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RIM BlackBerry Curve 3G T-Mobile

RIM BlackBerry Curve 3G T-Mobile

45 reviews

Apr, 2024

Positive
portability (12)
design (12)
price (10)
GPS navigation (6)
usability (5)

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camera (6)
screen (6)
performance (5)
size (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 45 reviews of RIM BlackBerry Curve 3G T-Mobile. The average rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. People are impressed by the GPS navigation and usability. The price and design are also appreciated. Opinions are divided on the durability. Many are less positive about the size and screen.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the RIM BlackBerry Curve 3G T-Mobile is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 84/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by : Jamie Lendino (pcmag.com)

BlackBerry Curve 3G (T-Mobile)

The BlackBerry Curve 3G delivers fast Internet speeds and Wi-Fi calling to neutralize dead zones, although it's firmly a budget buy in light of more advanced Android-powered devices.

3G speeds on T-Mobile's network. Awesome Wi-Fi calling feature. Stellar battery life. Loud speakerphone.

Third-party app catalog still lags. Low-res camera.

Camera and Conclusions The Curve 3G still packs the same 2-megapixel camera sensor as the original BlackBerry Pearl in 2006. There's no auto-focus, image stabilization, or LED flash. It still takes OK photos, but it fell down in dimly lit rooms with...

Sep, 2010

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Expert review by : Nicole Lee (cnet.com)

BlackBerry Curve 3G review

Even though we liked the RIM BlackBerry Curve 8520 that was released for T-Mobile last year, the lack of 3G and GPS was disappointing. Fortunately, RIM has rectified that with its successor, the RIM BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300, which has support for...

The RIM BlackBerry Curve 3G has a slim profile, a responsive optical trackpad, and external media keys. It also has Wi-Fi, stereo Bluetooth, GPS, 3G, and a 2-megapixel camera.

The RIM BlackBerry Curve 3G is almost identical to its predecessor save for a few changes. The photo quality is poor as well.

Though we're disappointed that the RIM BlackBerry Curve 3G didn't have more improvements over its predecessor, it's still a decent upgrade with the addition of 3G and GPS. Plus, it's quite affordable for an entry-level smartphone.

Sep, 2010

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Expert review by : Bonnie Cha (cnet.com)

BlackBerry Curve review

Back in May, we fell in love with the original RIM BlackBerry Curve , but a recent refresh of the smartphone has our hearts pitter pattering all over again. The RIM BlackBerry Curve 8310 keeps the same sleek design and robust messaging capabilities of...

The RIM BlackBerry Curve 8310 adds GPS capabilities to the already impressive and sleek messaging smartphone. You also get a 2-megapixel camera, Bluetooth, and good call quality.

The Curve 8310 doesn't offer Wi-Fi or 3G support. The Web browser isn't the sleekest, and the camera lacks video-recording capabilities. Also, unlike the T-Mobile version, you only get the proprietary BlackBerry Messenger IM client.

Still offering an attractive design and excellent messaging capabilities, the addition of GPS makes the RIM BlackBerry Curve 8310 an even more attractive choice for road warriors.

Nov, 2007

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Expert review by : Mark McClusky (wired.com)

Review: RIM Curve

Since breaking out of its resolutely boring design aesthetic with the Pearl, BlackBerry just keeps releasing nice looking hardware that makes the former CTO perk...

Overhauled media player and desktop software work seamlessly. Call voice quality was excellent, and email worked as well as RIM fans would expect. Decent 2MP camera. We found ourselves showing it off, a new experience for many Blackberry users

Web browser is mediocre and in desperate need of a redux. While there is a full keyboard, it’s still a little slow for heavy typing. No 3G data

Oct, 2007

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Expert review by : Taylor Martin (phonedog.com)

Taylor's BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (T-Mobile) review | PhoneDog

RIM's line of BlackBerry Curve devices have always been fairly popular since their release back in early 2007. It was their second “consumer-centric” device (after the Pearl) and it spread like a wildfire. Other smartphones at...

Cheap price tag ($79.99 with a two-year contract) makes the entry-level smartphone more affordable; two nice color choices; little to no lag; media buttons on top provide for a good MP3 solution; easily pocketable

All plastic casing; Running BlackBerry OS 5.0; the keyboard is a little wobbly; 2.0 MP camera leaves room for improvement

The Curve 3G is definitely the best of RIM's Curve line. However, they failed to improve greatly with it. Jumping from device model 8500 to 9300, you would expect a great deal of changes, but the only real change was internal with the capability to...

Oct, 2010

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Expert review by : Shaun Mahal (brighthand)

BlackBerry Curve 3G Review

The BlackBerry Curve 3G is an inexpensive consumer-oriented smartphone that uses the typical BlackBerry design and sports 3G wireless networking, Wi-Fi, and GPS. Shaun Mahal brings us this review.

Wi-Fi added ; Updated styling ; Low price

Sluggish at times ; Sub-standard camera ; Makes little use of 3G capabilities

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Sep, 2010

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Expert review by : Shaun Mahal (brighthand.com)

BlackBerry Curve 3G Review

This smartphone is available from Verizon for $30 after a $100 mail-in rebate. It's also available from Sprint and T-Mobile

Wi-Fi added ; Updated styling ; Light form factor

Sluggish at times ; Sub-standard camera ; Touted as a 3G device, but really doesn't take advantage of 3G network in any way

The styling updates are welcome, as is the addition of Wi-Fi and 3G. The lack of BlackBerry OS 6.0 and camera flash are significant detractors. The BlackBerry Curve 9330 strikes me as more of a fit for corporate user who can upgrade their previous...

Sep, 2010

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Expert review by : Ross Catanzariti (goodgearguide.com.au)

RIM BlackBerry Curve 3G smartphone

The BlackBerry Curve 3G is an inexpensive introduction to the world of BlackBerry

Optical trackpad, upgradeable to BlackBerry 6 OS, best in class e-mail service, BlackBerry App World

Lacks wow factor, lock/multimedia keys hard to press, keyboard is smaller than other models, low screen resolution

RIM has added 3G connectivity and GPS to its entry-level Blackberry Curve, but everything else remains almost identical to the earlier model. This is yet another BlackBerry release that lacks a wow factor, but the upcoming BlackBerry 6 OS update should...

Sep, 2010

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