1. barrist's Avatar
    Love this thinness, but that device looks like it's from 2004. I understand they wanted to go back to the original Bold format, but RIM could've given the thing an updated look. In that picture with the 9700 and the Torch, the Bold Touch looks like the oldest phone.
    No it doesn't. And I'm willing to bet if you see these in person side by side and in your hand, you would not think so either. The Bold Touch is markedly thinner, has a real metal frame, and the screen of course will be sharp as ****.

    Oh and I know you were just exaggerating, but which 2004 phone does it look like? :0

    Cell Phones of 2004 - Third Quarter (July to September) - Mobiledia
    04-18-11 05:19 AM
  2. jinxednuance's Avatar
    the best picture is the 4th one where they compare the thickness. boy that thing is slim n fit! love it
    04-19-11 11:01 AM
  3. itstrentmichael's Avatar
    Yeah this isn't black bezel or chrome finish were talking about. Were talking about high quality stainless steal. For example, the iphone 4 stainless steal band around the phone. It wont chip unless you smash it or something.
    04-20-11 10:00 AM
  4. itstrentmichael's Avatar
    Well it all comes down to your preference. Are you the type of person who loves to have games on their phone, web browse, and have the full blackberry experience? If not the blackberry bold 9780 I'd say would be perfect for you if you don't do those things. Hence the new bold has 8 GB on board storage, pinch to zoom web browsing, and a 1.2 gigahertz processor.
    04-20-11 10:04 AM
  5. dlrogers81's Avatar
    Can't wait for this phone!!

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    04-20-11 01:44 PM
  6. jinxednuance's Avatar
    If you're always waiting for the next best thing...then you're always waiting and never acting.
    True BUT, there's a HUUUUUUGE difference here!

    I got my 9780 in January and I cannot wait to get rid of it to get this one. This is like Paradise!
    04-20-11 07:10 PM
  7. Bonnie Bonzai's Avatar
    [QUOTE=mrlee7;6229868]Some more pics of the Bold 9900 from zonablackberry.com:


    I never thought I'd be asking this but will the Bold Touch be coming out in White also ? Just curious folks.
    04-20-11 09:04 PM
  8. tedzone's Avatar
    The device looks dated already. I think they're trying to please the hardcore BB 9000 fans who never got over losing that form factor.
    I'm gonna get one for sure.

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    04-20-11 09:35 PM
  9. fusioncal's Avatar
    Looks wider and taller than Torch. But for some old Bold lovers this is the next best thing. Sweet!
    04-20-11 10:25 PM
  10. raskal1130's Avatar
    Since when does stainless steel chip?
    I know they said the bezel is "stainless steel". Blackberry is known for plastic "chrome" bezels. But until I have my hands on one, I will believe it when I see it.
    04-20-11 11:55 PM
  11. DJLILM's Avatar
    It looks cleaner without the green and red call and end buttons

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    04-21-11 01:42 AM
  12. CGI's Avatar
    I'm liking the look of this one.
    04-22-11 12:35 PM
  13. snowindec9's Avatar
    still no video testing the bold touch's speakers.this is a biggy.
    04-22-11 10:32 PM
  14. Chaz720's Avatar
    The device looks dated already. I think they're trying to please the hardcore BB 9000 fans who never got over losing that form factor.
    I'm gonna get one for sure.

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    I disagree . It resembles the 9000 very much. That was the idea. But it looks far more modern. The pictures of it next to the 9780/9700 I think make those two look out dated. Yeah, like the 900, but completely revamped and modernised.
    04-23-11 05:51 AM
  15. ngoogs's Avatar
    Definitely looking forward to upgrading to this device from my 8330! Hopefully it releases on vzw this summer! Although it seems it's a little early for speculation on carriers and release dates? Or am I just not looking in the right threads? Lol
    04-25-11 12:15 AM
  16. skyboxer's Avatar
    The device looks dated already. I think they're trying to please the hardcore BB 9000 fans who never got over losing that form factor.
    I'm gonna get one for sure.

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    Its not dated. It's "classic"
    04-25-11 11:22 AM
  17. Najo's Avatar
    Its not dated. It's "classic"
    Classic, is right bow to the king! I have even returned my Avatar to a picture of my 9000 in celebration of the kings long awaited revival.
    04-25-11 12:39 PM
  18. Masahiro's Avatar
    I'm surprised I haven't seen any pics of the 9900 next to the 9000. Does anyone know if any have been posted?

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    04-25-11 12:55 PM
  19. Pearl9100's Avatar
    this device just needs to come out now.
    04-25-11 01:51 PM
  20. Average Joe's Avatar
    It looks cleaner without the green and red call and end buttons

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    "Duller" is the word that comes to my mind. But the lack of those 2 colors wont keep me from buying and loving this phone
    04-26-11 07:28 PM
  21. Average Joe's Avatar
    ...and someone needs to learn how to put a battery cover on all the way on that 9700 before they take side pics....

    WTF:

    04-26-11 07:36 PM
  22. dooodads's Avatar
    I think the red and green can be a bit tacky at times. All white is kind of slick to me. Either way is fine though!
    04-26-11 09:47 PM
  23. bforbaker's Avatar
    ...and someone needs to learn how to put a battery cover on all the way on that 9700 before they take side pics....

    WTF:

    They had to do that so the phones would stand up by themselves.
    04-27-11 12:30 PM
  24. zeteo's Avatar
    It is beautiful!! I love the bezel and the key board!
    04-29-11 12:30 AM
  25. data77's Avatar
    Wish there was a side by side clear view on the screen size between 9700, BB 9000 & Dakota.

    Appreciate any pics or feedback from anyone or testers on this. Thanks!
    04-29-11 04:18 PM
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