Rating 3.6 103 reviews
Manufacturer: BlackBerry
TechSmart
15 years ago

BlackBerry Torch 9800

Over the past few years BlackBerry has found itself evolving, albeit unintentionally, from a business centric brand to a ‘hip' platform which now appeals more to the consumer market than anything else.
Pros:
  • It's the best BlackBerry touch-screen device yet
  • BlackBerry 6 offers a lot of additional functionality
Cons:
  • Slightly heavy
  • UI needs some work
  • screen resolution is under par
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techarena.in
15 years ago

Introduction:- BlackBerry has revolutionized its range by launching a new format of this slider smartphone complete with large touch screen with a full QWERTY keyboard. Positioning Mail + Multimedia + Application + Surf delight the largest number, starting with the Pros who will find this model a...
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Your Mobilephone Review
15 years ago

I am a hardcore blackberry user, I have had blackberries since the bold 9000 which was a Cadillac! I purchased the white torch before releasing in UK so I was ecstatic. This blackberry was the biggest disappointment. Problems - Weak battery life. - Very heavy - bulky for no reason.
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MobileFoneReviews
15 years ago

BlackBerry Torch

rim has done it again, this is an amazing phone!!
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review.goodgearguide.com.au
15 years ago

RIM BlackBerry Torch 9800 smartphone

The BlackBerry Torch 9800 is the first BlackBerry smartphone to combine a touchscreen and a physical QWERTY keyboard. The handset also runs the new BlackBerry 6 OS and features a refreshed home screen and various software improvements, including a greatly improved Web browser.
Pros:
  • Good keyboard
  • excellent e-mail
  • responsive touchscreen
  • decent build quality
  • revamped OS
  • universal search
  • improved Web browser
Cons:
  • Physical design could use an overhaul
  • large and top-heavy
  • lack of customisation of app "drawers"
  • UI lacks consistency
  • lower resolution display than competitors
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SMARTHOUSE
15 years ago

RIM has taken a step forward with its new Blackberry Torch. Its screen, hardware and software offerings pale in comparison to the Apple iPhone, HTC Desire, or Samsung Galaxy S, but those who own and use a Blackberry will definitely love this new handset for its new operating system and dual input...
Pros:
  • : Build
  • Responsive touchscreen and slide out QWERTY
  • Great new interface
  • Email, social networking, and messaging capabilities
  • Universal search and great customisation
  • Organised menus
  • Clean browser with pinch and zoom functions
  • Great multimedia interface
  • Wi-fi, Bluetooth and GPS onboard
  • Great
Cons:
  • : There were times when we didn't know whether to use the touchscreen or the physical keys
  • Processor a bit slow and causes slowdowns
  • Webpage rendering also a bit slow
  • Screen resolution
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Mobile Magazine
15 years ago

REVIEW: BlackBerry Torch 9800 smartphone

When I read that the AT&T version of the BlackBerry Torch 9800 was getting less than favorable reviews, I wasn't all that surprised. RIM has come up short in several areas, but it manages to survive because of its increased security and close corporate contacts.
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Trusted Reviews
15 years ago

BlackBerry Torch 9800

"This is one of the most important product introductions in our history," said RIM president Mike Lazaridis at the official launch of the BlackBerry Torch 9800 . Phrases such as "uncompromising", "exciting" and "amazing" were also banded about, highly unusual language for a company which tends not...
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What Mobile
15 years ago

BlackBerry Torch Review

With a brand new touchscreen operating system, formidable features and a full slide-out keyboard, the BlackBerry Torch is a pocket powerhouse.
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PC Pro
15 years ago

RIM BlackBerry Torch 9800

Uninspiring hardware, but the OS upgrade adds some truly useful features. Bring on the next-generation Bold
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