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BlackBerry Pearl 8120 review

General
Dimensions (W x H x D): 50x14x107 mm
Weight: 91 g
Form factor: candy bar
Built-in devices: camera
OS & software
Operating system: RIM OS
Software included: wireless email, organiser, web browser, camera, BlackBerry Maps, multimedia player, MMS, SMS
Desktop software: BlackBerry Desktop Software
Networks
2G: GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 1900
2.5G: GPRS, EDGE
Memory
Memory expansion: MicroSD
On-board memory: 64 MB
Display
Display type: TFT
Display size: 2.2 in
Native resolution: 240x260 pixels
Colour depth: 16 bits
Messaging & data
Messaging services supported: SMS, MMS
Internet browser: Yes
Email client: Yes
Email protocols supported: POP3, IMAP4
Java: Yes
Connectivity / expansion
Wired connections: USB
Wireless PAN: Bluetooth 2.0+EDR
Wireless LAN: 802.11b, 802.11g
Expansion slot: MicroSD (SDHC compliant)
Power
Battery type: Li-ion
Talk time: 4 h
Standby time: 360 h
Miscellaneous
Accessories: mini-USB cable, AC adapter, desktop software CD, stereo headset, 1GB microSD card, leather carrying pouch
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
Camera resolution: 2 megapixels
Flash: Yes
Video recording: Yes
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Overview

BlackBerry Pearl 8120

Editors rating
Rating: 7.5
Verdict

If you're looking for a sleek and phone-like BlackBerry, the upgraded Pearl 8120 does a competent job. Wi-Fi support is welcome, but we'd prefer 3G connectivity as well.

Price

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