The RIM BlackBerry 8703e [Verizon Wireless] messaging device has been reviewed over at CNET. 'As the saying goes, if it ain't broke, don't fix it, and this certainly applies to the design of the entire BlackBerry 8700 series. Similar to its GSM cousin, the BlackBerry 8700g, the RIM BlackBerry 8703e sports a nice and compact form factor at 4.3x2.7x0.8 inches and 4.7 ounces. True, it's not as sexy or sleek as the BlackBerry Pearl; it has a blockier, wider form factor that takes some acclimation to use as a phone, but the trade-off is you get the advantage of a full QWERTY keyboard (not that pesky SureType deal) and a large 2.5-inch diagonal QVGA display. Also, the 8703e is extremely easy to use one-handed, thanks to the trademark BlackBerry track wheel and escape button on the right spine.'
Features:
• All Digital - 1X/EVDO/GPS (E911/LBS)
• Bluetooth® Capable
• 64 Mb Flash Memory/16 Mb SRAM
• Integrated Email, Phone, SMS, Browser, Calendar, Address Book, and additional organizer applications
• "Always On, Always Connected®" - Receive email and corporate data automatically with no need to request information delivery
• TTY Compatible
• 35-key backlit QWERTY keyboard
• Embedded RIM® wireless modem and tethered modem support for BroadbandAccess Connect
Read: RIM BlackBerry 8703e (Verizon Wireless) - CNET