The BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8130 is the first BlackBerry Pearl smartphone to run on CDMA networks. The new model stays true to the highly acclaimed style and compact design of the BlackBerry Pearl and comes packed with new features including communications enhancements, a striking new software interface, rich multimedia capabilities, built-in GPS and support for high-speed EV-DO networks.

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“With its unique blend of functionality and design, the BlackBerry Pearl smartphone has been turning heads and winning praise from business users and consumers alike,” said Mike Lazaridis, President and Co-CEO at Research In Motion. “The new BlackBerry Pearl 8130 builds on all the great features and aesthetic design that people love about the BlackBerry Pearl and offers an exceptional new choice for CDMA customers that are looking to upgrade their mobile phone.”

The BlackBerry Pearl 8130 includes all of the features that have made BlackBerry® smartphones popular among mobile users, including unrivaled email and messaging (SMS, IM, MMS*), web browsing, organizer and more. The new smartphone also expands on its communications and multimedia features and presents the entire offering with a striking new software interface.

ULTRA-SLEEK & STYLISH DESIGN
The BlackBerry Pearl 8130 features a sleek, compact design measuring just 4.2” x 1.97” x .55” and weighing only 3.38 oz. It provides an intuitive user experience through its trackball navigation system and RIM’s popular SureType™ keyboard system. SureType — which allows a narrower handset design while maintaining easy phone dialing and message typing — has been enhanced to allow word completion, easier editing of misspelled words and a built-in spell checker.

ENHANCED SOFTWARE INTERFACE
The BlackBerry Pearl 8130 features an updated visual interface and integrates a new font rendering technology that displays characters beautifully, with enhanced legibility at even the smallest point sizes. The new technology is evident throughout the visual interface, complementing the new look of the BlackBerry® email client, calendar, address book, task list, memo pad and web browser, while also enhancing other applications.

The BlackBerry® Browser is further improved with a new “Page View” option that displays a full web page on the screen along with a magnifying glass that allows the user to quickly and accurately point and zoom in on a specific area of the web page. Users can also press and hold the trackball to toggle between the “Column View” (which presents the web page in a continuous column for easy reading and scrolling on the go) and the “Page View.” The new BlackBerry Browser also provides quicker access to Bookmarks and History, and supports the 3GPP RTSP Streaming protocol via EV-DO, so users can view streaming video from sites like m.youtube.com.

RICH MULTIMEDIA FEATURES
The BlackBerry Pearl 8130 comes with a 2 megapixel camera with 5x digital zoom and enhanced flash. The new camera also supports video capture in two resolutions: 240×180 or 176×144 for sharing via MMS.

The media player now allows users to create and edit playlists right on the handset. Alternatively, users can manage their media files from their PC with the Roxio® Media Manager for BlackBerry®, which is included with the BlackBerry® Desktop Manager software. The Roxio software was developed with Sonic® and is based on the award-winning Roxio Easy Media Creator® 9, making it easy for users to search for media files on their computer, view and organize them, create MP3 music files from CDs, add audio tags, album art, create playlists and convert files for optimal playback.

Roxio Photosuite® 9 LE is also included – this comprehensive tool makes it easy to edit pictures and create photo albums. Pictures can also be cropped, rotated and straightened, redeye can be removed, and brightness, contrast and saturation levels can all be changed.

The BlackBerry Pearl 8130 supports the Bluetooth® stereo audio profile (A2DP/AVRCP), and comes with a 3.5 mm stereo headset jack so users can plug in their preferred headphones or speakers. The handset also provides the convenience of an externally accessible microSD/SDHC memory card slot for additional storage of music, videos and pictures.

BUILT-IN GPS AND NAVIGATION
The BlackBerry Pearl 8130 includes built-in GPS to provide out-of-the-box support for location-based applications and services*. BlackBerry® Maps, which can conveniently guide users to their destination, now includes a local search capability that allows users to find local businesses, such as banks, hotels and restaurants, within a short driving distance. The local search feature in BlackBerry Maps was developed with support from Google™.

ADVANCED PHONE FEATURES
The BlackBerry Pearl 8130 offers many convenient phone features including Speaker Independent Voice Recognition (SIVR) for Voice Activated Dialing (VAD), Bluetooth® 2.0 support for hands-free use with headsets, car kits and Bluetooth peripherals, dedicated ’send’, ‘end’, and ‘mute’ keys, smart dialing, speed dialing, conference calling, call forwarding, a low-distortion speakerphone for hands-free conversations and support for polyphonic, mp3 and MIDI ring tones.

The smartphone also includes new features that enhance phone audio quality including enhanced background noise, wind and echo cancellation for better performance in loud environments like airports, restaurants or busy downtown streets. An ‘enhance call audio’ feature also allows the user to boost the phone audio’s bass or treble while on a call.

ACCESSORIES
The BlackBerry Pearl 8130 also comes with a variety of accessories, including a stereo headset, travel charger, carrying pouch and USB cable. Additional accessories for BlackBerry handsets, including premium leather holsters and totes, an automotive charger, and Bluetooth headsets are available through retail outlets or online at www.shopblackberry.com.

The BlackBerry Pearl 8130 is supported on BlackBerry® Internet Service, giving users access to up to 10 supported business or personal email accounts (including most popular ISP email accounts), as well as BlackBerry® Enterprise Server, enabling advanced security and IT administration within IBM® Lotus® Domino®, Microsoft® Exchange and Novell® GroupWise® environments.

The BlackBerry Pearl 8130 will be available in two colors – silver and amethyst – from CDMA carriers in North America beginning in November 2007.

For more information, visit www.blackberrypearl8130.com

* Check with carrier for supported services.

BlackBerry Pearl 8130 Reviews

milve reviews the BlackBerry 8130 and writes, “The Pearl is a sleek phone that handles e-mail with such ease it is addictive (hence the nickname “crackberry.”) But paying to use high-speed networks such as Verizon’s, I wish the Web browser had more to offer.” Link.

CNET reviews the BlackBerry Pearl 8130 and writes, “We had some minor complaints, namely that the SureType keyboard requires a learning curve and that call quality can be slightly spotty at times. However, the new additions, coupled with the tried-and-true BlackBerry messaging functions, make the RIM BlackBerry Pearl 8130 an attractive choice for consumers and professionals looking for a sleek all-in-one device. The silver model is available now through Verizon Wireless for $199.99 with a two-year contract and after rebates.” Link.

The Washingtonpost reviews the BlackBerry Pearl 8130 and writes, “The BlackBerry Pearl 8130 is a great device for those who want the power of the BlackBerry platform without giving up a small form factor. The Pearl is attractive, easy to use and has several upgrades over previous versions of the Pearl that improves the overall performance. We weren’t particularly impressed by the camera and found the multimedia capabilities only middling, but overall the Pearl 8130 is a good pick for the user who wants a BlackBerry in a small convenient package.” Link.

Wirelessinfo reviews the BlackBerry Pearl 8130 and writes, “Overall, our one problem with this version of the Pearl is its redundancy. There really isn’t much to separate the Pearl 8130 from the original 8100. The browser is better, the camera is bumped up to 2-Megapixels, and it can capture video. If this increased functionality makes up the $100 difference between the two devices, then by all means invest in the 8130. Again, this doesn’t mean the 8130 isn’t worth its price; you just need to ask yourself if the minor upgrades are worth the price.” Link.

InfoSync reviews the BlackBerry Pearl 8130 (Sprint) and writes, “Well, this certainly isn’t the best Pearl of the bunch. Though Sprint’s Pearl does show signs of improvement over the first-generation GSM models, it has a few problems that would keep us from choosing it over other models. Most importantly, it was sluggish, and perhaps even buggy. Some Web pages refused to load at all, with no error or warning from the BlackBerry. Dealing with Sprint’s music player was a real hassle, and diminished the added value of having the Sprint Music Store on board. Don’t get us wrong, we liked the improvements, like the slight graphical upgrade and the ports for a 3.5mm headphone jack and a microSDHC card. But the same can be found elsewhere, without the problems.” Link.

InfoSync reviews the BlackBerry Pearl 8130 (Verizon Wireless) and writes, “Is this the best Pearl of the bunch? It certainly is an enticing phone, and RIM has quietly addressed some of the aesthetic issues that bothered us so much in the original. The original phone packed the stodgy BlackBerry OS into a slick, little device. The new Pearl 8130 gives the OS a haircut and a new suit to wear, and it makes the phone much more pleasant to be around. There’s still room for improvement. Some advanced multimedia features, like a great music player and some 3G services, would be nice, as would a desktop-grade browser. Still, potential BlackBerry users should think twice about other devices if you haven’t taken a look at this Pearl.” Link.

PC Mag reviews the BlackBerry Pearl 8130 and writes, “On both Sprint and Verizon, frequent messengers should take a look at the larger BlackBerry 8830, which provides a full QWERTY keyboard even as it lacks some of the 8130’s other multimedia upgrades. If you’re okay with skipping the full complement of letter keys, though, the Pearl is a compelling choice. Of the two 8130s, Sprint’s version wins out due to its streaming TV and mobile music store options. But even Verizon’s 8130 lures with its beautiful silver color and top-notch voice quality. Things could soon change if Verizon and Sprint introduce CDMA versions of the BlackBerry Curve that live up to our expectations. Either way, this Pearl is a real jewel.” Link.

PC World reviews the BlackBerry Pearl 8130 and writes, “The 8130 is great for anyone who wants to do some light e-mail communication and Web surfing on a phone that won’t feel bulky in a pocket. But if you’re a heavy keyboard user, you’re better off with a full-size smart phone.” Link.