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Originally Posted by sjohns2
The 8310 just felt like a plastic toy. Don't get me wrong, I like the looks of the 8310 and my wife seems to really like hers, but the 8820 just felt more sturdy in my hands.
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I find this interesting, because after also holding both in my hands I came to the exact opposite conclusion.
I really like the look of the 88xx series in the all black casing (which can be added later), and IMHO, it's the most attractive looking of all the BlackBerries. But, when I type on it it creaks. I realize that this is because the back panel is divided into an upper half and lower half with the battery latch separating the two accross the middle. But still, I got the feeling/impression that the 88xx series wasn't very sturdy at all because of the feel and sound of the creaking.
The Curve is very solid, doesn't creak whatsoever, and just feels well-built. Thus far I haven't had a lint-under-screen issue, but I'm quite impressed with my (8310) Curve's form factor as far as sturdiness, size, ease-of-use, and comfort. I much prefer the feel of the rubberized sides on the Curve, even if the silver sides/rails on the 88xx does look nicer IMHO.
Both are great devices, and if you're more comfortable with your 88xx, then you definitely made the right decision.
Personally, I'm happy with my 83xx decision as well.