The 8800 series is perhaps the most uptight, business-oriented model currently in RIM's lineup, owing in no small part to the fact that it lacks a camera altogether. Seems a bit strange then to launch the 8830 in a shockingly casual, let-your-hair-down shade of red -- but hey, we're glad they've taken the plunge, and we imagine it'll actually sell quite well against the original silver. Verizon's red 8830 features the same specs as its blander brother, including GSM / GPRS on the 900 and 1800MHz bands for international roaming and EV-DO for when you're on home turf. Look for it to hit Verizon's online store tomorrow for $299.99 on contract after rebate.

 

I wish Verizon would step up their game a bit with the current phone selection.

 

Can you see me now?

 

Will it accept a SIM card for the GSM portion of the phone?

How does it deal with having a Verizon Number and a GSM number?

 

I'm liking my 8830 from verizon so far, had it 3 weeks and no issues "yet"

 

I have a 8830 from T-Mobile -- love that I can use the cell over an internet connection as I have no cell service at home (so now I do). Also hoping this works when we're in Anguilla, as the villa we have has wifi -- because using T-Mobile down there would cost $1.50/min -- if I can use it over the internet connection it will save me big $$.

 

How is it's Internet capabilities? I have a free upgrade next week and am deciding between the 8830 and the Pearl...let me know what you think.

 

Me too. I wish/hope they get the Iphone.

This Voyager i have has been getting annoying.

 

when it comes out in blue im getting one to replace my treo for biz use

 

You can get all of the OEM cases from cnn.cn.