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BlackBerry Bold 9000 review

General
Dimensions (W x H x D): 66x15x114 mm
Weight: 136 g
Built-in devices: camera, GPS receiver
OS & software
Operating system: RIM OS
Software included: Email, Organizer, Browser, BlackBerry Maps, Media Player, Documents To Go, FaceBook client, games
Synchronisation software: yes
Desktop software: BlackBerry Desktop
Networks
2G: GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 1900
2.5G: GPRS, EDGE
3G: 3G, HSDPA
Memory
Memory expansion: MicroSD
On-board memory: 1024 MB
Display
Display type: TFT
Display size: 2.6 in
Native resolution: 480x320 pixels
Colour depth: 16 bits
Messaging & data
Messaging services supported: SMS, MMS
Internet browser: Yes
Email client: Yes
Email protocols supported: POP3, SMTP, IMAP4
Java: Yes
Connectivity / expansion
Wired connections: USB 2.0
Wireless PAN: Bluetooth 2.0+EDR
Wireless LAN: 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g
GPS receiver: Yes
Expansion slot: microSD
Miscellaneous
Accessories: AC adapter, stereo headset, USB cable, carrying case, user guide, software CD
Phone
Ringtones: polyphonic
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: No
Video recording: Yes
Power
Talk time: 5 h
Standby time: 312 h
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Overview

BlackBerry Bold 9000

Editors rating
Rating: 8.3
Verdict

There is plenty of demand for smartphones that mix business and consumer features, particularly from SMEs. The BlackBerry Bold 9000 is a very good attempt at satisfying both markets.

Typical price

£ 469

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