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Finally, BlackBerry’s first flip phone, dubbed BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220, was released exclusively by T-Mobile USA.  BlackBerry Pearl users who would opt to upgrade to this new BlackBerry phone might find it similar to the original BlackBerry Pearl.  With a new distinguishing feature, of course, that this one is a flip phone.  Aside from being a flip phone, the BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 also features some great smartphone functionality.

Those who have used a BlackBerry handsets before know that one of the strengths of BlackBerry smartphones is their integration with enterprise email solution. 

As for the Flip 8220’s flip design, don’t think that it is just for aesthetic purposes.  RIM made sure that the flip design serve a purpose, and that is to protect the phone’s internal screen.  The phone also has an external screen which displays calendar reminders, email, text messages and phone call previews.

Other features of the BlackBerry Flip 8220 include video recording and playback functionality, 2MP camera with digital zoom, stereo Bluetooth support, and a memory card slot.  It also has Wi-Fi which will be useful for accessing T-Mobile’s Unlimited HotSpot Calling service.

The BlackBerry Flip 8220 is a Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE/Wi-Fi phone.  It is available now at all T-Mobile retail stores and authorized dealers for $148.99

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