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Blackberry Bold coming this summer: Next-gen RIM device

John Biggs

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Monday, May 12th, 2008
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RIM has finally made the Blackberry Bold official. No exact release date yet, but the press release does mention that the Bold should be available “around the world beginning this summer. “

Key points from the announcement:

  • 624MHz CPU
  • 802.11 a/b/g and GPS
  • Half-VGA screen (480 x 320)
  • Bluetooth 2.0 with A2DP support
  • microSDHC support up to 16 GB
  • Quad-band EDGE, Tri-band HSDPA
  • 2MP camera w/ flash and 5x digital zoom
  • Replaceable “leather-like” backplates

    • Check CrunchGear for more Bold coverage.

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