BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300

There is no denial in the fact that BB phones have been selling as pieces of hot cakes due to the cult brand status of BB in india but the consumer has to understand the purpose of their buy. Most buyers buy due to so called easier communication due to the Blackberry Messenger which cost Rs. 300 without internet and Rs. 400 with internet in which the buyer limits his communication profile only to the blackberry users on the other hand an android user may download a popular messenger like "whatsapp" or "yahoo messenger" which could run on a monthly GPRS internet recharge of Rs 98 (2GB upload/download) in which the communication proflie is not only extended to Android user but also the users on PC, apple's iOS, Blackberry, etc. as these apps are availabe for all OSs. Morever the Application database for BB is very limited and most of the Apps are paid. The only reason why BB was so popular amongst the Corporates was because of the secured encrypted E-mail service previously offered BB which also has now been lost due to the govt. The web browsing experience is so much easier in cases of any android phones like Samsung Pop/ galaxy II which have been competitively priced under Rs 10k. So there is really no specific reason to opt for a blackberry apart from the qwerty keypad feature.

I bought 'Blackberry Curve 3G' after due research and comparisons. Though the vendor I chose (Flipkart) was a very good decision, however the phone is not perfect.
I would say I am not disappointed by the phone however for the ones who are reading this review; the decision will hang on the balance between your needs and what is offered.

ves
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1. The processor is good. Hence the phone is fast. May have to do with Airtel BB connection I have.
2. QWERTY keypad and the keys are good. The functions on the keys are exhaustive.
3. The Data card is sufficient.
4. I like the interface. Is simple yet efficient. Classy font and aesthetics.
5. The call interface is good. Exhaustive options. Like the ease and quality of conferencing.
6. I love the touchpad feature! It makes the working so much easier and cool
7. Network (Phone, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth) are good.
8. The email functionality and service is very good and extremely user-friendly, convenient and classy.
9. This phone is very addictive!!
10. It has a 'Password Keeper' functionality which is a God sent. Very effective!
11. Blackberry Messenger is obviously very good!!
12. Apps like Google phone app, Facebook and Twitter are very user-friendly, however that will be the case with Android too, so not much of a differentiator.

-ves
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1. The GPS is disappointing. B Maps never works. Even Google maps (Latitude, Foursquare, Waze and other social GPS apps) are slow. Frustrating
2. Phone becomes slightly slow when you load more than 10 apps.
3. 'AppWorld' has very limited and
4. The camera (2 MP) is barely decent. Even the video quality is disappointing.
5. Though it was expected the music functionality disappoints. Voice quality is good however the hands-free is not music friendly. Only call-friendly!
6. The contacts directory is again exhaustive however there are no customizable options.
7. I didn't find the Word, Excel etc. functionality very comfortable.

Overall, I have given it 4-stars. This functionality suits every requirement for me except the apps part. It is a good classy and addictive phone to have. A very good and welcome change from Nokia N73.
Buy this phone for -
- If you want to stay connected on-the-go
- Like classy attributes and aesthetics
- Not prone to use many apps
- Want to experience a rich and dignified feel
- Obviously, Business oriented

This is great phone and a very different experience after android.
The OS is new and features are great. Though the Data plans appear to be costly but you would not disappoint with the services the mobile gives.

mobile looks and feels great to hold. and good service from flipkart

Positive Things:
1. Excellent speed which never deteriorate over period of time like all other nonBB phones.
2. Querty keypad is built-wise excellent and user friendly compared to all other Querty phones
3. I am serving without BIS BES plan in just Rs99@month with RIM GSM so don't bother that costly BIS is must.Now those days r over. Without BIS BES also u can enjoy all apps like pushmail, gtalk, facebook, youtube,googlemaps and everything
4. Best phone for calls - Features like conferencing, enhancing voice clarity r excellent.

Negative Points :
1. PC software is worst one I have seen in my life. Nokia PC Suite is best one amongst all PC software.
2. 2MP camera is very disappointing. Picture taken r completely useless. Just for shake of saying that have still and video camera.
3. 65k screen resolution makes screen extremely dull, u won't like watching photo or video in it.
4. Very limited app available in market

Conclusion : This phone is excellent for busyness people who want faster processing mobile. But poor for young generation who need mobile for entertainment purpose too.

Completly agree with DV Reviews. Blackberry is very much hyped compared to other phones. Most people purchase it just for show-off and they actually do not use most of its functions optimally.