Today is the day to get together with loved ones and friends, give thanks for all we have, and to remember those that are in faraway places serving our country. Happy Thanksgiving to all!
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2009-11-14
BlackBerry Curve 8900 Phone, Titanium (T-Mobile)
Updating the look of the Curve with a sleekly styled titanium finish, the BlackBerry Curve 8900 for T-Mobile is the thinnest and lightest full-QWERTY BlackBerry smartphone yet. In addition to its stunning good looks--with titanium-colored finish accented by chrome highlights--the Curve 8900 is packed with communication and location features. The built-in Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g) supports both voice and data, making it easier to stay connected to family, friends and colleagues using T-Mobile's Unlimited HotSpot Calling service, while the built-in GPS supports location-based services including turn-by-turn navigation.
And, of course, you'll enjoy all the communication and connectivity features you've come to expect from a Blackberry phone--including email served up by the BlackBerry Internet Service and a full menu of messaging options (SMS, MMS, and IM). The handset's advanced multimedia capabilities include a 3.2-megapixel camera with image stabilization, digital zoom, flash and the ability to record video and play video. Other features include a hot-swappable MicroSD/SDHC memory card slot (for cards up to 16 GB; 256 MB card included), Bluetooth for handsfree communication and stereo music streaming, multi-format digital audio player, unlimited any-network calling to any 5 people with a myFaves plan, and up to 5.5 hours of talk time.
Staying Connected
With BlackBerry's push email technology, your email will find you without having to initiate a connection. BlackBerry devices are designed to remain on and continuously connected to the wireless network, notifying you as new email arrives. In addition to the text, you can also receive and view attachments in a wide range of popular file formats, including Microsoft Office, Corel WordPerfect, and Adobe PDF.
The striking 2.4-inch, 480 x 360-pixel display (65K colors) serves up crisp images, text and maps so information is easier to read, even when you're on the go. It also includes a light-sensing feature that automatically adjusts backlighting for indoor, outdoor and dark environments. Like other Curve models, the Curve 8900 includes a trackball navigation system located on the top of the QWERTY keypad, and it features an integrated spell checker with a customizable dictionary to help maintain accuracy.
The BlackBerry Browser on the Curve 8900 is designed to make on-the-go Internet browsing fast and fun--you can even start a search right from the home page. Navigate sites and zoom in on content using a trackball-controlled pointer, set bookmarks and view your history. Plus, the BlackBerry Browser works with a host of other applications to make things like online purchasing and tracking information on your favorite pages easier.
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 With its stunning titanium-colored finish and chrome highlights, the sleek and slender design of the BlackBerry Curve 8900 smartphone dresses it for any occasion (see larger image). Check out the Curve 8900 101 video demo. |
T-Mobile Service Options
With T-Mobile HotSpot Enabled service, you'll effortlessly transition between Wi-Fi calling and T-Mobile's wireless network while you talk. You can get unlimited nationwide calls over Wi-Fi--at home via your wireless router or at any U.S. T-Mobile HotSpot. You can also use the HotSpot Enabled service via most open, or unsecured, wireless routers, as well as any secured wireless router for which you have access to the password from the owner. This phone is compatible with the 802.11b/g Wi-Fi standard as well as the following Wi-Fi Alliance certifications: WPA/WPA2 Personal and Enterprise, WMM, WMM Power Save, Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Whenever you're not using a Wi-Fi network, the Curve works just like a regular mobile phone, using your Whenever Minutes under your T-Mobile voice plan.
Additionally, this mobile phone operates on GSM 850/900/1800/1900 networks and can handle high-speed data connectivity via T-Mobile's EDGE network (which stands for "Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution"). As a quad-band world phone, this phone supports international roaming, extending the ability to stay connected while traveling abroad. This high-speed, mobile data and Internet access technology is fast enough to support a wide range of advanced data services (with average data speeds between 75-135Kbps), including full picture and video messaging, high-speed color Internet access, and email on the go.
This phone also includes compatibility with T-Mobile's myFaves service, which allows you to call up to five of your most common contacts--on any network, even landlines--without using any of your minutes. Learn more about myFaves from T-Mobile.
Download cool new games, HiFi Ringers (real songs by today's hottest artists), MegaTones (instrumental versions of songs), and wallpapers quickly, as well as stay connected via the Web, instant messaging, and email.
 The Curve 8900 includes Wi-Fi connectivity, Bluetooth stereo music streaming, GPS navigation capabilities, MicroSD expansion to 16 GB, and more (see larger image). |
With BlackBerry's push email technology, your email will find you without having to initiate a connection. BlackBerry devices are designed to remain on and continuously connected to the wireless network, notifying you as new email arrives. In addition to the text, you can also receive and view attachments in a wide range of popular file formats, including Microsoft Office, Corel WordPerfect, and Adobe PDF.
Browse the web with the integrated, full-featured browser, which quickly and efficiently displays HTML pages as well as enables you to set up RSS feeds to stay connected to up-to-the-minute news and blog posts. And keep up with your contacts using a variety of instant message (IM) networks, including the integrated Blackberry Messenger as well as downloadable clients for Google Talk, Yahoo! Messenger, and Lotus Sametime.
For corporate users, the Curve delivers all the enterprise email and messaging capabilities you've come to expect. It's supported on BlackBerry Internet Service, giving you access to up to 10 work or personal email accounts (including most popular ISP email accounts), as well as BlackBerry Enterprise Server, enabling advanced security and IT administration within IBM Lotus Domino, Microsoft Exchange and Novell GroupWise environments.
Phone Features
With a refined design, the BlackBerry Curve 8900 smartphone supports both your professional and personal mobile communication needs to help you enjoy a more organized, balanced life. In addition to a sleek, stylish design, the powerful new smartphone includes a large, vivid display--the highest resolution available on a BlackBerry smartphone--as well as a 512 MHz next-generation processor for fast and responsive performance.
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You can snap vivid photos as well as video clips using the 3.2-megapixel camera on the back of the Curve, which also features a 2x digital zoom, auto focus, image stabilization, and a flash. Transfer pictures and videos between your smartphone and your desktop computer easily using the USB cable that comes with the smartphone, or via Bluetooth technology.
You can also capture video clips on the go, with two resolution choices--480 x 352 pixels for saving to your PC and 176 x 144 pixels for sending via MMS messaging. In addition to recording videos, the Curve 8900 also supports mobile video streaming as well as videos saved from your PC. It's compatible with DivX, XviD (MPEG4 Advance Simple Profile), H.263, and WMV3 formats.
Listen to your favorite music using the included stereo headset, or use an optional wireless headphone thanks to the Curve's support for the Bluetooth stereo audio profile (A2DP/AVRCP). The Curve is compatible with a wide variety of file formats (.3gp, WAV, MIDI, AMR-NB, G711u/A, GSM610, PCM, MP3, AAC/AAC+/eAAC+, WMA9/10 Standard/Pro) and dedicated volume controls are conveniently located on the side of the handset.
Handsfree communication is easy thanks to the integrated speakerphone. This phone also provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity (version 2.0 + EDR), and includes profiles for communication headset, handsfree car kits, and file transfer. You can connect your laptop (either via Bluetooth or wired USB) and enjoy dial-up networking--surf the Internet, send email, and access files from a server.
With the Voice-Activated Dialing (VAD) feature, you can initiate a call just by telling the Curve who to call from your contact list--either via the integrated speakerphone or using an optional Bluetooth wireless headset. Other advanced phone features include advanced sound technology that cancels out background noise and echo, dedicated volume and mute keys, and the ability to customize the Curve with polyphonic and MP3 ringtones.
 Capture high-resolution photos and videos with the 3.2-megapixel camera on the back. |
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The easier a map is to read, the easier it is to follow. Together with BlackBerry Maps, the crisp, colorful screen of the Curve 8900 is designed to make it easier to find the location of businesses, restaurants, concert venues, parks and more by allowing you to check maps and get driving directions quickly and conveniently. When you're connected to the network, you can even launch maps from your address book. BlackBerry Maps is also designed to help make trips easier by providing route options like fastest or shortest and displaying directions visually along with text-based turn-by-turn instructions.
Whether your instant messaging (IM) account is with Yahoo! Messenger, Google Talk, AOL Instant Messenger, ICQ or Windows Live Messenger, you can bring your IM community wherever life takes you. Like the desktop versions, these programs offer features like avatars and emoticons. And, because BlackBerry applications work together, you can also start an IM chat from your address book, call or email an IM contact while chatting or even check your calendar right from a chat.
Other features include:
- Easily synch with Microsoft Outlook: Stay in synch with your Contacts, Calendar, and Tasks in Microsoft Outlook
- Edit Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint files: Just download attachments and start typing. You’ll enjoy many of the same features you do on your computer--copy and paste, font size and color, even bullets and numbering and more.
- Remote Search: If you prefer not to carry all your email on your Curve 8900 smartphone, Remote Search can be used to find emails that are still stored on your BlackBerry Enterprise Server using name, subject and other options to narrow the field.
- BlackBerry Media Sync: Sync your desktop iTunes music files with your BlackBerry smartphone.
- Free/Busy Lookup: View your colleagues’ calendars to see who’s available at what time right from your BlackBerry smartphone.
- RSS (Really Simple Syndication) feeds support: With RSS, you don’t need to check important websites for updates, new content can be pushed to you automatically.
- Send and receive text and picture messages (SMS and MMS)
- Bluetooth version 2.0 + EDR with the following profiles: A2DP (stereo music streaming), AVRC (remote control), HFP (hands-free car kits), HSP (communication headsets), DUN (dial-up networking), FTP (file transfer), PBA (transfer contacts)
Vital Statistics
The Blackberry Curve 8900 weighs 3.9 ounces and measures 2.4 x 4.3 x 0.5 inches. Its 1400 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5.5 hours of talk time, and up to 360 hours (15 days) of standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies.
Nokia 5800 XpressMusic
When it comes to music phones, people all over the world want a device that is a great music experience--with more memory, loud and powerful speakers, easy synchronization--but must still work well as a mobile phone. The 3G-enabled Nokia 5800 XpressMusic delivers the best total music experience possible while also keeping you connected to all of your mobile communication--from voice and messaging to social networking and web browsing. This version of the quad-band 5800 XpressMusic GSM/EDGE phone is also ready to run on 3G networks here in the US (850/1900 MHz UMTS/HSDPA), enabling fast downloads and streaming multimedia while on the go.
It all starts with the 3.2-inch touchscreen, which brings photos, video clips and web content to life in vibrant color and true clarity as well as offers easy navigation through its intuitive interface. It also has a 16:9 aspect ratio for optimized playback of high-definition videos. The 5800 XpressMusic is compatible with Amazon Video on Demand, which allows you to download thousands of movies or TV titles directly to your PC and then transfer the video to the phone.
Unlocked Phone
This unlocked cell phone can be used with a GSM network service provider and it provides quad-band connectivity (850/900/1800/1900 MHz). It does not come with a SIM card, and it requires that you provide a SIM card for usage with your selected service provider.
Making the most of touchscreen technology, the Nokia 5800 XpressMusic delivers easy and fast access to all music, video and photos through a one-touch Media Bar drop down menu. The Media Bar also offers a direct link to the Web and to online sharing. And because the Nokia 5800 XpressMusic supports Flash content, individuals can surf even more of the web. The innovative Contacts Bar lets you highlight four favorite contacts on your home-screen and, through a single touch, track a digital history of recent text messages, emails, phone logs, photos and blog updates.
A dedicated XpressMusic button above the top right corner of the 5800 takes you right to your music. Browse by artist, album and genre, or flick through your playlists. You can also browse, stream and download millions of songs over the air from the Nokia Music store (requires data plan from your carrier). Music playlist song titles can also be shared through Bluetooth, MMS or online sharing. And the newly updated Nokia Music PC software allows for easy drag-and-drop transfer of songs and management of any music collection. Other features include an 8-band graphic equalizer, dedicated volume keys, bass booster, stereo widening, and compatibility with MP3, AAC/AAC+/eAAC+, and WMA digital files. Additionally, you can tune into your favorite radio programs with the stereo FM radio (requires wired headset to be attached).
After snapping photos or recording videos, you can quickly crop, rotate and touch up your images as well as cut, splice and add a soundtrack to videos. And with a single touch, images or videos can be shared via a favorite online community, such as Share on Ovi, Flickr, or Facebook. Photos and video clips can be enjoyed on a compatible television thanks to the device's TV out feature and support for Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) technology.
Amazon Video on Demand offers over 40,000 movie and TV titles that you can watch on the go using your Nokia 5800 XpressMusic mobile phone, and set-up is easy. You'll first need to download the Amazon Video on Demand video player (which may also be called the Amazon "Unbox" player; not compatible with Mac or Linux computers).
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 The Nokia 5800 XpressMusic features a 3.2-inch touchscreen, included 8 GB MicroSD card, 3G and Wi-Fi connectivity, and GPS for turn-by-turn directions. |
For your musical enjoyment, the 5800 XpressMusic offers all the essentials including 8 GB memory for up to 6000 tracks (via the included 8 GB MicroSD memory card), a graphic equalizer, support for all major digital music formats, and a 3.5mm jack. The phone also includes a 3.2-megapixel camera with dual LED flashes and DVD-quality video capture. The built-in Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g) makes it easy to connect to both home networks and hotspots on the go, while the built-in GPS supports location-based services including turn-by-turn navigation. Other features include Bluetooth 2.0+EDR for handsfree devices and stereo music streaming, MicroSD expansion up to 16 GB, integrated stereo speakers, dedicated audio chip for hi-fi sound,
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This unlocked cell phone can be used with a GSM network service provider and it provides quad-band connectivity (850/900/1800/1900 MHz). It does not come with a SIM card, and it requires that you provide a SIM card for usage with your selected service provider.
Additionally, this version of the Nokia 5800 XpressMusic can be paired with 850/1900 MHz UMTS/HSDPA 3G networks in the United States. When paired with a compatible 3G network, you'll enjoy a high-speed connection offering a variety of feature-rich wireless services--from data connectivity to your office to multimedia streaming, and take advantage of simultaneous voice and data services. In areas in the U.S. not served by a 3G network or in foreign territories, you'll continue to receive data service via EDGE network (depending on network compatibility).
Phone Features
Among the highest screen resolutions available on a mobile phone, the 5800's 3.2-inch widescreen display brings photos, video clips and web content to life in vibrant color and true clarity. It has a 640 x 360-pixel resolution and support for up to 16 million colors, and it includes an accelerometer that automatically rotates the display based on the orientation of the phone. With a 16:9 aspect ratio and 30 frames-per-second playback and recording, the device is ideal for VGA quality video recording and playback. The Nokia 5800 XpressMusic offers a variety of input methods including a virtual alphanumeric keypad, a virtual computer-style QWERTY keyboard, a pen stylus--and for true music enthusiasts, you can even use a guitar pick.
 The Nokia 5800 comes with its own desk stand (see larger version). |
 The Contacts Bar lets you highlight your four favorite contacts on the home-screen and track recent text messages, emails, and phone logs. |
 The 5800's digital audio player. |
The Nokia 5800's camera features a lens made by Carl Zeiss, a world leader in high quality camera lenses. The Zeiss name has been associated with state-of-the-art optics from Hasselblad, Rollei, Yashica, Sony, and Nikon. The 3.2-megapixel camera offers an autofocus lens, 3x digital zoom and dual LED flashes with a red-eye reduction mode. You can also record videos in four resolution modes (with up to a 4x digital zoom), including 640 x 480 pixels (standard TV resolution) and 640 x 352 pixels (widescreen quality)--both at 30 frames per second (fps). You can shoot up to 90 minutes of video, depending on available memory.
 3.2-megapixel auto-focus camera with dual LED flash ensures crisp, bright and detailed pictures. |
With A-GPS functionality, you'll be able find your route quickly and easily, whether walking or driving (A-GPS is a network dependant feature that requires a data plan; additional charges may apply). The Nokia Maps application offers richer maps with urban details and satellite views and the ability to search and download information about points of interests, such as restaurants, hotels, companies, travel agencies, airports, and more. It also provides optional upgrades such as City Guides, turn-by-turn pedestrian mode and voice-guided car navigation.
Handsfree communication is easy thanks to the integrated speakerphone. This phone also provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity (version 2.0+EDR), and includes profiles for communication headset, handsfree car kits, and file transfer. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. You can connect your laptop (either via Bluetooth or wired USB) and enjoy dial-up networking--surf the Internet, send email, and access files from a server (additional charges or subscription applicable).
The N96 has all the bases covered when it comes to messaging. Support is built in for sending and receiving text, video, graphics and sound via messages. It also enables you to check your email on the go (supporting POP3, IMAP4, and SMTP protocols).
Other features include:
- 81 MB internal memory
- MicroSD memory card slot, hot swappable, accepts maximum 16 GB card (8 GB card included with phone)
- Integrated hands-free speakerphone
- Vibrating alert (internal), also with tactile feedback
- Email: support for IMAP, POP, SMTP protocols and email attachments
- Messaging: SMS text (with multiple SMS deletion); MMS picture video (up to 600 kb with automatic resizing of images); Nokia Xpress audio messaging; instant messaging; distribution lists for messaging
- Contacts bar for 4 contacts with images and communication history (SMS, IM, email, web feeds)
- Conference calling with up to 6 participants (when supported by service provider)
- Integrated stereo speakers with surround sound (crystal clear hi-fi sound quality with dedicated audio chip)
- Operating system: S60 5th edition, Symbian OS version 9.4
- Multimedia: Flash Lite 3.0, Java MIDP 2.0
- Ring tones: 3D stereo ring tones, 64-tone polyphonic, mp3 and video ring tones
- Organizer tools: Calendar with week and month view, alarm clock, reminders, notes, to-do list, converter, calculator, clock (analog and digital, world clock)
- Voice dialing: speaker independent dialing and voice commands (SIND)
- Voice recorder
- Video playback file formats: MPEG4-SP playback 30fps VGA; MPEG4-AVC playback 30fps QVGA; WMV9 playback 30fps QVGA; MPEG4-SP playback 30 fps nHD
- Video recording: 640 x 480 pixels and up to 30 fps (TV high quality); 640 x 352 pixels and up to 30 fps (widescreen quality); 320 x 240 pixels and up to 30 fps/15 fps (email high/normal quality); 176 x 144 and up to 15 fps (sharing quality)
- Support for PC synchronization with Nokia PC suite
Vital Statistics
The 5800 XpressMusic weighs 3.8 ounces and measures 4.37 x 2.04 x 0.61 inches. Its 1320 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 4.2 hours of talk time, and up to 336 hours (14 days) of standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies.
What's in the Box
5800 XpressMusic with pen stylus, Battery (BL-5J), High Efficiency Charger (AC-8U), 8 GB MicroSDHC card (MU-43), Music Headset (HS-45, AD-54), Video-out Cable (CA-75U), User guide and Quick guide
Amazon Video on Demand
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The Amazon Video on Demand player can download two types of videos. To save space on your computer's hard drive, the Amazon Video Player will only download the larger video file for watching in the Player. You will need to also download the smaller portable file in order to transfer your video to your 5800 XpressMusic. You can only transfer a portable version of a video if you've previously downloaded the full video to your computer using the Amazon Video Player. The 8 GB MicroSD memory card included with the 5800 XpressMusic should allow you to store around 15 average full-length movies
Nokia 5530 XpressMusic Unlocked Phone with Touchscreen--U.S. Version with Warranty (Black)
The Nokia 5530 XpressMusic unlocked phone keeps you moving to your favorite music while on the go as well as helps you stay connected to all of your mobile communication--from voice and messaging to social networking and web browsing. The sleek 5530 features a stainless steel body, tempered glass 2.9-inch touchscreen and built-in audio speakers, and it provides quad-band GSM connectivity for global roaming and EDGE data connectivity for accessing your favorite web sites. Additionally, it's Wi-Fi-enabled for accessing wireless networks at home, at the office, and at hotspots wherever you roam--from airports to coffee shops.
The 5530 XpressMusic provides up to 27 hours of music playback time, and it comes with a 4 GB microSD memory card for storing music, video and photos. You can easily manage and synchronize your music collection on your PC using the included Nokia Music for PC application. The phone also includes a 3.2-megapixel camera with an LED flash and video capture capabilities. Other features include Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, microSD expansion up to 16 GB, Symbian S60 5.0 operating system, access to personal email, and nearly 5 hours of talk time.
Unlocked Phone
This unlocked cell phone can be used with a GSM network service provider and it provides quad-band connectivity (850/900/1800/1900 MHz). It does not come with a SIM card, and it requires that you provide a SIM card for usage with your selected service provider.
At the core of the 5530 XpressMusic is its music and entertainment experience. In true XpressMusic form, the Nokia 5530 XpressMusic is a great music player with 27 hours of playback time, excellent audio quality with an 8-band equalizer, and 3D surround sound stereo speakers. New music can be purchased through the Nokia Music Store, either directly on the phone or through a PC. The music player supports playlists, shuffle, stereo widening and bass boost, and it's compatible with MP3, WMA, and AAC/AAC+/eAAC+ file formats. The phone includes dedicated volume keys as well as dedicated touch music keys on the Home screen. You can also listen to your favorite radio broadcasts with the integrated FM radio (included headset is required).
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 The Nokia 5530 XpressMusic brilliantly clear 2.9 inch widescreen display and intuitive music playback controls. |
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This unlocked cell phone can be used with a GSM network service provider and it provides quad-band connectivity (850/900/1800/1900 MHz). It does not come with a SIM card, and it requires that you provide a SIM card for usage with your selected service provider.
Phone Features
Among the highest screen resolutions available on a mobile phone, the Nokia 5530 XpressMusic's 2.9-inch widescreen display brings photos, video clips and web content to life in vibrant color and true clarity. It has a 640 x 360-pixel resolution and support for up to 16 million colors, and it includes an accelerometer that automatically rotates the display based on the orientation of the phone. It offers a variety of input methods, including a virtual alphanumeric keypad and a virtual computer-style QWERTY keyboard.
The phone has an internal 70 MB user-accessible memory that's expandable via optional microSD memory cards up to 16 GB in size (a 4 GB microSD card is included in this package). The internal phonebook is virtually limitless in the amount of entries you can store (bound only by available memory), and it offers multiple number and email details per contact as well as the ability to associate images with contacts. Other phone features include voice command capabilities, real-music and video ringtones, and vibrating alert.
The 5530's innovative "people carousel" features thumbnail images of up to 20 close friends and provides easy access to them and their communications history including emails, phone calls, photos or other social media updates. It also features the pop-up Media Bar so music, photos, videos, Internet and on-line sharing applications such as Ovi Share, Flickr and VOX are just a touch away.
 The scrolling Contacts Bar provides direct access to 20 people and their latest conversations and media updates. |
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Hands-free communication is easy thanks to the integrated speakerphone. This phone also provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity (version 2.0), and includes profiles for communication headset, hands-free car kits, and file transfer. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. You can connect your laptop (either via Bluetooth or wired USB) and enjoy dial-up networking--surf the Internet, send email, and access files from a server (additional charges or subscription applicable). It also includes integrated Wi-Fi connectivity (802.11b/g) for accessing open networks at work, at home, and on the road from a variety of wireless hotspots.
The 3.2-megapixel auto focus camera includes a dedicated camera key, LED flash for low-light conditions, and a 4x digital zoom, and you can edit images directly on the phone with photo editor application. Other features include center weighted auto exposure, white balance adjustments, multiple scene modes (including sports, night and portrait), and light sensitivity modes. Additionally, you can capture video clips up to 176 x 220 pixels (QCIF) and up to 15 fps (frames per second) as well as zero in on your subject with up to a 4x digital zoom. Other video features include white balance modes and scene modes (automatic, low light mode, night). You can record up to 90 minutes of video. The video player is compatible with .3GP, .MP4, and RealPlayer formats.
The 5530 has all the bases covered when it comes to messaging. Support is built in for sending and receiving text, video, graphics and sound via messages. It also enables you to check your email on the go (supporting POP3, IMAP4, and SMTP protocols).
Other features include:
- Automatically switch between keypad and QWERTY keyboard when the device is rotated
- Symbian S60 5.0 operating system
- Email: support for IMAP, POP, SMTP protocols and email attachments
- Messaging: SMS text (with multiple SMS deletion); MMS picture video (up to 600 kb with automatic resizing of images)
- Organizer tools: Calendar with week and month view, reminders, alarm clock, written notes, voice notes, clock (digital, analog, world clock)
- HTML web browser
- Micro-USB connector
- 3.5mm stereo headphone plug
- Text-to-speech capabilities
- Applications include Flash Lite 2.0, Java MIDP 2.0,, Online Share 4.3, and Ovi Share
Vital Statistics
The Nokia 5530 XpressMusic weighs 3.77 ounces and measures 4.09 x 1.92 x 0.51 inches. Its 1000 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 4.9 hours of talk time, and up to 350 hours (14.5 days) of standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies.
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BlackBerry Bold 9000 BlackPhone
 Crafted from premium materials, inside and out, the BlackBerry Bold is designed to give business professionals and power users unprecedented functionality and performance in an intuitive design. View a demo of the Bold(opens in new window). |
Keep yourself on track for your next meeting with turn-by-turn directions via the AT&T Navigator service, which is powered by TeleNav and provides spoken or text-based turn-by-turn directions with automatic missed turn rerouting and a local business finder service in 20 countries. It also supports AT&T mobile music services and access to thousands of video clips via Cellular Video. Other features include a 2-megapixel camera/camcorder, Bluetooth for handsfree communication, 1 GB of internal memory with MicroSD expansion (up to 32 GB), multi-format audio/video playback, and up to 4.5 hours of talk time.
With 3G connectivity, you'll be able to access AT&T's Cellular Video (CV) service and the Internet while on the go. Cellular Video features content from CNN, The Weather Channel, iFilm, Comedy Central and exclusive premium content from HBO and much more. And you get access to AT&T Mobile Music, which enables you to buy tracks while on the, access the Napster and eMusic subscription music services, stream music video, discover what's playing with Music ID song-recognition software, and find out what's hot with The Buzz music news portal. (A MEdia Max subscription bundle is recommended for accessing AT&T's Internet, video, and music services.)
The included BlackBerry Desktop Manager software comes with Roxio Media Manager for BlackBerry, which includes new features that make it easier to organize multimedia content as well as manage music, videos and recorded Voice Notes between a computer and the smartphone. It also optimizes video files for smooth full-screen playback on the BlackBerry Bold smartphone's large display with support for full-screen and widescreen formats.
The Blackberry Bold also comes with free access to AT&T Wi-Fi Hotspots, available at more than 17,000 locations nationwide including Starbucks. The best part is that you do'nt need to sign up for anything new to use this service--Wi-Fi access for is included in all Blackberry Personal and Enterprise Rate Plans. (You must subscribe to a Blackberry Data Rate Plan to access AT&T Wi-Fi Hotspots.) Additionally, the Blackberry Bold is the first RIM device that supports AT&T Cellular Video (CV).
AT&T Service
This AT&T phone can handle high-speed data connectivity via AT&T's 3G mobile broadband data network, which is available in most major metropolitan areas. The AT&T 3G network uses the dual-band UMTS 850/1900 MHz network, and this phone is also compatible with 2100 MHz 3G networks (found in international territories). The AT&T 3G network provides download speeds ranging from 700 Kbps to 1.7 Mbps, and upload speeds ranging from 500 Kbps to 1.2 Mbps. This makes it possible to enjoy a variety of feature-rich wireless multimedia services, and it gives you the advantage of offering simultaneous voice and data services. (For use outside the United States, an AT&T international data plan is recommended.)
In areas where the 3G network is not available, you'll continue to receive service on the AT&T EDGE network, which offers availability in more than 13,000 US cities and along some 40,000 miles of major highways. Providing average data speeds between 75-135Kbps, it's fast enough to support a wide range of advanced data services, including video and music clips, full picture and video messaging, high-speed color Internet access, and email on the go. You'll also enjoy quad-band GSM connectivity, which allows you to make calls in more than 190 countries and access data applications in the more than 135 countries where AT&T offers international data roaming.
You can take advantage of the AT&T Navigator GPS software and service, a full-featured premium navigation application that includes audible turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic updates and re-routing options, and 3D moving maps (additional charges applicable). AT&T Navigator offers several other features to make your commute more enjoyable and reliable, including mobile access to Yellowpages.com. Additionally, AT&T Navigator is the only mobile phone-based GPS service that provides integrated speech recognition for address entry and points of interest search.
 The tri-band 3G Blackberry Bold also offers integrated Wi-Fi networking and GPS for turn-by-turn directions as well as a 2-megapixel camera/camcorder. |
The phone has a built-in web browser for MEdia Net downloads and mobile web browsing. AT&T's MEdia Net service enables you to receive and send emails, read news headlines, get weather updates, download games and ringtones, and more.
Phone Features
The elegant BlackBerry Bold smartphone features a lustrous black exterior, satin chrome-finished frame and stylish, leatherette backplate with a newly designed full QWERTY keyboard for exceptionally fast and easy typing and stunning half-VGA (480 x 320 at 217 ppi) color display that's fused to the undersurface of the lens, making images leap out with stunning definition and clarity. It also includes a trackball navigation system located on the top of the QWERTY keypad. The BlackBerry Bold also boasts a new acoustic design for enhanced phone listening quality and clarity and numerous premium phone features, including Speaker Independent Voice Recognition (SIVR) for Voice Activated Dialing (VAD).
The BlackBerry Bold smartphone's support for tri-band HSDPA and enterprise-grade Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g) networks and its next-generation 624 MHz mobile processor make short work of downloading email attachments, streaming video or rendering web pages. The BlackBerry Bold also includes 128 MB Flash memory plus 1 GB on-board storage memory, as well as a microSD/SDHC memory card slot that is conveniently accessible from a side door.
The Blackberry Bold delivers the legendary BlackBerry email experience. With BlackBerry service plans from AT&T, you can receive emails instantaneously from up to 10 email accounts (personal and enterprise). With BlackBerry push technology, you don't need to retrieve your email. BlackBerry devices are designed to remain on and continuously connected to the wireless network, allowing you to be discreetly notified as new email arrives. Support is also built-in for viewing email attachments (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, WordPerfect, and PDF formats).
If your company has a BlackBerry Enterprise Server installed, you can also take advantage of the power of wireless calendar synchronization. Your calendar events are exchanged wirelessly and automatically so that your desktop calendar and BlackBerry handheld calendar are synchronized. All your Outlook meeting requests, changes, and updates are instantaneously synchronized instantaneously with your desktop. Make meeting requests, invite new attendees and more, all on your Blackberry Bold. Users without BlackBerry Enterprise Server support can manually sync with their desktop calendars and contacts via Bluetooth or USB using the included BlackBerry Desktop Software.
You'll enjoy enhanced Internet browsing on the Blackberry Bold. The trackball mimics a mouse, making it easy to navigate sites in Page View or Column View or to zoom in on specific parts of a web page, while various emulation settings allow you to choose between the full desktop-style HTML content and layout or the mobile version. Attachments can also now be downloaded from within the browser and there is support for watching streaming videos (RTSP, real-time streaming protocol).
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Roxio Photosuite 9 LE is also included, allowing you to easily enhance pictures and create photo albums on your computer. In addition, the new BlackBerry Media Sync application allows you to sync your iTunes digital musical collections . The BlackBerry Bold also boasts a new acoustic design for enhanced phone listening quality and clarity and numerous premium phone features, including Speaker Independent Voice Recognition (SIVR) for Voice Activated Dialing (VAD).
Other features include:
- Works with BlackBerry Enterprise Server, which enables advanced security and IT administration within IBM Lotus Domino, Microsoft Exchange and Novel GroupWise environments, as well as BlackBerry Professional Software for small businesses
- 2-megapixel camera/camcorder with flash, 5x zoom, geo-tagging capabilities, white balance settings, and choice of three picture sizes
- Bluetooth 2.0, with support for hands-free headsets, stereo headsets, car kits (including car kits that adhere to the Bluetooth Remote SIM Access Profile) and other Bluetooth peripherals
- Push Button Setup for Wi-Fi networking, making it faster to connect to protected wireless networks that require a sign-on process
- Video format support: DivX 4, DivX 5/6 partially supported, XviD partially supported, H.263, H.264, WMV3
- Audio format support: .3gp, MP3, WMA9 (.wma/.asf), WMA9 Pro/WMA 10, MIDI, AMR-NB, Professional AAC/AAC+/eAAC+
- Polyphonic/MIDI ringtones
- Speakerphone
- 3.5mm stereo headset capable
Vital Statistics
The BlackBerry Bold weighs 4.8 ounces and measures 4.49 x 2.59 x 0.59 inches. Its 1500 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 4.5 hours of talk time, and up to 324 hours (13.5 days) of standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies as well as tri-band UMTS/HSDPA 3G networks (2100/1900/850 MHz).
Customer Reviews
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The FlagShip has launched! November 5, 2008
Reviewer: AreYouKidding?
I just upgraded from an Curve 8310 to the Bold. In fact, this is my 3rd BlackBerry, starting way back with the 8700. First thing to point out . . . the Bold is BIG. It's actually much larger than the 8310. In fact, it's really closer to the 8800-series in size. This isn't really a bad thing though. It feels comfortable in hand. The back appears to me made of real leather, although it's probably synthetic. I like the back because it adds some much-needed grip all while looking very classy. The keyboard is also very easy to use. There was very little learning curve needed going from the 8310 to the Bold.
What really makes the Bold "beautiful" is the HUGE screen. I thought the screen on my previous Curve was great. The screen on the Bold is twice the resolution (480x320 vs. 320x240). It is absolutely amazing. Not only is it stunning for movies and photos, it makes browsing the web and simply reading emails so much easier. You can fit significantly more information on the screen. The same auto-backlighting feature found on the Curve is also on the Bold. It senses the lighting conditions of the room and adjusts backlighting. I love this feature.
Much improved over the Curve is the multimedia software. Playing movies, viewing photos and listening to songs are very easy to do. The functionality rivals standalone media players. This application coupled with a big screen and a large MicroSD card, makes this a viable iPod Classic replacement. Like the 8310, the Bold also features a 3.5mm Stereo/Audio Jack built-in. This means no adapter is needed to use your own high quality headphones or earbuds.
Also like the Curve, it includes real GPS. This is awesome and in my opinion the best feature showing up in modern phones. The signal is acquired quickly and it is very accurate. Google Maps and BlackBerry Maps work perfectly with the built-in GPS. You can also pay a monthly fee for turn-by turn navigation via AT&T Navigator.
The biggest improvements for the Bold were actually listed in my Curve 8310's review as "Cons". BlackBerry added the much needed 3G (The Bold is MUCH faster than the Curve), Wi-fi, Video recording capabilities and FINALLY the external memory is accessible without removing the battery; via a small door on the side. It's like BlackBerry was listening to the customer's needs, maybe they read my review. :)
They hit this one out of the park.
Evolutionary upgrade whose main feature is a better screen November 9, 2008
Reviewer: Wayne Schulz "mas90 accounting software guru" (Glastonbury, CT USA) -
I've been using the new Blackberry Bold for three days. I'd previously used nearly all versions of Blackberry's since the old Inter@ctive early days of when these devices were sold mainly as pagers.
For the last year I've been relying primarily on the iPhone for my main phone. That's going to continue but I decided to pick up a Blackberry to see how things have changed and so I could compare the two devices for online reviews.
Here's what my initial reactions are:
First, yes the screen is brighter and bolder than any prior Blackberry.
Unfortunately that (and 3G speeds) is pretty much where the amazement stops with this Blackberry.
Applications on the Blackberry have the same Java-esque "write once run everywhere" old fashioned look to them. Most of the applications on Blackberry seem frozen in time. It's as if once they were done the developers stopped improving on them. Some of that is due to them being written in JAVA to take advantage of multiple device types -- making substantial upgrades difficult.
RIM still has not been able to match the App Store feature from Apple. Instead of having one central place to find applications for the Blackberry I have to browse the web, search through links on the device itself and finally be confronted with a fair number of applications that won't run on the Blackberry Bold.
The Blackberry Bold was delayed past prior rumored release dates. One of the reasons for the delay could have been due to RIM trying to build some type of App store (which is not included on this device). I think RIM is sorely missing a central place for Blackberry users to download applications.
Now on to where the Blackberry Bold nails the iPhone.
The Bold does push email on my GMAIL with minimal setup (type in your email, type in your password and Blackberry does all the setup).
The iPhone cannot get the whole concept of push email right and still offers what I consider to be consumer level email.
Blackberry Bold is a nice device with a pretty good camera. If you're primarily an email user - this is the device for you.
If you are interested in running a lot of different applications and an iTunes integrated media player, you'll be better served to look at an iPhone. (Note: Blackberry Bold media player can transfer songs from iTunes but it will only transfer NON-DRM music -- meaning anything you bought from iTunes with DRM won't transfer).
Preparing for a Showdown Against an iPhone Friend User November 16, 2008
Reviewer: Dr
After recieving my new Bold yesterday, I've put in quite a bit of time trying out the features. So far, it is easily the best phone I have experienced. This is my first Blackberry, and I switched from my previous Blackjack II wm 6.0 mostly because my work only supports blackberry enterprise service for email. I'd been told to get a blackberry two months ago, but waited for the bold because I didn't want to downgrade my personal features. With that in mind, I consider myself to bridge the gap between a business user and a personal entertainment user.
Of course the first thing to say is that the screen in gorgeous. The demo videos nicely show off the tightly packed pixels. But what I didn't know going into the purchase is how many little surprises were in store:
1) The media manager is straightforward and solid. I just popped in my previous 8gb microSD and it found all my .wma files without prompting. I can find the artist or song title I want by typing in the first few letters. Only negative is it hasn't yet located the album art put on the card by wmp.
2) The screen responds to ambient light by becoming brighter when it's bright, and dimmer with backlit keyboad in low light.
3) When you plug it in for charging, it automatically switches to a clock display mode, where you can also easily set the alarm, which is perfect for how I use my phone as my main alarm. You can also set it from here to bedside mode, which permantly displays the clock super dim, and turns off annoying notification leds.
4) Paired with my BT stereo headphones instantly. Found my home wifi network and logged on much easier than Vista.
5) Voice dialing works surprisingly well.
6) Very loud speaker for music playback with surprising quality.
7) Web browser still not as nice as iphone's, but nicer than pocket ie on windows mobile.
8) The new blackberry versions of gmail and google maps rock (I downloaded them). Maps provides fast and accurate gps location, and even includes streetview! Yahoo Go (my other main ap) however, does not yet support the Bold.
9) Users new to 3G will be surprised by how fast the battery can drain when using that connection. But the battery actually holds out on par with other 3G phones.
So, in reference to my subject showdown, I'm sure many reviews tell you that BB is for the business user and iphone for the entertainment buff. But my big beef with the iphone is the dumfounding decision they made to not support stereo bluetooth headsets, which in my opinion puts the Bold on top as a media device. What good is being able to flick through albums when your finger keeps getting caught on headphone wires? No doubt the iphone's browser is better, but the bold's is passable for a phone, and when you trade it for BB's renowned email service, I am incredibly pleased with my purchase.
The PDA I was waiting for November 11, 2008
Reviewer: J. T. Florence "bodacious bibliophile" (San Ramon, CA United States) -
This phone is awesome. Like a lot of people I had been stalking and reading up on this phone for quiet sometime. When it was finally released I had to have it. This is my first blackberry and I am officially a fan. Initially, the iphone was what I wanted, but when I tried to use the touchscreen with my acrylic nails (which by the way you can't) I decided to wait until something better came along. Enter the Blackberry bold. It's fabulous. Other online reviews have stated that this is the first Blackberry with more features geared toward everyday consumers rather than business users (which is exactly what I am). I wanted something that allowed me to keep in touch, get organized and be entertained on the go. The only thing the iphone wins hands down on is browsing online. If a site doesn't have a mobile application expect to give up in frustration. The side to side scrolling is annoying to say the least, I wish the text would wrap somehow. Even in column view it isn't an enjoyable process. The good thing for mac users, the online support forums are awesome. There are a lot of Blackberry fans doing amazing things and there are applications galore. I spent about a day adding things like Cram, and upgraded documents on the go - which allows pdf files to be read (something that should be included, but I won't complain much). I have been having trouble with pocket mac (minus a star for having to pay for pocket mac support - there was a lot of online discussion about problems and the need for an update and I had the hardest time trying to find the update - actually I never found it, I finally gave up walked away for a few hours, came back and everything was fine). The screen is nice, I am totally able to become engrossed in a movie. Mac fans and techies expect to spend a few hundred more dollars doing cool upgrades to your phone. It supports a 16 GB micro SD card, that will set you back about 100 (or wait until Christmas, bound to be a sale somewhere). Highly recommend Roxio 9 to get the media to your blackberry. You can move Tivo shows to your blackberry, remote access, streaming. You can't do a bluetooth transfer for data and that is a minus, even the Razr could do that. People kept saying the Blackberry is really intuitive, and it is, but if you are coming from a different phone, expect a learning curve similar to going from PC to Mac. Sit down, do the tutorial, read the book, google for tips and pointers. Things are in places, I never would have looked. (Of course that could be a bigger reflection of me than the phone). All in all, this is the only phone I was willing to go back under AT&T contract for. I am very glad I waited. Another minus for battery life, I need to charge my phone everyday, so spend some money and pick-up a spare battery.
My thoughts after owning a bold for 24 hours November 11, 2008
Reviewer: Joshua Willis (San Francisco, CA) -
Just so you know, this is coming from a 8310 curve (and an 8300 before that, and a pearl before that, and an 8800 before that, and a 8700c before that, and a 7290 before that and a 7280 before that...)
First impressions are good. It's a very nice looking device. Screen is, as a friend put it, "AMAZING" and the overall fit and finish is top notch (except for the back, but more on that later). The interface is redone, but still feels like a blackberry. The trackball feels the same as any other blackberry, and the keys remind me a lot of the 8800. I think I like the keys on the curve better, but then I think that's just a personal preference. It has a fair heft to it, but it isn't a brick and you get used to carrying it around in your pocket quickly. Impressions seem to vary on that though, as another friend commented on it being really light to her.
The radio holds onto a 3g signal quite well, but EDGE reception is no better or worse than my old curve. The Wi-fi radio is impressive though and will pick up and attach to very faint signals. The web broswer is a much needed improvement over the blackberries of old. While no iPhone browser, it's more than capable to access info on the go, and feels pretty snappy (for a smart phone at least). Call quality seems to be pretty good. I have no complaints about it so I suppose that's as good of a review on call quality as you can get. The speaker sounds impressively nice when listening to music and videos, and the media manager is much better. This could actually function as a decent media player. Activation and syncing both seem to be considerably faster as well.
My only real complaint so far is the cheesy back. It's covered in a horribly cheap pleather that just doesn't feel right. Luckily the back comes off easily and I'm sure that there will be a wealth of aftermarket backs with any covering that you could want in a matter of months.
So all in all, I'd say it's the best Blackberry by far. If you're used to using a blackberry the upgrade is a no brainier. For an e-mail device it's hands down the best one on the market at the moment. If you're a personal user and have no interest in e-mail or tactile buttons I think the iPhone might still be the way to go, but if you actually need to use your phone for business the Blackberry is still the king of the hill. In short, I'm pleased with the Bold, and I tend to hate everything.
Excellent Phone and Amazon November 23, 2008
Reviewer: Metamatt "Metamatt" (Florida) -
I highly recommend both the Blackberry Bold and getting it with service from Amazon. AT&T could not match the price and there was no trouble in setting it up with the instructions Amazon sent. After using the iPhone for two years I was tired of all the typing mistakes. The Storm was not for me. With the Bold I can keep up with emails and work on documents, etc. without all the errors of touch screen keyboards. Also iTune classical music sounds far better on the Bold than it did on the iPhone.
The Best Classic Blackberry and Possibly the Last One with a Real Keyboard November 20, 2008
Reviewer: A. Dent "Aragorn" (Minas Anor, GD) -
I've been using Blackberries since a blackberry was thought to be something you would find in a muffin. The 8800 was the one I was using until I was given the Bold and, up until then, I thought of it as the best Blackberry ever. Then, the Bold came and it is probably safe to state that the Bold is now the last and the best classic Blackberry ever because the Storm, lacking a physical keyboard, probably deserves its own class.
When the Bold and the 8800 are placed next to each other, what's striking is the similarities between the 2. The exact same size, similar keyboard, buttons placement, including the now familiar trackball. Even the ports are more or less the same, the same weight. Mine came with its own holster but I could have used the 8800's with the Bold.
Then, it's the display. The Bold is what it says it is: bright, clear, vivid. You see it and you now know that it's an evolutionary step up on the ladder. In addition, you get the camera that shoots both pictures and video and the ability to add more memory means that you scan store more video and more music if you want to use your Blackberry as an iPod lite. The operation seems to be a bit faster, the battery life is more or less the same, the quality of the speaker phone is better but, overall, it's your familiar Blackberry, having learned a few new tricks and with a bright face.
I am happy with the Bold because I am happy with Blackberries in general. I like the unlimited email and Internet browsing plan, the ability to use Wi-Fi when available and the security it provides. My Blackberry is tied into my company's email environment and it is now very much an extension of my office while I'm away. The Bold, with its high resolution screen and the same solid, functional build is a good tool, now with more 'fun' stuff (camera, video playing) added to it.
A Powerful Smart Phone That's a Pleasure to Use December 30, 2008
Reviewer: Eric M. Strauss "EMS Reviews" (NY, NY USA) -
A Powerful Smart Phone That's a Pleasure to Use
By ERIC M. STRAUSS
Dec. 18, 2008--
With the BlackBerry Bold, Research In Motion has refreshed its lineup of smart phones and released its spiffiest offering yet.
At $299, it's priced for the executive ready for an upgrade. But smart-phone users who get their hands on the Bold will not want to put it down. It's available in the United States for AT&T and will work anywhere in the world, including Europe and Asia.
You're Connected
It will be difficult to keep this device off-line. The Bold can connect to the speedy 3G (where available) and Wi-Fi networks. Combine this with its snappy upgraded processor (the 624 MHz mobile processor has twice the power of previous models) and streaming YouTube clips or updating your status on a customized Facebook application is an enjoyable experience.
The Bold has true built-in GPS with audible and visual directions, so getting from place to place becomes faster. And its upgraded operating system improves on the gripes of longtime Blackberry users.
It also one ups the iPhone and other power-hungry devices with a long battery life (a full day even while streaming video on the 3G network). And, with its comfortable keyboard that has a designated key for each letter, you'll never long for a touchscreen again.
Users will cruise around the screen with cut and paste, extensive menus and customizable shortcuts. For example, I programmed mine to translate the keystrokes of ++ as :-) and typing eee will reveal my full name, title, mailing address, e-mail address and phone numbers. Now that's a time saver.
Beauty Is Pleather Deep
The Bold's body looks and feels like quality. The plastic housing has been replaced with a durable aluminum case, a glassy front that doesn't smudge and a leather-looking backside that adds to the phone's posh feel and keeps the device from slipping out of your hands.
The star of the show is the redesigned interface and the bright display. Icons look classy with single images surrounded by rounded borders that match the overall rounded edges of the Bold itself. Text renders crisply and is easy on the eyes, especially when you hit your 100th e-mail of the day -- before coffee.
Multimedia Is King
As smart as it is, the Bold is still a phone and it produces great call quality. First-time users seem hesitant to put the body (the size of a deck of cards) up to their ear, but the wired stereo headset (included) allows you to rock out to your latest tunes and then seamlessly transfer over to take a phone call.
Stereo Bluetooth is also available if you purchase a wireless headset and you will be able to make phone calls or listen to music without the burden of a dangling cable (the latter a feature that would be welcomed on the iPhone, which blocks streaming music via Bluetooth). The speakerphone is surprisingly loud and clear for such a small device and the built-in camera and video camera make the Bold a real multimedia machine. Video looks great on the new screen but loading music and video is extremely burdensome. The included Roxio software is buggy and only available for the PC. A smart plug-in called Media Sync does match up nicely with an iTunes music library -- but, again, only for the PC.
Before manually dragging media onto the expansion card (MicroSD sold separately in sizes up to 16GB for around $30), users will need to convert the files for the proper screen size and compatible codecs. A process that will make most skip the process all together.
Overall, the Bold combines an elegant new look with multimedia features consumers are looking for and the same dependable e-mail delivery the wired world demands. The result is a rock solid device that is a pleasure to use and powerful enough to serve the most connected users.
Beware!!! February 27, 2009
Reviewer: Mauimom (Chevy Chase, MD USA) -
I purchased this item from Amazon because I was attracted by the low price. However, the "price" I paid in terms of hassle & passing-the-buck makes any elusive "savings" not worth it.
The Blackberry broke down within 30 days of its activation. However, this was more than 30 days after its shipment by Amazon. Thus Amazon refused to "cover" it (coverage only for FIRST 30 days); ATT (the carrier) refuses to cover it [no coverage until 30 days AFTER activation] and we're in a wasteland of no help.
Beware of this "good deal."
I almost got an iPhone but Bold won the smackdown November 28, 2008
Reviewer: A. D. Hill
I was brand new to the smartphone market and my primary reason was to get something that offered easy and reliable email. I asked around and everyone I knew has an iPhone. "They don't call it the Jesus phone for nothing" one friend said about the iPhone when I asked how he likes his. I did extensive research comparing the two, but I decided to go with the Bold for three reasons:
1) It supports "push" email with hotmail which is the terminology for automatic delivery so that as soon as an email arrives it immediately is viewable on your phone. "Fetch" is when the device checks the server every fifteen minutes. I forward my work email to my hotmail account and hotmail works seamlessly with the Bold via push method. With an iPhone I'd have to subscribe to MobileMe and forward my emails there if I wanted push email (at least that is how it was explained to me by a Mac rep when I called my local store.)
Here are two tips for Bold email:
Set up your email ONLINE and not through the phone itself- it did not work for me when I tried via the phone. AT&T will give you a url to manage your BlackBerry email accounts (and you can create a free email addy, too.) You can also edit your Bold email signatures online.
If you will use hotmail only the emails that go to your inbox will be viewable on your phone, but not junk or folders you created yourself. However, this is good! Personally I don't want to get every single email and have my phone constantly dinging, so I use the email filtering in my hotmail account to ensure I only get what I want on my device. Also, if you are on the road and want to check all folders, you can easily access hotmail via the web on your phone.
2) THE KEYPAD. I tried an iPhone in the store. Maybe I give "all thumbs" a new meaning, but when I attempted to type a sentence most of it was typos because if your finger so much as touches a key it types whereas with the Bold your fingers can touch other keys but only type when pressed. I asked iPhone users about this and they said "you get used to it." That didn't satisfy me. With keys so close together it seems like it would be too high maintenance. I love the ease of use of the Bold keys, and they light up from behind for easy viewing in dark places.
3) The video camera, which the iPhone does not have.
I don't want to give the impression that the Bold is just a workhorse- there are lots of toys! I live in Maine and we just hit 3G. When still on the Edge network I was able to view videos on YouTube but they were very pixilated and they kept "buffering." With 3G the visual and sound quality is really great! I can access mobile Facebook without any problems. As for general web surfing, you can enable java but you can't view flash sites, however this is true for the iPhone, too. There are preloaded games, a video camera and camera with a bright flash. Sound quality is good so you can load songs onto it from online or your desktop.
My only complaint about the Bold is the trackball while surfing the web- it is clumsy, even when I adjust the sensitivity levels! But it's not dreadful, just not smooth. However, the trackball works very well in general.
I did not get my Bold through amazon because I did not want to take the chance of having a problem and not being able to return it to a local store. I called and asked them if I was able, and they said I could, but when I called three of my local AT & T shops they said I'd have to go through amazon for any returns. Also, it wasn't clear from the verbiage on amazon that if I decided to cancel during the 30 day trial period if I would still have to pay that hefty $250 fee. I was willing to pay an extra $150 locally for the phone. However amazon is offering a great price, so it's what is most important to you.
I've had my Bold for two weeks and am very happy with it!
Samsung LN32B460 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV
Manufacturer's Review (April 23, 2009)
This 32-inch LCD HDTV sports a 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio that creates breathtaking images while a fast 6ms response time contributes to smoother-motion action scenes. It also features our classic black bezel with a new twist--the bottom bezel and neck are transparent, creating a more modern look. Wondering which LCD HDTV is perfect for your home? The answer is crystal clear. The LN32B460 has all the features you need in a size that fits every space.
Product Description
31.5" screen (measured diagonally) * widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio * high-gloss black finish * built-in digital (ATSC) and analog (NTSC) tuners for over-the-air TV broadcasts (antenna required) * built-in QAM cable TV tuner receives unscrambled programs without a set-top box (cable service required) * 1366 x 768 pixels *
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This 32-inch LCD HDTV sports a 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio that creates breathtaking images while a fast 6ms response time contributes to smoother-motion action scenes. It also features our classic black bezel with a new twist--the bottom bezel and neck are transparent, creating a more modern look. Wondering which LCD HDTV is perfect for your home? The answer is crystal clear. The LN32B460 has all the features you need in a size that fits every space.
 All the features you need in a size that fits every space. Click to enlarge. |
50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
Contrast and brightness levels achieve new heights in this LCD TV. Watch movies and shows come to life with enhanced details in very dark or bright scenes. Enjoy a more realistic, sharper picture quality that's sure to catch your eye.
Built-In Digital Tuner
All Samsung LCD HDTVs have an integrated digital tuner. So, whether you're watching over-the-air HD digital broadcasts or connecting to cable/satellite service, Samsung has got you covered.
Game Mode
Get in the game with enhanced blacks, sharp picture quality and optimum audio. At the touch of a button, game mode speeds up the image processing response so you get the most out of your gaming experience.
 Contrast and brightness levels achieve new heights with a 50,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. |
 A very fast 6ms response time virtually eliminates any blurring and gives you smooth-motion action scenes. |
6ms Response
One of the most important features for an LCD panel is the pixel response time. Response time refers to the amount of time it takes a pixel to "refresh" itself-to go from being active to being inactive, (ready to be re-activated). The lower the milliseconds, the faster the response time. A very fast 6ms response time virtually eliminates any blurring and gives you smooth-motion action scenes.
Wide Color Enhancer 2
Whereas blue and green shaded areas of the picture are washed out on conventional screens, wide color enhancer lets you experience more brilliant colors. Simply imagine a wider range of color than you ever thought possible.
ENERGY STAR Compliant
By being ENERGY STAR compliant you are assured that your SAMSUNG model is helping the environment by using less energy while saving you money. ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy promoting energy efficiency.
SRS TruSurround HD
Assisted by the LN32B460's two 10W bottom speakers, this creates an immersive, feature-rich surround sound experience from two speakers, complete with rich bass, high frequency detail and clear dialog.
What's in the Box
Samsung LN32B460 32-Inch 720p LCD HDTV, Remote control, TV stand, Cover bottom, Hardware, Owner's instructions, Warranty card, Safety guide manual, Cleaning cloth
Which Size HDTV is Right for My Room?
 With standard-definition TVs, the rule used to be that viewers would feel comfortable watching a set from a distance of 3 to 6 times the screen size in inches. With HDTV, the resolution is so much better that you can sit closer to a larger TV without noticing the pixels. So with HDTVs, the rule tends to be you can sit anywhere from 1.5 to 3 times the screen size (in inches) for the best experience. If you know the size of the room you have already, where you want to sit, and where your new HDTV should go once you get it, you can figure out the size HDTV you should get.
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31.5" screen (measured diagonally) * widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio * high-gloss black finish * built-in digital (ATSC) and analog (NTSC) tuners for over-the-air TV broadcasts (antenna required) * built-in QAM cable TV tuner receives unscrambled programs without a set-top box (cable service required) * 1366 x 768 pixels *
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