The Blackberry Curve 8900 offers a streamlined design with the email handling and other features Blackberry users are accustomed to.
Software Features
Full HTML browser including RSS Feed and YouTube support.
Hardware Features
Camera: 3.2 MP, Screen: 2.4 inch 480X360 touchscreen, Memory: 256 MG
Communications
Wifi, Bluetooth, GPS, GPRS, GSM, EDGE, Wi-Fi
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Product Description
| Updating the look of the Curve with a sleekly styled titanium finish, the BlackBerry Curve 8900 for AT&T 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) makes it easy to connect to a home or office wireless network, and if you select an unlimited data plan with the Curve 8900 you'll receive free AT&T Wi-Fi access at nearly 20,000 hotspots in the U.S.--including retail stores, restaurants and airports.
AT&T Service You can take advantagwhoe 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. You'll be able to access AT&T Mobile Music, which enables you to buy tracks while on the go, 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. 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.
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 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. 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.
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. Hands-free 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, hands-free 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 whom 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. 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. 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.
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Product Details
- Access all your email and messaging with the sleekest, lightest, thinnest full-QWERTY keyboard BlackBerry yet featuring a high-resolution 480 x 360-pixel LCD screen
- EDGE data connectivity; compatible with AT&T Navigator GPS turn-by-turn directions, AT&T Mobile Music
- 3.2-megapixel digital camera with flash and video capture; Bluetooth for handsfree communication and stereo music streaming; MicroSD memory expansion up to 16 GB
- Up to 5 hours of talk time, up to 360 hours (15 days) of standby time
- What's in the Box: handset, rechargeable battery, charger, USB cable, BlackBerry Desktop software, quick start guide, user manual
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Customer Reviews
 Non RIMM Consumer Changes Mind! |
| Review Date: May 31, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Always Samsung, New York, NY |
| Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R5G3W3T7TUMN2 I've been a long time AT&T costumer. I thought I could live without having an actual keyboard when it comes to texting, but after a week without my Sidekick Keyboard - I decided to ditch my Samsung Eternity for the Blackberry Curve 8900.
I was hesitant about purchasing this smart phone because I was never a fan of Blackberry's (RIMM). I had a BB during their initial boom in the early part of the new millennium. However, the poor browser, poor cell phone network, lackluster screen color, non desirable keyboard, awful battery life, whack OS, & lack of T9 predictive text just couldn't win me over. After I realized that I couldn't text on a touch screen phone, unless it was the iPhone. I decided that I must have a cell phone device with an actual qwerty keyboard, if I expect to survive my text message & email addiction. I picked up the Blackberry 8900 with my corporate discount and walked away with a nice high end phone at a very reasonable price. I have to say that I really enjoy the web browser on the new BB. You can zoom in & out with ease. I thought no browser could compare to the iPod Safari besides the Android G1, but after getting this device - I can safely say that this browser is also one of the best. Its right behind the safari and G1. Prior models were confined to small screens, thirty-five dollar internet only data plans, and no ability to zoom in or out. You were subjected to a small screen and reading small text till your eyes was squinting like grandmas. Pros: Big vibrant screen 3.5 MM headjack New OS Decent call quality (No issues yet) Excellent new broswer Mini SD up to 16GB (Wish it was 32GB) Use your songs as ringers Wi-Fi Personal Email (Up to 10 accounts can be added) IM Themes Applications (Coming on April 1st) My Favs Full HTML Web Browser (Sometimes) Excellent Multimedia Player (Accepts every format possible) Video & Camera (3.2 Megapixel as oppose to 2.0) Includes 2 chargers (Wall Charger & USB charger) Includes ear phones and leather carry case Cons: For long time BB users, this device is really just a cosmetic upgrade with a new OS (Flashier Icons) Micro USB (No more Mini USB) Non RIMM Consumer Changes Mind! For anyone who has wanted a BB but held off on getting one, this is the model to get. Everything about it is an upgrade. The device is basically the BB Bold with a different casing. The battery life could still use some more juice. With excessive email checking & non stop texting, the phone usually needs a charge after a day and a half of usage. I did set the brightness of the phone to the lowest brightness available and it has lasted for a little over 2 days with no charge needed. Even on the lowest brightness, the screen is still very bright, sharp, & crisp. And i still do unlimited texting & web browsing. However, AT&T doesn't offer the best mobile minute plans on earth & their data plan is probably one of themost expensive around. They are fully aware that their signal is one of the best & in doing so, make up for it by charging their non-friendly services at non-friendly prices, which usually doesn't offers an abundant amount of minutes, unlimited data, internet, email, text etc will end up costing you a lot! One complaint from other phone techs is the lack of 3G. Yes, i was disappointed that the device is only on EDGE & Wi-Fi, but if you have a 3G enabled phone with only 1 signal bar - The chances of having a 3G signal is pretty slim. The EDGE browser signal on this device is fine & works just fine. I havent encountered any issues & comparing it with a 3G phone - the thing almost runs at the same pace. NO major biggy at all! I have used the wi-fi a few times & i think its super fast on Wi-Fi. I pay under seventy bucks a month for a decent amount of mins & unlimited everything else. My friend has a similar plan on Verizon, its not unlimited, and her bill is always over a hundred each month. |
| First BB ever, BB n00B review!!! |
| Review Date: June 15, 2009 |
| Reviewer: eknal, New Hampshire |
| I've wanted a BB for about a month now, and after reading the reviews of this new curve 8900, I decided I'd wait until it came in stock on amazon. I was fortunate, it came in stock sooner than I thought it would! I've only had it for 5 days, but I can honestly say, its the most addicting piece of technology I've ever had... other than my PS3...lol.
The Qwerty keyboard is fantastic, I was a little slow the first day, but now can go crazy typing on it. The Browser is a lot faster than I was expecting, since this BB is not on AT&T's 3G, its on the EDGE service, and its very sufficient in my opinion! The best thing about the BB is that I can communicate like 10 different ways with other people, Call, Text, Email, One of many messengers, including googletalk, AIM, BB messenger, etc. I think thats like the best thing EVER. Sure, you can do that on any other pda, but its so simple on BB, and the alerts when you have an incoming messenger are fantastic. Every message alert has a seperate icon, so you know whether you have a new email, txt, or IM. All in all, I'm glad I purchased this BB and couldn't be happier. Of course, that will be until my first bill gets here, but what can you do! The only negatives I can think of are: The trackball - you can have some issues with it, if you're "Golden Tee Golfing" it like a mad man, of course its gonna have a slip-up. I've had only a few times when the trackball doesn't respond, but the next scroll over the trackball responds, and its all better. It isn't permanent or damaged, a minor glitch, understandable wear and tear, and not a real big problem for me... Phone calls in car - it might have been the other person on the line, but the call quality was blah, speaker phone was fine, but its unfair of me to post this, because all other calls have been great quality. UPDATE - I definately think it was the other persons phone, they had a sprint nextel, and were way out of range, and no other call has been that bad since! |
| I am so jazzed!!! |
| Review Date: July 16, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Missy, Indy |
| I've been waiting for AT&T to offer the curve 8900 and it was so worth the wait! It does everything the 8310 does but so much more. Email, text, video, camera, Wi-Fi, music, organize, and yes it has a phone too! I love bells and whistles and if you love em too then this is the blackberry for you. It does take a while to set up and tranfer all data from one blackberry to the new one but don't let it get to you. After the setting up is all done you will be pleased. 3G what? You don't know what your missing if you've never had it to miss, that's all I have to say about that. Go ahead and test drive the 8900, I promise you, you will not regret it! |
| Curve 8900 -- Best phone ever! |
| Review Date: September 12, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Jo Pfeffer, St. Louis, MO |
| After managing to burn up SIX Palm Centro phones in less than a year, I opted to replace the Centro with something else. I am a research fiend and did my homework. I knew what I didn't want -- a phone that had to be turned off to charge, or risk blowing out its operating system, like the Centro. I also knew I had to have a normal keypad on the phone; somewhat old school, but so am I. *grin* I had played with iPhones belonging to friends; didn't like them, so they were not an option for me. My research kept coming back to the BlackBerry phone, and I finally purchased my first BlackBerry -- the Curve 8900.
I was totally impressed with the phone when it arrived! Gorgeous, easy-to-read screen for these "not young" eyes of mine, and a keypad that I quickly learned to be comfortable with. There was a learning curve (oops! how Freudian!!!) in changing over from the Centro to the Curve, but that was quickly accomplished in just a few days. I also had to find and replace quite a bit of software that I had on the Centro, with equivalent apps for the Curve. That took more research, and I have mostly replaced the apps that were installed on the Centro. The plus on that is that prices were alot less expensive than buying apps for the Centro. I did have to make a trip to the AT&T store, to get my email set up on the Curve. The directions to do that were "less than illuminating", to say the least. Surprisingly, the rep at the store also took some time to determine how to get it done; once done though, haven't had any trouble since. I did purchase a skin called "InTheKnow-Slide-8900" so that I could slide the icons across the bottom of the screen instead of having them splattered all over the screen. Best $8 I ever spent! I've customized my sliding dock, and am very happy with it. I also spent the money to purchase on Otter Box for my BlackBerry. I dropped it on a concrete floor a couple of days after I got it, it hit just right and slid across the floor, and I immediately went online to purchase the Otter Box for it. Again, excellent money spent for protection. Shop around; the Otter Box can be purchased for considerably less than at the website. (Hint, hint...) Call quality is excellent; none of the problems that iPhone users are having with the AT&T network. It's superior to the Centro by a long shot. I have two Bluetooth headsets, one in the house and one in the car. Configuration was very easy, and either one will connect with no problems. The camera and video recorder in the Curve are excellent -- high quality pictures, and easily moved from the card to your computer with the Media Sync software from BlackBery, as well as any music that you want to carry with you. The sound is beyond excellent!!! I don't need the GPS; have a GPS unit that travels everywhere in the car, and it's paid for. Have yet to test out the Wi-Fi, but I don't doubt that it will work as well as everything else does on this phone. This is, above and beyond, the BEST phone I have ever had, and I highly recommend it! (Probably should have done this a long time ago, after I burned up the second Centro.) I'm a "dyed in the wool" BlackBerry person now. Many thanks to RIM for producing such an outstanding product, and to Amazon for carrying it!!! |
| Very capable smartphone |
| Review Date: September 18, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Harold Kanter, |
| I upgraded from a 2-year old Blackberry 8800. Great improvement!
PROS: Ergonomic factor- the 8900 is slimmer, and easier to type on. Screen has great resolution, too. Wi-Fi works well, automatically connects to wi-fi networks if you have programmed in any needed security keys. Voice clarity on both ends is great, unlike the problems I've heard with the tour 9630 (that's the main reason I didn't switch to Verizon for the Tour). Lots of bars in most areas, I ususally have the best cell phone reception of anyone around me. The new operating system has a browser which makes it much easier to view different parts of a web page and zoom in on certain areas. GREAT camera, very sharp pictures. Battery life is pretty good, lasts about 3 days with lots of e-mailing and 1 or 2 calls a day.Battery will drain very quickly though, if you accidentally leave power-hungry apps running in the background (make sure to hit "CLOSE", don't just return to the home screen). CONS: Unfortunately, I still find PDF attachments very difficult to read since it seems impossible to move left and right if you've zoomed in. Luckily I don't have to read many PDF's on the Blackberry. I have mixed results with watching you-tube videos. Usually works without a hitch, but once in a while they just won't run. Would definitely do it all over again. I was considering the I-Phone, but when it comes to my main requirement, which is e-mail, the Blackberry is a no-brainer! If you don't need to use a keyboard too much, or if you don't need the push e-mail, then the I-Phone is pretty slick. |
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