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THE GOOD
The RIM BlackBerry Storm features an innovative touch screen that provides tactile feedback to confirm your selection. The Storm offers dual-mode functionality for world-roaming capabilities as well as EV-DO Rev. A and UMTS/HSDPA support. Other highlights include GPS and a 3.2-megapixel camera.

THE BAD
The Storm's SurePress touch-screen takes some acclimation and the onscreen keyboard is a bit cramped. The smartphone can be sluggish and buggy even after the firmware update.. Speakerphone quality was a bit choppy

THE BOTTOM LINE
The RIM BlackBerry Storm may blow in a frenzy for Verizon Wireless subscribers wanting a touch screen similar to the Apple iPhone. However, there are bugs and performance issues that prevent the Storm from delivering its full potential.

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Average CNET Reader Rating: 5.7 out of 10

CNET Reader Reviews

  1. November 4, 2008 10:47

    5.0/5
    It is ridiculous that people are complaining/raving about features this phone might or might not have. All of you who have rated this phone should really have waited until you were able to get your hands on one; your reviews are worthless.

    - dmcquade

  2. October 9, 2008 10:56

    4.0/5
    I don't write for any sites & this is my first review ever, so easy on the criticism. What I can say is that I'm as much of a Geek as the next guy & I probably know more about the Storm than most. Enough with the disclaimer & onto the re...  read more »

    - MB0320TB

  3. October 9, 2008 08:21

    5.0/5
    pros continued:
    had to finish off the extensive list
    -attachments downloadable from within browser
    -3.5 headphone jack
    -removable/replaceable battery
    -full virtual qwerty and suretype
    -edit Word,Excel, Powerpoint docsread more »

    - nks1521


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