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BlackBerry Bold 9780 review

8.2/10 AVG.
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The BlackBerry Bold 9780 currently has an Informr score of 8.2 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 18 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
BlackBerry
Operating system
Operating system
BlackBerry
624 MHz
Processor
Processor
624 MHz
2.44"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2.44"
5+ MP
Camera
Camera
5+ MP
1500 mAh
Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

GSMArena
GSMArena

The BlackBerry Bold 9780 is a pretty solid RIM device. Just like the Bold 9700 before it, the 9780 gives you excellent build quality, smooth performance and the corporate grade email and data security. If this is the kind of phone you are looking for, you might as well stop reading right here.No, se...

- GSMArena Team, GSMArena
Top Ten Reviews
Top Ten Reviews

The BlackBerry Bold is a multimedia cell phone with several business features and several entertainment applications. You'll also find a 5MP camera and a media player on this device. The BlackBerry Bold 9780 doesn't have a touchscreen; instead, it has a QWERTY keyboard.

- Top Ten Reviews Team, Top Ten Reviews
AnandTech
AnandTech

As a device in itself, the Bold is pretty good if completely indistinct. There is nothing that stands out in particular, but it gets the job done well enough. While nothing revolutionary has happened on the hardware front just yet, it is good to see that RIM is in fact working in the background tryi...

- Mithun Chandrasekhar, AnandTech
Mobile88
Mobile88

The Bold 9780 is indeed an excellent smartphone with an excellent exterior design and a solid operating system. However, we noticed that it has an average battery life. Leaving data and WiFi connectivity always on, the Bold hardly could sustain itself for a day when we play some music and games, per...

- Lim Pei Hao, Mobile88
MobileBurn
MobileBurn

If you're a BlackBerry fan and want to stick with a BlackBerry, then the Bold 9780 is an excellent choice.

- Todd Haselton, MobileBurn
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BlackBerry backs up the Bold 9780 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

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Screen Size
2.44"

The BlackBerry Bold 9780's screen size is 2.44 inches with x pixels resolution.
Processor
624 MHz

There is a 624 MHz processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.
Camera
5+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 5+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.
Storage
512 MB

Internal memory is 512 MB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
1500mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1500 mAh battery. BlackBerry's performance ratings are 22 days standby time, 360 minutes.

Bold 9780 Specs

Overview
Release Date November 17, 2010
Regions Available USA, Canada
Operating System

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Processor 624 MHz
Internal Storage 512 MB
RAM 512 MB
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 0.41 W/kg
Body: 1.34 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Data Cable, Headset, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
EDGE, HSDPA 7.2, HSUPA
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB Micro-USB 2.0
USB OTG Support
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared
Bluetooth 2.1
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, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB)
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 5+ Megapixels
Zoom
 2x digital
Flash
 Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
 Auto focus, Image stabilization
Video Recording Formats
 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, WMV, DivX, XviD
Video Recording Parameters
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 65k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 2.44 inches
Secondary Display
Sensors Ambient Light
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1500 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 360 minutes
Standby Time Up to 22 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Colors Black, White
Dimensions [H x W x D] 10.9 x 6.0 x 1.4 cm (4.3 x 2.4 x 0.6 in)
Weight 119 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type QWERTY
Navigation Type D-pad
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
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Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, AIM, Yahoo, Windows Live, Blackberry
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voicemail Key: Yes
Any Key Answer: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: 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, Blackberry Connect
PC Synchronization: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MIDI, MP3, eAAC+, AAC+, AAC, AMR, WMA Pro, WMA
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, WMV, DivX, XviD
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: WPA2
Viewable document types: DOC, PDF, PPT, RTF, TXT, XLS
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Timer, Calculator, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

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2GB memory card included. Upgrade to BlackBerry OS 6 available
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