MOBILE PHONE REVIEW

BlackBerry Curve review

General
Dimensions (W x H x D):	60x15.5x107 mm
Weight:	111 g
Form factor:	candy bar
Built-in devices:	camera

OS & software
Operating system:	RIM OS
Software included:	BlackBerry Maps, Multi-Media Player, Wireless Email, Organiser, Browser
Synchronisation software:	yes
Desktop software:	BlackBerry Desktop

Networks
2G:	GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 1900
2.5G:	GPRS, EDGE

Memory
Memory expansion:	MicroSD
On-board memory:	64 MB

Connectivity / expansion
Docking cradle:	No
Wired connections:	USB
Wireless PAN:	Bluetooth 2.0+EDR
Expansion slot:	microSD

Display
Display type:	TFT
Display size:	2.5 in
Native resolution:	320x240 pixels
Colour depth:	16 bits
Second (external) screen:	No

Messaging & data
Messaging services supported:	SMS, MMS
Internet browser:	Yes
Email client:	Yes
Email protocols supported:	POP3, IMAP4
Java:	Yes

Power
Battery type:	Li-ion
Talk time:	4 h
Standby time:	408 h

Miscellaneous
Accessories:	travel charger, USB cable, wired stereo headset, belt holster, reference material

Phone
Ringtones:	real music
Vibrating alert:	Yes
Built-in phonebook:	Yes
Calendar:	Yes
Alarm clock:	Yes
Speakerphone:	Yes
Voice dialling:	Yes
Voice recording:	Yes

Camera
Max still image size:	1600x1200 pixels
Camera resolution:	2 megapixels
Zoom:	5 x
Flash:	Yes
Video recording:	No

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BlackBerry Curve

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Editors rating: 8.0

Verdict

Although it doesn't have Wi-Fi or 3G support, the BlackBerry Curve offers a best-of-breed design and a well-rounded set of features to make it an attractive device for consumers and mobile professionals alike.

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