| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $60.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 1070 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM
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| Launch | Announced | 2008, November. Released 2008, November |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 109 x 60 x 13.5 mm (4.29 x 2.36 x 0.53 in) |
| Weight | 110 g (3.88 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Keyboard | QWERTY | |
| Features | Trackball | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 65K colors |
| Size | 2.4 inches, 17.8 cm2 (~27.3% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 360 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~250 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | BlackBerry OS |
| CPU | 512 MHz | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 256MB ROM | |
| Main Camera | Single | 3.15 MP, AF |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | SCIF | |
| Selfie camera | Single |
13 MP, f/2.4, 100˚ (ultrawide) TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11b/g |
| Bluetooth | 2.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Features |
BlackBerry maps MP3/AAC/AAC+/WMA player DivX/XviD/MP4/H.264/WMV player Organizer Voice dial/memo |
| Browser | HTML | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery |
| Charging |
66W wired 66W wireless 5W reverse wireless 5W reverse wired |
|
| Stand-by | Up to 356 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 5 h 30 min | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
| SAR | 1.01 W/kg (head) 0.59 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.65 W/kg (head) 0.45 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 60 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Loudspeaker | Voice 75dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 75dB |
| Audio quality | Noise -89.4dB / Crosstalk -88.9dB |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the BlackBerry Curve 8900
Advantages
- Dependable daily multitasking and gaming stability powered by Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888+ 5G (5 nm)
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
Taking a comprehensive view of its technical merits, the BlackBerry Curve 8900 demonstrates a thoughtful balance of hardware capabilities and refined design within BlackBerry's catalog. Visual duties are assumed by a competent responsive IPS LCD screen measuring 2.4 inches , delivering high-definition clarity, balanced color temperatures, and generous dynamic range for reading and streaming.
Processing throughput is sustained by the well-matched Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888+ 5G (5 nm), offering dependable operational stability across varied software demands. Multitasking, web browsing, and multimedia applications execute with dependable rhythm and stable thermal dissipation. Photography needs are addressed with confidence by the primary optical setup—centered on a 15MP primary sensor—which maintains pleasing clarity, controlled noise thresholds, and reliable low-light composure.
Longevity is anchored by a 1400mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds designed to comfortably see users through full days of unhindered mobile operation. In conclusion, the BlackBerry Curve 8900 represents a sensible, thoroughly calibrated package that satisfies demanding real-world criteria across the board.
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