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BlackBerry Pearl 3G review

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The BlackBerry Pearl 3G currently has an Informr score of 6.8 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 4 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
BlackBerry
Operating system
Operating system
BlackBerry
624 MHz
Processor
Processor
624 MHz
2.2"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2.2"
3+ MP
Camera
Camera
3+ MP
1150 mAh
Battery

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PhoneArena
PhoneArena

If there is one target audience that the RIM BlackBerry Pearl 3G is targeting, then it's none other than entry-level users looking to move up to a smartphone. Naturally, the Pearl 3G perfectly fills the gap in making the transition smooth and without over-complicating things. The updated looking...

- PhoneArena Team, PhoneArena
Electronista
Electronista

It feels and acts much more like a quality device than its predecessors, and it finally doesn't have to give up important hardware features to get to its undoubtedly good price.

- Jon Fingas, Electronista

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BlackBerry backs up the Pearl 3G with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

If your Pearl 3G 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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Screen Size
2.2"

The BlackBerry Pearl 3G's screen size is 2.2 inches with 360 x 400 pixels resolution.
Processor
624 MHz

There is a 624 MHz processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on the BlackBerry operating system (OS).
Camera
3+ MP

You can take photos with the phone's onboard 3+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.
Storage
No

Internal memory is No. An external, MicroSD (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
1150mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1150 mAh battery. BlackBerry's performance ratings are 330 minutes.

Pearl 3G Specs

Overview
Release Date November 7, 2010
Regions Available USA, Canada
Operating System BlackBerry

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Processor 624 MHz
Internal Storage
RAM 256 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 1.09 W/kg
Body: 1.16 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
HSDPA 3.6
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling Unknown
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) Unknown
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, DUN, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD (up to 32 GB)
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 3+ Megapixels
Zoom
 2.5x digital
Flash
 Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
 Auto focus
Video Recording Formats
 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV
Video Recording Parameters
 240 x 180 pixels
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 65k
Resolution 360 x 400 pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 2.2 inches
Secondary Display
Sensors Ambient Light
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1150 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 330 minutes
Standby Time Up to 18 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Unknown
Colors Piano Black, Opal Pink, Royal Purple, Flash White, Red Gradient
Dimensions [H x W x D] 10.8 x 5 x 1.3 cm (4.3 x 2 x 0.5 in)
Weight 93 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key Unknown
Home Key Unknown
Input / Keyboard Type SureType / 20-key
Navigation Type Optical pad
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
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Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, IM
ROM: 256MB
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Zoom / Magnification: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: SureType
Voicemail Key: Yes
Any Key Answer: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Auto Answer: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange, Lotus Domino, Blackberry Connect
PC Synchronization: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: AAC, eAAC+, MP3, OGG, WMA, WAV
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MPEG-4, WMV
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Viewable document types: XLS, RTF, JPG, GIF, DOC, PDF, TXT, HTML, BMP
Games: Downloadable
Apps: No
Included Software / Apps: Blackberry Desktop Software
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Timer, Calculator, Currency Converter, Weather, Stocks, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): BlackBerry 9100

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