Customer Reviews

BlackBerry Curve 8530 Phone, Violet (Verizon Wireless)

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I got this phone a little over a month ago. And I've already had to replace it. Bought it from Amazon coz it was about $50 cheaper that buying from Verizon without a contract.I signed up for the data plan (Blackberry Enterprise Services) so I can access my work email as well. A month into having the phone. I saw that the accessing the internet via the phone was extremely slow and then one day it just stopped.. saying every time that I dont have sufficent network coverage. I live in a DC suburb. Took it to the Verizon store and they said they issue is with the phone, but couldnt figure out what. Luckily they Verizon agreed to replace the phone at no charge. Otherwise the phone's alright.

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I picked up the Blackberry Curve 8520 with my corporate discount and walked away with a nice phone at a very reasonable price. I have to say that I really enjoy the web browser on the new BB. You can zoom in & out with ease. I thought no browser could compare to the iPod Safari besides the Android G1, but after getting this device - I can safely say that this browser is also one of the best. Its right behind the safari and G1. Prior models were confined to small screens, thirty-five dollar internet only data plans, and no ability to zoom in or out. You were subjected to a small screen and reading small text till your eyes was squinting like grandmas.

Pros:
Nice price for new smartphone users
Nice fashion colors that only the CURVE series has
3.5 MM headjack
Nice form factor
New OS (ONly 5.0 OS for SPrint and Verizon users)
Decent call quality (No issues yet)
Excellent new broswer
Mini SD up to 16GB (Wish it was 32GB)
Use your songs as ringers
Wi-Fi
Personal Email (Up to 10 accounts can be added)
IM
BB Meesenger
BB App World
Full HTML Web Browser (Sometimes)
Excellent Multimedia Player (Accepts every format possible)
Crystal clear screen for playing videos
Includes 2 chargers (Wall Charger & USB charger)
Includes ear phones

Cons:
For long time BB users, this device is really just a cosmetic upgrade with a new OS (Flashier Icons)
Micro USB (No more Mini USB)
No Flash on the camera
Only one theme
Feels like a plastic toy
No threaded text messaging
Poor screen resolution
Non RIMM Consumer Changes Mind!
No 3G (ONly 3G for Sprint and Verizon users)

Good entry level smartphones for new users who want to save without paying the high price. However, Verizon has pricey data and text messenging plans which are a requirement. Its hard to justify the plan prices for such an average entry level device.

I've had this Blackberry model for a little over a week now, and I'm happy with it. I think people seeing the "smoky violet" color on this site need to know that the color looks blue on here. In real life (and as can be seen in images on other sites, including Verizon's own site), the phone is much more of a violet (or maybe "light lilac", although that implies "little girl" lilac, and the shade does have a "smokier" shade that makes it not look like a "little girl" color. (A woman's shade, yes - but not "little girly".) As far as the shade goes, think "classic, light-purple, jelly-beans" - with a hint of a grayish tone.)

I've had my BB 8530 for several weeks now and I must say that I absolutely love it! I no longer have to get out my laptop to check my email, look up something on-line etc because its all at my fingertips.

Pros:
Very affordable
Easy to operate
Compact Size
No issues with calls dropping
Nice OS
Can use extra storage for pics, music and docs
TONS of great apps to choose from, many at no charge

Cons:
Short battery life
Casing isn't very durable
Buttons are a bit small
Changing ring tones can be a pain without the OEM holster (such as when you're at the movies)

Overall I am very pleased with this phone and would definitely recommend it for first time smartphone users such as myself.

Purchased this as my first BlackBerry experience and love it! The keys could be bigger, but overall very happy with this model.