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BlackBerry 7290

BlackBerry 7290
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alaScore 81

111 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 111 reviews of BlackBerry 7290. The average rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. People are impressed by the battery and design. The price and portability also get good feedback. The connectivity and sound get less positive comments.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the BlackBerry 7290 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 81/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for BlackBerry 7290

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 4 user reviews of BlackBerry 7290 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones on Amazon.co.uk.

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for BlackBerry 7290

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 42 user reviews of BlackBerry 7290 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.8/5 for other Cell phones on Amazon.com. People really like the portability. The usability also gets good feedback. There are some mixed views about the price. There are some less positive opinions about the performance.

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69% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Matthew Overington (goodgearguide.com.au)

RIM BlackBerry 7290

 

The BlackBerry phenomenon has the ability to change work habits permanently. The system allows users to collect email anywhere there's network coverag...

Bluetooth functionality, great keyboard

A little hard to read the screen in full sunlight, some may find the shape unappealing

If you're looking for mobile email access, the BlackBerry 7290 is a great solution. It's bulky for a phone, but the keyboard is ideal for entering screeds of text.

Jul, 2005
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Expert review by : William O'Neal (cnet.com)

BlackBerry 7290 (T-Mobile) review: BlackBerry 7290 (T-Mobile)

 

T-Mobile RIM BlackBerry 7290 The real beauty of Research In Motion (RIM) BlackBerry devices is their simplicity, and in that regard, the 7290 for T-Mobile hits the nail on the head. Nowhere as flashy as many of the Windows Mobile devices we've...

The RIM BlackBerry 7290 for T-Mobile boasts a color display, Bluetooth, an easy-to-use interface, and extensive e-mail support. The world phone is also compact.

We didn't like the dim screen or the lack of a speakerphone and expandable memory on the BlackBerry 7290.

Sleek and simple, the RIM BlackBerry 7290 for T-Mobile is a great option for on-the-go types.

Sep, 2005
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Expert review by : Sascha Segan (pcmag.com)

RIM BlackBerry 7290

 

A little Bluetooth goes a long way—and simplifies BlackBerry phone calls.

Wireless headsets supported. Excellent battery life. Easy-to-use e-mail.

No voice dialing. Slow when used as a PC modem.

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Jun, 2005
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Expert review by : PhoneArena Team (phonearena.com)

RIM BlackBerry 7290 review

 

Business on the go professionals - this device is for you. With average data coverage and clear calls anyone can find a good use for the 7290. We can finally thank the folks at RIM for allowing the use of Bluetooth headsets, and groan a little for...

Quality and stronger physical design than competitors ; Bluetooth finally available on a BlackBerry ; BlackBerry Enterprise Server immediately syncs with office PCs ; Push” email service – compose and send emails in seconds ; Stable and responsive...

Display resolution is nothing to be proud of ; Does not support polyphonic ring tones (no mp3s folks) ; Without a built-in speakerphone the 7290 lacks the complete package ; Web Browsing capabilities not as enhanced as some competitors

Jul, 2005
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Expert review by : Matthew Overington (goodgearguide_com_au)

Research In Motion Blackberry 7290

 

Bluetooth functionality, great keyboard

A little hard to read the screen in full sunlight, some may find the shape unappealing

If you're looking for mobile email access, the BlackBerry 7290 is a great solution. It's bulky for a phone, but the keyboard is ideal for entering screeds of text.

Jul, 2005
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Expert review by : By Steve Rosenbush (businessweek.com)

BlackBerry 7290

 

The granddaddy of mobile e-mail devices still performs its founding function with ease, but in other respects, it's showing its age

Apr, 2005
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RIM BlackBerry 7290 Review

 

The RIM BlackBerry 7290 comes with e-mail, phone, browser, SMS, browser and organizer applications in a single, integrated handheld.

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Expert review by (mobiletechreview.com)

BlackBerry 7290 - PDA Reviews by Mobile Tech Review

 

Add Bluetooth and an extra radio band to an established line up of solid corporate messaging device and you have the Blackberry 7290 from Research in Motion. For those who missed the Blackberry mobile revolution, the Blackberry is the quintessential...

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Consumer review (shopping.com)

Good for what it is.

 

Not a fun phone anymore and defintely dated, but I did enjoy using. I miss the old Blackberry side-scroll wheel. Very similar to ease of texting as 8700 series.

Easy To Use

Bulky

Apr, 2010
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Consumer review (shopping.com)

This is a super fine product of RIM

 

As a very well-known cellphone producer, Reseach in Montion always make people admire their production. Its smartphones called Blackberry are making a huge number of fan all over the wolrd. Blackberry 7290 is one of the most successful Blackberry...

Great Design, Nice Screen, Stylish

Lacks features

Apr, 2010
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