Processor
| Processor frequency |
512 MHz |
Data transmission
| Infrared data port |
N |
| Bluetooth version |
2.0+EDR |
| Bluetooth |
Y |
Camera
| Video capture resolution (max) |
320 x 240 pixels |
| Zoom capability |
5x |
| Built-in camera |
Y |
| Megapixel |
2 MP |
Power
| Talk time |
4.5 h |
| Standby time |
408 h |
Technical details
| Phone function |
Y |
| Vibrating alert |
Y |
| Keyboard layout |
QWERTY |
| Barcode reader |
N |
Video
| Video compression formats |
H.263, H.264, MPEG4 |
Messaging
| MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) |
Y |
| E-mail |
Y |
Audio
| Speakers |
Y |
| Voice recording |
Y |
Wireless LAN features
| Wireless technology |
802.11b/g |
Networking
| Operating frequency |
850/900/1800/1900 MHz |
| Networking features |
GSM/GPRS/EDGE |
Additionally
| RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) reader |
N |
| Battery performance |
1150 mAh |
8520 Curve, 6.2484 cm (2.46 ") , 320 x 240, 65k, TFT MCD, GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 MHz, 2.0MP, 256MB, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, Wi-Fi, 106g, Purple
Dedicated media keys
Control music and multimedia with dedicated media keys found atop the new BlackBerry® Curve™ 8520 smartphone. Skip over songs, pause music to talk, or repeat your favorites over and over.. You can even mute phone calls with the easy-access mute button.
Impressive typing and veiewing experience
The BlackBerry Curve 8520 smartphone neatly fits in your hand. A full QWERTY keyboard makes typing and sending messages easy and comfortable. The bright screen displays over 65,000 colors, providing a great viewing experience.
Trackpad navigation
Access what's important with trackpad navigation. Like a laptop, the trackpad lets you scroll through menus, icons and info by gliding your finger over it. Press and click to select an item and navigate to where you want to go.
Connect with BlackBerry App World
Discover a world of possibilities and apps for the BlackBerry Curve 8520 smartphone at BlackBerry App World™. Get breaking news,and the latest scores. Track the markets, stay on top of Hollywood gossip, enjoy live radio or just play games.
Easy media sharing
Take photos or videos4 and upload them to photo sharing apps like Flickr™ Uploader2, 3 or social networking sites like Facebook® and MySpace® . Send them to friends with MMS2, 3 messages, BlackBerry® Messenger or other instant messaging apps.
Out of the box Mac Compatibility
With the upcoming release of BlackBerry® Desktop Software for Mac you will be able to sync contacts, calendars, and notes with applications you use most. Use BlackBerry Desktop Software to enjoy a Mac experience on your BlackBerry smartphone.
