Vodafone just launched the Blackberry Storm on their site The UK carrier is confirmed to be offering the Storm, although there is no word on a release date nor price yet. In the meanwhile, here are the specifications to refresh your memory.
Intuitive touch screen
- High-resolution 480 X 360 pixel colour display which supports over 65,000 colours. And thanks to its transmissive TFT LCD screen you'll see colours clearly even in outdoor conditions.
- Pioneering haptic soft-touch screen technology so, when you enter characters or commands, your finger receives a subtle signal to let you know the device is responding to your input.
- On screen keyboard - choose from SureType® (predictive) and Multi-tap (multiple keypress) typing in portrait or use the on-screen QWERTY keyboard in landscape.
The best of the internet
- A responsive, dynamic internet browsing experience.4 Wherever you are, you can access videos, music or sports and news clips from websites built for mobile streaming. 1, 5
Email & Messaging
- Open popular document and graphic attachments (JPEG, Adobe® PDF, Microsoft® Word, Microsoft® Excel and Microsoft® PowerPoint files), and view them with LCD-quality colour and clarity. 6
- Download attachments to work on the go. Copy and paste, change font size, colour bullets, numbering and more. 7 Microsoft 2007 files not supported.
- Keep in touch with text8 and picture1 messaging. Chat from anywhere with Windows Live™ Messenger, Yahoo® Messenger, AOL® Instant Messenger™ and ICQ® - all for BlackBerry® smartphones. 1
- Stay on top of your email accounts including: ISP email (such as POP3, IMAP4 – SSL supported), Microsoft® Outlook® Web Access, Microsoft® Exchange, IBM® Lotus® Domino®, Novell® GroupWise®.
- When used with BlackBerry® Enterprise Solution, the BlackBerry® Storm supports wireless synchronization with: IBM Lotus Notes®, Microsoft Outlook, Novell GroupWise. When used with BlackBerry® Desktop Manager, the BlackBerry® Bold™ supports desktop synchronisation with: ACT!® 4.0.2/2000/6.0; ASCII Text File Importer/Exporter; Novell GroupWise 5.5/6.0; Lotus Notes 4.5/4.6/5.0/6.0/6.5; Lotus Organiser® 5.0/6.0; Microsoft Outlook 97/98/2000/2002/2003 (XP); Microsoft Outlook Express; Microsoft® Schedule +7.5; Microsoft Schedule + Default; Netscape®.
Business ready
- For small to medium-sized businesses, BlackBerry® Internet Service, Hosted BlackBerry® services and BlackBerry® Professional Software are designed to offer affordable, easy-to-set up solution options. For larger organisations, BlackBerry® Enterprise Solution is designed to provide advanced security features, enterprise-grade functionality and hands-on control to implement a comprehensive wireless solution.16
Conectivity
- Bluetooth v2.0; Mono/Stereo Headset, Handsfree, Phone Book Access Profile (PBAP), and Serial Port Profile Supported. Bluetooth Stereo Audio (A2DP/AVCRP), DUN.
- 3.5mm stereo headset capable.
- USB "A" to micro-USB "B" cable for charging and high-speed data synchronization
Battery and adapter
- 1400 mAhr removable/rechargeable cryptographic lithium cell battery which provides xx hour's talk time and xx hour's standby time.
- +5V DC/500 mA AC power adapter, with interchangeable location-specific plugs.
Size & weight
Length: 112.5mmDepth: 13.95mmWidth: 62.2mmLightweight: Only 55g (inc. battery)
Memory
- 128MB RAM memory, 1GB embedded memory as standard with the option to expand to 16GB using a plug in MicroSD™ membory card.
Go places with Assisted GPS and
BlackBerry® Maps
- Enhanced GPS capabilities for use with BlackBerry® Maps or other third-party mapping applications. Get text-based turn-by-turn directions and route maps. 1,2,3
Get social
- Use custom-built social networking application like Facebook® for BlackBerry® smartphones as well as mobile instant messaging and photo uploader programs to catch up with friends.
Multimedia read
- Watch multiple video formats: MPEG4 H.263, MPEG4 Part 2 Simple Profile, H.264 (encoding and decoding 30fps), WMV and enjoy the following audio formats: MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, WMA, WMA ProPlus.
- Listen to your tunes or watch your videos on the built-in media player. Synce your desktop iTunes® music files with your BlackBerry® Storm. BlackBerry® Media Synce makes getting more from your music quick and easy. 9,10,11,12,13,6
Multitask with HSPA compatibility
- Take calls while sending and responding to emails or browsing the Internet. 1,8,14
Camera and Video Recorder
- Take pictures on the 3.2MP digital camera with image stabiliser, auto flash, auto focus and 2x digital zoom.
- And capture all the action with the built-in video camera. Replay with the built-in media player.
- Share pictures or videos in an email or picture message. 1,15
Network Support
- Quad-Band: 850/900/1800/1900MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE networks.
- Single-Band: 2100MHz UMTS/HSPA networks
- Dual-Band: 800/1900MHz CDMA/EVDO Rev A networks
Desktop Software
- Synchronises calendar, address book, tasks and memos between your BlackBerry® Storm and desktop. Loads new applications and upgrades from your PC to the BlackBerry® Storm.
Smartphone Security
Password protection
For life on the go
- The tools you need to make calls - and life - easier. Have the features of a professional desktop phone with you when you're between appointments or stuck in traffic. 8
Voice Input/Output and ringtones
- Integrated speaker and microphone, hands-free headset capable, Bluetooth® headset capable, integrated hands-free speakerphone.
- 32 polyphonic - MIDI, MP3.
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