BlackBerry 9000 delayed until July/August?
We’re not really sure where to go with this one. An August release for the BlackBerry 9000? We’ve heard it may actually be that far away. Let us also clarify: the BlackBerry 8xxx, the one we posted from Vodafone’s lineup, and the one that appeared on eBay is what we are referring to as the BlackBerry 9000 from here on in. We initially heard AT&T would have a 6-month exclusive on the device in the U.S., and that was to be released in late May, but more like June. New information provided to us has us believing the July / August release date might be accurate. You know how we roll over here at BGR, so take this as a rumor (obviously) and don’t sell your RIMM shares just yet. Remember that the BlackBerry Curve was released in late May last year, so this would put RIM well over the one-year mark (not counting the ridiculous incarnations of the 8300-series, 8800-series, and 8100-series) for a brand new device. What you think, people? Can you wait that long, or are you jumping ship if July / August is the real release date?
On Mar 27, 2008 @ 3:41 pm, Wifiguy Said:
What so special about this BB? Looks like every other BB to me. Should it at least have a full touch screen and a slide out keyboard like the Experia?
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On Mar 27, 2008 @ 3:56 pm, json Said:
nope just switch to sprint 8330 is right around the corner in April. that’ll give you everything you need and more (like GPS) hahaha
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On Mar 27, 2008 @ 4:35 pm, Dtest5477 Said:
RIM is moving slower and slower all the time, but with DoD type security comes a very very slow time in changing both devices and OS. This will hurt them as they need a new headliner, the Curve is old news at this point and to wait till July / August when Apple will do everything they can to get the 3G iphone out before the 9000.
The Race is On. - coming from a very happy iphone user. (former BB user).
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On Mar 27, 2008 @ 5:48 pm, Mike Said:
Don’t blame RIM on the lack of 3G in GSM devices. They build devices based upon the requests of carriers. Blame AT&T and TMo.
My Sprint BB is quite peppy….
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On Mar 27, 2008 @ 6:25 pm, Mikerona Said:
The picture you just saw is misleading. Imagine this BB with touchscreen that then slide revealing a keyboard underneath. Forget August, RIM can’t afford to sit back and let business go the way of the 3G iPhone, not in a million years.
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On Mar 27, 2008 @ 6:59 pm, ReL Said:
Curve still has another few months of life in it - I can wait. If AT&T gets this with a 6-Month Exclusive, I say we file the Sherman Act on their asses! Lets also hope that the govt decides to give highly profitable T-Mobile its spectrum for 3G back - You know they won’t jack you on data like AT&T does…
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On Mar 27, 2008 @ 7:01 pm, Jibi Said:
Keep in mind that the BlackBerry 9000 will be the first business-class/business-targeted BlackBerry device released by RIM to have a camera. It wasn’t too long ago when the Pearl became the first camera-enabled BlackBerry and it was all the hype… I think this one is important, from the stance of the 3G, etc., but perhaps RIM’s vital moment will be in their follow-up device (most likely a consumer model, although little to nothing is being said about what it may be).
Also, I wouldn’t expect Apple to do ANYTHING to try and push up any potential release dates that may be looming in the distance. They are not in competition with RIM, no matter which way you look at it. Perhaps in the future, they might be. However, considering the external beta for the current iPhone is just now getting underway with corporations, it’s very unlikely that Apple’s 3G device, if they’re eyeing a May/June release timeframe, will have the highly anticipated Enterprise features that many of us have been requesting well over a year now. I can remember my call with one of Apple’s Enterprise and Institutional personnel… they were quite clueless.
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On Mar 27, 2008 @ 8:44 pm, Jeff B. Said:
Well that sucks I actually wanted to check one out sooner.
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On Mar 28, 2008 @ 12:41 am, Katherine Said:
Totally unexciting design. I am MUCH more excited about the Curve hitting Verizon than this design! The keyboard looks like a nightmare. Cannot wait to dump by Pearl (and that SureType invention from hell) for a Curve.
One of the above posters said they would switch to ATT. DON”T DO IT! I did it for the Curve and while I LOVED the phone, the reception from ATT was aweful and I had about 5 dropped calls a day (compared to Verizon). I live in San Diego, not in the boonies. Stay with Verizon and have patience until the Curve arrives.
Kath
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On Mar 28, 2008 @ 1:46 am, mo Said:
this shit better be /touchscreen cuz i’m tired over da jesusphone hype…goddamm it rim!!!
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On Mar 28, 2008 @ 1:49 am, andy Said:
Where’s the touch screen RIM? huh 3g all that im getting bored with my pearl
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On Mar 28, 2008 @ 2:13 am, liquidplatinum Said:
@Jibi
Your comment about the hefty price tag is what I’m thinking about to. I’m definitely getting the VZW Curve but I’m also going to try the 9000 when released by at&t. That would be great if the screen quality is going to be as good as you say. That was my only complaint about the different Curve models. The screen quality didn’t seem as good as the 8800 series.
I guess from the looks of it, my only complaint about the 9000 so far is the keyboard. It looks like the 8830/Moto Q9m (VZW-comparison) and it operates like it then that will be disappointing for me.
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On Mar 28, 2008 @ 5:59 am, Sarah Said:
Thats pretty strange, why BlackBerry 9000 get delayed when they already had prototype in their hands start of this year. Probably BlackBerry 9000 will lose some customers.
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On Mar 28, 2008 @ 10:03 am, Name Said:
Very sexy phone! So Verizon will get this in say……never!
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On Mar 28, 2008 @ 10:24 am, err Said:
RIM reporting a delay, I’m shocked. They need to stop stating release dates, because they never make them, both device and BES.
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On Mar 28, 2008 @ 10:30 am, Kirk Said:
Dtest5477, what are you talking about. I work for DoD and we’ve using bluetooth smart card readers to encrypt and sign email for years now.
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On Mar 28, 2008 @ 11:15 am, Stephen Said:
It’s different accross the country. Here in Orlando.. AT&T’s covererage is flawless, while my girlfriend’s Verizon coverage is terrible.
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On Mar 28, 2008 @ 12:26 pm, RS Said:
I agree, they can keep it if that’s the design. Plus, I’ve had it with their consistent lack of interest or care about Mac users and a solid software interface that really works. I’ve waited 3 years…time to move on!
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On Mar 28, 2008 @ 12:52 pm, bbchristopher Said:
I can’t wait for a new BB to be released! I am totally loyal to RIM, so there is no chance of me jumping ship, I just think they need to get their game together and get these devices out!
But, it’s true about the 8800 keyboard. It’s not that good. 8700 was better and the 8300 is better.
But here’s hoping…..
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On Mar 28, 2008 @ 3:43 pm, Todd Said:
I’m moving over the the iPhone unless the customer service from Apple is horrible…wait, nevermind!
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On Mar 28, 2008 @ 7:35 pm, Jim H. Said:
Here we are…talking about the 9000, and STILL no Curve from VZW.
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On Mar 29, 2008 @ 7:39 pm, sudsboi84 Said:
I think it’s really funny how people like to bash RIM and BlackBerry. The thing they don’t realise is how complex their systems are and how much work go into their systems. When they release a product it’s usually 100% reliable and VERY sturdy unlike so many other companies that rush out and release flawed products. Also if I ever did have a problem I know that they would fix it right away as their customer support is the best support organization that I’ve ever had to deal with. As far as iPhone Exchange support obviously people don’t realize that the total cost for 500 users on BlackBerry is about $40k as compared to about $140k for MS Direct Push. Now that’s just for the back end systems. The cost of an iPhone is much more. Also people don’t realize is that the BlackBerry solution was built from the ground up as a messaging and data solution and not a patch job like its competition. The BlackBerry solution also has over 300 intergrated IT security solutions and is capable of fully encrypting all data on the BlackBerry smartphone and fully remote wiping along with other high security policies like require password input and CAC readers. The BlackBerry solution also compresses the data much more than any competition thus reducing data over head on the networks and increasing battery life. This increased compression will be even more noticible once 3G comes out. People who say that they don’t need to care or don’t worry about security just think of how much information someone could get from your device if they where able to intercept your private conversations and gain access to your personal information.
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On Mar 29, 2008 @ 9:39 pm, Peter Pan Said:
I miss my pocket pc after getting the pearl 8130… the RIM OS is horrible and RIM will have some serious issues now that every1 else has push email… what a horrible OS, and there will be no point in getting the 9000 series when the new OS will be released for every device
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On Mar 31, 2008 @ 1:29 am, Ray Said:
I’ve loved all my Blackberries, really I have, but this might be the end of it. I’m willing to give up a feature or two to stay with BB, but if THIS is the best they can do, it may be time to go. All I really want is a decent browser. That’s it, nothing fancy. If the BB can’t do it, and the iPhone’s push email works well, I may have to (reluctantly) jump ship.:(
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On Apr 5, 2008 @ 7:45 pm, drew Said:
3G and GPS one new godphone, GOOD BYE SPRINT AND BLACKBERRY 8830:D
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