T-Mobile Commits to the BlackBerry Curve 8900

T-Mobile USA has just confirmed the numerous rumors that it will introduce the latest model in the BlackBerry Curve series next month.

"With rich multimedia capabilities, exceptional mobile email and messaging features, enhanced Web browsing, a premium phone and easy access to social networking communities, including Facebook, Flickr, and MySpace.com, the BlackBerry Curve 8900 helps you make the most of a busy lifestyle that spans well beyond normal business hours," said Mark Guibert, vice president, corporate marketing, Research In Motion.

An Overview of the BlackBerry Curve 8900

The BlackBerry Curve 8900 -- formerly known as the Javelin --  will have a full QWERTY keyboard and a 2.44-inch, HVGA+ (480 by 360 pixel) display. It will be the thinnest and lightest BlackBerry with a full keyboard.

This quad-band GSM smartphone will not have 3G, but it will include Wi-Fi b/g and Bluetooth.

It will support T-Mobile's Unlimited HotSpot Calling service -- which uses Wi-Fi VoIP -- as well as unlimited nationwide calling to five people with the myFaves service.

This smartphone will also have a 512 MHz processor, GPS receiver, a 3.2 MPx camera, and a 1400 mAHr battery. It will include a microSD card slot and be bundled with a 256 MB card.

More information on the BlackBerry Curve 8900 is available on RIM's website.

Coming Next Month

T-Mobile USA says it will release this smartphone some time next month. Rumors say that the debut could be as early as Feb. 11.

Pricing for this model is not yet known.