Blackberry 7130e

Pros: Broadband Internet capability, huge display, auto on/off, and Bluetooth...
Cons: Should come in a flip version too...

A month ago I start this new and exciting job as a Network Systems Administrator that requires me to carry a Blackberry with me at all times because they want to be able to get a hold of me whenever there is a need. So on my first day at work, they ...

Pros: Fast network access; integration of data and voice; lovely display.
Cons: Cell phone speaker could use some work.

Canadian based Research in Motion (RIM), the makers of the now infamous BlackBerry has been much in the news of late. And for a while there it looked as though the much ballyhooed wireless data provider was going to have to close up shop, but at ...

Pros: Excellent call quality, loud speakerphone, bright screen, good reception, and easy to use scroll wheel
Cons: Poor menu, can't download pics and such directly from computer (to my knowledge), hard keyboard

Please keep in mind when reviewing this, that while I am a technofreak, this is surprisingly my first pda phone. As such, I think this review is best for people in the same boat. When deciding on this phone, I was first considering the Palm Treo 700p ...

Pros: solid phone features, good email support, awesome Internet capability, reasonable price
Cons: smaller screen and keyboard

BlackBerry is the undisputed leader in the wireless email arena. However BlackBerry devices haven't been fabulous when used as phones. The new 7130e has improved significantly in that department. The shape of 7130e, at first sight, looks like a ...

Pros: Broadband speeds, super voice quality, compact size compared to 7250.
Cons: Speakerphone is distored at top volume. Some may not enjoy the smaller keyboard.

Well I have been using my BlackBerry 7130e for a few weeks now and would like to share some of the things that I have found. The best feature over the 7250, or the last BlackBerry model offered to Verizon customers, is the smaller size. Some people out ...

Pros: Features, e-mail, internet, bluetooth, alarm w/snooze.
Cons: Ringtones will not go through bluetooth, need assistance with signal strength.

I purchased my 7130e a few months(great deal with company discount) ago after feeling I was being left behind using a Nextel 710. After reading and a little trial and error I was addicted my wife would yell at me and i found myself using just before i went to bed and reaching for as soon my eyes opened. I have cut back but it has been hard. I use to go online, check/send e-mail, keep my appointments and daily tasks, games and anything else I can get it to do. I also joined the FREE PINSTACK.COM community a great help for those of us that are new to the crack. I recently added the HS850 bluetooth and the handsfree is great. It comes with desktop information so that you may sync apps and back-up information(which is great). When typing text messages the sure-type is great for finishing your words or you can customize your words. Our relationship is going well even after I dropped her a few times. I love my RIM I mean Wife.

Pros: ease of use and size
Cons: take a while to get used to duplicated keyboard

I have used many a device over the years, I have tried almost all PDA's and handheld deivces, and to date this is the best.

The first thing you must know that I need a device is as useful for its email/calendar capabilities as it is as a phone. This blackberry is the best phone I have ever used. It has excellent call quality, it is loud, easy to use and i rarely have dropped calls (not that this is entirely dependant on the device but I am sure it helps)

I don't think I have to review the blackberry features as they are pretty much standard. I will say that the color screen on this device is great, the fact it can double as a wireless modem is excellent to.

All in all, I rate this device very highly. Given the prices on the new devices, this older one should be a good buy and I really recommend it.