The
BlackBerry Curve 8520 is an entry-level RIM mobile that runs the BlackBerry OS. The 8520 comes with several powerful business functionalities like
Push mail, well spaced QWERTY keyboard and excellent connectivity features. The BlackBerry 8520 is powered by a
512 MHz processor that is optimised for minimal power consumption.
The Curve 8520 features a
2 MP camera capable of 5x digital zoom and also supports video recording. The BlackBerry handset features a 2.46 inch TFT display with 320 x 240 pixels and supports 65K colors.
Design
The chassis of the BlackBerry mobile is a combination of
high quality plastic and rubber, which renders it extremely sturdy premium feel. The
35 concept full-QWERTY keyboard, coupled with the
touch sensitive Optical Trackpad, allows error-free typing and seamless navigation. The Curve 8520 measures 109 x 60 x 13.9 mm and weighs 105 g, making it slimmer and lighter than the previous Curve handsets.
Battery and Storage
The BlackBerry Curve 8520 comes with 256 MB of internal memory and
supports microSD cards up to 32 GB. A standard Li-Ion 1150 mAh battery powers the 8520 and gives a talk time of up to 4 hrs and standby time of up to 408 hrs.
Connectivity and Features
The Blackberry 8520 supports GPRS, EDGE,
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity options. A micro USB port on the lower spine allows data sync and charge. The
dedicated multimedia keys on the 8520 lets you pause music, skip tracks, or set a song on repeat. RIM has also included a handy
one touch mute button on the Curve 8520.
The Curve 8520 features a media player that supports eAAC+ and MP4 formats. The 3.5 mm jack lets you plug the mobile into your car stereo or any generic headphone. Other features in the BlackBerry phone include SMS, MMS, voice dialing, personal organizer functions and LED call indicator.
The BlackBerry 8520 supports navigation via
BlackBerry Maps. Users can access the
BlackBerry App world on the Curve 8520, and download tons of apps to suit their needs and interests. The 8520 supports access to
Facebook and Twitter once the required widgets are installed. This handset also supports BlackBerry Messenger.
Specifications of BlackBerry Curve 8520
| General Features |
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| In Sales Package: | Handset, Battery, Charger, Headset, 2 GB microSD Card, Data Cable, User Manual |
| Form: | Bar |
| SIM: | Single SIM, GSM |
| Touch Screen: | No |
| Keypad: | Yes, QWERTY |
| Business Features: | Document Viewer, Pushmail |
| Call Features: | Conference Call, Speed Dialing, Loudspeaker, Call Timer, Call Divert |
| Handset Color: | Black |
| Platform |
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| Operating Freq: | GSM - 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| OS: | BlackBerry OS |
| Java: | Yes |
| Processor: | 512 MHz |
| Display |
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| Type: | TFT LCD |
| Size: | 2.46 Inches |
| Resolution: | QVGA, 320 x 240 Pixels |
| Colors: | 65 K |
| Other Display Features: | Light Sensitive Screen |
| Camera |
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| Primary Camera: | Yes, 2 Megapixel |
| Secondary Camera: | No |
| Video Recording: | Yes |
| Zoom: | Digital Zoom - 5x |
| Other Camera Features: | Fixed Focus |
| Dimensions |
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| Size: | 60 x 109 x 13.9 mm |
| Weight: | 105 g |
| Battery |
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| Type: | Li-Ion, 1150 mAh |
| Talktime: | 4 hrs (2G) |
| Standby Time: | 408 hrs (2G) |
| Memory and Storage |
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| Internal: | 256 MB |
| Included Memory Card: | 2 GB |
| Expandable Memory Slot: | microSD, upto 32 GB |
| Internet & Connectivity |
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| Internet Features: | Email |
| GPRS: | Yes, Class 10, 48 kbps |
| Edge: | Yes, Class 10, 236.8 kbps |
| 3G: | No |
| Wifi: | Yes, 802.11 b/g |
| USB connectivity: | Yes, micro USB |
| Tethering: | USB |
| GPS Support: | No with BlackBerry Maps |
| Bluetooth: | Yes, v2, Supported Profiles (HSP, HFP, SSP, A2DP, PBAP, SPP, AVRCP, DUN) |
| Audio Jack: | 3.5 mm |
| Multimedia |
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| Music Player: | Yes, Supports MP3, eAAC |
| Video Player: | Yes, Supports MPEG-4, H.263, H.264, WMV9 |
| FM: | No |
| Ringtone: | MP3, MIDI, 32 Polyphonic |
| Other Features |
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| Call Memory: | Yes |
| SMS Memory: | Yes |
| Additional Features: | Optical Trackpad, Password Protection with Keyboard Lock, Sleep Mode, AES or Triple DES Encryption with BlackBerry Enterprise Server, Vibrate Mode, Organizer, MMS Enabled, Dedicated Keys, LED Indicator, User-Selectable Font Size, FIPS Validations, To View PDF Need to Buy Application from Blackberry Apps, Voice Input |
| Important Apps: | Facebook, Twitter, BlackBerry App World, BlackBerry Messenger, Vlingo, Foursquare, MySpace, Instant Messaging |
| Warranty |
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| | 1.5 year manufacturer warranty for Phone and 6 months warranty for in the box accessories |
