The all New Sleek BlackBerry 8800 Smartphone debuts

Today, Research in Motion (RIM) unveiled the BlackBerry 8800, a new version of the BlackBerry Smartphone. So what’s new in the BlackBerry 8800 Smartphone, that’s absent from its predecessors? Well read on to find out.

Above all, the all new and sleek BlackBerry 8800 phone will replace RIM’s signature side navigation wheel with a front trackball that first appeared in the recently launched BlackBerry Pearl.

Secondly, the BlackBerry 8800 Smartphone happens to be the thinnest BlackBerry to be manufactured to date. The BlackBerry 8800 Smartphone measures just 0.55-inches from the front to the back. It is however, a bit taller, but much narrower than its predecessors.

Then, the BlackBerry 8800 phone is also able to pick up signals from GPS satellites meant for location tracking, because the Smartphone comes installed with BlackBerry maps, which is an application that can actually use GPS signals to provide driving directions, in case you get lost on the road. Moreover, users can also send maps via e-mails using the BlackBerry 8800 Smartphone.

The BlackBerry 8800 Smartphone comes preloaded with a media player, and an external storage slot for removable microSD memory cards.

A feature that has remained constant from the earliest BlackBerry to the BlackBerry 8800 Smartphone is the high-capacity battery, which provides the same uncompromising battery life that Blackberry Smartphones have always been known for.

The BlackBerry 8800 Smartphone is also equipped with a full, highly tactile QWERTY keyboard. The keyboard is also available in AZERTY and QWERTZ configurations.

RIM said the quad-band GSM/GPRS and EDGE-enabled BlackBerry 8800 offers best-in-class performance with smoothly integrated support for voice and data applications, including phone, email, text messaging, Web browser, organizer, multimedia and more. Powering its robust performance is an ultra-thin, high-capacity battery that further extends the uncompromising battery life for which BlackBerry handsets are renowned.

The BlackBerry 8800 phone has advanced and easy-to-use phone features including noise cancellation for enhanced audio performance, Speaker Independent Voice Recognition for Voice Activated Dialing (VAD), intuitive call management functions such as smart dialing, conference calling, speed dialing and call forwarding, as well as dedicated “send”, “end” and “mute” keys. It also features a high quality, low-distortion speakerphone and Bluetooth 2.0 for use with hands-free headsets, car kits and other Bluetooth peripherals. Support for polyphonic, mp3 and MIDI ringtones is included.

With the large, bright, high resolution (320 x 240 pixel) landscape display, images appear vivid and crisp for viewing emails, attachments, pictures, videos, Web pages, business applications and games. Built-in light sensing technology automatically adjusts the screen, keyboard and trackball brightness for optimized visibility in various lighting environments. RIM said the vibrant display, coupled with the BlackBerry 8800’s trackball navigation, delivers a user experience that is dynamic and intuitive.

The BlackBerry 8800 phone also comes with a media player and stereo headset jack. The player supports MP3 and ACC music files and MPEG4 and H.263 video files. The handset’s expandable memory capability allows users to store their favorite music and videos on a microSD card to enjoy while on the go. Music and video are delivered with rich sound and vivid color.

The BlackBerry 8800 can operate with BlackBerry Internet Service, giving users the ability to manage up to 10 supported personal and corporate email accounts, as well as BlackBerry Enterprise Server, which includes IT policy controls for managing the handset’s features and usage.

The BlackBerry wireless platform gives customers the capability to deploy a variety of applications. Business solutions from third-party software providers can further extend the BlackBerry platform to support various business needs such as CRM, sales force automation, field services, business intelligence, supply chain management and continuity of operations, as well as a broad range of industry-specific applications for sectors including health care, law enforcement, government, financial services, insurance, pharmaceutical, professional services, real estate, manufacturing, wholesale and retail.

The BlackBerry 8800 phone comes with a complement of accessories in the box, including a headset, travel charger and USB cable. Additional Authentic BlackBerry Accessories, including premium leather holsters and totes, desktop and automotive chargers, Bluetooth headsets and other peripherals, are available online at www.shopblackberry.com.