BlackBerry 7230

Great keyboard, internet acess is quick, very good to have if email is a must for you. This phone has been dropped, let in a car during 100 degbree weather, and still functions fine. It is a great value for the money.

mail for messages, because voicemail is dull and unclear (my UNFAVORITE thing--someone goes on blah-di-blah-blah for minutes then when they get to the PHONE NUMBER which is all you really want, they go BZZZZT fivefoureightfivez... and you have trouble getting it. Then you have to go back, wade through the blah-blah again and again to catch the number. Voicemail is LINEAR. Hint to those who use voicemail: repeat your phone number and your name S-L-O-W-L-Y.) But if you want to send more complex messages, email and SMS are great options.
I got tired of emailing on my cell phone--that keypad, and thought, HEY, maybe the Blackberry could work. So I got the T-Mobile version of the Blackberry, which does use a SIM chip, and in about ten minutes of learning curve, I had this thing up and running except for a glitch in the reception of email. This was fixed by a quick call to T-Mobile's friendly technical service.

The email was easy to set up with my POP servers. Sadly, the BES (Blackberry Enterprise System) is not supported at my workplace, so I can't get secure mail from work this way. It's dependent on support from your IT department.

The phone is a bit clumsy (the numeral pad is the left side of the QWERTY keyboard) but with a headset and mic, it works pretty well. And it's clearer than my regular cellphone. One problem: the series of letters found on a phone keypad are NOT on the numeric part, so if you have to dial by name or someone gives you a 800-CALL-MYNAME type number, you have to have those keys memorized.

There is a memo pad, a calculator, T-zones (some limited online ability and weather/news.) The color screen is nice. The battery really lasts long--three or four days. (Hint: let it run down ALL the way before charging.) The ergonomics for typing are good, just ok on the phone, but liveable. The thumbscroll is quite effective along with the escape button below. These two side-mounted buttons are used to navigate, highlight, select, delete and escape--fairly easy to master.

I have to say, it's a pretty slick device. For me, this is a great solution to get both email and phone service in one.
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The Blackberry was just as advertised on the auction. Great deal, I will buy again from this seller.

I purchased this for my wife. She absolutely loves it. The price was excellent. The shipping was very fast. Overall, the entire transaction was easy, convenient, and pleasant. Since this transaction, I have been reccommending to everyone I know that ebay is one of the best ways to get quality items at a good price with absolute convenience and ease.

i was very impressed with how fast my phone arrived. even though it was an older phone there was a card with how to put the battery in attached to the product (assuming the seller did that for me). great product, great service!

I returned this item because it was not compatible with my current service plan. I have not heard anything from the seller regarding my refund. So, as of now, my rating would have to be poor

i wasted money becouse the phone dont work.cant find the parts to go with it.bad bad transaction.the phone has no use for anything,no charger,battery,i mean anything.how do you put something like this on the market?

My phone was recently stolen and Insurance would have charged me $170 to replace, my contract with current Co. will be up in 2 months. I didnt want to pay that price when I can get a NEW model in 2 months for free. . . besides its for a spare phone. I am satisfied with this purchase.

i decide to buyit becouse I need it,the battery has a pretty good lifespan of roughly 4 ,My only complaint is that the menu system on the phone is little dark dont have lite and is hardto see the screen but the phone is use is ok Overall, I'd recommend the phone if you're on a budget.

THIS OLD PHONE IS FINE. THE QUERTY IS VERY APPROPRIATE. RECOMMENDED FOR ALL PERSONS IN WORK AND IN LEISURE TIME !!!

I bought the NewPhone 74205 three weeks ago and was immediately impressed with the number of features available on this inexpensive phone. It has a 1M-pixel camera, video camera, and speakerphone. The NewPhone's size is perfect for carrying in a pocket and the battery has a pretty good lifespan of roughly 4 hours. My only complaint is that the menu system on the phone makes you click four times before you can find someone in the address book, set an alarm, or perform a additional functions. Other phones I've owned have simpler menus and get you to important features easily. Overall, I'd recommend the phone if you're on a budget. THE PHONE WAS OKAY I THOUGHT I WAS RECEIVING TWO BUT GOOD DELIVERY DON'T FEEL LIKE WRITING LIKE ABOVE SO I COPIED AND PASTE EXAMPLE

Did not have a chance to use the phone it came with the screen broken and it cost more to return it than I paid for the phone. Postage to Japan is very expensive

like the phone small and handy . hate the click wheel. this phone is good for someone who likes to text

exactly as ad described. would buy from this seller again. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.

Good product for the price . This is a used product so it has some minor problems like te tracking ball dosnt always work right.I needed a new phone and wanted a blackberry next time ill get a newer version.Overall the phone serves the purpose it was purchased for.

This was a great phone. I will definately buy from this seller again. Great phone for the price. The phone works great I have had not problems with this purchase.

I like all the features, But, you cannot hold a conversation without dropping the call. I have yet to complete a call without a drop.

My son needed a phone and tends to ruin them. Therefore, I decided to buy an inexpensive used telephone. This one was the right price. He loves it. It was a little difficult to figure out how to use without a manual but once it was figured out it has been great. It works great and the "old school" Blackberry is the topic of conversation amongst his friends.

It works perfectly, after a battery exchange, and is perfect for his purposes. It is sturdy and has lasted longer than new phones that he has had.

I have not using it yet. Sorry for the rating. Can not tell you more. I do not know it seem s to be good. Next month I will give you a good review.

The face light is very dim, I did not know it was analog until I received it.
Mine was used so it was very scratched. I ask the seller if I could trade for another and pay the difference and ship fees. No response from seller.
Lesson learned here, check out what you are buying well prior to your purchase if it's electronic.

So, unless you can see very well I would not recommend you getting this phone, put your money on a newer one, the technology is so far advanced since this one came out.

My son gave me an old phone of this style.. It has no camera, which isn't an issue to me. But I love the larger screen and the keyboard. This phone is not for the technologically savvy due to its age, but for texting, it's the best for people like me. It is my third one. Have to be very gentle on the screen, as it "leaks" with pressure.. I don't use it as a PDA or for internet, just texting.

i bouht that because was realy sheap item and look very nice thanks.
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I decided to buy it because I really needed a cell phone to put my sim card in!The price of the Blackberry on Ebay was very good! I had some issues with postal shipping, which caused a almost 3 week delay in shipping to my local post office.Eventually the item was located and shipped to me! The item is very nice in LIKE NEW condition .It however was not Bluetooth enabled as indicated!I also purchased a 7290 which is Bluetooth enabled but I will still use and keep it as a back up cell phone! I love the text feature because I can type words without having to change from #'s to letters! It has a great daily planner /calendar feature and other nice features! Very good ! Seller was great ,aside from shipping issues I had no complaints!