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Stay connected to the people, places and things that matter most with the BlackBerry Storm2 from Verizon Wireless, the second generation of RIM's innovative and award-winning touchscreen smartphone. Featuring the BlackBerry OS 5.0, the Storm2 is enhanced with an improved touchscreen platform, larger internal memory (now 2 GB), Wi-Fi networking capabilities (802.11b/g), and hundreds of hardware and software enhancements. And whether traveling to Europe or Asia, the Storm2 provides globetrotters the freedom of reliable global connectivity with the reliable Verizon Wireless high-speed 3G CDMA network here in the United States and compatibility with GSM and 3G UMTS networks abroad.
 The BlackBerry Storm2 offers an enhanced SurePress touchscreen display, Wi-Fi capabilities, and a solid BlackBerry smartphone messaging experience. |
 Enjoy fast cellular connectivity with the reliable Verizon Wireless 3G network and global GSM/3G connectivity when traveling abroad. |
This mobile multimedia powerhouse is compatible with the V Cast Music with Rhapsody service, which enables you to purchase songs through your phone and download them via the fast Verizon Wireless 3G EV-DO data network, and the V CAST Video on Demand service that enables you to watch full-length TV shows plus news, sports, weather and live entertainment video clips.
You'll stay on course thanks to the VZ Navigator GPS turn-by-turn direction service, as well as be able to find your way in foreign destination using the VZ Navigator Global service. And with the optional Visual Voice Mail service, you'll be able to quickly and easily scroll through your messages and pick the ones you want to listen to. See more details on optional Verizon Wireless services below.
The elegantly designed Storm2 offers a smooth design and premium finish with sloped edges, chrome accents, glass lens and stainless steel backplate. Other features include a 3.2-megapixel camera/camcorder, Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, included 16 GB microSD memory card (with 16 GB maximum expansion), support for up to 10 personal and corporate email accounts, easy access to favorite social networking and instant messaging services, support for BlackBerry App World, and up to 5.5 hours of talk time.
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What's in the Box
BlackBerry Storm2 handset, 16 GB microSD memory card,
rechargeable battery, microUSB international charger with
international clips, USB cable, wired 3.5mm stereo headset,
pre-installed SIM card, quick reference guide, documentation kit,
global support kit
Additionally, this phone is compatible with the VZ Navigator Global service, which enables you to find locations and access turn-by-turn directions in North America and Western Europe, including Canada, Mexico, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom (with more being added). Helping to alleviate stress or confusion caused by reading road signs or directions in an unfamiliar language, VZ Navigator Global allows you to choose either English or Spanish as the default language, and miles or kilometers to mark distances. You'll also be able to find restaurants, gas stations, banks/ATMs and other popular spots in these countries using Local Search.
On PCs running the Windows XP or higher operating system, you can also browse, preview and purchase music using the V CAST Music with Rhapsody software, which is available as a free download from the V CAST Music with Rhapsody download website. Additional subscription charges applicable.
The service offers unlimited viewing of Basic Videos and the ESPN MVP channel. You can choose from 14 categories, including Entertainment, Kids, Music, Sports, Comedy, News, Pop Culture, Information, Women, Latino, Home & Leisure, Multicultural, Cutting Edge, and Hollywood. Additional subscription charges applicable.
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If you like BB, stick with the rest of the lineReviewed by Eric R., 2010-03-05
To each their own of course... but coming from an 8900 I was really
hoping for more. I found the touchscreen to be very challenging to
use for even casual messaging. (Why own a blackberry if you're not
into data entry on your phone?)
I also was disappointed in the resolution of the screen, again
being used to a razor sharp 8900 and after having test-driven the
Droid in a store.
The OS clearly isn't built for a rotating touchscreen. Many apps
don't support rotation or even touch input.
And the keyboard. You can't see what letter you're pressing as it
illuminates UNDER your finger. I found the auto-dictionary slow and
not nearly as quick on the Droid. I tried multi-press, suretype,
everything to no avail.
And let's face it people. RIM's browser is poor. I returned the
phone and got a Droid - which I'm using to post this review. That
would have taken HOURS on the Storm.
If you're a blackberry user, stay with the fine Curve or Bold
lines. Leave the touchscreens to Apple, HTC and Motorola. If only
VZW had the 9700...
BB Storm 2 reviewReviewed by Zachary Zink, 2010-02-13
I recently purchased the Storm 2 for work. I would have preferred a
Droid or I phone but needed to get a BB phone for security reasons.
I ordered my Storm 2 from amazon at less than half the price of the
cost from Verizon and received it with 2 business days. The storm 2
that I received was junk! the call button didn't work and the phone
kept resetting on me. It was completely unusable. I sent it back
and figured that i would get the tour instead even though it lacked
Wifi. After using it in the store i realized that the buttons on
the Tour were kind of small for me so I ordered another storm 2.
The second storm 2 that amazon sent me arrived in 1 business day
and worked perfectly. It is very responsive and easy to type on. I
am much faster on it then on the tour because of my finger size. I
also like the suretype option when typing one handed. The e-mail
capability of this phone is very impressive as was the call
quality. After using this phone for a while I can honestly say that
I am very glad that I gave the storm 2 another try. the storm 2 is
not a multimedia machine, like the droid or the iphone, and the
Black Berry app store is both pathetic and expensive; But, it
handles emails, scheduling, and contacts better then any phone I
have seen. The picture resolution is fantastic and it is loaded
with features.
Overall I think Blackberry's second Storm it a vast improvement
over the first. As long as you dont get a broken one.
Surprised by how much I like itReviewed by mjlnyc, 2010-01-29
I have used BBs for business for years. I never thought I would like a touch screen but my company switched to Verizon and rather than get the Tour I got the Storm 2. I thought, what the heck, I can send it back in 30d if I don't like it. The first day I had it I hated it. Then 2 things happened: I installed the leaked OS .428 found on [...], and I started to use Suretype. The former fixed the issue with the 4 convenience keys being hard to press, and the latter made typing emails (my #1 use for the BB) a breeze. Now I would never go back to a traditional physical keyboard BB. It is so intuitive to navigate by touch. Also I actually watched a whole movie on my phone - something I would never consider with my old 8800 BB. I strongly suggest as your first accessory the Otterbox Defender case. It makes the phone so much more functional for me because it is very well-protected and also easier to grip. Now that I'm not worried about an accidental drop, I actually use the phone much more! BTW I am also so happy to have switched from AT&T to Verizon (I'm in NYC). Much better voice and data signals. If you are on the fence about this phone, check out the Storm 2 forums on [...], ask questions, and consider giving it a try. You have 30 days to send it back if you don't like it. But give it a few days before you give up on it - you may learn to love it like I did.
Good for a touch screenReviewed by deadbirdgolf, 2010-01-10
I own the Storm 2 and being a blackberry it is a great phone in many areas. Like other BB's it is easy to use, built solidly and has great reception. The Sure Press mode on the virtual keyboard is very easy to use. The only negative I can give this phone is the vibration mode. It is the WORST of all cell phones I have ever owned. Do not count on this phone vibrating strongly enough for you to realize a call or message is coming through. Won't happen. Keep the ringer on and you will be ok, but for people like myself that like using vibration mode, forget it. Go buy a Droid. That will give you a massage with it's strong vibration mode.
Perfect for work/personal useReviewed by P. Mallon, 2010-01-04
I purchased this phone about 3 weeks ago, and I'm more than
satisfied with its performance. I upgraded from the old bb
worldphone, and wasn't sure if I wanted to go touchscreen, but
since the vendor from whom I bought it allows returns within 30
days for any reason, I decided to take a chance on it. I will not
be returning it. So far, I've found the upgraded surepress
technology to work like a charm. Apparently they changed from
having one mechanical button, to 4, located in different quadrants
of the screen. Typing a message with this phone is just as fast as
typing with my old keyboard-based blackberry. That's what I needed
to switch to a touch-screen: typing capability that matched that of
a keyboard-based phone.
The operating system is intuitive and fast. There is little-to-no
lag time switching from one application to the next and switching
from regular to landscape view. The browser is acceptable (better
than my old bb's browser). BB has always had trouble with its web
browsers, but from what I hear, RIM is coming out with a Webkit
browser soon. Once that happens, I expect the browser to be
superb.
Of course, the thing that sets this phone apart from other
contemporaries, is its ability to handle email. My firm currently
runs Office through an exchange server, and BB and Outlook are best
friends. My firm's IT guy also prefers BB's because he feels (I
don't know if this is true) that they are more secure when
connected to a server. In addition, my gmail account was simple to
set up, and sometimes emails show up on my phone before they do
online. I did not get the Droid because of its trouble synching
with Office, and particularly Outlook (I was willing to give up a
little screen size and browser capability to ensure my emails were
easy to get, read, and respond to).
I don't use the phone much for games, but I have watched some
youtube videos on it and the visual and speaker are very good for a
smartphone.
The phone and speakerphone are great: crisp sound, no echoes.
Simply put, this is a great phone that will enable you to stay
connected and message using any type of program at lightning speed.
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