We found this 8220, the large keypad of the Pearl expanded (with two letters per key). Type an SMS or email is relatively easy with SureType predictive technology. Nevertheless, RIM could accommodate an alphanumeric keyboard for true dimensions nicest unit.
The most innovative for the Blackberry is without doubt the presence of dual color display. The internal display (320×240 pixels) is similar to other invoice Pearl. The external display (128×160 pixels) indicates not only the traditional inbound mail (in push email, SMS, MMS) but also new messages from chat clients (Blackberry, Yahoo …). Without deploying the flip, you can view the message on this small display.
Unlike the Bold or Curve 8900, Pearl Flip 8220 does not carry a GPS. However, it is possible to identify with Blackberry Maps (Tele Atlas mapping). It can if it means adding Bluetooth GPS and a dedicated software. If this phone includes a media player and offers a good sound, internal memory is capped at 75MB so it will store your large file MicroSD memory card.
Besides the camera itself to a resolution of 2 megapixels and the pictures are very average, especially in low light (despite the LED flash). Its autonomy is not unique with 3 / 4 days without charge in microUSB.
For once (including Curve 8900, Bold), the BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 will be distributed exclusively at Bouygues Telecom.
Blackberry enthusiasts, or instant messaging standard will find this Blackberry Pearl Flip, a mobile adapted. However, his multiple delays, limited multimedia performance (despite the compatibility Divx) might disappoint fans of multimedia applications.
More : Power of a BlackBerry clamshell format, indication / reading messages on external screen, media player accepting Divx.
Less : Slow unbearable, clamshell massive lack of real alphanumeric keyboard, no GPS, 2 megapixel camera only.
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