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PUBLISHED ON July 2009

BlackBerry 8520

Discontinued
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    Construction
    Dimension109x60x13.9mm (4.29x2.36x0.55")
    Weight106gr (3.74oz)
    Form FactorCandy Bar
    Material
    Colors
    Metal Frame
    Usability
    Display Resolution320x240px
    Display Size50x38mm (1.97x1.5") ~163PPI
    Display Diagonal2.46"
    Display Type65k TFT
    Secondary Display Resolution
    InputMusic-Dedicated Keys
    Navigation Joystick / Button
    QWERTY Keyboard
    Talk Time4 hours, 30 minutes
    Standby Time17 days
    OSBlackBerry OS
    JavaMIDP 2.0
    VibrationAvailable
    RingtonePolyphonic
    Hardware
    Chipset
    Processor512MHz
    GPU
    Ram128MB
    Internal Memory256MB
    External MemorymicroSD
    Camera Resolution2 Megapixel
    Camera Flash
    Camera Lens
    Optical Zoom
    Front Camera
    Second Front Camera
    Front Camera Flash
    Other Functionalities
    SpeakerMono
    Battery Capacity1150mAh
    Battery Type
    Connectivity
    WIMAX
    WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g
    UPnP
    NFC
    USBv2.0
    Bluetoothv2.0
    Positioning SystemIntegrated GPS
    TV Receiver
    TV Out
    Audio Output3.5mm Jack
    Radio
    Ethernet
    Infrared
    Cellular Network
    Network CompatibilityGSM 1800, 1900, 850, 900
    SIM CardsMini
    PTT
    HSCSDHSCSD
    GPRSClass 10
    EDGEClass 10
    AMPS
    CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
    Operators
    Everything Everywhere
    GSM 1800
    O2
    GSM 1800 / GSM 900
    Vodafone
    GSM 1800 / GSM 900
    Three
    VARIOUS
    Price Range

    World Compatibility

    worldwide compatibility
    N/A
    2G
    3G
    3.5G
    4G

    REVIEWS

    80 out of 100
    Phone Arena
    Traditionally RIM has catered to the higher end, but with their push into the consumer market the need for an entry level model was inevitable. Meet the Curve 8520. It offers a ... read more
    73 out of 100
    CNET
    The RIM BlackBerry Curve 8520 is a sleek entry-level smartphone that delivers some nice design enhancements and great performance. While available directly from T-Mobile, Wal-Mart offers the better value on the smartphone. read more
    70 out of 100
    Good Gear Guide
    The lack of 3G and GPS and a poor display are downsides, but the excellent optical trackpad and user interface make the BlackBerry Curve 8520 a decent smartphone. This entry-level BlackBerry isn't for everyone, but budget users who are willing to sacrifice some features for a lower price should consider the Curve 8520. read more
    60 out of 100
    TechRadar
    Will BlackBerry's entry-level smartphone lure you in? read more
    N/A out of 100
    Techhive
    N/A out of 100
    GSMArena
    With the Bold almost reaching perfection in the BlackBerry arts, new horizons need to be explored to keep the spark alive. The tall task to pioneer new territories (in BlackBerry terms anyway) falls on to the Curve 8520. The new Curve has a price tag thats easier on the wallet... read more
    N/A out of 100
    mobile-review

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