OTHER CONFIGURATIONS ▼  BlackBerry 8520Discontinued | OTHER CONFIGURATIONS ▼  BlackBerry Curve 8900Discontinued | |
|---|---|---|
Construction | ||
| Height | 109mm (4.29") | 109mm (4.29") |
| Width | 60mm (2.36") | 60mm (2.36") |
| Depth | 13.9mm (0.55") | 13.5mm (0.53") |
| Dimension | 109x60x13.9mm (4.29x2.36x0.55") | 109x60x13.5mm (4.29x2.36x0.53") |
| 3D SIZE | ||
| Weight | 106gr (3.74oz) | 110gr (3.88oz) |
| Form Factor | Candy Bar | Candy Bar |
| Material | ||
| Colors | ||
Usability | ||
| Display Resolution | 320x240px | 480x360px |
| Display Size | 50x38mm (1.97x1.5") ~163PPI | 49x37mm (1.93x1.46") ~250PPI |
| Display Diagonal | 2.46" | 2.4" |
| Display Type | 65k TFT | 65k TFT |
| Secondary Display Resolution | ||
| Input | Music-Dedicated Keys Navigation Joystick / Button QWERTY Keyboard | QWERTY Keyboard Trackball |
| Talk Time | 4 hours, 30 minutes | 5 hours, 30 minutes |
| Standby Time | 17 days | 14 days, 20 hours |
| OS | BlackBerry OS | BlackBerry OS |
| Java | MIDP 2.0 | MIDP 2.0 |
| Vibration | Available | Available |
| Ringtone | Polyphonic | Polyphonic |
Hardware | ||
| Chipset | ||
| Processor | 512MHz | 512MHz |
| GPU | ||
| Ram | 128MB | 128MB |
| Internal Memory | 256MB | 119MB |
| External Memory | microSD | microSD |
| Camera Resolution | 2 Megapixel | 3.15 Megapixel |
| Camera Flash | LED | |
| Camera Lens | ||
| Optical Zoom | ||
| Front Camera | ||
| Second Front Camera | ||
| Front Camera Flash | ||
| Other Functionalities | ||
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Battery Capacity | 1150mAh | 1400mAh |
| Battery Type | ||
Connectivity | ||
| WIMAX | ||
| WiFi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g |
| UPnP | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | v2.0 | v2.0 |
| Bluetooth | v2.0 | v2.0 |
| Positioning System | Integrated GPS | Integrated GPS |
| TV Receiver | ||
| TV Out | ||
| Audio Output | 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack |
| Radio | ||
| Ethernet | ||
| Infrared | ||
Cellular Network | ||
| Network Compatibility | GSM 1800, 1900, 850, 900 | GSM 1800, 1900, 850, 900 |
| SIM Cards | Mini | Mini |
| PTT | ||
| HSCSD | HSCSD | HSCSD |
| GPRS | Class 10 | Class 10 |
| EDGE | Class 10 | Class 10 |
| AMPS | ||
| CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | ||
Operators | ||
| World Compatibility NO ACCESS 2G (GSM) 3G (UMTS) 3.5G (HSDPA) 4G (LTE) |  | |
| Bharti Airtel | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 |
| Vodafone India | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 |
| Reliance Communications | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 |
| Idea Cellular | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 |
| BSNL | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 |
| TATA Docomo | GSM 1800 | GSM 1800 |
| Aircel | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 | GSM 1800 / GSM 900 |
| Uninor | GSM 1800 | GSM 1800 |
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| Images | ||
| ReviewsDisplay Verdicts | 80 out of 100 Phone Arena Traditionally RIM has catered to the higher end, but with their push into the consumer market the need for an entry level model was inevitable. Meet the Curve 8520. It offers a ... read more 73 out of 100 CNET The RIM BlackBerry Curve 8520 is a sleek entry-level smartphone that delivers some nice design enhancements and great performance. While available directly from T-Mobile, Wal-Mart offers the better value on the smartphone. read more 70 out of 100 Good Gear Guide The lack of 3G and GPS and a poor display are downsides, but the excellent optical trackpad and user interface make the BlackBerry Curve 8520 a decent smartphone. This entry-level BlackBerry isn't for everyone, but budget users who are willing to sacrifice some features for a lower price should consider the Curve 8520. read more N/A out of 100 GSMArena With the Bold almost reaching perfection in the BlackBerry arts, new horizons need to be explored to keep the spark alive. The tall task to pioneer new territories (in BlackBerry terms anyway) falls on to the Curve 8520. The new Curve has a price tag thats easier on the wallet... read more | 90 out of 100 Phone Arena The Curve 8300 series has been an immensely successful line for RIM, helping push the manufacturer out of the board room and into the family room. There have been attempts at ... read more 77 out of 100 CNET We're disappointed by the lack of 3G, but the RIM BlackBerry Curve 8900 is a solid update to the Curve series, bringing a better design, improved features, and faster performance and is one of T-Mobile's top smartphone offerings. read more 75 out of 100 Digital Trends BlackBerry diehards will find plenty to like about the capable-but-humble Curve. (source page not available anymore) N/A out of 100 GSMArena The sharp and compact BlackBerry Curve 8900 spells business and oozes with class. Easily the hottest looker in the Curve lineup and possibly portfolio-wide earns much respect as a massive functionality upgrade over its predecessors... read more |
| Price Range | ||
| Published On | July 2009 | October 2008 |
