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BlackBerry Curve 8320

BlackBerry Curve 8320 Reviews

Laptopmag reviews the BlackBerry Curve 8320 and writes, "The Curve 8320 is very much like its cousin in the features department, too. A 312-MHz processor provides snappy performance; the 2-MP camera takes sharp pictures without much of a shutter delay (but doesn't capture video)...You really can't go wrong with either the AT&T or T-Mobile BlackBerry Curve, but those looking to ditch the landline should consider the latter because of its ability to make unlimited calls via Wi-Fi for an affordable price. For $50 more, you get a smart phone that can be your only phone."

PCMag reviews the BlackBerry Curve 8320 and writes, "An integrated 2-megapixel camera, with the usual weak flash, takes sharp shots, but you have to watch out when photographing in backlit settings or outdoors—a bright sky will force the camera to underexpose a darker foreground. Indoor shots were much more balanced."

MobileTechReview reviews the BlackBerry Curve 8320 and writes, "Yes, it's still exciting to find a BlackBerry with a camera. No, the photos aren't that great, but we've seen worse. The 2 megapixel camera takes photos only, no video, and can save images at a maximum of 1600 x 1200 resolution. Nothing has changed since our BlackBerry 8300 review, so we won't rehash camera features here."

PC World reviews the BlackBerry Curve 8320 and writes, "Like all BlackBerry units, it is a stellar e-mail device, with support for ten accounts. The included camera (which sports a flash and a 3X digital zoom) took adequate but--like many camera phones--occasionally blurry snapshots. Among other multimedia features is an audio and video player that supports most formats (including MP3, AAC, WMA, WMV, and MP4). The player's interface is basic, but audio quality is good and video looks great. The device also has a 3.5mm headphone jack and a microSD card slot (which is inconveniently located under the phone's battery, unfortunately)."

PDAStreet reviews the BlackBerry Curve 8320 and writes, " Essentially, the 8320 is very similar to the BlackBerry Curve 8300 AT&T Wireless currently offers. However, the 8320, like AT&T's most recent BlackBerry, the 8820, includes Wi-Fi. But unlike with AT&T's Wi-Fi BlackBerry, you can make the most out of 8320's Wi-Fi feature... Like the Pearl, you can take pictures with the 8320's 2 megapixel camera. You can also listen to music and watch videos."

MobileBurn reviews the BlackBerry Curve 8320 and writes, "The Curve has a great physical design, and RIM has added enough to the BlackBerry user interface to get it mostly on par with other messaging phones that are on the market, while still maintaining that ultimate BlackBerry email experience. So, as a T-Mobile subscriber with poor coverage at his new home, you can imagine how pleased I was to hear that T-Mobile was offering the BlackBerry Curve 8320 with UMA support for T-Mobile's WiFi based @Home system. It sounds like a perfect recipe: a Curve with WiFi that will be able to make calls and get email even when there is no usable GSM signal to be had."

BCHeights reviews the BlackBerry Curve 8320 and writes, "Overall, the BlackBerry Curve is the perfect offering for the student who wants the functionality of a BlackBerry with a full keyboard. HotSpot @Home from T-Mobile is a great option for those who have bad service where they live...The Curve is compact, packed with features, easy to use, and probably the best smartphone on the market for students looking for a more business-geared device."

Digital Trends reviews the BlackBerry Curve 8320 and writes, "Email and attachments seemed straightforward, and the 2 Megapixel camera was took surprisingly supple pictures. The automatic flash on the back helps...The Blackberry Curve 8320 is light, smooth and very easy to use on all counts. It is very much in-between audiences: casual Smartphone users may find the $500 USD (without rebates) tag prohibitive, while grizzled Blackberry businesspeople may be looking at more sophisticated models. With rebates, however, the Curve is a great steal for both groups."