Great review, Aaron.. I am currently rocking an Unlocked Curve 8900 and an unlocked 9530 and love them both, but when I got my first BB(8900) I didn't really know how much of a difference Edge and 3g was. THEN I got my mother a Bold 9000 and the keyboard-Speed everything was beautifull. Lol, so I was a tad bit envious. In February I am upgrading to the 9700 and your review has helped me make this decision, thanks again and please keep the BB reviews up - we all love Noah, but diversitys great 2
I got this phone a little while ago at work. It is pretty good, but it is kind of small. Also, the shortcut to BB messenger is no longer pinned to the message menu, and the today theme is no longer available. Also, I would note that the phone comes with a 2gb memory card already installed (don't look for it in the box), at least on T-mobile.
I acutally like this guy too, him and noah do a great job at explaining the phone. But what is visual voice mail? Is that where you can record yourself leaving a voice message?
I like Aaron. He was quick and straight to the point. The new BB is amazing! I like the look of the phone and the look of the OS. Sometimes I wish I could just have a different phone everyday. But I'm not rich like that and there is no point. Blackberry is doing big things I see!
@DroughtDrizzle I would think so, you can use the Torch as a touchscreen like the Storm, or you can slide it up and it has a keyboard, so you can use it like this one. I'd rather have the Torch, but it really just depends on if you like Blackberry or iPhone more.
@JaviHertz get the iphone 4... blackberry os is very old now and they're basically refreshing the same os but with diffrent icons... at least with the iphone you basically make the os yourself, you choose what games are on there, what apps are on there as well as how many... blackberry has apps to but not to the degree of the iphone
should i get this one here or the curve 8520- i use it for almost everything, personal email, texting, calling, pictures, wfif- allot of wifi and occasional web browsing, not much IM though
I got myself a blackberry bold 9700, I have never used blackberries before, extremely easy to understand, 3g in my country (Dominican Republic) super fast, my provider let's me use it as moden with my laptop. Super reliable, nothing to complain about!!!
Great video Aaron. I've been waiting for this phone for a while now. I will be able to upgrade in three weeks, and now I don't know what to get, Nokia n97, Motorola Cliq, or this blackberry. All three phones are awesome in their own way, so that's what makes it difficult for me to decide. Any suggestions?
I just ordered the bold 9700 with deep discount (after some negotiations). How do I check if the phone is not refurbished? How long do I need to charge the battery before I can use the phone? Thanks
Did the bold require some sort of activation like the mytouch (theirs is with google) does when you first turn it on? Or can you just pop your SIM in and boot up?
which blackberry is the best? should i take the one with nicer looks? i kinda like bold 9000 but its old now right? which one should i get 9000 or 9700? i like 9000 coz it is big
@planbsk848 blackberry 9700 because the i have the g1 and the battery life is horrible. but i guess it's really up to which operating system you like more.
@phonedog: Hey Man, I already have the Nokia N900 and I knw its amazing but I also wanted a RIM Blackberry Bold 9700.. Can you help me make a decision between the two.. Should I get the blackberry or stay with my N900.. Thanks
I just got this Blackberry Bold with Tmobile about a week ago and I'm noticing there's a white noise when I turn the volume up. Especially on the Motorola headset I use... Does anyone else notice this?
how is the texting on bold 9700? ive heard from many people saying the keyboard is to small and cramped to type and would often miss the key they were aiming for or would push double keys. SOMEONE PLEASE HELP. THANKS!
@dannyshwag stuck in the same situation! i get my upgrade on my contract this week and i think im gonna go for the Bold upto now but gonan speak to the person in the shop before i actualy get it
just asking can i use the earpiece for iphone for this phone? Idk how to describe it.. i think it's a stereo jack? So just wanna ask.. :P pls get back to me
difference between this and the 8530 is the camera and the screen resolution. Processor, memory, OS version is all the same. I can't wait to get my 8530!
Aaron, you have gotten much better over the years.
the crinkling of the wrapper sounds so nice
Great review, Aaron.. I am currently rocking an Unlocked Curve 8900 and an unlocked 9530 and love them both, but when I got my first BB(8900) I didn't really know how much of a difference Edge and 3g was. THEN I got my mother a Bold 9000 and the keyboard-Speed everything was beautifull. Lol, so I was a tad bit envious. In February I am upgrading to the 9700 and your review has helped me make this decision, thanks again and please keep the BB reviews up - we all love Noah, but diversitys great 2
@pereyra400
its mostly the camera, it changed to 5 megapixels.
there is some different specs though
Thank you for making this video.. You told me and showed me everything i wanted to know! I will be getting this phone in a few days!!!
I got this phone a little while ago at work. It is pretty good, but it is kind of small. Also, the shortcut to BB messenger is no longer pinned to the message menu, and the today theme is no longer available.
Also, I would note that the phone comes with a 2gb memory card already installed (don't look for it in the box), at least on T-mobile.
I acutally like this guy too, him and noah do a great job at explaining the phone. But what is visual voice mail? Is that where you can record yourself leaving a voice message?
I like Aaron. He was quick and straight to the point.
The new BB is amazing! I like the look of the phone and the look of the OS. Sometimes I wish I could just have a different phone everyday. But I'm not rich like that and there is no point. Blackberry is doing big things I see!
I Love The Sound Of The Packets When You Pick Them Up :D
@BaldovinosNaruto17 it's the same phone expect the 9650 is exclusive to verizon i believe
@DroughtDrizzle I would think so, you can use the Torch as a touchscreen like the Storm, or you can slide it up and it has a keyboard, so you can use it like this one. I'd rather have the Torch, but it really just depends on if you like Blackberry or iPhone more.
Is this better than the Bold 9000?
I love the Bold 9000, just the way it looks.
The 3g and UMA in the same device won me over. Its a nice upgrade from the 8900.
@JaviHertz get the iphone 4... blackberry os is very old now and they're basically refreshing the same os but with diffrent icons... at least with the iphone you basically make the os yourself, you choose what games are on there, what apps are on there as well as how many... blackberry has apps to but not to the degree of the iphone
@midgeykid
its the phones that use sim cards, the phones that don't are cdma2000
@marccruzz1, no its not coming out on sprint. it only ships for t-mobile & at&t and a few other places..but no it doesn't ship to sprint or verizon.
should i get this one here or the curve 8520- i use it for almost everything, personal email, texting, calling, pictures, wfif- allot of wifi and occasional web browsing, not much IM though
I got myself a blackberry bold 9700, I have never used blackberries before, extremely easy to understand, 3g in my country (Dominican Republic) super fast, my provider let's me use it as moden with my laptop.
Super reliable, nothing to complain about!!!
what's the difference between the Curve 8530, Bold 9700, & Tour 2? and does sprint carry the Bold 9700?
Noah is the guy who normally dose the unboxing videos.
@HaXkzs Actually no, you can make ringtones in audacity and then convert it to an .M4A file and then change it to a .M4R file.
Great video Aaron. I've been waiting for this phone for a while now. I will be able to upgrade in three weeks, and now I don't know what to get, Nokia n97, Motorola Cliq, or this blackberry. All three phones are awesome in their own way, so that's what makes it difficult for me to decide. Any suggestions?
Very Late sir ,I advise you getting the bold 9900 or the 9790...
I just ordered the bold 9700 with deep discount (after some negotiations). How do I check if the phone is not refurbished? How long do I need to charge the battery before I can use the phone? Thanks
thank you, and how long did u have the 8900?
how are yall comparing the companies? like on service, phones, plans, prices?
just over a month now. its a hard choice but im leaning towards the 9700
@danielhaighton all blackberries have internet and i think they have pins.
Did the bold require some sort of activation like the mytouch (theirs is with google) does when you first turn it on? Or can you just pop your SIM in and boot up?
which blackberry is the best? should i take the one with nicer looks? i kinda like bold 9000 but its old now right? which one should i get 9000 or 9700? i like 9000 coz it is big
@planbsk848 blackberry 9700 because the i have the g1 and the battery life is horrible. but i guess it's really up to which operating system you like more.
i want to get it...i want to know 2 things....how is the internet via wi-fi? and how is the video quality on youtube?
just got mine. it's my very first blackberry. hopefully i'm impressed
Should i get the HTC Touch Pro 2 or Blackberry Bold 9700 ?!
@DroughtDrizzle No, the newest version is the Blackberry Torch
@midgeykid
is virgin mobile a gsm company? if so you can get it unlocked and you can use it then
@ Flippi411...thx you...so the upgrade will make the internet faster?
is this model better than the ball one?
im expecting this phone on monday!
pretty excited!
is this a good phone?
should i get the white or black blackberry 9780 or the white or black blackberry 9700?
thanks if you reply
i was thinkin of getting the g2 or google nexus s next month. is this phone worth getting, what makes blackberrys stick out from other smart phones?
@phonedog: Hey Man, I already have the Nokia N900 and I knw its amazing but I also wanted a RIM Blackberry Bold 9700.. Can you help me make a decision between the two.. Should I get the blackberry or stay with my N900.. Thanks
I have the G1 and i love it but im getting kind of bored of it.... thinking of purchasing the blackberry 9700
what is better this phone or the 9000
I have this phone ,I bought it from some1 .may I ask were does the s-d card go?
when does it officially release?
Do you take these phones back or do you get to keep them :/
I just got this Blackberry Bold with Tmobile about a week ago and I'm noticing there's a white noise when I turn the volume up. Especially on the Motorola headset I use... Does anyone else notice this?
which one is better nokia e63 or the blackberry bold 9700
how much does this cost?
i live on france and i cant find the price or the phone yet
and which is best , 8900 , 9000 or 9700 ?
is thi sbetter than the one that had a ball?
to those who have this phone? how has it worked for you overall?
should i get this or the 8900 or does it matter
I love this phone already..... hopefully Noah will do the review
Still keep my 9780 as a back up to my GS3. Still a great functional phone!
Great that you have spent time making this video but can you try to put your camera on a stand its constatly wobbling.
@BeccaBrophy i dont know whether to get the new bold at november
do you get to keep all these phones
is this phone good for a junior in high school?
whats better to get black berry bold or iphone 3G?
why didnt u like the g1?
Will there be an OS 5.0 update for BB bold 9000?
yeah, because some people had complaints about the ball, saying it had like dirt under it, so it wouldnt be as responsive, and also it gona dirty.
loooove this phone! planning to buy this next month, am i too late? :(
how is the texting on bold 9700? ive heard from many people saying the keyboard is to small and cramped to type and would often miss the key they were aiming for or would push double keys.
SOMEONE PLEASE HELP. THANKS!
what is threading?
I heard it was also on the iPhone 4...can somebody please explain...
blackberry bold 9700 or cliq xt which should i get
@Emwozify i feel like its a female phone im a male with big hands so the keypad gives me cramps
am i going or did i not see a manual or disc
Why can't I find this phone on AT&T's website???
how come when ur on the phone the lights on the keyboard dont work?
iphone 4? or blackberry 9700?
which should i get g1,blackberry bold 9700,motorola cliq,htc touch pro2
is this better than the bold 9000??
which one should i get
so this is suitable for high school students for texting?
does this phone have good internet like facebook and youtube,google,and is it good with texting
does this have video confrencing?
is the internet on the bold 9700 good
why is the camera shaky?
@HeyItsCoop
Not sure about that one.
It is on the same level as eating your favourite food when your starving.
I don't know whether to get the curve or bold.
@dannyshwag stuck in the same situation! i get my upgrade on my contract this week and i think im gonna go for the Bold upto now but gonan speak to the person in the shop before i actualy get it
is the internet good on it like facebook and youtube
Is tmobile gonna come out with a touch screen BB?!?! that would be hot!
Does it come with aim or could you download it as an app?
just asking can i use the earpiece for iphone for this phone? Idk how to describe it.. i think it's a stereo jack? So just wanna ask.. :P pls get back to me
does it have 3g cam?
I wanna see this against and iphone 4.... i dont know which one to get
to the ppl who have this phone....who are the buttons? are they any good?
difference between this and the 8530 is the camera and the screen resolution. Processor, memory, OS version is all the same. I can't wait to get my 8530!
should i get the blackberry 9700 or the G1
please comment back
@zooyorksk848 you mean 8530?
@Darryl39345 yea they gonna have it out for curve 9300 which has the same amount of ram
Wheres Noah?
will this phone be on AT&T too ? i wanna know, please (:
do you have to program this phone?
how much is this on at&t's 2 year upgrade
but can you make phone calls with this device ??
can you install BB 6 on this 9700?
is this phone good?