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Originally Posted by packetgod
I'm having a hard time deciding on a carrier and blackberry combination to meet my needs.
I've got the Sprint 8330 which is what I've ordered
Tmobile 8220 is more about fun and new
AT&T and the BOLD
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I've used all the major carriers. It's all about coverage first, as obviously without that you are going to have a poor experience. Thus I encourage people to choose the carrier first, then the phone. I'm presently with both AT&T and T-Mobile, as I need two active lines. I have every current BlackBerry, and several from the past. The 8330 you have now is an excellent model. Very fast, great keyboard, display, good battery life, it's hard to beat. My favorite is my Curve 8310. I would stick with what you have on it's way to you, use it for the trial period then decide.
I plan on getting a Bold, however that will not replace my 8310 until I determine if I can live with the keyboard. I handle over 80 emails per day and thus far I find the keyboard on the Curve to be far superior to any BB thus far. Even when compared to my larger 8820. The keys on that one being side by side (like the Bold) ) are not conducive to touch typing. I can use my Curve for email and only rarely have to look at the keyboard. The space between the Curve keys is ideal. I find the 8820 keyboard requires I look at it to avoid typos. So I will see what the side by side keyboard is like on the Bold. As far as Bold quality, I have no worries at all, that will be one fantastic device, they are simply sorting out some issues on the AT&T network and frankly I'm glad they are delaying it until it's ready. RIM has a great reputation for reliable devices. The main draw of the Bold for me is 3G for greater speed than EDGE, the high res display and other improvements. Email, SMS, Voice, and Outlook integration are of utmost priority. I have a contact list of 3,220 in Outlook and it syncs with my ThinkPad in lighting fashion, simply unbeatable. ...
I will also be purchasing and 8220 as I find that a perfect "pocket BB" for casual usage when out and about, evenings, weekends etc. I've used the Sure-Type keyboard and really like it. Given a bit to learn and adapt, I'm really fast with it.