Let’s review on new production BlackBerry 9520 which is the second generation of the Storm series. BlackBerry 9520 retains almost all of the characteristics of 9520, also joins the WiFi functionality. It can be said that it is a fairly comprehensive model of the current BlackBerry touch screen product line. No matter you are a fan of BlackBerry, you must not miss the following content if you are looking forward to a unique, powerful and full-featured mobile phone.
Optimization of SurePress screen
BlackBerry Storm II 9520 (hereinafter referred to as BlackBerry 9520) is similar with BlackBerry 9500 in appearance, wide straight body, measurements size 112.5x62x13.5mm, the weight gains 5 g with the battery, to reach 160g. Girls whose hand are small is difficult to operate.
As still use the 3.25-inch 480 × 360 resolution capacitive screen, achieving the operation is depend on pressing. BlackBerry 9520 continue to use the “SurePress” technology, and has some optimizations based on 9500, making the operation feel and feedback clarity are improved.
Top of the lock screen, mute hidden key, handset at the top of the screen, LED light and light sensors, as well as the bottom of the classic four function keys has carried on the traditional BlackBerry design. Thre is no change on the sign of vodafone custom machine.
The back of the BlackBerry 9520 is made of metal. The way to open the rear cover is changed, you can off a single groove rather than buckle the both sides.The keys around the fuselage from metal package fully transformed into a rubber texture. Whether the overall operation of the unity of tone or feel have had good improvement.
It is satisfied that the machine retains the 3.5mm headphone interface, while the putting-independent speaker be moved from the lower edge of the rear cover to the bottom of the machine. That will not occur the dilemma of BlackBerry 9500 can not be placed flat. But this is also the test for the degree of wear-resistant of metal. It is worth mentioning that, long press the volume adjust key in the lock-screen mode enables the music forward and backward .
New operating system v5.0
Not only change in appearance is not obvious, it was found there is no big difference between v5.0 operating system and v4.7 operating system. The more is system response speed improved and some functions optimized
BlackBerry 9520 equipped with a 3.25-inch capacitive touch screen, 480×360 resolution is also top-level in the current BlackBerry family. Standby interface feature icons become larger more suitable for finger press, the font display is also more clearly.
There is no classic trackball, function keys of the BlackBerry has become confirm key. With the built-in balance sensor, the screen can also be automatically cross-screen display. With smooth sliding effects, to operate 9520 is a real pleasure.
Telephone and information function
Thanks to the large screen, there is no obstacles in calling with the BlackBerry 9520. You would not be running around in circles for the number keys and function keys in the phoning are same simple. With “SurePress” help, users don’t worry about the misuse in the process of calls.
BlackBerry 9520 provides a longitudinal SureType, tap QWERTY dual solution. Huge screen, each key will also be maximized to minimize the risk of misuse. It is worth mentioning that BlackBerry 9520 can save the text messages into the SIM card , while other cell phone replaced, they can display information content normally.
Multimedia player and video capabilities
The operating system v5.0 provides a single the entrance for each function rather than the form of integration. It is also support display of MP3, AAC, AAC +, eAAC +, WMA, WMA ProPlus formats, and offers a variety of equality modes are available.
The phone will automatically be converted to full-screen play if the video is playing, support for MPEG4 H.263, MPEG4 Part 2 Simple Profile, H.264, WMV and other formats.
BlackBerry 9520 does remain the mainstream of the 3.2 million-pixel auto focus camera, and equipped with a flash. 3.2 million may no longer make you exciting for now5 million or even 10 million pixel level.Although only 3.2 million, the image quality and can meet the needs of daily use. However, the details of the sharpening level of the screen there is still room for improvement. In addition fill light with LED lights, night shot quality is still good.
System Tools and Settings
BlackBerry 9520 offers a “pillow mode” for the user to choose. The following diagram of the interface charge will automatically appear, you can display the current time and date. The “Pillow mode” allows the user just start the radio, alarm clock function in boot mode, do not have to worry about late-night nuisance calls have been awakened. Built-in Office document reading tool compatibility is good, even the 2007 version of the WORD document can also be easy to open. In addition, the screen display, theme change, cell phone network choices are covered, classic “Arkanoid” game has built-in that is a good partner to spend their leisure time.
Data Connection and Extension
In addition to the microUSB interface on the left of the fuselage, the BlackBerry also supports Bluetooth 2.1 wireless data transmission. There is already mentioned before, A-GPS and WiFi module.
In memory, compared to 9500, the BlackBerry 9520 has also been doubled increase. Built-in 256MB of RAM and 2GB of storage space, and supports microSDHC memory card expansion, but hot-swappable need to open the back cover.
Endurance strength, and Conclusion
BlackBerry 9520 battery model is still a random D-X1 lithium-ion battery, In the normal talk and music about two hours a day, persist in nearly 3 days. Taking into account the larger touch screen, such a result is still quite good. As a versatile successor of BlackBerry 9500, 9520 also include a 3G network, WiFi capabilities, AGPS-aided navigation are now three main functions, combined with is different from other touch-screen mobile phone “SurePress” technology, deservedly became a powerful competitor of iPhone.
Advantages:
1. Optimize SurePress “touch screen
2.BlackBerry v5.0 OS functionality is still powerful and easy to use
3. Improved speaker position
4.3.5mm headphone jack
5. Equipped with WiFi Module
Inadequate:
1.160g body is overweight