BlackBerry Curve 8320 review
Network and connections
A device dedicated to Business users, but one that also adapts well to less demanding use. The technical features are of quality, starting with the Quadband GSM receiver, capable of guaranteeing optimal coverage in any area of the world. UMTS network is not supported, however thanks to GPRS it is possible to comfortably browse the Web, opening HTML pages with the dedicated browser. Or one can take advantage of distributed networks, with Wi-Fi support. Clearly Bluetooth is not missing, handy for exchanging files with other devices; or again the USB 2.0 data output.
Design and features
At first glance the Curve 8320 resembles a classic handheld, with the addition of an extended QWERTY keyboard truly useful for quickly writing any type of text. Just above the screen, a 320x240 pixel TFT, capable of delivering vivid and bright images up to 65,000 colors. The dimensions are compact, exactly to fit in the palm of your hand. Hence the 15.5 mm thickness and a weight of only 111 grams. The finishes are carefully crafted, to give elegance and importance to the device. A directional pad and some function keys help in managing operations. The body is a single block, slightly curved to increase the sense of grip and comfort. In the sales package you will find the data cable and the USB headset, as well as the handy protective case.
Main features
The BlackBerry platform is famous for its functions dedicated to office management, for making conference calls, for managing email on the go and checking any type of document. The extended keyboard immediately proves to be an excellent tool for quickly writing messages and Emails. There is no shortage of advanced contact management with the address book, a calendar to keep track of personal appointments, alarm clock, calculator and clock. One can also install BlackBerry-compatible applications, to be downloaded from the dedicated portal. Instant Messaging utilities are supported. Clearly there is a speakerphone, a voice recorder and voice command calling.
Entertainment and multimedia
For leisure moments outside of work it is convenient to have a device that can offer good multimedia capabilities. So here the Curve 8320 is equipped with a digital camera, with a resolution of 2 megapixels. It allows you to take good quality photographs, even in unfavorable light conditions, thanks to integrated Zoom and Flash. In addition, you can record short videos, to be saved on the 64 MB internal memory, expandable via microSD cards. This way you will also have space for your favorite audio and video files, to be played back with the multimedia player. Interesting is the presence of a GPS receiver, to use additional features such as satellite navigation. Battery life is a strong point of BlackBerry devices; the lithium battery in fact guarantees up to 408 hours in Stand-by.