If my memory serves me Tmobile has/had a data plan separate from their voice plan. Of course it was more expensive than their data plan with voice. An unlocked Bold would work with Tmobile, you just leave it on 2g (no 3g with Tmob).
Worth a look if you're set against paying for voice.
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BB 8900 Tmobile, Moto Droid Verizon
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