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product_id: 67286339
title: "Curve 8520 Sim Free Smartphone - Black"
brand: "blackberry"
price: "€ 388.07"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Black Berry"
url: https://www.desertcart.nl/products/67286339-curve-8520-sim-free-smartphone-black
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# Wi-Fi enabled for seamless browsing 2.0 MP camera for quick snaps Full QWERTY keyboard for fast typing Curve 8520 Sim Free Smartphone - Black

**Brand:** blackberry
**Price:** € 388.07
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⌨️📶 Snap, type, connect — the classic Curve that keeps you ahead!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Curve 8520 Sim Free Smartphone - Black by blackberry
- **How much does it cost?** € 388.07 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/67286339-curve-8520-sim-free-smartphone-black)

## Best For

- blackberry enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted blackberry brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Smooth Navigation:** Intuitive TrackPad and backlit QWERTY keyboard for lightning-fast control
- • **Effortless Productivity:** Edit and send Microsoft Office & PDF files on the go—no laptop needed
- • **Social Life, Simplified:** Preloaded apps for Facebook, Flickr & more keep your network buzzing
- • **Media at Your Fingertips:** Dedicated media keys and Bluetooth headset support for hands-free entertainment
- • **Stay Connected Instantly:** Push email and multi-account support keep you in the loop 24/7

## Overview

The BlackBerry Curve 8520 is a sleek, SIM-free smartphone featuring a 2.0 MP camera, Wi-Fi connectivity, and a full backlit QWERTY keyboard. Designed for busy professionals, it offers push email for up to 10 accounts, easy document editing on the go, and seamless social media integration. Its intuitive TrackPad navigation and dedicated media keys make multitasking effortless, while compatibility with Apple and Bluetooth devices ensures versatile connectivity. With a compact 2.46-inch display and reliable battery life, the Curve 8520 is the perfect entry-level smartphone for staying productive and connected anytime, anywhere.

## Description

BlackBerry® Curve™ 8520 Smartphone The Blackberry Curve 8520 smartphone brings you in touch with everything you care about. You can make calls, email, text, chat, network, surf the Internet, take photos and send immediately, listen to music, watch videos and have direct access to the Blackberry App World. It is also an ideal entry-level smartphone for business, because you can view, edit files in all popular formats directly on your smartphone, and receive and send them as an email attachment. In addition, this smartphone is wonderfully uncomplicated and can be easily operated via trackpad. Instant notification of new emails in the inbox Connect with everyone anytime and anywhere. Whether by phone, email, SMS, MMS or instant messaging - with the Blackberry Curve 8520 smartphone you are connected to everything that matters to you. The push email service ensures that you receive and send your e-mails including the attachments automatically and in real time. From and with up to ten email addresses. You can also use webmail on the go, via AOL® Mail, Gmail®, Windows Live™ and Yahoo!® Mail. So you can stay up to date on holiday, also with news from your social networks such as XING or Facebook®. Completely automatic and without annoying dial-up. Easy and straightforward operation. The TrackPad makes it easy to use by simply scrolling through menus, files, folders and web pages. The desired element is then selected by click. The BlackBerry® Curve™ 8520 features a full, backlit QWERTY keyboard with its own key for each letter. The bright display with over 65,000 colours shows pictures, videos, messages and documents razor-sharp and with the magnifying function you can magnify the display as much as you need it. Just one of many apps: Documents To Go Download new applications from BlackBerry® App World™. Whether you want to use business applications, your finance, entertainment or information on your Blackberry Curve 8520 smartphone, or if you are looking for new networks, music downloads or holiday portals, the BlackBerry® App World™ provides applications for every need. The app can be downloaded directly to your smartphone and is then always at hand. Billing is easily and securely via PayPal and many apps are even free! Work on the go and save time. Whether on the train, at the airport or during waiting times, you can open, edit documents in all popular formats such as Microsoft® Word, Microsoft® Excel®, Microsoft® PowerPoint®, Adobe® PDF, JPEG directly on your smartphone, and send and receive them as an e-mail attachment. So important things can be done quickly and you save time. You can also sync your organiser with the PC. So you are independent of the desk. Surf on the go Surf the Internet wherever you want. The smartphone's browser gives you mobile access to the Internet via network connections such as EDGE. If you want to surf and download or watch mobile streams faster, you should enable Wi-Fi® and use the network at home and public hotspots. For example, you can check in mobile and have the boarding pass on your smartphone, you can search and book hotels, restaurants and rental cars on the Internet, find out about the latest news and do much more on the go. Always in touch on the go. The Blackberry Curve 8520 smartphone makes social networking easy. For example, networks like Facebook®, Flickr™ or MySpace® are pre-installed and you receive all updates automatically via push service. The apps are specially designed for the BlackBerry® smartphone, so you can easily set photos and videos, read and comment on the pin board and news in just a few clicks. Even on holiday, you don't miss anything. Every news arrives immediately with your friends. Special media keys for Quick operation The multimedia collection is perfectly under control. With the special media buttons on the top of the smartphone, the multimedia collection is particularly easy to use. This allows you to jump back and forth between songs or videos with one click, repeat tracks and pause playback for a phone call. You can also mute calls with the mute button. With BlackBerry® Media Sync, you can easily pull your music from iTunes® or Windows Media® from PC to smartphone. And if you want to relax with music but don't disturb others, connect your stereo headset or use a Bluetooth® headset. The Bluetooth® interface is also ideal for hands-free calling via the car radio. Take a photo, send via email and share beautiful moments. Share life with each other via photo and video. Even if you are separated from each other, you can share beautiful moments with your family and friends! Simply take a photo or video with the 2.0 megapixel camera with 5x digital zoom and then send via email or set MMS or Flickr™ or Facebook®. With a few clicks, you can set your favourite photo as a screen background - always new. Blackberry is also compatible with Apple. The Blackberry Curve 8520 smartphone is compatible with Apple computers, so you can easily sync contact lists, calendars, appointments and notes with the applications you use most. If you use the Blackberry Desktop software on your smartphone, it is similar to the Apple computer. Enable and launch BlackBerry® Internet service. If you already have a SIM card, simply book a matching BlackBerry® data plan with your carrier. Simply insert the SIM card into the device and set up your email addresses (up to 10) using the setup wizard. This is easy in just four steps. The BlackBerry® Internet Service is automatically activated and you have push e-mail, Internet and all communications available and are always connected to everything and everyone.

Review: Sweet Blackberry - My first 'smartphone', and I am glad I chose this one - it oozes quality at a reasonable price. Yes, it is SIM-free, but make sure your provider supports the Blackberry BIS - mine didn't, so I had to change from Tesco to O2 in order to access full e-mail and browser functionality. Once your e-mail(s) is/are set up, you can delete messages on the handset alone, or on any of your e-mail accounts as well The screen is very good and clear, sound quality is excellent, and the menus are really easy to use once you get used to them - it is different from previous phones I have used, and I think I prefer it that way. Text messages appear in an e-mail-like string, rather than as separate messages in an inbox and outbox, which takes some getting used to, but again I think I prefer it. The camera is basic, but perfectly adequate for outdoor shots - if you want superb resolution, flash etc, then buy a camera! I worried about typing on such small keys with fat fingers like mine, but the keys are raised and I find I make very few mistakes and can enter data quite quickly. The supplied software CD allowed me to transfer all my contacts and diary entries from a Palm Tungsten onto the Blackberry quickly and without any problems at all. I bought a larger capacity micro SD card (8Gb - the phone was supplied with a 2Gb card) to ensure more than adequate memory, and I would advise investing in a silicon skin protective cover - this is a snug enough fit that the phone can still be used with the Blackberry pouch case.
Review: A great little RedBerry - I have always used a Motorola V3 but the last one developed a fault and my husband (a Blackberry enthusiast) persuaded me to look at the handsets so we need only take one charger when travelling. I was very impressed with the look of the Blackberry and although the keys are small the design is such that it is very easy to use. I did not find it difficult to convert from the Motorola menus and have found the Blackberry uncomplicated and very functional. The camera works well and it browses fast and well. I am not so keen on the Off (hang up )key which is sometimes tricky to use - I prefer the off function in the menu but otherwise I think it is great value for money,a very attractive item and functional without being overloaded or fussy.

## Features

- 2.0 MP digital camera
- Clear, high-resolution display
- Supports BlackBerry App World
- 256 MB Flash memory
- Wi-Fi enabled

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B002KQLUVU |
| Aspect Ratio | Unknown |
| Battery Average Life | 5 Hours |
| Battery Average Life Talk Time | 6 Hours |
| Battery Capacity | 1150 |
| Battery Charge Time | 2 |
| Battery Description | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery Power | 1150 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 65,736 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 2,420 in SIM-Free & Unlocked Mobile Phones |
| Biometric Security Feature | Fingerprint Recognition |
| Box Contents | Battery, micro USB cable, micro USB travel charger with attachments, stereo headset, 2GB micro SD card |
| Brand | BlackBerry |
| Brand Name | BlackBerry |
| CPU model | Celeron |
| CPU speed | 600 MHz |
| Camera Description | Rear |
| Camera Flash Type | No flash |
| Cellular Technology | 2G |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatible Devices | T-Mobile |
| Connector Type | 3.5mm Jack |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 out of 5 stars 1,298 Reviews |
| Digital Zoom | 2 x |
| Display Pixel Density | 145 Pixels Per Inch (PPI) |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Effective Video Resolution | 921600 Pixels |
| Flash Memory Supported Size Maximum | 256 GB |
| Form Factor | Smartphone |
| Frame Rate | 30 fps |
| GPS Geotagging Functionality | False |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm |
| Human Interface Types | Keypad |
| Item Dimensions | 14 x 60 x 109 millimetres |
| Item Weight | 106 Grams |
| Manufacturer | RIM |
| Maximum Display Resolution | 320 x 240 |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 256 GB |
| Memory storage capacity | 256 GB |
| Model Series | Curve |
| Model Year | 2011 |
| Network Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Number of Front Cameras | 1 |
| Number of Rear Facing Cameras | 1 |
| Operating System | BlackBerry OS |
| Operating system | BlackBerry OS |
| Optical Sensor Resolution | 2 MP |
| Phone Talk Time | 240 Minutes |
| Processor Series | Celeron |
| Processor Speed | 600 MHz |
| Product Features | e-mail, keyboard |
| RAM Memory Installed | 256 MB |
| RAM memory installed size | 256 MB |
| Rear Facing Camera Photo Sensor Resolution | 2 MP |
| Refresh Rate | 60. |
| Resolution | 320 x 240 |
| SIM Card Slot Count | Single SIM |
| Screen Size | 2.46 Inches |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic, Portrait or similar basic modes |
| Sim Card Size | Micro |
| Specific Uses For Product | messaging |
| Supported Satellite Navigation System | GPS |
| UPC | 802975654383 843163052697 610214619198 843163061569 843163053335 843163050006 843163050105 843163050150 843163073777 562175118756 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Video Capture Resolution | 720p |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
| Wireless Network Technology | GSM |
| Wireless Provider | Unlocked |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** BlackBerry
- **Operating system:** BlackBerry OS
- **RAM memory installed size:** 256 MB
- **CPU model:** Celeron
- **CPU speed:** 600 MHz
- **Memory storage capacity:** 256 GB
- **Screen size:** 2.46 Inches
- **Resolution:** 320 x 240
- **Refresh rate:** 60.
- **Model name:** Curve 8520

## Images

![Curve 8520 Sim Free Smartphone - Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81JbUiT1vZL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can I do giff gaff sim card**
A: Yes if the phone is unlocked.

**Q: why are my 2 blackberry curves not working properly**
A: Happened to me to they rip you off

**Q: has anyone else had a problem trying to install the email and also trying to download   whatsapp?**
A: We had no problem installing whatsapp, but trying to install an app for emails was making the phone freeze, and in the end we gave up.

**Q: Can this phone use What's App via Wifi?**
A: Yes

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sweet Blackberry
*by T***D on 19 September 2010*

My first 'smartphone', and I am glad I chose this one - it oozes quality at a reasonable price. Yes, it is SIM-free, but make sure your provider supports the Blackberry BIS - mine didn't, so I had to change from Tesco to O2 in order to access full e-mail and browser functionality. Once your e-mail(s) is/are set up, you can delete messages on the handset alone, or on any of your e-mail accounts as well The screen is very good and clear, sound quality is excellent, and the menus are really easy to use once you get used to them - it is different from previous phones I have used, and I think I prefer it that way. Text messages appear in an e-mail-like string, rather than as separate messages in an inbox and outbox, which takes some getting used to, but again I think I prefer it. The camera is basic, but perfectly adequate for outdoor shots - if you want superb resolution, flash etc, then buy a camera! I worried about typing on such small keys with fat fingers like mine, but the keys are raised and I find I make very few mistakes and can enter data quite quickly. The supplied software CD allowed me to transfer all my contacts and diary entries from a Palm Tungsten onto the Blackberry quickly and without any problems at all. I bought a larger capacity micro SD card (8Gb - the phone was supplied with a 2Gb card) to ensure more than adequate memory, and I would advise investing in a silicon skin protective cover - this is a snug enough fit that the phone can still be used with the Blackberry pouch case.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great little RedBerry
*by S***L on 15 March 2011*

I have always used a Motorola V3 but the last one developed a fault and my husband (a Blackberry enthusiast) persuaded me to look at the handsets so we need only take one charger when travelling. I was very impressed with the look of the Blackberry and although the keys are small the design is such that it is very easy to use. I did not find it difficult to convert from the Motorola menus and have found the Blackberry uncomplicated and very functional. The camera works well and it browses fast and well. I am not so keen on the Off (hang up )key which is sometimes tricky to use - I prefer the off function in the menu but otherwise I think it is great value for money,a very attractive item and functional without being overloaded or fussy.

### ⭐ Ex T-Mobile
*by A***H on 17 December 2010*

My phone was set up for T-Mobile, so whilst its sim free I was still unable to alter the home web page setting which takes you to T-Mobiles mobile web page, with their banners. This included a banner for 'exotic' material which is earning someone cash. Given the phone might have been going to a child I think this is actually immoral if not even illegal. I gave the phone one star for that reason - and because I'm returning the phone I've not set it up so I can only guess at how cool it is to email and send BB messages and so on. Beautiful looking phone which is actually a mini computer. The quality of the calls was sound and the screen itself allows people struggling to see phone screens reading with ease. Internet is a snap - my connection was immediate. Faster than my laptop! As for the T-Mobile home page, this is apparently hard coded into the phone - you cannot change it in the options. If anyone knows how to change this in the options then let us know. Right now I have no mobile phone as I got another Blackberry off Virgin and that order got stopped due to communication problems with the call centre staff. This is the first item I've returned to Amazon, I'm not a serial complainer. That said, offering soft porn ads is beyond the pale really and I will take steps to complain to whatever authority oversees the mobile phone standards (if there actually are any in the UK)

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