BlackBerry® 8830
BlackBerry® 8830 (Sprint) Product Overview
BlackBerry® 8830 (Sprint) Detail
The BlackBerry 8830 wireless handheld serves as a phone, browser, instant messager, and PDA, enabling e-mail to be sent to and received from any POP3 e-mail account. Wireless synchronization with E-mail, powerful organizer features, and a thumb-operated trackwheel make the Blackberry 8830 a must for professionals on the go.
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- Wireless E-mail: Send, receive, forward, and reply to messages, and view attachments in popular file formats. Add up to 10 supported personal and work email addresses to your BlackBerry® 8830. Each mailbox is automatically updated whenever you send, delete, file or read messages on your smartphone.
- Instant Messaging: You can use Instant Messaging to connect with your IM contacts using popular applications like BlackBerry® Messenger, Yahoo! ® Messenger, Google Talk, AOL® Instant Messenger for BlackBerry® Smartphones, and many more. Instant messaging (IM) applications on BlackBerry smartphones keep you in touch with your IM contacts—no matter where you are or what you’re doing. Enjoy many of the instant messaging features you already enjoy on your computer on your BlackBerry® 8830, including: a familiar user interface, availability status, contact access and management, notifications to tell you when you receive a new message, and emoticons that help you express yourself.
- SMS and MMS: Short Message Service (SMS) and Multi-Media Messaging Service (MMS) allow you to send text messages and images to your friends quickly and easily. Use the SMS feature whenever you can’t pick up the phone to call someone. Use the MMs feature to send and receive images from friends and contacts.
- Advanced phone features: The speakerphone is perfect for hands-free calls and convenient conference calls. Voice Activated Dialing (vad) allows for you to just say the word to initiate a call with anyone in your contact list. Plus, you can use VAD along with the built-in speakerphone or with a stereo Bluetooth® headset for hands-free dialing. User-definable convenience keys and dedicated Send, End and Mute keys make the phone more user-friendly. Personalize your device with downloadable ringtones, or create your own from songs stored on your smartphone. Conference calling lets you easily initiate a call with multiple people at once. The BlackBerry® 8830 is stereo Bluetooth® enabled allowing you to enjoy hands-free dialogue via headsets and car kits.
- Media Player: With the Media Player on your BlackBerry® 8830, listen to your favorite songs and watch video clips anytime. Play video and music files in vivid color and rich sound. Use wireless stereo Bluetooth® headphones or speakers to enjoy your music. Shuffle your songs or enjoy your favorite playlist while you reply to messages. Watch news or sports clips while catching the train to work. Transfer your desktop iTunes music files to your BlackBerry® 8830 using BlackBerry® Media Sync. Or, you can use Roxio Media Manager for BlackBerry® for quick CD ripping, converting, and transferring your music and video files. With the BlackBerry® 8830, you can use a microSD card for more memory to store an abundance of music and video.
- Browser: The BlackBerry® browser is designed to deliver on-the-go Internet service that can keep up with your busy life. Navigate and browse websites with a roll and click of the trackball. And with streamed mobile media you can view videos, music, news clips and more from mobile sites. Browse the full Web when and where you want it on your BlackBerry® 8830. Search for the information you need using Google, Yahoo! and many more. Access your favorite sites for news, sports, weather and entertainment updates. Set bookmarks and view your history. Click a link in email to launch a website. For an easy way to access the newest links and hottest downloads, check out http://mobile.blackberry.com from your BlackBerry® smartphone.
- Organizer: Sync and store your calendar data, address book and more with the Organizer. Using the calendar you can manage and schedule appointments while on the go. The address book gives you access to all of your important contact information wherever you are. Task lists let you add, edit, delete, and mark tasks as complete while you’re away from your desk. There is also a memo pad for quick notes and a calculator for those pesky calculations on the fly.
- BlackBerry® Maps and GPS: View maps and receive directions on your BlackBerry® 8830. This application allows you to find businesses, restaurants and more by entering addresses and viewing their locations on maps, quickly and conveniently from virtually wherever you are. BlackBerry® Maps can also provide a visual route and step-by-step instructions to help you get to where you want to go. Use this feature for while in parts of North America, Asia, Europe, and South America. BlackBerry® Maps is also good for your business by empowering enterprise users with mobile access to maps and directions. This application adds fully optimized location-based services (LBS) with fast loading times to the core functionality of BlackBerry® 8830, helping to increase efficiency, productivity and competitiveness in the field. Use the GPS capabilities to get where you’re going with ease by pinpointing your geographic location or accessing turn-by-turn GPS navigation. You can Plan your route and view it on your BlackBerry®, build a list of your favorite locations for easy reference, receive step-by-step driving directions to businesses, restaurants, or wherever else you’re going today, and get more out of social networking sites and location-based mobile games.
- Corporate Data Access: Through wireless connectivity, businesses can extend their enterprise applications, providing their mobile workforce with access to corporate data. The BlackBerry® Enterprise Solution leverages the same proven, push delivery architecture used for BlackBerry® smartphone email to provide mobile users with access to data from applications and systems, such as customer details, pricing data, order information and inventory updates.
- Memory: 64 MB built-in and expandable memory by way of microSD card which is only limited by the size of the card you purchase.
- Stereo Bluetooth®: Allows you to make hands-free calls with ease. Bluetooth is a short-distance technology designed to wirelessly connect electronic devices while maintaining the high level of security you expect from the BlackBerry® platform.
- Screen: High-resolution, 65k color, 320x240 pixel, light-sensing screen
- Keyboard: Full QWERTY keyboard layout for fast text and e-mail composition. Perfect for those business people who communicate with clients on a minute-by-minute basis.
- Battery: Can last on Standby for up to 9 days and talk time is up to 220 minutes.
- Enterprise friendly: For larger corporate and government organizations, the BlackBerry® 8830 smartphone works with BlackBerry® Enterprise Server to provide users and IT managers with advanced security and easier access to corporate information. Unlike traditional mobile phones, the BlackBerry® 8830 smartphone can be centrally managed and supported by IT departments using BlackBerry® Enterprise Server. Wireless push delivery of email and data, remote address book look-up, and single mailbox integration are just a few of the features available.
- Easiest access ever: You can now access NFL Mobile Live from over 20 different Sprint cell phones. All you have to do is Text NFL to 7777 and follow the download directions from the text message that is returned to you. For this, normal text message rates apply and normal data rates apply for download and use of NFL Mobile Live.
- Features: You can be a fan anywhere with breaking news, scores, red-zone alerts, real-time Game Center with play-by-play and field chart, in-depth team-specific information, video clips available on-demand, and NFL Network’s live broadcast. You get real time game-day fantasy player tracking with statistics, scores, and injury reports, received via text alerts. There is a smart dynamic user interface from the device and you can customize it to deliver content throughout the week. There is also live audio broadcasts of all NFL regular season games, live audio/video stream of NFL Network games, and live 24/7 stream of the NFL Network. You will also get access to 8 live audio/video feeds in real-time of games as they play throughout the season.
- Requirements: You must purchase an NFL Mobile Live capable device. (Only devices capable have mention of NFL Mobile Live on the Letstalk.com site.) Follow download directions from Text received after you send NFL to 7777. The cost is FREE as long as long as you have a Sprint Data plan on your device. Then, You must Enjoy the season because it is going to be awesome!!!
BlackBerry® 8830 (Sprint)
- 64 MB of memory and expandable memory card slot using microSD
- Stereo Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
- Speakerphone and voice activated dialing
- GPS enabled and preloaded with BlackBerry® Maps application
- Next-generation media player with audio and video playback
- Instant Access to Sprints exclusive NFL Mobile Live
Included Accessories
- Lithium ion battery
- Compact wall charger
- Holster
- USB data cable
BlackBerry® 8830 (Sprint) Product Features
| Cell Phone Design | |
|---|---|
| Phone Style | Candy Bar / Open Face |
| Phone Size | Large |
| Phone Thickness | Ultra-thin |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 4.5 x 2.5 x 0.5 in |
| Weight (w/standard battery) | 4.6 oz |
| Keyboard Type | QWERTY / Full Keyboard |
| External LCD | Yes |
| Touchscreen | Not Available |
| Screen Size | Yes |
| Display | 320 x 240 pixels |
| Accelerometer | Not Available |
| Multiple Colors Available | No |
| Mil-Spec/Rugged | Not Available |
| Music, Camera & Video Features | |
|---|---|
| Music Formats Supported | Not Available |
| Streaming Music | Not Available |
| Music ID Service | Not Available |
| Headset Jack Type | 2.5mm Plug |
| Ringtones Included | Polyphonic |
| Songs as Ringtones | N/A |
| FM Radio | No |
| Camera Resolution | Not Available |
| Camera Zoom Type | N/A |
| Camera Flash | No |
| Camera Lens Type | CCD |
| Video Recorder | No |
| Video Formats supported | Not Available |
| Video Recording Length | 30 seconds |
| Video Playback | No |
| Streaming Video | Not Available |
| Video Sharing | Not Available |
| Mobile TV Technology | MediaFLO |
| Organization & Tools | |
|---|---|
| Threaded Text Messaging | Not Available |
| Phone Book Capacity | Shared memory |
| Multiple Phone Numbers per Contact | Not Available |
| Assign separate Ringtones per Contact | Not Available |
| Contact Manager Software | Yes, Software Included |
| Messaging | Not Available |
| Instant Messaging Support | Not Available |
| Email accounts supported | Not Available |
| GMail for Mobile App | Not Available |
| Google Mobile App available? | Not Available |
| Google Maps App available? | Not Available |
| Computer Syncing | No |
| USB Cable Syncing | Yes, Cable included |
| Sync with Microsoft Outlook | Yes, software included |
| Bluetooth Syncing | Not Available |
| Wireless Contact Backup | N/A |
| Voice Recorder | 60 seconds |
| Calculator | Yes |
| Calendar | Yes |
| Alarm Clock | Yes |
| Notepad | Not Available |
| Turn by Turn Navigation | Sprint Navigation available from carrier for monthly fee |
| Cell Phone Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Blackberry |
| Operating System Release Number | Not Available |
| Java-Enabled | No |
| BREW-Enabled | No |
| Onboard Memory | <64MB |
| Removable Memory Card - Type | Micro SD Card |
| Maximum Memory Card Capacity | 2GB |
| Removable Memory Accessibility | N/A |
| Hot Swappable Memory | Not Available |
| Photo Caller ID | Yes |
| Push To Talk | Not Available |
| Speakerphone | Full Duplex |
| External Volume Control | Yes |
| Service / Support | 1 Year Warranty |
| Accessibility | |
|---|---|
| Voice-Activated Dialing | Not Available |
| Language Options | Multiple Languages |
| Hearing Aid Compliance | Rating: M4, T4 (very tele-coil compatible) |
| Adjustable Font Size | Not Available |
| Digital TTY/TTD | Not Available |
| Battery Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Talk Time | Up to 220 minutes |
| Standby Time | Up to 384 hours |
| Type of Battery | Lithium Ion battery |
| Connectivity | |
|---|---|
| 3G Data Capable | Not Available |
| Wi-Fi | Not Available |
| Web Browser | Full HTML |
| GPS | Not Available |
| GPS Type | A-GPS |
| Bluetooth | Not Available |
| Stereo Bluetooth | No |
| USB Cable | Not Available |
| USB Port Type | Mini-USB |
| IR Port | No |
| Network Technology | |
|---|---|
| Technology | CDMA 1900 |
| Voice Frequencies | 850/1900 |
| Data Technology | CDMA: 1xRTT, 1EV-DO Rev-O, 1EV-DO Rev-A, |
| Data Frequencies | 850/1900 |
| 3G | Not Available |
| UMA | Not Available |
| Data Throughput Speed | AT&T 3G up to 3.6 Mbps |
| International Features | |
|---|---|
| Can I call people outside the US and Canada? | Yes |
| International 3G Data Roaming | No |
| International 2G Data Roaming | Yes |
| Can I make and receive calls outside the US and Canada? | Yes |
| Can I send and receive text messages from people outside the US and Canada? | Yes |
| Can I send and receive messages while outside the US and Canada? | Yes |
| Can I use the email and mobile web features on my phone while outside the US and | 2G (EDGE) |
Expert Reviews of BlackBerry® 8830 (Sprint)
Expert Rating: 3.8
by Joni Blecher -- August 15th 2007
Can’t decide between the BlackBerry Curve and the 8830? Well, your final call depends on your carrier and what you really need from this smartphone. Both store pictures, videos, and music; have Bluetooth; can be used around the globe; support expandable memory; sport the great trackball found on the Pearl; and of course, offer easy access to multiple e-mail accounts. The 8830 lacks a camera, which makes it a lot more office friendly, and it has a larger keyboard. The Curve, on the other hand, can snap pics, and it's more compact and a bit easier to type on, thanks to the QWERTY keyboard. So who would find the BlackBerry 8830 just the right fit? In short, jet-setters who need a BlackBerry with stellar battery life that they can take to the office without hassle and use around the globe.
Most Helpful Customer Reviews of the BlackBerry® 8830 (Sprint)
Customer Rating: 4.5
by Al Guyton -- March 6th 2008 -- Chicago, IL
After about 5 weeks, I turned in my "LG- Voyager" on 01/24/08, and purchased the "Blackberry 8830". I did this primarily, because of the functionality of the address book, and appointment scheduler. It also integrates with "Outlook". The total integration of the phone is "awesome". I miss the "T.V." option, as well as the "Touch Screen", and "Camera" that the "Voyager " had, but the Blackberry has better a "Navagation System", in that it doesn't freeze or crash. The "Roller Ball" takes some getting used to; I just have to slow down a bit, when I use it. I also like the idea that I can place the cursor on any phone number right in an e-mail message, or any "Notes" section, and press the roller ball to actually make a phone call! I can also go to my address book via the Navigator, and integrate that information into mapping, and communications. My Service Provider is "Verizon Wireless", which I have had for several years now, and intend to keep. Their service is fine, and the Blackberry Plan is great. The plan is so reasonable, that I actually thought that they had made a mistake. I had to double check with them to make sure that I was understanding it correctly.
Customer Rating: 4
by Jman -- February 24th 2008 -- Stafford, VA
Lets remember, we are here to rate the PHONE, not the service provider. You can get the same exact phone on at least 2 other service providers. I can't help but believe that the reviews on here are tainted with people's dislikes in their SP. If you don't like your SP, then switch, but don't rate the phone poorly because of your dislikes in your SP. I'll try to keep it simple... :-)) I broke down the phone based on my opinon below, otherwise just read this-- Overall this phone handles all business needs and I rate it 9/10 if thats your main concern. However it lacks in flashy features that come with a lot of the other smartphones devices that are similar so I rate it 7/10 for those who are just planning to buy the most expensive device they can... trying to look cool. What you don't know is having a BB is very expensive, you can't use it to its full capabilities without having a decent base plan and then having a DATA PLAN strictly designed for use with the BB devices. Those data plans carry a nasty rate (depending on carrier). Expect to pay $45.99 for your voice plan and $39.99 for your unlimted BB data plan. That doesn't include insurance etc... and you still have to pay for texting!!!!!!!!! Well that may vary depending on your SP, but as far as SPRINT goes... All of the above applies! Those who are lucky enough to get reimbursed for the rates from texting and data are in good shape (like myself). You don't have to have a data plan, but all smartphones would be sort of useless with out them... 1. COMMUNICATION 10/10 - This device as a means of communication is second to none. Compared to other smartphones I have owned, such as the PPC-6700, the BB8830's simple interface and messaging system makes emailing, sms texting, instant messaging and all of the above a breez. The voice comes in clear and the speaker phone is high end like the ones in Nextel's phones. 2. BATTERY LIFE 9/10 - This is probably reason number 2 why I even bought the device, if not one. Again, compared to a device such as a PPC, there is no competition. My PPC's battery life was terrible and continued to get worse as time went on. You can feel safe about leaving home without your charger if you own a BB8830. With moderate use, and by moderate I mean normal every day use, you get a solid 48 hours of use before you would want charge it again. And everyday use for me includes talking, texting, email, games, web browsing, GPS activated while using the built in maps. Great deal for some what heavy abuse right? 3. DESIGN 5/10 | EASE OF USE 8/10 - I like this device, but it is poorley designed in my opinion. With all the other phones on the market that cost this much, a touch screen would have been nice and because it lacks a touch screen, it makes doing some things a pain. This is where this phone loses to the PPC and TREO, but maybe this is why the battery last so long??? a) Web browsing on the BB8830 is somewhat lame and very boring but it serves its purpose. Having to use the trackball to scroll down pages makes me sick, I need to find out if there is way to skip down pages by half. Use of a stylus to select and copy things on the screen is amazing, RIM needs to work on that. b) The keyboard is small and thats because of the design. I really like the idea behnd the slide out keyboard. However, it doesn't take that long to get used to it, as with any phone. c) No camera, sometimes its just easier to take a picture rather than upload them. And since everything else has a camera on it, why not this? For the price jeez... d) The buttons on the side are just terrible. Poor location is the problem and the same goes for the charger port... that should be ont he bottom with a pull out cover. Good thing the hot button on the left can be set to do other things. e) Im not sure if there is one, but there needs to be an auto lock function. Other than those 4 things, the BB8830 is pretty much straight foward. The GPS is accurate, the device doesn't lock up and crash on you and it can do all the things the other devices can do. I suggest the main focus be the batterey life
Customer Rating: 3.8
by Mark -- November 22nd 2007 -- Atlanta, GA
I purchased 3 BlackBerry 8830's from the Sprint Website for my business. It took over a week to get the order in. Sprint charged my corporate credit card $700 but the order never processed. 2 weeks later that was cleared up and the order was finally processed. The phones arrived but the Blackberry plan was not what I ordered. I spent 3 days trying to get the Blackberry Worldwide Data plan but the Sprint rep in India kept signing us up for the wrong plan. We canceled the service and sent the phones back to sprint. 3 months later still waiting for our refund. WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE we have ever seen.
Customer Rating: 3
by Robert Bennett -- November 14th 2007 -- Tallmadge, OH
The BlackBerry 8830 features were average at best. The particular phone supplied to me would not engage Sprint web services and would not enable me to access personal email accounts. Sprint customer service to abysmal. I spent no less than 7 and one-half hours on the phone trying to get these and other issues resolved. Sprint's customer service and tech service was totally inept and useless. Service with Sprint was terminated out of total frustration. In my opinion, Blackberry would do well to end its ties with Sprint.
Customer Rating: 5
by Cody Loving -- June 21st 2007 -- Sherman, TX
This has been a great edition to the Blackberry Family. I must say I upgraded from the 7520 (which was a good one too). First, the 8830 is sleek looking and more "up to date" It has wonderful battery life, and it is loud easy to hear when driving down road. Great edition, and good and job Blackberry "RIM".
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