NO Flash, NO GPS? Why downgrade to this phone?
- I just downgraded from a 9530 to an 8130 (granted, I sold the Storm for $200 and bought the Pearl for $25 and used the $175 to pay a bill that was hanging over my wife's and my heads). My Pearl, while not as pretty as the Storm is stable and reboots much quicker, lol. Having said that, if a company mass deploys BBs and needs to upgrade, models like the 85xx are perfect (like the 83xx used to be). Not everyone needs a high-end BB model, you know. Sometimes, less really is more, so to speak.05-27-09 12:07 PMLike 0
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- Crucial_XtremeRetired ModeratorI just downgraded from a 9530 to an 8130 (granted, I sold the Storm for $200 and bought the Pearl for $25 and used the $175 to pay a bill that was hanging over my wife's and my heads). My Pearl, while not as pretty as the Storm is stable and reboots much quicker, lol. Having said that, if a company mass deploys BBs and needs to upgrade, models like the 85xx are perfect (like the 83xx used to be). Not everyone needs a high-end BB model, you know. Sometimes, less really is more, so to speak.05-27-09 12:45 PMLike 0
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I'm all for sexting but it's not a requirement in school. GPS might be nice but certainly not a requirement. People have done without them for ages. Plus then the kid needs a data plan for using maps, and will want more for internet browsing, on and on and on.
This way you get them a simple BB and one of those unlimited email only plans. Perfect!05-27-09 01:01 PMLike 0 - Why?
I'm all for sexting but it's not a requirement in school. GPS might be nice but certainly not a requirement. People have done without them for ages. Plus then the kid needs a data plan for using maps, and will want more for internet browsing, on and on and on.
This way you get them a simple BB and one of those unlimited email only plans. Perfect!
Why not just get them a non BB phone with only voice + SMS instead. Why would you choose a server based phone solution when you have pre-determined you don't want a data plan...05-27-09 01:05 PMLike 0 - I honestly don't know what kind of parent you are, but that outlook scares the heck out of me.
You would seriously let your teenager free on the internet at all times without supervision? Not me, safety first. If they are old enough for all that then they are old enough to get a job and pay for a data plan.
There are many advantages to BB's. For instance, in a world where kids are graded most harshly by their peers a BB is a nice status symbol if they care about that sort of thing.
The BB is perfect for staying in touch with parents using BB Messenger. Simple, reliable and doesn't count against the SMS plan.
All the apps that can be installed that don't need an internet connection. Calculators, scheduling stuff, maybe some sort of homework aides.
There are many reasons to get a BB like this.05-27-09 01:10 PMLike 0 -
Yeah you're a good parent because you *know* how to handle teens and BB's. Congrats...05-27-09 01:13 PMLike 0 -
I don't agree. I think having multiple devices out is a good thing. Gives the customers plenty to choose from. Also, if you knew the plan and how all of these fit into planned future and what the goals were, you would understand.
Also, I believe you all are making things out to be more than it is. If you really sit back and look at all the devices/carriers, it pretty much makes sense.Last edited by ediggity; 05-27-09 at 01:15 PM.
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I just worry about the convenience of setting up and meeting with someone while walking around with a connected mobile. Make one mistake, it's gonna cost someone forever. It's not the final solution of course, but it is an added level of safety for the typical know-it-all invincible kid out there.05-27-09 01:20 PMLike 0 - Anyways, leaving the BB parenting section now...
Choices are better than no choices. I still wish RIM ventured into uncharted designs instead of having as many similar iterations as they do though (whether it makes sense or not, doesn't really matter to anyone on the outside).
Slider would be awesome, but I imagine it will be a long, long time...05-27-09 01:21 PMLike 0 - Actually, there is another point. Military and specialist government organizations will love this. If you go to certain places you absolutely CANNOT take anything with a camera or removable media with you. It is strictly prohibited.
I have been in one place like that in the past and had to leave my phone behind. My buddy works in a place that if you take any removable media in, it is only allowed to come out after it has been put through the incinerator.05-27-09 01:22 PMLike 0 - Anyways, leaving the BB parenting section now...
Choices are better than no choices. I still wish RIM ventured into uncharted designs instead of having as many similar iterations as they do though (whether it makes sense or not, doesn't really matter to anyone on the outside).
Slider would be awesome, but I imagine it will be a long, long time...05-27-09 01:24 PMLike 0 - I like this thing. It's nothing if not cheap to acquire. The optical thing is cool. If you don't want a data plan you can WiFi browse for free (I think). SMS you can pay for. And it's a nice phone to boot, don't forget that. I think that's why Razrs are still around, they're nice looking easy to use phones even still. In the day they were the sexiest thing available.05-27-09 01:24 PMLike 0
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The trackpad is completely different than a slider. Slider is a phone keyboard layout. The main benefit of a slider is that you get the full sized screen (similar to a Storm) and maintain a full qwerty keyboard. That's impossible to substitute on a phone where half of the device is taken up by a keyboard.05-27-09 01:25 PMLike 0 - Crucial_XtremeRetired ModeratorThanks E.
Not teens and BB's, teens and internet. It is very unsafe and that is my point. All routers locked down after a certain time, no access. I know many parents who follow this.
I just worry about the convenience of setting up and meeting with someone while walking around with a connected mobile. Make one mistake, it's gonna cost someone forever. It's not the final solution of course, but it is an added level of safety for the typical know-it-all invincible kid out there.
Actually, there is another point. Military and specialist government organizations will love this. If you go to certain places you absolutely CANNOT take anything with a camera or removable media with you. It is strictly prohibited.
I have been in one place like that in the past and had to leave my phone behind. My buddy works in a place that if you take any removable media in, it is only allowed to come out after it has been put through the incinerator.05-27-09 02:01 PMLike 0 -
I imagine bulk pricing for this device will make it very attractive indeed.05-27-09 02:17 PMLike 0 -
thats funny. and besides you know kids will be kids and teenagers will be teenagers and you're not - nor is anyone - going to stop them from "sexting"05-27-09 03:06 PMLike 0 -
- I have to admit i am very intrigued the 8520. I am currently using a 8900 - and i work in the automotive field. so getting greasy/oily/dirty and trying to use my 8900 kinda makes a chill run up my spine. and with having the "trackpad" no more grimie trackballs getting stuck, no more ripping the trim ring out of my 8100, no more anything. and with the top of the phone having media control buttons, i know when a case comes out, i won't even have to remove the phone from my pocket to change songs.05-27-09 03:12 PMLike 0
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i mean don't get me wrong i never broke the law or did just do the opposite what my parents said. but i did run along side of the road from time to time, in fact still do. but that's a different story.05-27-09 03:20 PMLike 0 - BrantaRetired Network ModYeah but if its just a backup phone you could just as easily opt for a Razr or any phone really (83xx, pearl flip, 3g pearl, etc). I can't picture a lot of people selling their Bold/8900 to buy this
Personally I wouldn't opt for a backup phone that lacks gps and no flash (cameras with no flash border on useless a lot of the time)
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Why not one of the older models? because we look to the future here and leave the options open for all low spec devices as backup. Whatever is on offer for best price the day it is purchased.05-27-09 05:42 PMLike 0
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