BlackBerry 7290 Reviews

Summary
alaTest has collected and analysed 304 reviews of BlackBerry 7290 from international magazines and websites.

Verdict
Experts rate this product 72/100 and users 71/100. Comparing these reviews to 477934 other Mobile Phones reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 78/100 = Good.

Summary
Service Provider: Cingular Wireless, Operating System: Other

Pros
Wireless headsets supported. Excellent battery life. Easy-to-use e-mail.

Cons
No voice dialing. Slow when used as a PC modem.

Verdict
A little Bluetooth goes a long wayand simplifies BlackBerry phone calls.

Summary
The RIM BlackBerry 7290 comes with e-mail, phone, browser, SMS, browser and organizer applications in a single, integrated handheld.

Summary
Business on the go professionals - this device is for you. With average data coverage and clear calls anyone can find a good use for the 7290. We can finally thank the folks at RIM for allowing the use of Bluetooth headsets, and groan a little for ...

Pros
Quality and stronger physical design than competitors, Bluetooth finally available on a BlackBerry, BlackBerry Enterprise Server immediately syncs with office PCs, 'Push? email service ? compose and send emails in seconds, Stable and responsive ...

Cons
Display resolution is nothing to be proud of, Does not support polyphonic ring tones (no mp3s folks), Without a built-in speakerphone the 7290 lacks the complete package, Web Browsing capabilities not as enhanced as some competitors

Summary
The RIM BlackBerry 7290 is a solid smartphone for users who need a Bluetooth-enabled device for voice calls and email.

Pros
Colour display, Bluetooth, Easy-to-use interface, Compact, World phone, Extensive email support

Cons
No speakerphone, No expandable memory, Screen is dimly lit

Verdict
The RIM BlackBerry 7290 is a solid smartphone for users who need a Bluetooth-enabled device for voice calls and email...

Summary
The granddaddy of mobile e-mail devices still performs its founding function with ease, but in other respects, it's showing its age

Summary
Add Bluetooth and an extra radio band to an established line up of solid corporate messaging device and you have the Blackberry 7290 from Research in Motion. For those who missed the Blackberry mobile revolution, the Blackberry is the quintessential ...

Pros
Bluetooth functionality, great keyboard

Cons
A little hard to read the screen in full sunlight, some may find the shape unappealing

Verdict
If you're looking for mobile email access, the BlackBerry 7290 is a great solution. It's bulky for a phone, but the keyboard is ideal for entering screeds of text.

Summary
It's a quad-band (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) GSM/GPRS world phone with a color screen and traditional BlackBerry form factor. The 7290's most notable distinguishing feature then is a Bluetooth radio to support hands-free functions, so you can use it with ...

Verdict
Bottom line: another excellent product from RIM. A great choice for any user who doesn't care about games or music or snapping pictures with their phonebut does want an unparalleled e-mail experience and a good phone all in one. This one is all business

Summary
It's a quad-band (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) GSM/GPRS world phone with a color screen and traditional BlackBerry form factor. The 7290's most notable distinguishing feature then is a Bluetooth radio to support hands-free functions, so you can use it with ...

Pros
Colour display Bluetooth easy-to-use interface compact world phone extensive email support

Cons
No speakerphone no expandable memory screen is dimly lit

Verdict
The RIM BlackBerry 7290 is a solid smartphone for users who need a Bluetooth-enabled device for voice calls and email.