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MOBILE PHONE REVIEW

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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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Overview

BlackBerry Curve

Editors rating
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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