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BlackBerry 8520 mobile phone reviews conclude that this is the beginner BlackBerry.  It comes with the new trackpad system, full QWERTY keyboard, mobile email, camera, and multi-media player. It has a good connectivity and makes an excellent introduction to the brand.

Opinions do differ between the new trackpad and the trackball system, with some commentators preferring the older style trackpad, while others find the trackball really responsive and easy to use.

While its screen and camera are not as high spec as higher end models, its not a G3, so there’s no GPS, but it more than makes up for that in other areas, with good memory, and ease of use for emails and text. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.0, mini USB and a 3.5mm jack point, which is ideal for attaching headphones, hands free kit or car stereo.

Not the most sophisticated social networking smart phone but it does give you reasonable access to the likes of Twitter and Facebook, with decent email functionality.

The Curve is more robust, when compared to the BlackBerry Pearl with a good clear screen and sharp sounding speakers. The screen is a little small, but they have also included dedicated multimedia keys for audio track play, selection and advancing. There is criticism of the quality of the camera as it is only two megapixels and has no flash, and the keyboard is not as comfortable as on other models.

Although there are drawbacks in certain areas with budget BlackBerry mobile phones, the Curve is a good buy.