Similar to the 8800 the Curve features a 2.5" screen with a resolution of 320x240 which is comparable to media players such as the iPod Video. Also similar to the 8800, the Curve features a full QWERTY (that is: same button layout as a computer) keyboard. Other features include a microSD slot for more storage, and Bluetooth 2.0 support for stereo headsets. Menu navigation occurs with the now standard Blackberry trackball.
The device features a web browser but does not have WiFi capabilities. Instead data is accessed through GPRS or EDGE networks, with 3G or HDSPA data not available. Transferring movies, music and other files is done through the included software application which performs some movie conversion to get the proper format.
Available through AT&T in the US for $199 with a 2 year contract.