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BlackBerry Bold 9700

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User ratings:
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4.2 out of 5
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4 stars
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3 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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Pros

  • are well written and also easy to follow
  • easier to slide on and off the phone too
  • The Bold 9700 chugs along nicely

Cons

  • no more support
  • screen seemed a little too widescreen for our liking
  • any lag when we had six applications open

Key specs

  • 3.2 Mpx
  • 2.44 in
  • 480, 360 px
  • IPS TFT
  • 246 ppi
  • 1500 mAh
  • Single-core

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BlackBerry Bold 9700 - Pros & Cons

BlackBerry Bold 9700

Pros

  • are well written and also easy to follow
  • easier to slide on and off the phone too
  • The Bold 9700 chugs along nicely
  • more pronounced polished chrome border brilliantly elevating the overall appeal of the phone
  • solid feel of the phone helps complement that overall aura of quality
  • BlackBerry Bold 9700 features the best of everything RIM currently offers
  • the same -- also terrifically clear
  • crisp and beautiful
  • superior navigational tool and provides a smoother experience
  • moving between folders is absolutely seamless
  • Reception strength is good

Cons

  • no more support
  • screen seemed a little too widescreen for our liking
  • any lag when we had six applications open
  • The screen is a little smaller than the original
  • losing visibility when using it outdoors in direct sunlight
  • t quite stomach a modern smartphone stuck on EDGE Internet
  • no trackball in sight here
  • lacks a hardware QWERTY keyboard
  • can't sync contacts and calendars wirelessly with Microsoft Exchange
  • Display resolution gets a slight bump to 480 by 360 pixels
  • Lacks the T-Mobile version's unlimited Wi-Fi calling

BlackBerry Bold 9700 - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
2.44 in
Best:
Asus FonePad 8
Screen size: 8 in
IconBattery capacity
1500 mAh
Best:
Doogee BL12000
Battery capacity: 12000 mAh
IconPixel density
246 ppi
Best:
Sony Xperia Z6
Pixel density: 891 ppi
IconCPU clock speed
0.62 GHz
Best:
Motorola Moto G100
CPU clock speed: 3.2 GHz

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BlackBerry Bold 9700 - Full Specifications

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Hardware
Operating systemBlackBerry 6
CPU clock speed0.62 GHz
CPU coresSingle-core
RAM memory56 MB
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Rear camera
Primary sensor resolution3.2 Mpx
Video recordingyes
Highest video resolution640 x 480 px
Autofocusyes
Digital Image Stabilizationyes
Digital zoomyes
LED Flashyes
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Silver
Water resistantno
Shock resistantno
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Sensors
Ambient light sensoryes
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Connectivity
Sim card sizeMini-SIM
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth version2.1 EDR
Bluetooth profile
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
Charging connectionUSB
Headphone connection3.5 mm
USB version2.0
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Battery
Replaceable batteryyes
Battery typeLithium ion
Battery capacity1500.0 mAh
Standby time504.0 h
Talk time6.0 h
Fast chargingno
Wireless charging no
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Display
Screen size2.44 in
Touchscreenno
Number of colors65K
Panel typeLCD
Resolution480 x 360 px
TechnologyIPS TFT
Pixel density246.0 ppi
Dual screen supportno
HDRno
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Storage
Internal storage1 GB
Memory card readeryes
Maximum card storage32GB
Types of memory card supported
  • microSD
  • microSDHC
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Dimensions
Height4.29 in
Width2.36 in
Depth0.56 in
Weight4.3 oz
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Other features
FM radioyes
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Cellular
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)yes
Wireless networking standard
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
Data transmissionHSDPA
Navigation systemA-GPS
2G GSMyes
GSM frequencies
  • 850 MHz
  • 900 MHz
  • 1800 MHz
  • 1900 MHz
3G UMTSyes
4G LTEno

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BlackBerry Bold 9700 BlackBerry - Editorial Reviews (16)

4.1
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BlackBerry Bold 9700 Review : Virgin BlackBerry Bold 9700 Smartphone
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Review : Virgin BlackBerry Bold 9700 Smartphone

<b>BlackBerry</b>%C2%92s seem to be the unit of choice for the large amount of commuters I see on the occasions I travel back home during the evening. What I cannot really understand is why a good number of them need to have two.

BlackBerry Bold 9700 RIM BlackBerry Bold 9700 (AT&T)
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PCMag UK
Published: 06.10.2010
RIM BlackBerry Bold 9700 (AT&T)
4.0

PC Magazine is your complete guide to computers, phones, tablets, peripherals and more. We test and review the latest gadgets, products and services, report technology news and trends, and provide shopping advice and price comparisons.

BlackBerry Bold 9700 BlackBerry Bold 9700 review | IT PRO
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IT PRO
Published: 19.11.2009
BlackBerry Bold 9700 review | IT PRO
4.0

The Bold 9700 is the latest in RIM’s flagship line up and its sleek design has got our mouth watering. Does it really deserve to be range topper though? We review it to find out.

BlackBerry Bold 9700 RIM BlackBerry Bold 9700 Review
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Phone Arena
Published: 10.11.2009
RIM BlackBerry Bold 9700 Review
4.3

RIM is about to release the successor to the Bold 9000 - the BlackBerry Bold 9700. The cosmetic resemblance is minimal when you look from afar and pit it against the other devices they've launched. Let's take a closer look into the Bold 9700's world...

BlackBerry Bold 9700 BlackBerry Bold 9700 Review | Digital Trends
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Digital Trends
Published: 01.12.2009
BlackBerry Bold 9700 Review | Digital Trends

In our review of the new Blackberry Bold 9700 we found out that the smaller size and a handful of refinements make the new Bold one of BlackBerry’s best-ever smartphones.

BlackBerry Bold 9700 BlackBerry Bold 9700 review: Dare you go
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GSMArena.com
Published: 08.12.2009
BlackBerry Bold 9700 review: Dare you go

Some handsets will work their socks off to have their fifteen minutes of fame, others are simply born into stardom. The BlackBerry Bold 9700 is certainly...

BlackBerry Bold 9700 Review: RIM BlackBerry Bold 9700
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techsmart.co.za
Review: RIM BlackBerry Bold 9700

The Bold 9700 is business all the way, with a classy look and all the messaging tools you need to back it up.

BlackBerry Bold 9700 Review: BlackBerry Bold 9700
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TechCrunch
Published: 09.11.2009
Review: BlackBerry Bold 9700

The Short Version: I’ve always preferred functionality over looks in my gear. But the Bold 9700 puts a sleek outer cover on a powerful processor. T-Mobile’s first 3G BlackBerry is manufactured by Research In Motion. Perhaps you were expecting something more a bit more post-worthy? RIM&#…

BlackBerry Bold 9700 BlackBerry Bold 9700 review: first look
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Alphr
Published: 26.10.2009
BlackBerry Bold 9700 review: first look

The Storm 2 might be attracting all the headlines right now, but it’s not the only phone RIM is championing right now. As we reported last week, its BlackBerry Bold 9700 (pictured left) has also just been announced, and

BlackBerry Bold 9700 BlackBerry Bold 9700 Review
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HotHardware
Published: 22.12.2009
BlackBerry Bold 9700 Review
4.0

HotHardware looks at the new BlackBerry Bold 9700 in ths in depth review of the RIM SmartPhone.

BlackBerry Bold 9700 BlackBerry Bold 9700 Review
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CrackBerry
Published: 05.11.2009
BlackBerry Bold 9700 Review

Hands-On Review of Research in Motion's BlackBerry Bold 9700 Smartphone

BlackBerry Bold 9700 BlackBerry Bold 9700 review
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TechRadar
Published: 13.11.2009
BlackBerry Bold 9700 review
4.0

Can the new Bold better the excellent original?

BlackBerry Bold 9700 BlackBerry Bold 9700
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CNET
Published: 21.10.2010
BlackBerry Bold 9700

While it's hard to recommend it as an upgrade to current Bold owners, the 9700 is an outstanding phone in its own right and is still among the best handsets for business users.

BlackBerry Bold 9700 BlackBerry Bold 9700 review
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Engadget
Published: 05.11.2009
BlackBerry Bold 9700 review

RIM's successor to the original Bold -- the BlackBerry Bold 9700 -- has finally landed on our doorsteps.

BlackBerry Bold 9700 BlackBerry Bold 9700 Review | Digital Trends
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Digital Trends
Published: 01.12.2009
BlackBerry Bold 9700 Review | Digital Trends

In our review of the new Blackberry Bold 9700 we found out that the smaller size and a handful of refinements make the new Bold one of BlackBerry’s best-ever smartphones.

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