BlackBerry 8800 (AT&T)
Manufacturer: BlackBerry Part number: 8800n(AT&T)
Where to buy
*Total price for the BlackBerry 8800 (AT&T) are estimated and may vary slightly based on exact tax, shipping, manufacturer rebate or any sale/promotion on the merchant site.
show CNET editors' review
BlackBerry 8800 (AT&T) price range: $117.64
- Reviewed by: Bonnie Cha
- Edited by: Kent German
- Reviewed on: 02/21/2007
- Released on: 02/21/2007
The good: Boasting a sleek and sexy design, the RIM BlackBerry 8800 offers integrated GPS, push-to-talk capabilities, and multimedia features. The quadband smart phone also has Bluetooth, push e-mail, a full QWERTY keyboard, and long talk-time battery life.
The bad: Unfortunately, the BlackBerry 8800 doesn't work on Cingular's 3G network nor does it have integrated Wi-Fi. Call quality was a little muffled, and the phone is quite wide and awkward to hold. The media player could also use some refinements, and instant messaging is limited to the BlackBerry Messenger client.
The bottom line: Despite some minor issues, the RIM BlackBerry 8800 offers mobile professionals a well-rounded smart phone with added multimedia functions, GPS, and push-to-talk capabilities. That said, messaging remains its forte.
Read CNET's full review
show User reviews
Write Review Showing opinion 61 to 63 out of 63
-
-
4 stars
Beauty is only on the outside and not the inside
by noelfranklin on February 28, 2007
Pros: Very beautiful phone (thats it)
Cons: not enough features
Summary: I am a big fan of blackberry devices. Currently I have the Blackberry 8700c and I love it (probably more than my wife). However I can’t say the same ...
Read more
Summary: I am a big fan of blackberry devices. Currently I have the Blackberry 8700c and I love it (probably more than my wife). However I can’t say the same for the new 8800.
The pros: Still has the traditional and reliable email services
You can dial numbers in any format straight from test message, email, etc.
Slimmer, sleeker, and smaller
The cons: The 8800 is missing a lot of features. Mostly multi media. I understand that this is primarily a business phone I still think that its missing a Camera, video recording, an upgrade to a better browser and it needs way better video playback software.
Ok so why doesn't the 8800 have a camera? or video recording? Those are the big questions. I don't understand how you can have all these features (including picture messaging) and just not have a camera function on the phone. Cameras and video recording device are excellent and are not only used for leisure time. They can be used for legal matters, criminal investigations, and most all business affairs. Camera phones are the wave of the future (well actually we’re passed that wave already because there are tons of camera phones out there). A camera is necessary in many situations especially in New York City where you can send a picture to the "911 emergency services" department if you see something happening. With a camera added the Blackberry 8800 would be even closer to being a one stop shop, inspector gadget, double O – 7 phone.
Oh and also the web browser. Before I go I must express my disappointment. With so much competition out there you would think that RIM Blackberry company would try to do better. It’s like they just threw this phone (Blackberry 8800) together and said the hell with it. The web browser is so last year. You don’t even have the wide view feature where you can view the entire website in whole or zoom in and the see the website in part.
Well ok I’m done bashing Blackberry. I hope they step it up on their next phone. I wonder when that’s going to come out?
Show less
0 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
-
4 stars
Sleek design
by oladipoaina on February 24, 2007
Pros: Nothing new
Cons: No camera, No 3G capabilities
Summary: I think it's rather annoying that at this level of development, product designers in RIM don't still get it. Why should a phone, with these capabilities, not have ...
Read more
Summary: I think it's rather annoying that at this level of development, product designers in RIM don't still get it. Why should a phone, with these capabilities, not have a camera and 3G features. I think that's very disappointing.
Show less
1 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
-
3 stars
better looking but not functional
by tam718 on February 14, 2007
Pros: looks better and is thinner
Cons: no camera or video, cant edit documents, no touch screen
Summary: a nicer looking, thinner phone but for $300 i should get a camera, be able to edit documents and have a touchscreen. Also, should be 3G capable. Would be a ...
Read more
Summary: a nicer looking, thinner phone but for $300 i should get a camera, be able to edit documents and have a touchscreen. Also, should be 3G capable. Would be a better value if sold for the price of the Pearl but still should have a camera(optional).
Show less
0 out of 5 users found this user opinion helpful.
Showing opinion 61 to 63 out of 63
See pricing
show Specifications
- Manufacturer: BlackBerry
- Part number: 8800n(AT&T)
- Bottom Line: Despite some minor issues, the RIM BlackBerry 8800 offers mobile professionals a well-rounded smart phone with added multimedia functions, GPS, and push-to-talk capabilities. That said, messaging remains its forte.
General
- Product Type BlackBerry
- Phone Design PDA
- Width 2.6 in
- Depth 0.6 in
- Height 4.5 in
- Weight 0.3 lbs
Cellular
- Technology GSM
- Band GSM 850/1900
Messaging & Internet
- Messaging & Data Features Text messages,
Multimedia messages (MMS)
Communications
- Wireless Interface Bluetooth
Phone Features
- Additional Features GPS
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories USB cable,
Wall charger
See pricing
Manage updates with the Download App
%20-%20Compare%20prices,%20reviews,%20user%20opinions%20-%20Shopper.com&srcUrl=http://shopper.cnet.com/smartphones/blackberry-8800-at-t/4014-6452_9-32329098-7.html?info%3Duser&x_breadcrumb=8900:3488:3504:6452&x_arw_bkts=MAD:first_impression,MAD:low_wireless_switcher){kind=small}