LG GU295 Phone (AT&T) Review

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(More customer reviews)I got new LG GU 295 phone Oct. 2010. The first one would go to sleep/hibernate randomly and would not turn back on until the battery was taken out, replaced, and then it could be turned on. Because it happened at random, it was annoying. I finally got a replacement, after dealing with it for a while and not knowing what was going on with it. I finally called AT&T customer service and warranty dept, which are o.k. and nice, helpful; apparently they all use the same scripts; I have talked to them several times in past few days) and got a refurbished phone at local AT&T warranty center last week, and found out a couple of days later that it would not ring or vibrate with incoming calls. I went to an AT&T warranty center in a different state, (I had to go out-of-town for a couple of days) and all that center did was give me a new simm card and told me that AT&T was in process of going from 3-G to 4-G and that hearing my incoming calls would be sporadic. Well, the phone still does not ring and the local AT&T customers I talked to said their service is perfect. Hmmmmm. Interesting that AT&T customer service and warranty exchange center can make it ring, but no other incoming calls can. Sigh. So, I am writing this and will contact customer chat copy and paste it into the chat window. I still had to call them and they are sending me a replacement phone via mail. Other things I do not like about the phone is that when you have it locked, it does not stay locked, and sometimes I pull it out of its carrying case, on the internet or in other functions that cost money, and I am charged, and do not know how long I may have been there because there is no beep or tone to let you know that the lock is off. I do not use phone to surf web, download apps or music, and it is sort of o.k. for texting. To keep it from accessing internet I have to dig down into a menu option and set the phone there when I put it back into my pocket or into it's case. This is the first slider phone I have had and I do not like it. A BIG ISSUE WITH DESIGN is that it is its RAISED NAVIGATION HUB, you know, right, left, up, down arrows and O.K. in center. It is very easy to slip off key and accidentally navigate away from a text message, or in the middle of adding a contacts info, or activate a pay per app. A flatter or squarer style would be more user friendly to my way of thinking. I really liked the Motorola flip that I had been using. So, buyer beware that the LG GU 295 has some manufacturing flaws and quirks that are problematic.

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Instantly contact co-workers and family members with the LG GU295 for AT&T, which provides Push to Talk (PTT) capabilities that enables you to speak with up to 7 people simultaneously. This sleek slider phone also offers excellent social networking connectivity, with access to sites like Facebook, Twitter, and MySpace via the AT&T Social Net application.

Enabled for use on AT&T's lightning quick HSPDA 3G network, you'll be able to easily access the Internet as well as quickly download video, music and more. Additionally, with AT&T's 3G network, you can make a call while simultaneously receiving picture/text messages and e-mail or viewing Web pages. This GPS-enabled phone can access the AT&T Navigator service for turn-by-turn directions as well as its Video Share service, which enables you to send video of yourself to another compatible phone while making a voice call. See more details on optional AT&T services below.

With the free AT&T Address Book service, you can sync your contacts to an online address book, enabling you to access and manage your mobile contacts from your handset--or your PC. From the online interface, you can import contacts from other Web-based address books, such as personal e-mail accounts, as well as send text messages to your contacts' mobile numbers.

Other features include a 1.3-megapixel camera/camcorder, Bluetooth for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, memory expansion via optional microSD memory cards (up to 16 GB in size), a Web browser, access to personal e-mail and instant messaging services, and up to 6 hours of talk time.


Key Features
Fast 3G connectivity via AT&T's HSDPA/UMTS network (850/1900 MHz bands; 3.6 Mbps speeds with network availability).
Push to Talk (PTT) capabilities with large external speakers (additional subscription required). Push to Talk gives you the ability to pull an entire work group into a wireless call from a PTT session (learn more below)
GPS navigation capabilities via AT&T Navigator service includes audible turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic updates, and re-routing options.
2-inch screen (176 x 220 pixels; 262K color depth)
Slider phone reveals standard alpha-numeric keypad
1.3-megapixel camera/camcorder with 2x digital zoom
Music player compatible with MP3, WMA, and AAC/AAC+
Bluetooth connectivity (version 2.1) includes profiles for communication headset, hands-free car kits, and the A2DP Bluetooth profile--enabling you to wirelessly stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones or speaker dock.
Memory expansion via microSD card slot with support for optional cards up to 16 GB.
Full messaging capabilities including SMS text, MMS picture and IM instant messaging (via popular services including AOL, Yahoo!, and Windows Live).
Access to personal e-mail (AOL, Gmail, Yahoo!, and Windows Live)
AT&T Social Net social networking app enables you to view and manage all your social networking connections and updates from Facebook, MySpace, and Twitter.
Organizer tools including calendar, alarm, tasks, calculator, notepad, stopwatch, and unit converter
Airplane mode allows you to listen to music while the cellular connectivity is turned off.

Vital Statistics
The LG GU295 weighs 3.71 ounces and measures 3.92 x 1.85 x 0.64 inches. Its 900 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 6 hours of talk time, and up to 504 hours (21 days) of standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies as well as AT&T's dual-band 3G network (850/1900 MHz; HSDPA/UMTS).

What's in the Box
LG GU295 handset, rechargeable battery, charger, quick start guide, user manual


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Samsung Gravity 2 T469 Phone, Berry Mauve (T-Mobile) Review

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(More customer reviews)After looking at phones for almost two months, i picked up this phone for the following reasons:
- It is a voice-first phone, so there are no manditory data plans or add-ons
- It is the smartest non "smart" phone that you can get. it has fast nice 3g internet with functional browser, but you don't have to buy a smartphone internet plan to use it. I pay 10 bucks a month for unlimited internet that gets me any full html website just great.
- the slideout keyboard doesn't make the phone too fat and is perfect for writing emails. (emails are included in the text plan with this phone, you don't have to subscribe separately like with smart phones.
- good call clarity, though you do need to have the volume just right.
- expandable memory and great quality camera to fill it up.
the cons:
- as with all samsung phones, you can't change the menu buttons for quick access.
I would recommend this phone if you are looking for something inexpensive that can do most simple browsing and emailing functions as well as a smart phone but want something slim and easy.

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Thinner and sleeker than its predecessor, the Samsung Gravity 2 for T-Mobile also includes an improved slide-out QWERTY keyboard, 3G cellular connectivity, GPS location capabilities, and a higher megapixel camera/camcorder. A great choice for heavy texters, the Gravity 2's slide-out keyboard makes it easy to send SMS text messages and e-mail as well as keep up with your chat buddies on popular IM services. Enabled for T-Mobile's expanding high-speed 3G network, the Gravity 2 offers fast data delivery and an enhanced Web-browsing experience that lets you connect quickly to social networking sites.
This GPS-enabled phone comes with a 14-day trial of the TeleNav navigation service, which provides real-time location on maps, turn-by-turn driving directions, and more (monthly subscription required after trial expires). Other features include a 2-megapixel camera for still photos and video capture, Bluetooth for both hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, microSD memory expansion (up to 16 GB), digital audio player, personal organizing tools, and up to 5.5 hours of talk time.

Key Features
Fast 3G connectivity via T-Mobile's HSDPA/UMTS network (1700/2100 MHz bands, UMTS/HSDPA; see more about T-Mobile's 3G service below)
Quad-band GSM phone for good global voice connectivity (850/900/1800/1900 MHz bands)
Built-in GPS provides real-time location on maps, driving directions, and more (monthly subscription required).
Full QWERTY keyboard that slides out from the left side of the phone, complemented by standard alpha-numeric keypad and navigation keys on the phone's face. (Learn more)

Brightly colorful LCD screen with auto-rotation (240 x 320 pixels, 262K colors) that flips orientation from portrait to landscape when you slide open the keyboard.
2-megapixel camera/camcorder for high-quality still prints and on-the-go videos that can be sent via MMS messaging. (Learn more)
Digital media player compatible with a good variety of audio (MP3, AAC/AAC+) and video (MPEG4, H.263, H.264, 3GPP) formats
Bluetooth 2.0 connectivity with stereo music streaming (A2DP) capabilities as well as hands-free headsets and car kits. (Learn more)
Memory expansion via microSD card slot with support for optional cards up to 16 GB. The phone has an internal 40 MB memory.
Full messaging capabilities including SMS text, MMS picture/video and IM instant messaging (via popular services including AOL, Yahoo!, Windows Live Messenger, and Google Talk)
Audio Postcard featureallows you to add a personalized message to a photo before sending it to friends and family using multimedia messaging (MMS)
Personal e-mail with support for AOL, Yahoo! and Gmail
Organizer tools including calendar, alarm, tasks, memo, calculator, world clock, converter, timer, and stopwatch
Download HiFi Ringers, MegaTones and wallpapers to customize your phone with sounds and voices from your favorite artists, instrumental versions of songs as well as cool graphics.
Web browser with RSS feeds
Phonebook stores up to 1000 entries with room in each entry for 4 numbers, 4 e-mail addresses, 3 IM handles, street address, URL and note
Included and downloadable games
Speaker phone for easy hands-free communication
Voice dialing enables you to call someone with simple voice commands to keep your hands free for activities like driving.

Vital Statistics The Samsung Gravity 2 weighs 4.4 ounces and measures 4.49 x 2.05 x 0.59 inches. Its 1000 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 5.5 hours of talk time, and up to 300 hours (12.5 days) of standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies, as well as T-Mobile's 3G network (1700/2100 MHz).


T-Mobile Services
High-speed data connectivity via T-Mobile's 3G network: In addition to its quad-band GSM connectivity, this phone is also compatible with T-Mobile's UMTS/HSDPA 3G network, which operates on the 1700/2100 MHz AWS spectrum. This phone is designed to automatically connect to the best available network (3G or GSM/GPRS/EDGE) to provide faster data speeds when accessing the Web or downloading content from the T-Mobile Web2go content portal. T-Mobile is currently rolling out its 3G network, and it expects by year's end that its high-speed data network will be available in those cities where a majority of its subscribers currently use data services.
In areas where the 3G network is not available, you'll continue to receive service on the via T-Mobile's EDGE network (which stands for "Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution"). This high-speed, mobile data and Internet access technology is fast enough to support a wide range of advanced data services (with average data speeds between 75-135Kbps), including full picture and video messaging, high-speed color Internet access, and e-mail on the go.
While this phone is optimized for use with T-Mobile's high-speed 3G network, many of its functions will also work well on the moderate-speed EDGE network. If you plan to access the Internet extensively on your phone, 3G network coverage may serve you best.
Activities that work well on EDGE or 3G networks:
Email, instant messaging, and texting
Downloading ringtones, CallerTunes, wallpaper, light data files
Sending photographs via e-mail or picture messaging
Activities that work best on a 3G network:
Viewing content-heavy websites (lots of images or videos playing)
Viewing YouTube and other video files (they will play on EDGE, but require loading time)
Uploading large files (photos, videos, presentations) to sharing websites
Downloading large files from an e-mail or a website


T-Mobile's web2go intuitive web browsing service makes it easy to view and navigate the web from your phone with features including Yahoo! oneSearch, a customizable home page and a simplified shopping and download experience. You can create a personalized home page for easy, one-click access to your favorite Web sites.
With access to the web2go marketplace included at no additional charge, you can also browse and purchase the latest ringtones, games, wallpaper and mobile optimized applications and services to customize their phone. Providing access to the latest news, information and content, Yahoo! oneSearch intuitively returns results grouped around your intended search. For instance, when you search for a sports team, Yahoo! returns the latest scores, schedules, team profiles, roster, news, images and a link to the team's Web site.



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Sliding QWERTY Keyboard for Fast Messaging The candybar-style Samsung Gravity 2 holds a secret--turn it on its side and push the face up to reveal a full QWERTY keyboard, perfect for easy typing of longer messages and e-mails. When the keyboard is opened, the screen orientation automatically rotates to landscape mode. The keyboard includes arrow keys for navigating the screen's UI and a handy www./.com key for quickly entering Web URLs. When closed, you can use the standard alpha-numeric keypad on the face to send quick messages. It's complemented by a five-way navigation pad, send/end and two soft navigation keys, and a dedicated messaging key.

2-Megapixel Camera/Camcorder Great for snapping still photos and capturing short videos while on the go, the Gravity's integrated 2-megapixel camera can snap pictures in one of four resolutions (1600 x 1200, 2180 x 960, 640 x 480, and 320 x 240). It also includes a 2.5x digital zoom, three quality settings, night mode, multiple white balance settings, three metering modes (matrix, center-weighted and spot) and several special shot modes, including Panorama (which stitches together multiple shots taken from left to right) and Smile (which automatically snaps a photo once a smile is detected). You can also capture video clips at up to QCIF format (176 x 144 pixels) and can shoot for as long as you have available memory; videos meant for MMS messaging are capped at between 20 to 30 seconds.

Wireless Freedom with Bluetooth This phone provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity (version 2.0), and includes profiles for communication headset, hands-free car kits, and file transfer. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones or speaker dock.
Bluetooth profiles include: A2DP (stereo music streaming), AVRC (remote control), HFP (hands-free car kits), HSP (communication headsets), BPP (basic printing profile for text, e-mail), FTP (file transfer), HID (support for mice or joysticks), OPP (object push for business cards, calendar items, and pictures),

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Nokia C5-04 Unlocked GSM Phone with 5 MP Camera and Ovi Maps Navigation Optimized for T-Mobile--U.S. Version with Warranty (Graphite Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)This is not having a 5 MP camera instead it's only have a 2 MP camera. Features are all same as Nokia C5-03 with only difference in Camera resolution and Wi-Fi. There is no Wi-Fi in this version which is absurd. There is no point of buying Nokia C5-04 instead of Nokia C5-03.
Amazon listed this product with wrong details of 5 MP camera which is actually confusing. I am returning this product due to this.

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Stay connected to the people who matter with the unlocked Nokia C5-04 mobile phone, and keep yourself entertained with apps, music, games, and more. Access your favorite contacts directly from the home screen with just one touch, and use the 5-megapixel camera to snap pics and share them with your friends over social networks, email and instant messaging. Plus, discover new places and share your location through Facebook, and customize your Nokia C5-04 by downloading thousands of apps, games, videos, themes and more from Ovi Store.
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Palm Centro 685 Great Condition 3G GSM PDA Cell Phone for AT&T Wireless With No Contract (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)You coult read in tecnical details
.Great Condition PDA Displaying Little-To-No Scratches; Activate on AT&T Contract Free - Simply Insert SIM Card
this phone was in really bad conditions, i simply insert my sim card and the phone was fully locket, then i paid to unlock and the phone works for 2 days and later the operating system doesn't start. please avoid to buy this phone.

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Nokia C6-01 Unlocked GSM Phone with 8 MP Camera, 720p Video Recording, and Ovi Maps Navigation--U.S. Version with Warranty (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)In today's smartphone market, it is hard to find a phone that is actually a decent "phone" size. That is, one that does not feel like a brick when you hold it to your ear. When I saw the Nokia C6-01, I knew I found my next phone. The phone fits perfectly in my hand and is a pleasure to use as a phone. It is heavy for its size, but somehow, that just makes me feel more confident in its build. Since this replaced a Nokia E72, the screen size was not a problem for me. It is big enough for me to see everything I want, and I rarely even need to zoom when reading web pages. Lastly, the AMOLED is super bright, and easy to read in sunlight. It will not disappoint. Even the standby screen (that shows the time when the phone is not in use) is relatively bright. I especially like this feature which really adds to the sophisticated look of the phone.
Hardware: Everybody knows Nokia builds quality hardware, so I will not spend too much time on this. Call quality is good so far and the speakerphone is clear. The button placements are well thought out, especially the unlock slider. Slide to lock, slide to unlock. I use it a lot. And if you hold the slider for a few seconds, the camera flash LED turns on as a flashlight. Very useful. One complaint is there is a little slop in the slider. (Not what I expected from a Nokia phone.) The 8MP camera is good in bright environments, although for indoor shots, there is some noise. I am still not sure how I feel about fixed focus cameras, but I guess most of my shots are decent so far for a camera phone.
Software: Symbian ^3 is a huge improvement from S60 in terms of "prettying up" the UI. The usability itself is still close to the pre-touch era. (E.g. why can I not swipe between call logs for missed calls, received, and dialed? Instead I have to press the tiny tab buttons on the top of the screen...) I have to admit, the 3 home screens are useful, especially with widgets that automatically update weather, sports scores, tweets, RSS feeds, etc. One thing I like about Symbian it is very customizable and I have access to all the settings. It may take a few button presses to get there, but I am OK with that. Also, nothing can beat the free Ovi maps. It has turn-by-turn navigation and traffic updates. It is fast, accurate, and FREE. The search feature also works quite well, which saves time when you only need to type in the name of the place instead of the full address. Lastly, Nokia is coming out with awesome apps from their Beta Labs. I use Situations to put my phone in silent mode during work hours, and Normal mode when I am at home (using my GPS position). And I am trying out Nokia Drop to push files to my phone.
Cons/Quirks:
1. The proximity sensor does not work dependably when I hold the phone over my hair. That caused a lot of disconnections in the first few days. I was about the send it back when I realized that the problem is gone if I place the phone directly on my ear (that is underneath my hair). This is a strange problem that I do not see in other phones (tested on an iPhone 4). I will live with it for now though, since it is not much of a bother for me.
2. The phone can be a little sluggish at times. For example, when I turn the phone to type a message, it takes a few seconds for the screen to actually switch orientation. Or sometimes I have to turn the phone a couple times.
3. Battery life can last 1 day with mid-to-heavy usage. I would like that to last a little longer.
Closing thoughts:
I know this review sounds like there is a lot wrong with the phone, but I am actually really happy with it. This phone is fun to use and a lot of the features are well though out. It has everything that I require from a smartphone. And I cannot stress how important the size is to me. The Symbian OS may be coming to an end, but I am OK riding it out with the C6-01 and waiting for what Nokia comes out with next. Last thing: people with big hands might want to try the phone out before purchasing.

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Great for mobile messaging and social networking as well as providing excellent voice communications, the Symbian^3-based Nokia C6-01 smartphone features a 3.2-inch touchscreen display with Nokia's ClearBlack technology for improved outdoor visibility. It's also compatible with 3G networks found on both AT&T and T-Mobile.
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Blackberry 7290 Phone Unlocked Used Review

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(More customer reviews)Am a phone enthusiastic , sure i gave a try to own a Black berry 7290 mobile cell phone because it was the phone i had not bought myself before but when i placed the ordre and owned it , i dont regret , ,it has a quatyboard , you can chat one to one on ithis phone using aol, aim ,yahoo , So i do like it
though,
It doesnt have a camera.


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Nokia C5-03 Unlocked GSM Phone with 5 MP Camera and Ovi Maps Navigation Optimized for AT&T--U.S. Version with Warranty (Graphite Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)Thru the years I found Nokia to make some of the best phones and this one is not an exception. I bought it because it is a 4 band (world) unlocked GSM, very light and small indeed, full touchscreen, responsive, quick and accurate typing, overall the phone works fast, has a bit slow GPS (when not assisted) with free maps and nice voice navigation, good WiFi, working radio, good loud speaker and call quality, decent email (old style) and normal camera, also the battery supposed to last longer. Overall, it does well what it supposed to do for the price of $180. There is one important thing, the US model has UMTS (3G bands) 900/1900/2100, so the 1900 works with AT&T, but no 850 AT&T or 1700 T-mobile. Strange, but the box label and some of the Amazon description are both wrong as they show 1700. I confirmed that with Nokia as well and the phone is working fast on AT&T 3G on 1900. The phone is made in Mexico, that's fine. It has the plastic look, but it is the simple clean design and the cute shape that makes it look neat too. I am not sure why there is no variety of colors on the US market like elsewhere, that is rather frustrating. The operating system is the typical Nokia, no news there.

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Stay connected to the people who matter with the unlocked Nokia C5-03 mobile phone, and keep yourself entertained with apps, music, games, and more. This affordable smartphone also offers Wi-Fi networking for fast access to the Internet over home and business networks as well as hotspots while on the go such as at coffee shops and airports.
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LG Chocolate VX-8550 Black Music Slider Phone for Verizon Wireless Contract Free - ReCellular, Inc. Branded (Refurbished) Review

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(More customer reviews)the oem shop sold me a bad phone and never replaced it or refunded my money. i had to contest payment to block it.


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BlackBerry Storm 9530 Unlocked GSM + CDMA Cell Phone with 3.15 MP Camera (Black)- FACTORY-REFURBISHED Review

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(More customer reviews)I got my phone but there is a big scratch on the phone frame when I peel off the plastic cover. The phone is working but response is slow. I bought the phone from SellphoneStop. The phone title is refurbised one, but the condition shows New. Actually, it is not new but refurbised one from a very old used phone. There is some gap between the touchscreen and the phone frame and the dust easy goes into the phone. Please pay attention to that if you want to return the phone you have to pay 15% restocking fee and the shipping fee. And the battery cannot be returned. The battery is a faked OEM one, not the genine Blackberry battery. One good point is that the service response is quick. In a word, bad quality with a quick service response. The battery can noly last for 12 hours. No-wifi. Hope this true experience will help you. Regards!

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BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 Phone, Grey (T-Mobile) Review

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(More customer reviews)I picked up the Blackberry Curve 3G 9300 at my local RadioShack for FREE and walked away with a nice phone at a very reasonable price. The BB Curve 3G has retained everything from the previous Curve models, but now includes 3G which is a must for any phone these days. To offer EDGE is a complete INSULT! It's like someone saying that they still use dial up to access the internet. It still has the same web browser with the ability to zoom in & out with ease. However, a better browser has sadly been missing in action for all BB models since the rise of the iPhone and Android devices that pop up left and right just about every other day. I can safely say that this browser is also one of the best, but it does lack behind the competition. However, the BB excels when it comes to email. Emails are received instantly on BB devices while Android and Apple require that users to hit refresh after accessing their email icon before receiving emails. Of course, the trade off is that the emails don't arrive in full HTML format the way they would appear on a comp screen - another unfortunate trade off.
The new BB Curve has chrome colored edges to give it a more high-end fashion feel though it still retains its inexpensive plastic feel which can be a plus or a negative for some. The device is also extremely light weight. Everyone must remember that the Curve series is now known as the entry level line to RIMMs smartphone's. This means that users are subjected to a lower screen resolution that doesn't exactly look the most vibrant or sharpest. Colors just don't pop and the screen looks like a cartoon every time I look at it. Despite this fact, it still plays videos very well. You can load any video to the device's memory card and it will play very fluidly. Sadly, this device doesn't come with BB OS 6 installed. It does state clearly that its OS 6 ready as soon as the software is ready to be released (Hopefully Soon). I am sure by now everyone is sick and tired of the OS 5 and ready to move on.
The BB Bold 9700 has been out for about one year and it's practically the same price as this model and most places carry the BB Bold 9700 for free, so I'd recommend going with a higher end model over this. The BB Curve 3G might be aiming for the tweens on a limited budget, but nothing changes the required data plan which ends up making the monthly bill the same despite having a different model device.

Pros:
Nice price for new smartphone users (Free in most places)
Nice fashion colors that only the CURVE series has
3.5 MM headjack
Nice form factor
New OS (Currently OS 5, but for OS 6 to arrive soon)
Excellent call quality
Decent Web browser
Mini SD up to 32GB
Use your songs as ringers
3G Internet Speeds
Wi-Fi
Personal Email (Up to 10 accounts can be added)
IM
BB Meesenger
BB App World
Full HTML Web Browser (Sometimes)
Excellent Multimedia Player (Accepts every format possible)
Crystal clear screen for playing videos
Includes 2 chargers (Wall Charger & USB charger)
Includes ear phones
Cons:
For long time BB users, this device is really just a cosmetic upgrade with a new OS (Flashier Icons)
Micro USB (No more Mini USB)
Camera is only 2.0MP and it should 8.0MP with HD recording capability
No Flash on the camera
Feels like a plastic toy
Poor screen resolution
Non RIMM Consumer Changes Mind!
Good entry level smartphones for new users who want to save without paying the high price. However, Verizon has pricey data and text messenging plans which are a requirement. It's hard to justify the plan prices for such an average entry level device when Sprint and TMobile offer unlimited everything for only thirty dollars a month. With Verizon, thirty bucks only gets you data and nothing else.


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Slim and affordable like its predecessor, the BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 for T-Mobile is a great choice for those who need to be connected to work, friends and family while on the go. The easily pocketable Curve 3G features a comfortable full-QWERTY keyboard for fast, accurate typing, optical trackpad for fluid navigation, and dedicated media keys so you can easily access your tunes while on the go.

And it's now compatible with T-Mobile's high-speed 3G network, which offers fast data delivery and an enhanced Web-browsing experience that lets you connect quickly to social networking sites. Support for T-Mobile's 3G network also makes streaming music smoother and gives users the ability to talk on the phone while you browse the web, send instant messages with BlackBerry Messenger (BBM), or share your location with friends on popular social networking sites.

You'll also enjoy voice calls over Wi-Fi networks (802.11b/g), in addition to fast data connectivity and access to business and home networks. And, of course, you'll enjoy all the communication and connectivity features you've come to expect from a BlackBerry phone--including e-mail served up by the BlackBerry Internet Service and a full menu of messaging options (SMS, MMS, and IM).

You'll be able to access BlackBerry App World to download applications from a broad and growing catalog of third-party mobile applications developed specifically for BlackBerry smartphones, including games, entertainment, social networking and sharing, news and weather, productivity and more. The BlackBerry Curve 3G runs the BlackBerry OS 5, but it's ready for upgrading to BlackBerry OS 6.

The built-in GPS supports navigation and location-based services via the included BlackBerry Maps application. A hot-swappable microSD/SDHC memory card slot provides additional storage for multimedia files and archiving applications, with a 2 GB memory card included and support for optional 32 GB cards. Other features include a 2-megapixel camera/camcorder, Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, visual voicemail for easier access and response to voicemails, and up to 4.5 hours of talk time.


Staying Connected With BlackBerry's push e-mail technology, your e-mail 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 e-mail 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, this BlackBerry device delivers all the enterprise e-mail and messaging capabilities you've come to expect. It's supported on the BlackBerry Internet Service, giving you access to up to 8 work or personal e-mail accounts (including most popular ISP e-mail accounts), as well as BlackBerry Enterprise Server, enabling advanced security and IT administration within IBM Lotus Domino, Microsoft Exchange and Novell GroupWise environments.


Key Features
Fast 3G connectivity via T-Mobile's HSDPA/UMTS network. (1700/2100 MHz bands, UMTS/HSDPA; see more about T-Mobile's 3G service below)
Unlimited nationwide Wi-Fi Calling with T-Mobile's Unlimited HotSpot Calling service or the new Wi-Fi Calling with MobileOffice solution for business customers. Get great coverage at home when used with a T-Mobile HotSpot @Home wireless router, and receive unlimited nationwide calls over Wi-Fi, at home or at any U.S. T-Mobile HotSpot. (Learn more)
Quad-band GSM phone for good global voice connectivity (850/900/1800/1900 MHz bands)
Ready for BlackBerry OS 6 (currently runs BlackBerry OS 5)
Support for BlackBerry App World featuring a broad and growing catalog of third-party mobile applications developed specifically for BlackBerry smartphones. Categories include travel, productivity, entertainment, games, social networking and sharing, news and weather, and more.
Visual Voicemail enables you to listen to your voicemail messages in any order, respond in one click and easily manage your inbox without ever dialing in to the network.
GPS navigation and location-based services via BlackBerry Maps and other third-party solutions. (Learn more)
2.4-inch LCD screen (320 x 240 pixels, 65K colors)
Full QWERTY keyboard
Navigation trackpad
2-megapixel fixed focus camera with video capture capabilities
Multi-format digital audio and video player with compatibility for MP3, WMA 9 Pro, AAC+/eAAC+, MPEG4, H.263, H.264, and more.
Bluetooth connectivity (version 2.1) includes profiles for communication headset, hands-free car kits, and the A2DP Bluetooth profile--enabling you to wirelessly stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones or speaker dock.
2 GB microSD card with support for optional cards up to 32 GB.
Full messaging capabilities including SMS text, MMS picture/video and IM instant messaging (via popular services including AOL, Yahoo!, Windows Live Messenger, and Google Talk)
BlackBerry Browser for accessing Web sites.
Organizer tools including calendar, task list, memo pad, and calculator
Airplane mode allows you to listen to music while the cellular connectivity is turned off
Integrated hands-free, full duplex speakerphone
Voice-activated dialing capabilities

Vital Statistics
The BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 weighs 3.8 ounces and measures 2.4 x 4.3 x 0.6 inches. Its 1150 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 4.5 hours of talk time, and up to 456 hours (19 days) of standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies, as well as T-Mobile's 3G network (1700/2100 MHz).

What's in the Box
BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 handset, rechargeable battery, charger, 2 GB microSD card, USB cable, stereo hands-free headset, quick start guide, user manual


T-Mobile Services
High-Speed Data Connectivity via T-Mobile's 3G Network In addition to its quad-band GSM connectivity, this phone is also compatible with T-Mobile's UMTS/HSDPA 3G network, which operates on the 1700/2100 MHz AWS spectrum. This phone is designed to automatically connect to the best available network (3G or GSM/GPRS/EDGE) to provide faster data speeds when accessing the Web.

In areas where the 3G network is not available, you'll continue to receive service on the via T-Mobile's EDGE network (which stands for "Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution"). This high-speed, mobile data and Internet access technology is fast enough to support a wide range of advanced data services (with average data speeds between 75-135Kbps), including full picture and video messaging, high-speed color Internet access, and e-mail on the go.

While this phone is optimized for use with T-Mobile's high-speed 3G network, many of its functions will also work well on the moderate-speed EDGE network. If you plan to access the Internet extensively on your phone, 3G network coverage may serve you best.

Activities that work well on EDGE or 3G networks:

E-mail, instant messaging, and texting
Downloading ringtones, CallerTunes, wallpaper, light data files
Sending photographs via e-mail or picture messaging

Activities that work best on a 3G network:
Viewing content-heavy websites (lots of images or videos playing)
Viewing YouTube and other video files (they will play on EDGE, but require loading time)
Uploading large files (photos, videos, presentations) to sharing websites
Downloading large files from an e-mail or a website


T-Mobile's 3G network is currently available in more than 220 cities nationwide and covers more than 160 million people.

T-Mobile Wi-Fi Calling Service Effortlessly transition between Wi-Fi calling and T-Mobile's wireless network while you talk with T-Mobile's Unlimited HotSpot Calling service or the new Wi-Fi Calling with MobileOffice solution for business customers. Unlimited nationwide Wi-Fi Calling requires either a Wi-Fi Calling mobile plan or Wi-Fi Calling with MobileOffice service, qualifying rate plan, broadband Internet connection and wireless router. Regular plan minutes are used when call does not originate on Wi-Fi network.


T-Mobile's New, Expanding Super-Fast HSPA+ Network
As of June, 2010, T-Mobile has upgraded its traditional 3G network to HSPA+ in 25 major metropolitan areas across the U.S., and it plans to continue rolling out this network upgrade to over 100 metropolitan cities and up to 185 million people by the end of 2010. HSPA+ provides our fastest data speeds, up to 3 times faster than AT&T and Verizon's standard 3G networks, while allowing simultaneous voice and data capabilities for the ultimate wireless voice and data experience.


HSPA+ enabled areas will enjoy 4G-like speeds, with a theoretical capability of up to 21 Mbps peak download speeds (and typical download speeds averaging between 5 and 8 Mbps).

While this 3G-enabled mobile phone doesn't offer HSPA+ compatibility, it can benefit from enhanced speeds when connecting to the HSPA+ network today.

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