[Review] Blackberry Torch 9810

Research In Motion (RIM) is expanding its line of BlackBerry Torch mobile phones and the latest entrant in this group is the BlackBerry Torch 9810. The handset comes in an all-in-one design combining the touch and type features. The Blackberry 9810 Torch comes with QWERTY SureType keyboard, 1.2 GHz processor, the BlackBerry OS 7, 8 GB of internal memory expandable via microSD card up to 32GB, Wi-Fi, Optical trackpad and HD video at 720p. The device packs in 768 MB of RAM.

The 5 megapixel camera fitted on the back of the phone has flash, continuous auto focus and 4x digital zoom options to take pictures in all kinds of conditions. The camera also features face detection, image stabilization and geo-tagging functionalities that make clicking images with this phone camera an enjoyable experience.

Those of you who always yearn for more space in their mobile phone, you can expand the memory of the Torch 9810 up to 32 GB using an external micro SD card. This BlackBerry device uses a standard 1270 mAh Li-Ion battery that gives a talk time of 6 hours in 2G and 5 hours in 3G networks.

This Torch series phone has a TFT LCD display screen having a screen resolution of 640 x 480 pixels that shows off pictures and videos in striking colors. The proprietary Liquid Graphics technology present in the touchscreen gives fluid animations and instant response times, making your touch experience all the more worthwhile.

The back of the Torch 9810 has a checkered pattern that adds to the aesthetic appeal of the device. Present below the touchscreen are the navigation keys - phone, menu, trackpad, back and power. The micro-USB charging port is located on the left side of the phone, while the right side houses the volume rocker and 3.5 mm jack. The handset is endowed with sensors such as accelerometer, proximity sensor and ambient light sensor.

You can connect to the Internet on the Torch 9810 through Wi-Fi and 3G. The phone supports USB and Bluetooth functionalities for file transfer.

The phone is preloaded with BlackBerry Maps and GPS feature so that you are always on the right track. The Torch 9810 also supports voice-activated universal search with speech-to-text translation that lets you search the web or files in your phone, without the need of typing.

Socializing is easy via the BlackBerry Torch 9810 as it comes integrated with social networking services such as Facebook and Twitter. The phone lets you see all your social network and RSS feeds in one view. You can also simultaneously update multiple social networks with a single post. To take care of your business needs, the phone is bestowed with Push e-mail and Document viewer support.

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