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rickthornton · 03-10-2007, 11:54 PM

I thought the 8700C was an ok, but not great phone. I find the 8800 to be a much better phone when it comes to earpiece volume, quality and volume of the speakerphone, voice dial capability, etc. It works well with my Motorola BT headset, the up/down volume keys are always available unlike the trackwheel which wouldn't change volume in certain screens.

Signal strength wise, I haven't really noticed any difference. The only thing I liked better about the 8700 was it was easier for me to hold to my ear, because of its thickness. Not a big deal, and it may just be that I had become used to it.

I suppose it is very subjective, but for me, I think the 8800 is a significantly better phone overall.

03-10-2007, 11:54 PM	#2
rickthornton Talking BlackBerry Encyclopedia Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Model: 9530 Carrier: Verizon Posts: 221	8800 is better IMO I thought the 8700C was an ok, but not great phone. I find the 8800 to be a much better phone when it comes to earpiece volume, quality and volume of the speakerphone, voice dial capability, etc. It works well with my Motorola BT headset, the up/down volume keys are always available unlike the trackwheel which wouldn't change volume in certain screens. Signal strength wise, I haven't really noticed any difference. The only thing I liked better about the 8700 was it was easier for me to hold to my ear, because of its thickness. Not a big deal, and it may just be that I had become used to it. I suppose it is very subjective, but for me, I think the 8800 is a significantly better phone overall.
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