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BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230 review

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7/10
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The BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230 currently has an Informr score of 7 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 15 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


BlackBerry
Operating system
Operating system
BlackBerry
Unknown
Processor
Processor
Unknown
2.4"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2.4"
2+ MP
Camera
Camera
2+ MP
900 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


CNET
CNET

The RIM BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230 offers 3G, GPS, good call quality, and BlackBerry's strong e-mail capabilities. The clamshell smartphone also has a 2-megapixel camera and supports BlackBerry App World. While not the flashiest or the most feature-rich device, the RIM BlackBerry Pearl Flip for Veri...

- Bonnie Cha, CNET
CrackBerry
CrackBerry

Good choice for those who like the form factor of a flip phone and want to upgrade from their current dumbphone to something with more features and capabilities.

- Adam Zeis, CrackBerry
BGR
BGR

If we were to rate the Pearl Flip against the best phones on the market like the Bold, Fuze and iPhone 3G, it would absolutely be crushed and no one can deny that. But doing that would be foolish as this device is not at all intended to compete with such devices. So, taking into consideration where...

- Michael Bettiol, BGR
Mobile Syrup
Mobile Syrup

This is such an easy device to learn how to use and by far one of its greatest assets is the web experience. Viewing webpages on this is a joy as it renders pages as if it would on your computer. The actual speed is great (we tested this in both the Bell and TELUS version). On the Bell 8230 it comes...

- John Connors, Mobile Syrup


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BlackBerry backs up the Pearl Flip 8230 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


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Screen Size
2.4"

The BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230's screen size is 2.4 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
Unknown

There is a Intel XScale PXA 272 processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
2+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 2+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.

Storage
128 MB

Internal memory is 128 MB. An external, MicroSD (up to 16 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
900mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 900 mAh battery. BlackBerry's performance ratings are 9 days standby time.

Pearl Flip 8230 Specs

Overview
Release Date November 3, 2008
Regions Available USA, Canada
Operating System No

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Processor Intel XScale PXA 272
Internal Storage 128 MB
RAM No
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD Yes
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 1.23 W/kg
Body: 0.95 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Data Cable, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
1xRTT, EV-DO Rev. 0
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
No
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Yes
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth Yes
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, DUN, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi No
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD (up to 16 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
2+ Megapixels
Zoom
Yes
Flash
Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
White balance
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, WMV
Video Recording Parameters
240 x 180 pixels
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 65k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 2.4 inches
Secondary Display Color LCD (TFT), 128 x 160 pixels, 1.6 inches, 65k
Sensors Ambient Light
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 900 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Up to 9 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Flip
Material Unknown
Colors Black, Pink
Dimensions [H x W x D] 10.1 x 5.0 x 1.8 cm (4 x 2 x 0.7 in)
Weight 102 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers No
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type SureType / 20-key
Navigation Type Trackball
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, AIM, Yahoo, Windows Live
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: SureType
Voice Commands: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
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: MP3, eAAC+, AAC, WMA
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, WMV
Streaming Video: Yes
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
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 Apex
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