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    BlackBerry 8520BlackBerry 8520
    Construction
    Height109mm (4.29")109mm (4.29")
    Width60mm (2.36")60mm (2.36")
    Depth14mm (0.55")13.9mm (0.55")
    Dimension109x60x14mm (4.29x2.36x0.55")109x60x13.9mm (4.29x2.36x0.55")
    3D SIZE

    Side View3D SeparatedTop View3D InsideFront View

    Weight122gr (4.3oz)106gr (3.74oz)
    Form FactorCandy BarCandy Bar
    Material
    Colors
    Usability
    Display Resolution480x360px320x240px
    Display Size50x38mm (1.97x1.5") ~163PPI
    Display Diagonal2.46"
    Display Type65k TFT65k TFT
    Secondary Display Resolution
    InputOptical Joystick
    QWERTY Keyboard
    Music-Dedicated Keys
    Navigation Joystick / Button
    QWERTY Keyboard
    Talk Time6 hours4 hours, 30 minutes
    Standby Time22 days17 days
    OSBlackBerry OSBlackBerry OS
    JavaMIDP 2.0MIDP 2.0
    VibrationAvailableAvailable
    RingtonePolyphonicPolyphonic
    Hardware
    Chipset
    Processor624MHz512MHz
    GPU
    Ram512MB128MB
    Internal Memory256MB256MB
    External MemorymicroSDmicroSD
    Camera Resolution5 Megapixel2 Megapixel
    Camera FlashLED
    Camera Lens
    Optical Zoom
    Front Camera
    Second Front Camera
    Front Camera Flash
    Other Functionalities
    SpeakerMonoMono
    Battery Capacity1500mAh1150mAh
    Battery Type
    Connectivity
    WIMAX
    WiFiUMAWi-Fi 802.11 b/g
    UPnP
    NFC
    USBv2.0v2.0
    Bluetoothv2.0v2.0
    Positioning SystemIntegrated GPSIntegrated GPS
    TV Receiver
    TV Out
    Audio Output3.5mm Jack3.5mm Jack
    Radio
    Ethernet
    Infrared
    Cellular Network
    Network CompatibilityGSM 1800, 1900, 850, 900
    UMTS 850, 2100, 1900
    HSPA 850, 2100, 1900
    GSM 1800, 1900, 850, 900
    SIM CardsMini
    PTT
    HSCSDHSCSD
    GPRSClass 10Class 10
    EDGEClass 10Class 10
    AMPS
    CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
    Operators
    World Compatibility
    NO ACCESS
    2G (GSM)
    3G (UMTS)
    3.5G (HSDPA)
    4G (LTE)
    worldwide compatibilityworldwide compatibility
    Bharti AirtelGSM 1800 / GSM 900 / UMTS 2100 / HSDPA 2100GSM 1800 / GSM 900
    Vodafone IndiaGSM 1800 / GSM 900 / UMTS 2100 / HSDPA 2100GSM 1800 / GSM 900
    Reliance CommunicationsGSM 1800 / GSM 900 / UMTS 2100 / HSDPA 2100GSM 1800 / GSM 900
    Idea CellularGSM 1800 / GSM 900 / UMTS 2100 / HSDPA 2100GSM 1800 / GSM 900
    BSNLGSM 1800 / GSM 900 / UMTS 2100 / HSDPA 2100GSM 1800 / GSM 900
    TATA DocomoGSM 1800 / UMTS 2100 / HSDPA 2100GSM 1800
    AircelGSM 1800 / GSM 900 / UMTS 2100 / HSDPA 2100GSM 1800 / GSM 900
    UninorGSM 1800GSM 1800
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    ReviewsDisplay Verdicts
    80 out of 100
    TechRadar
    Will the addition of BlackBerry 6 operating system breathe new life into RIM's flagship phone? read more
    80 out of 100
    CNET Asia
    The BlackBerry Bold 9780 offers an unparalleled QWERTY keyboard and the new OS 6 addresses a number of key complaints we had in the past, including the browser which was seriously behind the times. This makes it one of the best non-touchscreen QWERTY smartphones in the market. read more
    80 out of 100
    CNET
    The RIM BlackBerry Bold 9780 is a solid messaging smartphone and ships with the latest BlackBerry OS, but it's not necessarily worth the upgrade. read more
    N/A out of 100
    GSMArena
    Its no surprise that the BlackBerry Bold 9780 is the next logical evolutionary step, rather than a complete makeover that will propel it into the same league as the iPhone and Android. RIM has a loyal core of customers... read more
    N/A out of 100
    mobile-review
    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
    60 out of 100
    TechRadar
    Will BlackBerry's entry-level smartphone lure you in? read more
    N/A out of 100
    Techhive
    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
    N/A out of 100
    mobile-review
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    Published OnSeptember 2010July 2009

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