Reviews:Blackberry Bold

# The BlackBerry Experience: No Compromises
With email, phone, IM and the Internet, it can connect you1. With an integrated organizer, it can help you stay on top of your day. With camera and video recording2, you can capture and share the moment with just a few clicks.
And that's just the beginning. Learn about these great features:
* Email
* Advanced Phone Features
* Instant Messaging
* Internet Browser
* Camera and Video Recording
* Wireless Modem

# Fast Performance
Do more - do it faster. The BlackBerry Bold smartphone was designed to take advantage of the speeds available on the HSDPA network1,3. Together, this high speed network and the 624-MHz processor help support your need to multitask and prioritize with access to your voice and data services at the same time.

# Multimedia
The fun goes with you. Enjoy premier image and video viewing, build playlists of your favorite songs and organize your media files. You can even use BlackBerry® Media Sync to transfer desktop iTunes® music files to your smartphone. The BlackBerry Bold smartphone delivers a wealth of entertainment. Learn more about media on your BlackBerry Bold smartphone:
* Media Player
* BlackBerry Media Sync
* Roxio Media Manager

# GPS and BlackBerry Maps
Know where you stand. With built-in GPS capabilities, and BlackBerry® Maps, you get turn-by-turn directions, so you can pinpoint where you are right now and where you need to be1,4. Learn more about finding your way:
* GPS Capabilities
* BlackBerry Maps

# Wi-Fi
Simple and straightforward. Lower your cellular costs and get service in areas where cellular network coverage may be limited or unavailable, with BlackBerry data services over Wi-Fi® networks.5
* Wi-Fi Support

# File Editing
With WordToGo and SlideshowToGo, you can work on Microsoft® Word and Microsoft® PowerPoint® slides while you're on the go.1,6 Copy and paste, adjust font formatting and more.7 The stunning LCD display makes working on the go an invaluable option.

# Mobile Streaming
The built-in mobile streaming capabilities on the BlackBerry Bold smartphone are designed so that you can watch online videos or listen to streamed music broadcasts.8 Access information and fun without using up the memory on your BlackBerry smartphone.
* Mobile Streaming and other Browser functions

# Brilliant Display
Color and clarity come to life. The screen of the BlackBerry Bold smartphone catches the eye and is designed to deliver color and clarity that exceed expectations. From the moment you turn it on, you'll be blown away by explicit color and quality.

# Power
With the BlackBerry Bold smartphone's long-lasting, removable battery, you've got the power to get things done, whether you're traveling, working away from the office or just on the go.

SPECIFICATIONS
Features Available
* Wireless email
* Organizer
* Browser
* Phone
* Camera (2.0 MP)
* Video Recording
* BlackBerry® Maps
* Media Player
* Built-in GPS
* Wi-Fi® Support
* Corporate data access
* SMS
* MMS

Size and Weight
* 4.48"/114mm (Length)
* 2.6"/66mm (Width)
* 0.59"/15mm (Depth)
* 4.8 oz/136g (Weight)

Data Input/Navigation
* Trackball
* QWERTY (Keyboard)
* Keyboard backlighting

Voice Input/Output
* 3.5mm stereo headset capable
* Integrated earpiece/ microphone
* Built-in speakerphone
* Mono/stereo headset, hands-free and serial port profiles supported (Bluetooth® technology)

Media Player
* Video format support: DivX 4, DivX 5/6 partially supported, XviD partially supported, H.263, H.264, WMV3
* Audio format support: .3gp, MP3, WMA9 (.wma/.asf), WMA9 Pro/WMA 10, MIDI, AMR-NB, Professional AAC/AAC+/eAAC+

Display
* Half VGA resolution 480 x 320 pixel color display
* Transmissive TFT LCD, supports over 65,000 colors
* Font size (user selectable)
* Backlighting
* Light sensing screen

Notification
* Polyphonic/MIDI ringtones
* 32 polyphonic ringtones - MIDI, SP-MDI, MP3, WAV
* Vibrate mode
* LED indicator

Approximate Battery Life
* Up to 13.5 days (Standby time)
* Up to 4.5 hours (Talk time)

Memory
* Expandable memory - support for microSD™ card
* 1GB On-board + 128 MB Flash

Modem
* RIM® wireless modem
* Tethered modem capability

Email Integrations
* Works with BlackBerry® Enterprise Server for Microsoft® Exchange
* Works with BlackBerry® Enterprise Server for IBM® Lotus® Domino®
* Works with BlackBerry® Enterprise Server for Novell® GroupWise®
* Integrates with an existing enterprise email account
* Integrates with existing personal email account
* Integrates with optional new device account

Accessories Included
* USB cable
* Wall charger

Device Security
* Password protection and keyboard lock
* Support for AES or Triple DES encryption when integrated with BlackBerry® Enterprise Server
* FIPS 140-2 Compliant (FIPS Validation In Progress)
* Optional support for S/MIME

Wireless Network
* Wi-Fi: 802.11a/b/g
* UMTS: 2100/1900/850 MHz
* North America: 850 MHz GSM/GPRS networks
* North America: 1900MHz GSM®/GPRS networks
* Europe/Asia Pacific: 1800MHz GSM/GPRS networks
* Europe/Asia Pacific: 900MHz GSM/GPRS networks
* EDGE networks
* HSDPA networks