Smart Phones
BlackBerry® Curve™ 8530
BlackBerry® Curve™ 8530

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Introducing the BlackBerry® smartphone for everyone.

The BlackBerry® Curve™ 8530 lets you be as social as you like, wherever you like. Enjoy the convenience of a QWERTY keyboard and apps for Facebook®, MySpace® and more. The latest version of the very popular BlackBerry® Curve™ features a faster processor and BlackBerry® 5.0 software, making it easier to use than ever.

Phone Features

  • Video ready camera with Facebook® and Flickr® uploader for download
  • Intuitive QWERTY keyboard and innovative new trackpad
  • BlackBerry® Messenger IM application
  • HTML browser using 3G or WiFi networks
  • MicroSD slot expandable to 16GB
  • External easy access music keys
  • Now even slimmer. Easily fits in your pocket.
Bluetooth®* Yes Music player Yes
Voice dial Yes Alarm clock Yes
Speakerphone Yes Voice memo Yes
Calendar Yes Memory slot Yes
QWERTY keyboard Yes Wi-Fi Yes
Camera Yes Touchscreen No
TELUS International Roaming No Facebook® application Yes
*Wireless connectivity to your phone via an optional, compatible headset

Available Services*

Ringtones & Images Yes TELUS mobile radio® No
TELUS mobile TV™ No TELUS mobile music® Yes
Games Yes Kid Find No
TELUS Navigator Yes Text messaging Yes
Email Yes Video messaging No
Picture messaging No Web browser Yes
Instant messaging Yes
*Services are available via subscription, included in a package, or pay-per-use, additional charges apply./td>

Additional Calling Services*

Airtime Summary Notification Call Display
Call Forwarding Call Waiting
Conference Calling Detailed Billing
Do Not Disturb Global Roaming
Nights & Weekends Payment Receipt Notification
Roadside Assistance Special Phone Numbers
US Roaming Vacation Disconnect
Voice Mail  
*Services are either included in a rate plan or package or are added individually, additional charges apply.

Device Specifications

Technology CDMA EVDOr0 800/1900 MHz
Display TFT high resolution screen
External memory Expandable to 16 GB
Camera 2 megapixel
*Battery life is dependent on several factors: signal strength, operating temperature, services selected, and voice, data and other application usage.

What Comes In The Box

  • BlackBerry® Curve™ 8530 smartphone
  • Rechargeable battery
  • AC charger
  • Stereo headset
  • USB cable
  • 2GB microSD card