RIM BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220: Photos, Specs & Review

The RIM BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 is first one of the clamshell model from RIM. The BlackBerry Pearl Flip is very functional. It has many added features and a good choice when it comes to smart phone for an individual. However, it is not perfect for the power business users.

Build & Design

The RIM BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 has a clamshell design model. However, it is not flashy in design. The measurement of the smart phone in closed state is 3.9″x1.9″x0.7″ and weighs 3.6 ounces. In the open state, Pearl Flip 8220 is quite tall. A very compact flip phone, it has a solid construction. It is available in two colors: black and red. The display is 1.6-inch diagonal with a 128×160 pixel resolution. MicroSD cards up to 16GB can be placed in the right spine of the Pearl flip.

Keypad

The RIM BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 has a Sure Type keyboard and trackball navigator. Talk and End keys are placed below the display. The keyboard is modified with two letter aligned to one button. The buttons are spacious and large, which provides comfortable typing for the user. The images taken are on average with a 2-megapeixel camera.

Performance & Benchmarks

Overall performance of the RIM BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 is quite good and has an excellent call quality. It is of clamshell design, so no more auto-on or auto-wake in the pocket. Again, it is not 3G enabled but can be easily connected to the Wi-Fi, which is meant for casual browsing. The Pearl Flip 8220 offers an outstanding e-mail option. T-Mobile’s MyFaves service is supported by the Pearl Flip 8220, which enables one to make unlimited call to five contacts. It is one of the most compact amongst the flip phones. The battery life is not that strong, so one should charge well before leaving home.

Specifications of RIM BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220:

General: It is not 3G enabled, but has quad-band

Size & weight: 3.9 inches x 1.9 inches x 0.7 inch deep and weighs 3.6 ounces

Display: 1.6-inch non touch display 128×160-pixel resolution

Resolution: 65,536-color

Camera: 2-megapixel camera with flash

Features: GPRS, Wireless connectivity, text and multimedia messaging,

Warranty: It comes with a limited one-year warranty

Pros of RIM BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220: Clamshell design, larger keyboard, excellent audio

Cons of RIM BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220: Narrower screen, no 3G

Price: $305.01-$399.99