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All rights reserved. http://www.phonescoop.com/img/rss_badge.gif http://www.phonescoop.com/ 88 31 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=36001#review36001 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=36001#review36001 Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:56:10 GMT <p><i>stankyy submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>4.5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>Pros... small, web nice...trackball nice (keep it clean) mp3 player (jamming), easy to use once u get use to it... stylish<br /><br />Cons... u have a added storge but wont activate with the current 2.0 appl on the phone ,have to upgrade to a 2.1 from blackberry setting up the phone to talk to the computer,,,a pain.. but once u get it...sweeet<br />STANKYYYYYYYYYY</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=35105#review35105 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=35105#review35105 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:56:03 GMT <p><i>narn3049 submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>Ok, so I got this phone for the company work that i do, and I simply had seen my self breaking this phone. For example. I dropped the phone and the trackball popped out. I know it was me that dropped the phone. i really did love the phone but I cant afford it to be dropped and broke and dropped and broken again.<br /><br />Texting: <br />This was a great text messaging picture messaging phone, the phone was very cool and it was easy for me to get my emails on. I was extremely fast with the SureType keyboard and I just really in genral loved the phone</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=34071#review34071 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=34071#review34071 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 21:27:30 GMT <p><i>Jigs submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>3</b> (out of 5)</p><p>This Phone!! No way. <br />I got the phone from Rogers wireless. They sold me this phone saying the best of all the phones.... <br />Battery life sux. <br />Scroll button would not work....<br />I had to send this phone for repair to BB. They sent me a refurbished phone saying that it was brand new. Bunch of crucks. <br />No video. <br />Camera quality of picture is not good at all, You can see blurry pic. <br />BB Screen can barely survive in cold winter time. Indoor and Outdoor temp difference causes screen to crack. <br />I suggest get iPhone or any phone but BB.</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=33864#review33864 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=33864#review33864 Fri, 29 May 2009 15:03:23 GMT <p><i>Bennyboy submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>4.5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>Really like the phone i had the razr before and it was an ok phone but the blackberry (BB) is a feature packed phone and i never look at what the phone is like just the features it is a great phone but the keys are two small for my fat fingers.<br /><br />Pros.<br />~The Camera Is Good Not Much Of A Flash<br />~Great Screen<br />~Track Ball Makes It Fast <br />~The Phone Works Fast When Reviewing Pictures<br />~Micro SD Card Slot<br />~Good Media Player<br /><br />Cons.<br />~NO VIDEO (sob)<br />~Not A Flip I Love The Flip Phones But I Bought It And A Week Later They Came Out With The Pearl Flip<br />~Micro SD Located Under The Battery.<br />~Flash Is OK<br /><br />Well That Was My Review for the Blackberry Curve 8100. It Is A Good Phone But I Would Not Request It To Any One.</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=33519#review33519 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=33519#review33519 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:49:16 GMT <p><i>bartriver2006 submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>I have had over 50 phones and a few different blackberries. This one is the best! I wanted a phone that fits in my pocket in my pants that isn't so big like the other blackberries and this is it!<br /><br />The email is great, blackberry rules the email! the browser is good enough especial since i upgraded to the new 4.5 device software! The camera is probably just fair!<br /><br /><br />If you want a phone with a great call quality and reception, with great smart phone features this is the best of both world's, nothing else can compare.</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=32274#review32274 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=32274#review32274 Wed, 17 Dec 2008 04:04:47 GMT <p><i>g33kymama submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>1.5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>I've owned many phones, on many different carriers. I am not impressed with this BB Pearl. I'm on my third one, I keep having to get it replaced by T-Mobile. Each time I get a replacement phone, a different problem arises. The same issues I've had with all three phones are listed below.<br /><br />Cons<br /><br />*Battery life (I've had to charge the phone everyday)<br />*Speaker-phone gets stuck on during calls and won't turn off<br />*Flash on camera stays on until I take out the battery<br />*Very slow loading any application<br />*Freezes constantly and needs to have the battery taken out<br />*Randomly shuts itself off<br />*Trackball gets stuck <br /><br />Pros<br /><br />*Attractive phone<br />*Trackball is nice when it works properly<br />*Decent camera<br />*Brickbreaker game<br />*Fits nicely in pocket/purse</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=30978#review30978 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=30978#review30978 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 18:14:56 GMT <p><i>megaman0121 submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>I've had this phone for a few months now and today it has received my seal of approval. For a 2 year contract with ATT the cost is relatively low. The data side of the phone is good. The only downside is no media streaming. The voice side isn't as good as it should be. The reason it got my seal of approval is because I literally drowned my phone, completely submerged it in water. Took the battery out and dried out the internals. I'm writing this review from the drowned device. The only problem I'm having is the trackball button working intermittently. Need I say more?</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=30949#review30949 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=30949#review30949 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 16:06:58 GMT <p><i>altryan submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>4.5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>I have had the Pearl 8100 on T-Mobile for just over a month now, and I must say, this is hands down the best smartphone I have ever used. <br /><br />Pros:<br />E-mail is a snap<br />Edge Web Browsing is still fast<br />Calendar<br />Smart-type actually learns as you use it<br />Text messaging is great<br />TONS of Applications for free from Blackberry's website<br />Great Reception<br /><br />Cons:<br /><br />Blackberry Maps is pretty featureless<br />Does freeze up sometimes<br />Slow startup times<br />Ringtones are not that loud<br />Does not do word documents<br /><br />All in all, this is a solid smartphone, I have used:<br /><br />-Motorola RAZR V3M<br />-Motorola Q<br />-Samsung Blackjack II<br />-Palm Centro<br /><br />And the Pearl tops them all, hands down. If you are looking for a reliable, very functional phone, the Pearl is absolutely it.</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=30111#review30111 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=30111#review30111 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:09:08 GMT <p><i>j.best submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>I replaced my Z3 for the Pearl. Never thought i would leave motorola but i am really impressed .......!!!! Windows Live Messenger is also a plus... Lol !!!</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=29784#review29784 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=29784#review29784 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 08:39:05 GMT <p><i>caprncss submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>0</b> (out of 5)</p><p>my husband and i hate this piece of crap!. we bought the overpriced piece of garbage and i am on my second one and his just stopped working. it so wasnt worth it. it was too confusing, the trackball stopped working,and it just plain sucks</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=29747#review29747 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=29747#review29747 Mon, 07 Jul 2008 17:10:44 GMT <p><i>Akashrahi submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>4</b> (out of 5)</p><p>the blackberry pearl 8100 is a very good phone and I will tell you why <br /><br />Pros: <br />* its very small and pocket size so you can put anywhere litterly. <br />* the Internet is fast with edge.<br />* the email interface is great <br />* the texting on XT9 is very fast.<br />* the camera is very fast<br /> <br />Cons:<br /><br />* the back cover is a little flimsy<br />* it can get scrathed easyily<br />* the phone can lag sometimes<br /><br />Overall I would prefer this phone<br />If your fingers are big then get the curve <br /><br />Contact me at xxahrimsxx@yahoo.com for any questions</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=29440#review29440 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=29440#review29440 Sat, 21 Jun 2008 00:50:06 GMT <p><i>masone207 submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>2.5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>i bought my blackberry pearl last week,upgrading from a Treo 650, horrible mistake. it started off as a wonderfull phone. but then the trouble started. i drove up to a frends house and it hardly had recpition at all, whell my frend with a RAZR V3xx had almost perfect recpition the whole way. that is the olny issue with this phone. i am taking it back and exching it for a palm Centro.</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=29198#review29198 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=29198#review29198 Tue, 03 Jun 2008 00:52:15 GMT <p><i>calvin109 submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>2.5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>I have had two of these. The first one was great.. until day two. I noticed that the space and enter buttons stuck and made an annoying squeaking noise like they were getting stuck on something. I sent that phone back because I was told that this was not normal and it was only a defect in that specific phone. I went back to my old phone for a month, and tried the Pearl again. After only two days of having it, it started to have the same problem with the keys, except this time, three keys had the problem. The sticking and squeaking really annoys me. And for $300, a phone should not do this. What are the odds of getting two phones with the exact same problem. Its a shame because everything else about this phone is perfect. I will definitely be returning this phone this weekend; for the second time. And going back to my sidekick..</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=29184#review29184 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=29184#review29184 Mon, 02 Jun 2008 02:46:26 GMT <p><i>laurathenurse submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>3</b> (out of 5)</p><p>I loved everything about this phone except the service. I sounded like I was in a drum the person on the other end in the majority of my conversations. I dropped SEVERAL calls!<br />I found that if the phone had 2 bars or less it might as well have none at all. I live in a metro area, but it is a very mountainous terrain. I am so disappointed that I had to return this phone.<br /><br />Pro:<br />compact size, centered number key pad, large display, push to talk capability, instant email notification, good picture quality, blackberry messenger<br /><br />Cons:<br /><br />Spotty service, blackberry data package required, no video capability, group inbox (email, text, pictures, etc all to one inbox)</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=29068#review29068 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=29068#review29068 Sat, 24 May 2008 14:43:13 GMT <p><i>chocolateman85006 submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>4</b> (out of 5)</p><p>I got this phone for a friend (The T-Mobile one); and before I give it to them, I wanted to play around with it. I'm a Windows Mobile kinda guy, but this phone is impressive. <br /><br />Cons (few, but still there):<br />No video. <br />Can't sync and do other things simultaneously, like you can on Windows Mobile phones. <br />It takes a while to load when turning the phone on.<br />I may never get used to the keyboard. Who really can?! <br /> <br />Pros:<br />Scrollball.<br />Camera, despite the lack of video, is still good.<br />Compact.<br />Good reception everywhere.<br />Speedy internet.<br /><br /><br /><br />Great phone, overall; but if I ever get a RIM phone, it'll be the Curve, as it has a QWERTY keypad.</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=28997#review28997 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=28997#review28997 Mon, 19 May 2008 19:10:24 GMT <p><i>tuner4life submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>4</b> (out of 5)</p><p>Ive only had this phone for a couple weeks and it is my first smart phone but so far i am pretty impressed.<br />PROS: 1.camera is really nice<br />2.I like the fact that you can customized almost anything (including the text font and size)<br />3. battery life is pretty good<br />4. voice dialing is easy<br />5. magnetic case automatically turns backlight off to save battery<br /><br />Cons<br />1. flash on camera is dull<br />2. have trouble sending or receiving bluetooth files though i believe this is a at&amp;t issue<br />3. keypad is hard to get used to(but this is my first QWERTY)</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=28332#review28332 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=28332#review28332 Sun, 23 Mar 2008 04:58:51 GMT <p><i>aleasa submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>i have never, ever, ever loved a phone until now. this is my first blackberry and i will tell you it's amazing. <br /><br />PROS:<br />:* SureType, amazing once you get used to it (it took me about 2 days)<br />:* big, crystal clear, vibrant screen! even in daylight!<br />:* LOUD playback, my mp3 ringers are all on low because it's so loud! stock ringers are a bit quieter.<br />:* PC-sync, even if you are not a business user, being able to sync your calendar is still useful. also LOVE the ability to transfer files between phone and PC via USB.<br />:* text messaging reads in a (reverse) conversation format.. this is helpful! <br />:* email, comes virtually in real time, and can be deleted from both handheld and inbox simultaneously. <br />:* virtually LIMITLESS customization possibilities with the addition of a data plan to add applications, many of which are free. if you dislike something about the phone, chances are there's an app to correct it.. these includes things as useful as turn by turn GPS and call blocking!<br />:* owning a BlackBerry has its own perks, BB messenger and online communities such as CrackBerry to help with anything that may be wrong.<br />:* let's just face it, it's beautiful.<br /><br />CONS: <br />:* do not like to have to fork over another $20 to T-Mobile each month, but the unlimited data is the cheapest of all carriers, and definitely worth it.<br />:* sleek, i'm worried it will slip from my hands.. it has not, but i will be purchasing accessories for the first time in my phone-owning history, just in case!<br /><br />i will NEVER go back to a regular cell phone again. ever. this phone has every capability you need. it has basically replaced my computer, excepting that i have to write papers for school. all the chat, email, web browsing, directions, scheduling, and daily reminders i will ever need is right here. my friends are even happy without data packages (i.e. texting, brickbreaker --the game-- and calling only). <br /><br />form and function collide in this blackberry. you won't be sorry.</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=28301#review28301 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=28301#review28301 Thu, 20 Mar 2008 22:36:41 GMT <p><i>liltinamarie submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>4.5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>The BlackBerry Pearl 8100 is such a cool phone it gets great reception it is very easy to use the keyboard and the battery life is outstanding. The camera is not a very good camera but this phone is very user friendly. I love my BlackBerry Pearl. The very enthusiastic customer service team at shopwirelessbuy.com made my online shopping experience wonderful.</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=28250#review28250 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=28250#review28250 Sun, 16 Mar 2008 18:33:24 GMT <p><i>nlittleadmin submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>5</b> (out of 5)</p><p>I've had mine for about a week now and it is really surprising me. I was assuming it would be a lesser version of the 8800 series, but is has pretty much everything that the 8800s do, less the large QWERTY keyboard. <br /><br /><br />FINGERPRINT MAGENT!!<br />Scratches very easily.<br /><br />Camera is a little weak, but other than that, I have no complaints...</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=27985#review27985 http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/user_reviews.php?phone=1053&r=27985#review27985 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 20:05:32 GMT <p><i>qwerty2006 submitted this review of the BlackBerry Pearl 8100:</i></p><p>Overall rating: <b>4</b> (out of 5)</p><p>This is a very very solid phone! It is great for all of the people who want a smart phone, but really don't want to deal with the size, touch screen, slide etc. The pearl has been out for a while, and it still continues to sell--that must say something! Blackberry has been doing their job for years, and they have gotten really good at it.<br /><br />The camera isn't great, neither is the flash--however, it's a phone and the phone is good! Emails come right away, and using the phone is easy. It offers enough features for seasoned smart phone users to enjoy, and easy enough for first time users to have a easy time with it. The keypad looks difficult, but it is very easy to use. The battery life on this phone is great. I am currently using another TMobile phone with horrible battery life, and I am going back to the Pearl next month when I save up enough money to buy it. It's a very inexpensive phone for all that it does!!<br /><br />The screen isn't that great, and I understand the size of the phone is small, but putting it next to the blackberry Curve makes the screen look so cheap! If you have to choose I would say the Curve for the same features, but the Pearl for the size.<br /><br />I gave this a 4 and not a 5 for the mere fact, it has some bugs--like everything in life, so nothing is perfect and I didn't want you to think it was!</p> <p><i>(Follow link to rate this review or report it to us as inappropriate.)</i></p> http://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum.php?ff=1053