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BlackBerry Bold 9650 review

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7.6/10
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The BlackBerry Bold 9650 currently has an Informr score of 7.6 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 4 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

The BlackBerry Bold 9650 is a slightly fresh flavor of RIM, but still similar to many BlackBerry phones on the market. Under the heading of “new and exciting”, the Bold 9650 includes WiFi and the new trackpad, and both will surely add to the phone’s appeal and usability.

The Bold 9650 will also feature 1xEVDO/3G speeds, a 3.2MP camera with video record and a 2.4 inch, 480 x 360 pixel display (That’s a really good display!). Talk time is rated at up to 420 minutes and standby time is rated at up to 475 hours (These ratings are only estimates and actual battery performance depends heavily on personal usage patterns).

As with all BlackBerry smartphones, the 9650 will offer RIMs proprietary “Push” email client, so you will always get your mail crazy fast, and RIM’s world famous full QWERTY keyboard, complete with individually sculpted and contoured keys to make typing a breeze. And with BlackBerry App World pre-loaded, you’ll have instant access to any app you need.

RIM’s BlackBerry line remains a top flight choice when it comes to smartphones, and the Bold 9650 continues the tradition, along with a few updates.


BlackBerry
Operating system
Operating system
BlackBerry
624 MHz
Processor
Processor
624 MHz
2.44"
Screen Size
Screen Size
2.44"
3+ MP
Camera
Camera
3+ MP
1400 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


MobileBurn
MobileBurn

The BlackBerry Bold 9650 is the follow-up device to the Verizon Wireless (and Sprint) BlackBerry Tour 9630 smartphone. Much of the device remains very similar, including many of the specs and overall design, but the Bold 9650 also offers twice the memory of the Tour, adds WiFi support, and also...

- Todd Haselton, MobileBurn
Phone Scoop
Phone Scoop

The messaging capabilities of the 9650 are solid, with email support being the strongest of the bunch. The threaded SMS software looks and works great, and all the IM clients on board mean you can always get the message. Social networking has also improved with better Facebook and Twitter applic...

- Eric M. Zeman, Phone Scoop
BGR
BGR

Ah, a Tour owner’s dream. The BlackBerry Bold 9650 started life out as the BlackBerry Tour2. It then went through a late-stage metamorphosis and received a memory upgrade and name change for a couple of different reasons. One of the reasons is to utilize a positive product name R...

- Boy Genius, BGR
PhoneArena
PhoneArena

The BlackBerry Bold 9650 is just the latest in a string of good but boring offerings from RIM

- PhoneArena Team, PhoneArena


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BlackBerry backs up the Bold 9650 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


If your Bold 9650 has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact BlackBerry support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find BlackBerry's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.



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Screen Size
2.44"

The BlackBerry Bold 9650's screen size is 2.44 inches with x pixels resolution.

Processor
624 MHz

There is a 624 MHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.

Camera
3+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 3+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.

Storage
317 MB

Internal memory is 317 MB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
1400mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 1400 mAh battery. BlackBerry's performance ratings are 13 days standby time.

Bold 9650 Specs

Overview
Release Date May 23, 2010
Regions Available USA
Operating System No

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Processor 624 MHz
Internal Storage 317 MB
RAM No
Hearing Aid Compatible Yes
TTY/TDD Yes
Noise Cancellation No
SAR Head: 1.35 W/kg
Body: 0.5 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
EDGE, 1xRTT, EV-DO Rev. A, HSDPA 7.2
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB Yes
USB OTG Support No
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth Yes
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, DUN, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Mobile Hotspot No
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB)
NFC No
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
3+ Megapixels
Zoom
2x digital
Flash
Yes
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Image stabilization
Video Recording Formats
3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, WMV, DivX, XviD
Video Recording Parameters
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
No
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 65k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size 2.44 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light
Multi-Touch No
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 1400 mAh
Removable Battery Yes
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging No
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Up to 13 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 11.2 x 6.2 x 1.4 cm (4.4 x 2.4 x 0.6 in)
Weight 136 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers No
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key No
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type QWERTY
Navigation Type Optical pad
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor No
More
Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, AIM, Yahoo, Windows Live
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA: Yes
Graphics: Yes
Themes: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: Yes
Voicemail Key: Yes
Any Key Answer: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Auto Answer: Yes
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange, Lotus Domino, Blackberry Connect
PC Synchronization: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MIDI, MP3, eAAC+, AAC+, AAC, AMR, WMA Pro, WMA
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, WMV, DivX, XviD
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: WEP
Viewable document types: DOC, PDF, PPT, RTF, TXT, XLS
Games: Downloadable
Apps: Downloadable
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Timer, Calculator, Maps, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): BlackBerry Essex, Tour 2

2GB memory card included. Blackberry OS 6.0 update available.
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