Can I use an 8820 on Bell Mobility?

[chzplz]

Hi - rookie question here. I've got an existing account with Bell Mobility and was just given an unlocked 8820.

Will it work on Bell Mobility's new GSM network with a SIM card?? I need both voice and data.

I don't want to switch providers or sign a new contract right now.

(also crossposted to the 8820 forum)

[rainor94]

No it will not work. The 8820 runs on 2G (edge) and bell only built a 3G network.
The only BlackBerrys that work on Bell's new HSPA network are the BlackBerry Bold or BlackBerry 9700.

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[chzplz]

Thanks - very helpful.