Blackberry Bold 9700: Boldly going where no Blackberry has gone before..?

David Swan
Friday, 06 November 2009 18:57

Your IT - Entertainment

RIM has debuted its new Blackberry Bold 9700 smartphone in Australia and New Zealand, with a raft of new features and a fresh design. But is it truly revolutionary?


After much talk and many rumours, Research In Motion (RIM) has officially debuted the BlackBerry Bold 9700 smartphone in Australia and New Zealand. The new smartphone aims to build on the success of the original BlackBerry Bold and offers "state-of-the-art functionality and multimedia features" in a new design that will appeal to a host of new users.

According to RIM:
The BlackBerry Bold 9700 smartphone offers top-of-the-line performance, functionality and features with support for 3G HSDPA networks around the world, a next-generation (624 MHz) processor, 256 MB Flash memory, built-in GPS and Wi-Fi®, a 3.2MP camera and a sharp, dazzling display.

Cutting edge engineering and premium finishes extend to the exterior of the handset as well, with a smoothly integrated touch-sensitive trackpad and a highly tactile, distinctive, fretted keyboard. The dark chrome frame and leatherette back add to the new smartphone's elegant look, while the narrow profile, balanced weight and soft-touch sides allow it to feel incredibly comfortable in one hand.

“The original BlackBerry Bold was a great achievement and a significant success for RIM in the Australian and New Zealand market. We are now pleased to be bringing the new BlackBerry Bold 9700 to Australia and New Zealand and we believe that customers will be even more impressed with its new and exciting features, exceptional performance and light and optimised design,” said Adele Beachley, Managing Director, Australia and New Zealand, Research In Motion.

What are the key features of the handset? Check them out on the second page.

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