Best seller BlackBerry Curve 8900 Javelin Unlocked Phone with 3.2 MP Camera, GPS
Navigation, Stereo Bluetooth, and MicroSD Slot--US Version with No
Warranty (Black) Review
Product Description
A sleek new twist on a classic style. You can keep your finger on the
pulse of what’s important to you with the BlackBerry Curve 8900
smartphone. The striking 480x360-pixel screen offers up crisp on -
the-go video, images, text, maps and more. With a refined design, the
BlackBerry Curve 8900 smartphone is an easy-to-use device that delivers
expanded functionality and reliable results. Balance work, life and
everything in between with the BlackBerry Curve 8900 smartphone.Move
your mouse over the glowing hotspots to the left to discover the great
features of the BlackBerry Curve 8900 smartphone.When you need help
finding your way - or the nearest coffee shop-use the built-in GPS. It’s
designed to work with BlackBerry Maps and other location - based
software, to help you figure out where you are and how to get to where
you need to be. Use a Wi-Fi network to check email, shop online, stream
videos and music or even make phone calls.6,7. Wireless home networks
and public hotspots can give you access to all of your BlackBerry
services.Setting up Wi-Fi networks on the BlackBerry Curve 8900
smartphone is easy and switching back and forth from your carrier
service can be seamless.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #1627 in Cell Phone Accessories
- Color: Black
- Brand: BlackBerry
- Model: BlackBerry Curve 8900 Javelin
- Dimensions: 4.30" h x
2.36" w x
.53" l,
.24 pounds
Features
- This unlocked cell phone is compatible with GSM carriers like
AT&T and T-Mobile. Not all carrier features may be supported. It
will not work with CDMA carriers like Verizon Wireless, Alltel and
Sprint.
- Unlocked Quad-band cell phone compatible with 850/900/1800/1900 GSM plus GPRS/EDGE data capabilities
- Access all your email and messaging with the sleekest, lightest,
thinnest full-QWERTY keyboard BlackBerry yet featuring a high-resolution
480 x 320 pixel LCD screen
- Wi-Fi connectivity for Web browsing; GPS for turn-by-turn directions
using BlackBerry Maps; 3.2-megapixel digital camera; Bluetooth stereo
music; MicroSD expansion to 16 GB
- Up to 5.5 hours of talk time, up to 356 hours (15 days) of standby time
Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com Product Description
Updating the look of the Curve with a sleekly styled titanium finish,
the BlackBerry Curve 8900 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, while the built-in GPS
supports location-based services including turn-by-turn navigation.
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. |
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.
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) as well as
EDGE data connectivity. It does not come with a SIM card, and it
requires that you provide a SIM card for usage with your selected
service provider.
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.
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.
The
Curve 8900 includes Wi-Fi connectivity, Bluetooth stereo music
streaming, GPS navigation capabilities, MicroSD expansion to 16 GB, and
more. |
Capture high-resolution photos and videos with the 3.2-megapixel camera on the back. |
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. 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.
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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 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.
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.
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.
What's in the Box Handset, battery, micro USB cable, travel charger, RIM documentation
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
121 of 126 people found the following review helpful.
The smallest, lightest, and best Blackberry around.
By Tarun Chachra
HI All.
I have used a blackberry for over 10 years now...give
or take. I have always been impressed by the devices they have created
in the past and the current line of devices. Since I like to be on the
bleeding edge of tech, I just had to get a 8900.
Most of you know
by now what the new feature sets are of blackberries that are out
today. The bold, the storm, and now this one The JAVELIN.
I wont go into too much detail but I will give you my quick run down.
The
Javelin is perhaps the thinnest, lightest, small footprint blackberry
that I have ever used. It sports a great look and the feel to the hands
is awesome. It is after all the curve II. Screen comparison to the bold
is that this unit has a higher resolution then the bold but a smaller
physical screen. The higher resolution definitely adds some clarity to
the screen...but it should be duly noted that the BOLD's screen is also
beautiful. Yes I own both.
The Javelin is a EDGE/Wi-FI
device...it does not have 3G capabilities. Technically you only need 3G
if you want to be on the phone and receive/send emails at the same time
when using your mobile connections...I personally have never needed that
functionality. However, please note that if you are connected to WI-FI
you are able to be on a telephone call and receive/send email etc over
wi-fi....works perfectly.
The Javelin has a new processor which
makes the device FLY. Yes the processor is slower then the one in the
Bold, but one can hardly tell the difference....I have used both for
weeks...and I can honestly say you will not notice the speed difference.
I
have a 8gb MicroSD card installed in the device and use the software
available from blackberry to synchronize all of my DRM free music from
iTunes to the Blackberry. A must buy if you want to carry one device
that does it all. Amazon has great prices on micro-sd cards.....
Here are what I consider to be the best features on the Javelin:
1.
AUTOFOCUS 3.2mp Camera - It is AWESOME. Picture taking, due to focus,
is a bit slower....however, the clarity and quality of the picture make
it all worthwhile.
2. FOOTPRINT - Great looking device with a great size.
3. High Resolution screen - Awesome clarity....
4.
The functionality of a blackberry has always been a pro..and this one
makes it better with a faster processor and more zippy feel.
The three BAD things:
1.
The speaker on this thing is so TINNY....that it hurts my ears with
certain tones.....there is NO bass what so ever. That is to be expected
in a device this small....so maybe some new tones need to be tested out.
2.
Micro-USB - Why take something like mini-usb and replace it with
something new. Now I have to get all new chargers, travel chargers,
etc.... Upsetting but bareable.
3. The holster in the BOX is
simply a pleather pouch of sorts...no belt clip etc... You will need to
buy an aftermarket leather/plastic holster if you wish to attach to your
belt. Not a deal breaker...but should be mentioned.
I am posting some images for your review also.
Overall this is a great 5 Star Device.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful.
Great PDA, messager, and best of all a great phone
By L. Witherill
Pros: Reception and call quality!, interface, beautiful screen,
syncs with Mac, keyboard, terrific sound on media player, decent camera,
and intuitive user interface.
Cons: Battery life could be
better, can be slow at times with multiple applications open, the Mac
syncing software from Blackberry is finicky though it eventually works,
no 3G network support :(
Summary: This phone is wonderful. My
last two smartphones were Windows Mobile and this Blackberry completely
blows them out of the water. The interface is wonderful and the OS is
really reliable. I put battery life under cons, though it gets about
forty hours with one charge on heavy text, email, internet, and phone
usage, so this is really a minor complaint.
All in all I love
this device. Compared to my girlfriend's previous gen Blackberry, this
little gadget is a beauty and a top performer. Keyboard is about the
same, but the 8900 wins in just about every other category: build,
reception, screen, interface, camera.
Versus the Bold
I
ultimately chose this over the Bold for a few reasons: keyboard, form
factor, price tag, and screen. The Bold's edge over the Curve 8900 is
its support for 3G, though I find browsing the internet on a phone
painful so it had no impact on my decision. I prefer the smaller size of
the Curve 8900 too, and it feels like it's built better than the Bold.
Versus the iPhone
I'm
a Mac user, though I chose a Blackberry. Why? First of all, I already
own an iPod Touch so I'm familiar with the interface of the iPhone and I
can tell you how frustrating it is to type on the screen! I wanted the
full physical keyboard interface, and with the growing Blackberry app
store it is quickly gaining ground on the iPhones flexibility. I find
the trackball quick and I make less errors with it than on the touch
interface. Of course, the touchscreen has its perks, but I find that I
don't miss it here. I also wanted to avoid the iPhone's lackluster
battery, and I'm happy I did because the Blackberry easily lasts a full
day and the next without a charge. I also know that iPhone's don't get
the greatest reception, and this 8900 gets the best reception of any
cell phone I've owned (which is probably at about ten total phones over
the years).
Conclusion:
This is a great phone. I highly
recommend it. I did a lot of research before making this decision and am
very happy I settled on the Curve 8900.
27 of 29 people found the following review helpful.
My 8900
By Manuel Escobar
I bought my 8900 in February when it first came out and I am so
delighted with it. Never before have I been so happy with a phone
because it can do so much. I used to carry a palm and a cell.... no
longer! The 8900 has everything I need: Internet, instant email, text
messages, phone, games, camera, documents, etc, etc, it is wonderful!
Very happy and still excited about it.
Too see the price
You'd expect the BlackBerry Storm smartphone to be able to send and
receive emails, from various accounts. It's a BlackBerry smartphone
after all. But it has so much more to give. Take its soft-touch screen,
which responds to your fingertip commands, its 3.25" high-resolution
display that brings pictures to life and its 3G connection that will
have you browsing the internet at super-fast speeds. With a BlackBerry
Storm smartphone you get: High-resolution soft-touch screen The first
thing you'll notice with the BlackBerry Storm smartphone is its huge
3.25" high-resolution screen (480 X 360 pixels). Turn it on and it
bursts into color - 65,000 colors to be precise. The wide-screen display
gives you crystal clarity even when you're outdoors. When you touch the
screen you'll notice it's soft under your fingertips. Just swipe over
it and press down to make things happen.
Good Product For The Price
ACTIVATION REQUIRED, WEAK BATTERY, LOUSY CUSTOMER SERVICE and more!!!
Disapointment
