this-playbook.aspx

• September 28, 2010, 9:25 AM ET

RIM’s PlayBook: Analysts React

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BlackBerry maker Research In Motion Ltd. unveiled its first tablet computer and a new operating system that will power it, joining the race to catch up with Apple Inc.’s iPad. Investors don’t seem to be ebullient on RIM’s prospects, shares are down about 1% premarket. Here’s how some analysts see it.

Stifel Nicolaus: Generally we were pleasantly surprised by the PlayBook specs. At a time when RIM has been widely criticized for falling behind on the innovation curve relative to its smartphone peers, the new tablet appears to put RIM back on the leading edge of technology.
Cowen and Company: Pricing was not disclosed, but we believe the lack of mobile voice/data support will limit operator interest in (and subsidy dollars for) the initial PlayBook, perhaps stunting early developer support and end-user adoption.
Morgan Stanley: We believe the PlayBook is well suited for enterprise, but could be far less successful with consumers. Between the crowded tablet market, the potential for a major OS overhaul across the entire platform with all the risks that entails, and the continued share loss in North America in both device shipments and subscribers, we remain Underweight.
Goldman Sachs: RIM’s PlayBook tablet surprised us by being positioned for the enterprise, rather than the consumer, and by having a robust set of specs including a dual-core 1GHz processor and 2 HD cameras. This could allow RIM to offer a differentiated product rather than a “me too” to the iPad. The PlayBook offers a unique use case by tethering to the BlackBerry over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth as a secure extension to the BlackBerry in the enterprise that can serve as a display or a projector. While the Wi-Fi tethering eliminates the expense of a separate data plan, it also reduces the incentive for carrier subsidies. In addition, the Q1 launch is a qtr behind expectations.
Deutsche Bank: At the start of their developer conference, RIM announced a new device called the PlayBook, their take on the tablet. The device is set to ship in [first quarter of 2011], missing the Holiday Shopping Season. Our first impression is the device is comparable to all the other tablets coming on the market, but runs a new proprietary RIM OS.

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