The blackberry curve available on TMobile Cell Phones was officially released on 11th February, 2009 in USA. T-Mobile Blackberry Cell Phones were previously thought to become a part of the 9000 series of the brand but, however at release it featured in the 8900 series mainly due to the fact of the lack of 3G. The cellular phone officially identified as the BlackBerry Curve 8900 is a Quad band EDGE/SM mobile phone. According to the experts the cell phone is a successor of BlackBerry Curve 8300 with improvements in almost each and every aspect. The cellular phone is not only smaller when compared with its counterpart but is also loaded with a much better camera. Higher resolution display, smaller keyboard, various USB ports, superior atomic trackball, larger internal memory are a few of the functions providing an edge to the phone.
Features: This latest offering surely presents the customers with an edge when it comes to emails. The desktop redirect software can be used for setting up the two work and personal accounts. The device can be easily hooked with a BlackBerry server or can be simply used for creating as many as ten accounts through the online services. Let’s move forward to some of the other features other than the email dedicated heart. The music player can handle file formats like AAC and MP3 while the video player is compatible with the two Xvid and DivX files. Both the music and video player are competent enough to set playlists or shuffle tracks. The small yet powerful display provides a lively and brighter picture as far as video quality is concerned.
Camera: The 3.2 Megapixel camera of the cell phone has been a case of worry for most of its users. The camera as reported showcases really low resolution thus, making it only suitable for MMS messages and little prints. The camera can be used for capturing both still and video shots while the users have a choice of employing the LED flashlight in dull atmosphere.
Design: Bringing together the designing characteristics of both BlackBerry 9000 and BlackBerry Curve 8310, 8900 is a much compactor and attractive cellular phone. Sliding down comfortably in the pocket, the dimension of the cell phone is neither too major nor too little. The unique pattern has quickly made the phone common amongst the two the businessmen and teenagers. The display is little, yet powerful and will definitely surprise with its bright and lively colors. On the other hand the QWERTY keyboard of the device offers a really simple and reliable typing experience. 8900 also features a trackball incredibly useful for scrolling through internet sites, emails and other functional areas.
Performance: The mobile phone comes along a effective battery which can last for 2 days even after normal usage. Most of the users reported the call quality being a little fuzzy, with lower level of volume during calls. Although the loudspeaker is big and loud but, definitely sounds tinny when tuned too high. On the other hand the interface of the mobile was quite fast without any lag while running application or switching between various sections of the menu. Although, 8900 is well designed and equipped with great functions, for most of the lack of 3G support was a point of disappointment.
