The Blackberry 8320 Curve is the latest iteration of the once AT&T exclusive 8300, but with at least one major improvement.
The 8320 uses a wonderful new technology called UMA or Unlicensed Mobile Access, which allows the user to make WiFi calls seamlessly and without the need for a separate VoIP account. This makes the use of WiFi even more attractive than it already was since the user does not need additional applications in order to enjoy the benefits and savings of WiFi.
There is a fee associated with UMA through cell providers such as T-Mobile, Rogers and AT&T who usually require you to pay fees starting at $10/per month for Hotspot service. However, keep in mind that calls originating as UMA are billed for their duration as such and at no additional expense, even if you leave a WiFi area and the phone switches back to GSM. This, combined with unlimited domestic WiFi calls, and the $10/per month fee is a bargain for heavy users.
Ergonomically the Curve offers the spaciousness of older Blackberries, with a 35-key Qwerty keypad with a white backlight and keys that are well designed for easy, fast typing. The 8320 Curve is available in both Titanium (gun metal gray) and Pale Gold (champagne).
What the Critics Are Saying...
- Michael Oryl, MobileBurnIn conclusion, the RIM BlackBerry Curve 8320 and the T-Mobile @Home service work well together when your home/office and its WiFi network fit properly. You might still experience the random dropped call when leaving the house, but the vast majority of time the system works very well. But if your hom...
- Roger Thomasson, WiredSporting smooth lines similar to other Curve models, the compact 8320 feels sturdy and solid in hand.
- David Boyd , CrackBerryI really want to like this device, but I’m not so sure that enough of the bugs have been worked out yet. My primary reason for getting the 8320 was to get improved coverage at my house. With the UMA going in and out all the time, I’m not so sure I have achieved that. I think T-Mobile jus...
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BlackBerry backs up the 8320 Curve with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.
If your 8320 Curve has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact BlackBerry support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find BlackBerry's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.
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