covet-worthy tech ...

the blackberry curve.

our editor wants one in the same way colbert wanted his iphone.

she believes it could very well be the perfect phone for all us travel-types who need to check the email sometimes, but don't quite need an entire laptop dragged across the continent all the time.



according to the blackberry site:

The BlackBerry Curve 8300 smartphone features complete functionality, including*:

Phone.
Email and text messaging (SMS and MMS).
BlackBerry Maps, the best way to find your way.*
Integrated address book, calendar, memo pad, task list.
Web browser.
2 MP camera.
Instant messaging.
Media Player. Audio and video playback in a variety of formats.1
Full QWERTY keyboard.
Tethered modem capability (lets you use the device as a wireless modem for your laptop or PC). Speakerphone and Voice Activated Dialing.
Bluetooth® capability for hands-free dialogue via headsets and car kits - mono/stereo headset, hands-free and serial port profile supported. Bluetooth stereo audio (A2DP/AVCRP).
3.5mm stereo headset capable.
Integrated attachment viewing.
Compatibility with popular Personal Information Management (PIM) software.
High resolution, light sensing screen that adjusts lighting levels automatically for ideal indoor and outdoor viewing.
Dedicated Send, End and Mute keys, a trackball navigation system, plus a user definable convenience key.
64MB Flash memory plus microSD expandable memory slot.2

the barely-disguised geek inside our editor is clamoring to get out, and it's a little scary. someone sedate her. please.

she's drooling on the mouse.


[photo and product specs via blackberry]