RIM Products

RIM BlackBerry 7100g
Positives: The slim and trim RIM BlackBerry 7100g features a bright display and a pseudo-QWERTY keypad in a slim and trim package. It also has Bluetooth, and it syncs with Microsoft Exchange, Lotus Notes, and BlackBerry servers. Negatives: The BlackBerry 7100g's modified keyboard takes some time to master, and the Bluetooth works only with wireless headsets. The 7100g also lacks a instant-messaging client, and Java apps are not downloadable. Facts: Cingular subscribers looking for on-the-go e-mail access in a slim, lightweight device will warm to the RIM BlackBerry 7100g--that is, if they're patient with the tricky keypad. Note: This product is part of the RIM BlackBerry 7100 series. . ... View Review

RIM BlackBerry 7100i
Positives: The RIM BlackBerry 7100i can deliver e-mail in real time from up to 10 corporate/personal accounts, and it supports Nextel's walkie-talkie services. The device also features a sharp screen, a speakerphone, integrated Bluetooth, and solid call quality. Negatives: The SureType keyboard on the RIM BlackBerry 7100i takes some acclimation, and the device uses a proprietary instant-messaging client. Facts: The RIM BlackBerry 7100i is a great all-in-one device for Nextel customers who want instant access to e-mail and voice calls. Note: This product is part of the RIM BlackBerry 7100 series. . ... View Review

RIM BlackBerry 7100t
Positives: The attractive and compact RIM BlackBerry 7100t is a world phone with extensive e-mail support, a vivid color display, a speakerphone, and an easy-to-use interface. Negatives: The downsides of the BlackBerry 7100t are its limited Bluetooth functionality, its lack of expandable memory, its mixed sound quality, and its awkward QWERTY-like keyboard. Facts: Though the BlackBerry 7100t is a great option for RIM newbies, we were hoping for more consumer-friendly functionality with the Bluetooth. Note: This product is part of the RIM BlackBerry 7100 series. . ... View Review

RIM BlackBerry 7130e (Alltel)
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RIM BlackBerry 7130e (Sprint)
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RIM BlackBerry 7130e (Verizon Wireless)
Positives: The sleek RIM BlackBerry 7130e boasts a bright, sharp display, a speakerphone, and integrated Bluetooth. The smart phone is also compatible with Microsoft Exchange, Lotus Notes, and BlackBerry servers, and it can access up to 10 POP3/IMAP e-mail accounts. Negatives: The SureType technology found on the RIM BlackBerry 7130e takes some practice, and it doesn't come equipped with an instant-messaging client. Facts: Despite a couple of shortcomings, the RIM BlackBerry 7130e offers Verizon Wireless customers a user-friendly smart phone with solid call quality. Note: This product is part of the RIM BlackBerry 7100 series. . ... View Review

RIM BlackBerry 7250
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RIM BlackBerry 7280
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RIM BlackBerry 7520
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RIM BlackBerry 8700c
Positives: The RIM BlackBerry 8700c benefits from an Intel processor and EDGE support, as well as a bright display, a full QWERTY keyboard, and a slim design. Negatives: To our disappointment, the RIM BlackBerry 8700c uses a proprietary instant-messaging client, and Bluetooth is limited to use with headsets and car kits. Facts: Armed with an Intel processor and EDGE support, the RIM BlackBerry 8700c offers mobile professionals a winning package of performance, productivity, and design. ... View Review

RIM BlackBerry 8700g
Positives: The RIM BlackBerry 8700g offers easy e-mail setup and adds support for popular instant-messaging clients. The quad-band 8700g also comes with an Intel processor, EDGE speeds, Bluetooth 2.0, a speakerphone, and a full QWERTY keyboard. Negatives: The BlackBerry 8700g's keyboard feels a bit cheap and slippery. Also, there are no expansion options, and we encountered some problems viewing PDFs on the device. Facts: The RIM BlackBerry 8700g offers T-Mobile consumer and business users a robust, user-friendly messaging device and cell phone with great performance. ... View Review

RIM BlackBerry 8703e (Sprint)
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RIM BlackBerry 8703e (Verizon Wireless)
Positives: The RIM BlackBerry 8703e is EV-DO capable and supports up to 10 e-mail accounts with real-time delivery. The 8703e also boasts a sharp screen, a full QWERTY keyboard, Bluetooth 2.0, and a speakerphone. Negatives: The RIM BlackBerry 8703e for Verizon does not include any instant-messaging clients and occasionally suffered from muffled call quality. Facts: Despite some spotty call quality, the RIM BlackBerry 8703e for Verizon Wireless is a great messaging device offering reliable e-mail delivery, a full QWERTY keyboard, a gorgeous screen, and EV-DO support. ... View Review

RIM BlackBerry 8800
Positives: Boasting a sleek and sexy design, the RIM BlackBerry 8800 offers integrated GPS, push-to-talk capabilities, and multimedia features. The quadband smart phone also has Bluetooth, push e-mail, a full QWERTY keyboard, and long talk-time battery life. Negatives: Unfortunately, the BlackBerry 8800 doesn't work on Cingular's 3G network nor does it have integrated Wi-Fi. Call quality was a little muffled, and the phone is quite wide and awkward to hold. The media player could also use some refinements, and instant messaging is limited to the BlackBerry Messenger client. Facts: Despite some minor issues, the RIM BlackBerry 8800 offers mobile professionals a well-rounded smart phone with added multimedia functions, GPS, and push-to-talk capabilities. That said, messaging remains its forte. Note: This product is part of the RIM BlackBerry 8800 series. . ... View Review

RIM BlackBerry 8830 (Verizon Wireless)
Today, Verizon Wireless and Research In Motion officially announced the BlackBerry 8830 World Edition, a dualmode smart phone designed for those who... Note: This product is part of the RIM BlackBerry 8800 series. . Note: This product is part of the RIM BlackBerry 8800 series. . ... View Review

RIM BlackBerry Pearl (Cingular)
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RIM BlackBerry Pearl (T-Mobile)
Positives: The RIM BlackBerry Pearl is the first BlackBerry to offer a 1.3-megapixel camera, music and video playback, expandable memory, and a mapping application. The supersleek phone also continues to offer superior push e-mail capabilities, EDGE support, and Bluetooth. Negatives: The RIM BlackBerry Pearl's microSD slot is inconveniently located behind the battery, and call quality was subpar in our tests. The phone's camera doesn't record video, and we wish there were external controls for the music player and integrated Wi-Fi. Facts: Though nothing revolutionary, the addition of multimedia features and the already solid e-mail capabilities make the RIM BlackBerry Pearl an attractive device for business users and consumers alike. Note: This product is part of the RIM BlackBerry Pearl series. . ... View Review

RIM BlackBerry Pearl Red (ATT)
Positives: The RIM BlackBerry Pearl is the first BlackBerry to offer a 1.3-megapixel camera, music and video playback, expandable memory, and a mapping application. The supersleek phone also continues to offer superior push e-mail capabilities, EDGE support, and Bluetooth. Negatives: The RIM BlackBerry Pearl's microSD slot is inconveniently located behind the battery, and call quality was subpar in our tests. We also wish there were external controls for the music player and integrated Wi-Fi. Facts: Though nothing revolutionary, the addition of multimedia features and the already solid e-mail capabilities make the RIM BlackBerry Pearl an attractive device for business users and consumers alike. Note: This product is part of the RIM BlackBerry Pearl series. . ... View Review

RIM BlackBerry Pearl White (T-Mobile)
Positives: The RIM BlackBerry Pearl is the first BlackBerry to offer a 1.3-megapixel camera, music and video playback, expandable memory, and a mapping application. The supersleek phone also continues to offer superior push e-mail capabilities, EDGE support, and Bluetooth. Negatives: The RIM BlackBerry Pearl's microSD slot is inconveniently located behind the battery, and call quality was subpar in our tests. The phone's camera doesn't record video, and we wish there were external controls for the music player and integrated Wi-Fi. Facts: Though nothing revolutionary, the addition of multimedia features and the already solid e-mail capabilities make the RIM BlackBerry Pearl an attractive device for business users and consumers alike. Note: This product is part of the RIM BlackBerry Pearl series. . ... View Review