Blackberry Bold Goes On Sale Taday in the U.S.

After slight delays in October, the BlackBerry Bold has finally goes on sale in US, offered by AT&T. The BlackBerry Bold smartphone is available now for as low as $299.99. Unlimited corporate e-mail and data access via BlackBerry Enterprise Server or BlackBerry Professional Software are available from $45 a month when a qualified voice plan is also chosen. Voice plans start at $39.99 per month. BlackBerry Bold customers with unlimited data plans also qualify for free AT&T Wi-Fi service with more than 17,000 hot spots including Starbucks, Barnes & Noble and thousands of other locations.

“Election Day is all about choice, and the addition today of the BlackBerry Bold to AT&T’s industry-leading roster of smartphones gives AT&T customers yet another fantastic choice through which they can have a superior experience in accessing e-mail, making a phone call, browsing the Web or performing myriad other data functions,” said Jeff Bradley, senior vice president of Devices for AT&T’s wireless operation. “Quite simply, the BlackBerry Bold is the best BlackBerry smartphone ever, and it’s available from the world’s leading provider of BlackBerry services only to AT&T customers here in the U.S.”

The BlackBerry Bold comes pre-loaded with several popular applications including AT&T Navigator, CV (Cellular Video), YELLOWPAGES.COM Mobile and selections from AT&T Mobile Music service – XM Radio Mobile and MusicID. AT&T also provides customers with tens of thousands of uses for their BlackBerry Bold smartphone through content available in the AT&T MEdia Mall and from third-party partner sites.

The BlackBerry Bold smartphone features a lustrous black exterior, satin chrome-finished frame and a half-VGA (480 x 320 at 217 ppi) color display and a newly designed full QWERTY keyboard. On the inside, a powerful new 624 megahertz (MHz) mobile processor that provides impressive performance, more storage memory than ever before – 1 gigabyte (GB) on board and up to 16 GB via its microSD/SDHC expansion slot – and a rich set of multimedia capabilities, including a media player for music, videos and photos and a 2 megapixel camera with built-in flash, zoom and video recording, as well as an optimized Web-browsing experience with desktop-style depiction.

SlashGear has done an unboxing, hands-on and a review on the new BlackBerry Bold for AT&T, check them out if you are getting one!

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The BlackBerry® Storm™ 9530

The BlackBerry® Storm™ 9530 smartphone has the power and performance to drive your desires. Find out how you can connect to your world.Easy Touch Screen Navigation

The BlackBerry Storm 9530 smartphone features a SurePress™ touch screen—an innovative, pressable touch screen that allows fast-navigating and accurate typing.

With a SurePress touch screen, typing is easy—simply touch the screen to highlight a letter and then press down to make that letter appear in your message or document. A subtle click lets you know the letter has been entered.

The SurePress touch screen also makes navigation a breeze. Like a mouse, your fingertip becomes the cursor as you navigate from application to application. To open an application, press down on the screen.

• Get More Out of Your Day

The HSPA network and the BlackBerry Storm smartphone’s 528-MHz processor combine to support your need to multitask and prioritize without falling behind or out of touch. Designed to provide you with access to your voice and data services at the same time, it helps you get more out of every day.1

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  • Take phone calls while sending and responding to email or browsing the Internet
  • Maintain GPS-based directions or maps on your display even while taking a call
  • Snap the perfect picture and send it out even when you’re already on the phone
  • Discuss and revise Microsoft® Word, Microsoft Excel® and Microsoft® PowerPoint® files—edit while using the speakerphone2
• Flexible Communications

You don’t stay in touch with all the people in your life in the exact same way. Stay on top of what’s happening and be available to the people who need you with high-quality voice and text-based communications options, including:

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  • Wireless email for your personal/web-based and business accounts3
  • Advanced phone features such as voice activated dialing, conference calling, speakerphone and voicemail attachment playback4
  • Instant messaging and text messaging (SMS and MMS)3
  • Access to social networking sites like Facebook® and MySpace®3
• World Phone Edition

The BlackBerry Storm 9530 smartphone is designed to roam globally on UMTS/HSPA and quandband EDGE/GSM/GPRS networks. So you can travel around the world with mobile voice and data coverage, without having to change smartphones, phone numbers or email addresses.

• Camera and Video Recording

At 3.2 megapixels, you can take sharp, print-quality pictures using the BlackBerry Storm smartphone. You can also rely on the auto focus and auto flash to help you capture the moment.

And when an event can’t be captured in a single instant, use sound and action to tell part of the story with the video camera.5

• Multimedia

Whether you want to watch a video clip or tune out the rest of the world by listening to your favorite songs, your BlackBerry Storm smartphone delivers visual and sound quality that keeps up with your needs.

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  • 1 GB of built-in memory—add up to 16 GB more using microSD cards6
  • Sync your desktop iTunes® music files using BlackBerry® Media Sync7,8,9,10
  • Use Roxio® Media Manager to help create your own personal juke box
• GPS and BlackBerry Maps

The BlackBerry Storm smartphone features built-in Global Positioning System (GPS) capabilities. Designed to work with BlackBerry® Maps and other location-based software, use it to help determine where you are and how to get to where you need to be.3,11,12

 

Enjoy large, clear maps on the HVGA touch screen.

• Mobile Streaming

Stay in the know even when you’re on the go with access to the mobile versions of news, television and other media sites. Interested in a funny clip from YouTube or the incredible play from last night’s game? The built-in mobile streaming capabilities on the BlackBerry Storm smartphone are designed so that you can watch online clips like these or even listen to streamed music broadcasts.13

• Learn More
  • View the BlackBerry Storm smartphone specifications

1 Simultaneous voice and data connectivity is only available when the BlackBerry Storm smartphone is connected to a HSPA GSM network.
2 Requires activation with voice and data plan.
3 Requires activation with data plan.
4 Requires activation with voice plan.
5 Depending on the amount of built-in memory available for use, a third-party microSD card may need to be properly inserted into the BlackBerry Storm smartphone to enable the video recording feature. MicroSD cards may be sold separately.
6 The BlackBerry Storm smartphone accepts microSD cards of various sizes; the amount of storage is determined by card capacity. MicroSD cards may be sold separately.
7 For BlackBerry Media Sync to work your media enabled BlackBerry smartphone must be connected to your computer via a USB cable. Certain music files may not be supported by the media player, including incompatible file types and files that contain digital rights management technologies.
8 BlackBerry Media Sync is compatible with devices featuring BlackBerry Device software v4.2 or higher. Devices that do not feature built-in mass storage capabilities (significant amounts of on-board memory) will require a microSD card to be properly inserted. Please visit www.blackberry.com/mediasync/microSD for a list of devices requiring microSD cards.
9 BlackBerry Media Sync is compatible with 32-bit editions of Windows XP Service Pack 2 which can be used with iTunes version 7.0 or higher AND 32-bit editions of Windows Vista which can be used with iTunes version 7.2 or higher. Not compatible with Windows 2000 or MAC OS.
10 All applicable charges will still apply for the purchase of music from iTunes.
11 For details services and their coverage areas visit www.blackberry.com/maps.
12 Only available where BlackBerry Maps service is available.
13 The BlackBerry Storm smartphone is designed to access 3GPP RTSP mobile streaming websites. When the streaming functionality is accessed via the WAP Browser, significant, additional charges may apply. Check with your service provider for supported features and services.

Source (na.blackberry.com) Related post: nowadays. nowadays Info: Getting the first full touch screen BlackBerry smartphone? Crackberry has posted the BlackBerry Storm 9530 manual, you can download the 249 pages user manual first to know about the smartphone in detail! Click here to download the file (1.14 MB)

BlackBerry® Pearl™

BlackBerry® Pearl™ smartphones offer everything you’re looking for from a mobile phone, without sacrificing the full BlackBerry smartphone experience. They’re designed to help you do the things you have to do, and more of the things you want to do. 

Connect to everything you love in life with phone, camera, email, browser, instant messaging, multimedia and organizer – all in one small, very cool package.

Learn about the BlackBerry Pearl smartphone features:

The BlackBerry® Pearl™ smartphone is designed with you in mind. It looks and feels good in your hand, but still offers you everything you need for your life on the go.

Flexible Communications

 

 

You don’t stay in touch with all the people in your life in the exact same way. Even though they’re smaller than other BlackBerry® smartphones, BlackBerry Pearl Series smartphones can help you stay on top of what’s happening and contact the people in your life when you’ve got news. Discover all the ways you can stay in touch1:

• Email
• Advanced Phone Features
• Instant Messaging
• Social Networking

SureType Technology

 

 

SureType® technology combines an innovative keyboard layout with dynamic software to help you type quickly and accurately on a narrow, compact smartphone. It’s designed to learn your typing and word patterns so you can focus on getting the message out.

And, just for good measure, the BlackBerry Pearl 8220 smartphone even has a spell check feature.

• SureType

Camera and Video Recording

 

 

With the camera on a BlackBerry Pearl smartphone, you can be prepared to snap a pic of unexpected, important—or even embarrassing—moments.

Then you can share your pictures—in an email, picture message, or instant message chat.2,3 Or upload them to sites like Facebook® and Flickr™2.

And when an event can’t be captured in a single instant, use sound and action to tell the story with the video camera on your BlackBerry Pearl smartphone.4

• Camera and Video Recording
• Facebook® for BlackBerry® smartphones
• Flickr Photo Uploader for BlackBerry smartphones

Multimedia

 

 

Whether you want to watch a video clip or listen to your favorite songs, your BlackBerry Pearl smartphone delivers visual and sound quality that keeps up with your needs.

And with the BlackBerry® Pearl™ Flip 8220 smartphone, you can turn it on its side to enjoy videos in widescreen.5

You can even use BlackBerry® Media Sync to transfer desktop iTunes® music files to your smartphone.

Learn more about media on your BlackBerry Pearl smartphone:

• Media Player
• BlackBerry® Media Sync
• Roxio® Media Manager

GPS and BlackBerry Maps

 

 

Enjoy the convenience of carrying BlackBerry® Maps in your pocket. It’s designed to make it easier to find the location of businesses, restaurants, concert venues and more by allowing you to check maps and get driving directions quickly and conveniently.

Pinpoint where you are right now and where you need to be with GPS capabilities on the BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8110 smartphone and BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8130 smartphone.2,6 Get turn-by-turn navigation to help find your way.

• GPS Capabilities
• BlackBerry Maps

Wi-Fi

 

 

Imagine being able to check your email, shop online, make phone calls and stream video on your smartphone without being connected to your service provider’s cellular network.7,8 With the BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8120 smartphone and BlackBerry® Pearl™ Flip 8220 smartphone, you can do all of this and maybe even save a little money.

Whether you set up a wireless network at home or use a public hotspot, Wi-Fi® gives you access to all of your BlackBerry® services.

• Wi-Fi Support

Mobile Streaming

 

 

Connect to a Wi-Fi® network or use your BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8130 smartphone to access the mobile versions of news, television and other media sites.7,8 Interested in a funny clip from YouTube or the incredible play from last night’s game? Hit up a hotspot or connect to a wireless network and enjoy.

• Mobile Streaming and other Browser functions

Learn More

 

Flexible Communications

 

 

You don’t stay in touch with all the people in your life in the exact same way. Even though they’re smaller than other BlackBerry® smartphones, BlackBerry Pearl Series smartphones can help you stay on top of what’s happening and contact the people in your life when you’ve got news. Discover all the ways you can stay in touch1:

• Email
• Advanced Phone Features
• Instant Messaging
• Social Networking

SureType Technology

 

 

SureType® technology combines an innovative keyboard layout with dynamic software to help you type quickly and accurately on a narrow, compact smartphone. It’s designed to learn your typing and word patterns so you can focus on getting the message out.

And, just for good measure, the BlackBerry Pearl 8220 smartphone even has a spell check feature.

• SureType

Camera and Video Recording

 

 

With the camera on a BlackBerry Pearl smartphone, you can be prepared to snap a pic of unexpected, important—or even embarrassing—moments.

Then you can share your pictures—in an email, picture message, or instant message chat.2,3 Or upload them to sites like Facebook® and Flickr™2.

And when an event can’t be captured in a single instant, use sound and action to tell the story with the video camera on your BlackBerry Pearl smartphone.4

• Camera and Video Recording
• Facebook® for BlackBerry® smartphones
• Flickr Photo Uploader for BlackBerry smartphones

Multimedia

 

 

Whether you want to watch a video clip or listen to your favorite songs, your BlackBerry Pearl smartphone delivers visual and sound quality that keeps up with your needs.

And with the BlackBerry® Pearl™ Flip 8220 smartphone, you can turn it on its side to enjoy videos in widescreen.5

You can even use BlackBerry® Media Sync to transfer desktop iTunes® music files to your smartphone.

Learn more about media on your BlackBerry Pearl smartphone:

• Media Player
• BlackBerry® Media Sync
• Roxio® Media Manager

GPS and BlackBerry Maps

 

 

Enjoy the convenience of carrying BlackBerry® Maps in your pocket. It’s designed to make it easier to find the location of businesses, restaurants, concert venues and more by allowing you to check maps and get driving directions quickly and conveniently.

Pinpoint where you are right now and where you need to be with GPS capabilities on the BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8110 smartphone and BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8130 smartphone.2,6 Get turn-by-turn navigation to help find your way.

• GPS Capabilities
• BlackBerry Maps

Wi-Fi

 

 

Imagine being able to check your email, shop online, make phone calls and stream video on your smartphone without being connected to your service provider’s cellular network.7,8 With the BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8120 smartphone and BlackBerry® Pearl™ Flip 8220 smartphone, you can do all of this and maybe even save a little money.

Whether you set up a wireless network at home or use a public hotspot, Wi-Fi® gives you access to all of your BlackBerry® services.

• Wi-Fi Support

Mobile Streaming

 

 

Connect to a Wi-Fi® network or use your BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8130 smartphone to access the mobile versions of news, television and other media sites.7,8 Interested in a funny clip from YouTube or the incredible play from last night’s game? Hit up a hotspot or connect to a wireless network and enjoy.

• Mobile Streaming and other Browser functions

Learn More

 

 

• BlackBerry Pearl Specifications
• Where to Buy

1 Requires activation with voice and data plan.
2 Requires activation with data plan.
3 The ability to send pictures is not supported by all instant messaging programs. Check with your IM provider for supported features and services.
4 Video recording functionality is available on the BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8110 smartphone, BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8120 smartphone, BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8130 smartphone and BlackBerry® Pearl™ Flip 8220 smartphone. In order to record video clips a microSD card must be properly inserted into the BlackBerry smartphone.
5 Only videos loaded on to the BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 smartphone using Roxio Media Manager can be viewed in widescreen. All other videos will be displayed in portrait mode.
6 Only available where BlackBerry Maps service is available.
7 The BlackBerry Pearl 8120 smartphone and BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 smartphone support Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g. Not all BlackBerry plans support Wi-Fi access to BlackBerry services. Wi-Fi calls are made via UMA/GAN technology. Please check with your service provider for supported services and features.
8 The BlackBerry Pearl 8130, BlackBerry Pearl 8120 and BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 smartphones are designed to access 3GPP RTSP mobile streaming websites. Depending on your carrier, streaming may only be accessible via a Wi-Fi network connection. Check with your service provider for details.
Facebook is a trademark of Facebook, Inc. Yahoo! and Flickr are trademarks of Yahoo!, Inc. Wi-Fi is a trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. The iTunes trademark is property of Apple, Inc. iTunes is not endorsed by Research In Motion Limited. Roxio is a trademark of Sonic Solutions.

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