Welcome new user.
-
CNET editors' rating:
3.5 stars
Very good
How we rate-
Design: 7.0
Features: 8.0
Performance: 8.0
Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars) - Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 130 reviews all user reviews
Manufacturer: Research In Motion Ltd.
Part number: 8830 World Edition
- More product information:
- Editors' review,
- User reviews,
- Specifications,
- Product series,
- Manufacturer info
Where to buy
| store | customer rating | inventory | tax & shipping | price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
|
Yes 2-yr Contract Price |
2-yr Contract Price as of 12/04/2008 |
Product Summary
RIM BlackBerry 8830 - silver (Verizon Wireless)
price range: $99.99
For the globe-trotting executive, the RIM BlackBerry 8830 is a powerful voice and messaging tool that offers world roaming and solid performance.
Read moreUser reviews
User reviews
- Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 130 reviews
- My rating: 0 stars Write review
-
Showing 5 of 130 user reviewsSee all 130 user reviews
-
28 out of 30 people found this review helpful
by dlathem on May 17, 2007
-
18 out of 20 people found this review helpful
"Dont listen to the nay-sayers"
by wags3813 on June 17, 2007
-
11 out of 12 people found this review helpful
"moved from blackberry pearl and am very impressed"
by jolly_aj on May 30, 2007
-
10 out of 11 people found this review helpful
"Not nearly as nice as the Curve."
by kath00 on June 22, 2007
-
9 out of 9 people found this review helpful
"Great Business Device - Not for the Consumer (Verizon)"
by ALAPIES on July 3, 2007
- See all 130 user reviews Write review
Thank you for helping us maintain CNET's great community.
Submit your review
Submit your reply
E-mail this review
Report offensive content
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Research In Motion Ltd.
- Part Number: 8830 World Edition
Telecom
- Data services E-Mail, WWW, SMS, MMS
- Modem Integrated Wireless cellular modem
- Service provider Verizon Wireless
- Cellular enhancement protocol EDGE, GPRS, GSM, CDMA 2000 1X EV-DO
General
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 2.6 in x 0.6 in x 4.5 in
- Weight 4.7 oz
- Wireless Interface Bluetooth
- Features System password, Keyboard lock
- Standby time Up to 384 h
- Vibrating Alert Yes
Operating System / Software
- OS provided BlackBerry Handheld Software
- Software included Calendar, Media Player, Organizer, Address Book
Memory
- Installed RAM 32 MB
- Installed ROM 64 MB Flash
Phone
- Call features Call forwarding
- Additional Features Memory card slot, GPRS support
Input Device
- Input device type Trackball, Keyboard
- Keys qty 35
Messaging / Data Services
- Short Messaging Service (SMS) Yes
- Internet Browser Yes
- Messaging / Data Features Text messages
Audio
- Digital audio standards supported WMA, MIDI, AAC +, MP3, AMR, AAC
- Audio input type Microphone
- Audio output type Speaker(s)
Display
- Display type TFT active matrix
- Color support 16-bit (64K colors)
- Max resolution 320 x 240
Power
- Battery installed ( max ) 1 Lithium ion
- Talk time Up to 300 min
- Power supply device Power adapter
- Power device type Power adapter
Expansion / Connectivity
- Wireless connectivity Bluetooth
- Port / Connector Type:Interface 1Headset, 1USB
- Expansion slot(s) total (free) 1 MicroSD
- Cable(s) included 1 x USB cable
Cellular
- Phone style Candy Bar
- Caller ID Yes
Physical Characteristics
- Width 2.6 in
- Depth 0.6 in
- Height 4.5 in
GPS
- GPS System / GPS Navigation None
Product series
-
Price: $265.95 - $389.79
Manufacturer: Research In Motion Ltd.
Specs: Up to 300 min
-
RIM BlackBerry 8830 - silver (Verizon Wireless)
Price: $99.99
Manufacturer: Research In Motion Ltd.
Specs: CDMA 800/1900 / GSM 900/1800, BlackBerry Handheld Software, Up to 300 min, 32 MB
-
RIM BlackBerry 8830 - black (T-Mobile)
Manufacturer: Research In Motion Ltd.
Specs: GSM 850/900/1800/1900, BlackBerry Handheld Software, 300 min
-
RIM BlackBerry 8830 - red (Verizon Wireless)
Price: $99.99
Manufacturer: Research In Motion Ltd.
Specs: CDMA2000 1X 800/1900 / GSM 900/1800, BlackBerry Handheld Software, Up to 300 min, 32 MB
Manufacturer info
- Research In Motion Ltd.
- Manufacturer profile
-
- Website: http://www.rim.net
- Address: 295 Phillip Street, Waterloo, ON.
- Phone: 519/888-7465
- Email: webinfo@rim.net
- Fax: 519-888-7884
%20Smartphone%20prices%20and%20reviews%20-%20CNET%20Reviews&srcUrl=http://reviews.cnet.com/smartphones/rim-blackberry-8830-silver/4014-6452_7-32425829.html){kind=small}