BlackBerry is probably the world leader in the push-email market. Push-email is a term used to describe emails which are truly mobile. The email delivery system provide an ‘always-on’ capability; which means that the emails are automatically transferred (or pushed) to the mail user agent – in this case the BlackBerry mobile device – from [...]
The BlackBerry has become an iconic brand over the recent period yet some people still ask, what is a BlackBerry phone? They are a range of smartphones and mobile email devices that have dominated the business market and account for over 11% of the smartphone market, making them the fourth largest manufacturer. BlackBerrys are popular [...]
A variety of mobile phone manufacturers are now making Android powered smartphones. These include Motorola, Nokia, Samsung, Sony Ericsson and HTC, some of the largest phone giants in the world. Android smartphones are powered on either Android 2.2 or its most recent, fastest and efficient version Android 2.3, also known as Gingerbread. This facilitates fast [...]
BlackBerry first gained prominence in the world marketplace in 1999, launching its 850 model two-way pager. However, BlackBerry smartphones as they are known today were released in 2003 and gained almost immediate success. One key feature of BlackBerry models is their focus on physical QWERTY keyboards, as opposed to the touchscreen versions now commonplace with [...]
One of the most commonly-heard questions about mobile phones is “What is a Blackberry phone?” Mobile phones made by Blackberry are among some of the most popular on the market with the business community. The phones are versatile, with frequent upgrades to the apps and programs available. Combined Functions Blackberry phones are unique because they [...]
If you regularly compare mobile phones, you will find that the BlackBerry range fares very well against others on the market. The BlackBerry Storm 2 9520 is one of the handsets which has acquired a good reputation with additional features from various other models. This handset looks similar to others but it has definitely been [...]
The Blackberry Torch offers a new mobile phone look for Blackberry. Featuring a touch screen with a slide-out QWERTY keyboard, the phone is about the same size as the 9700 model. Included are a 3.2-inch screen, 512 MB of ram, and a 4GB media card. The keyboard is noted to feel a little cramped, similar [...]
The Blackberry Curve has been turning heads with its slim and sleek design, which features a liquid-silver exterior, chrome accents and rounded edges. This model is comparable to the Blackberry Pearl, measuring 0.6 inches thick and weighing only 3.9 ounces. The Curve is noticeably wider than other models, but that is because RIM has added [...]
The BlackBerry Curve 8310 is similar in looks to its predecessor, the 8300, but with some exciting new additions and great mobile phone deals from providers like Vodafone, it’s certainly worth a look. Pros The BlackBerry Curve 8310 takes aim at the consumer market, and the design reflects that goal. It has a slim, elegant [...]
Compact size and a lightweight body are top selling points for the BlackBerry Pearl 8100, though in terms of features and ease of use this model falls a bit short of the mark. ProsAt just 89g, the Pearl 8100 is significantly lighter and more compact than the latest mobile phones with smartphone technology. The SureType [...]