Physically, the BlackBerry 8520 aka Gemini similar to the Javelin and Tour. Naturally, this is the third series comes from the portfolio in the same family, the Curve. Only, Gemini body look even smaller than the two previous series.
Striking differences in the design of the cover material, keypad and screen. Gemini to cover the material, the material used is a combination of soft plastic and rubber. As a result, this smartphone also resilient.
Keypad sector, although just as Javelin, Tour and Bold, unfortunately, Gemini QWERTY keypad feels more mini than the other series QWERTY keypad.
Problem screen, the BlackBerry Gemini has a size slightly larger than Javelin. Ie, 2.64 inches. However, for far less screen resolution. Gemini is only 320x240 pixels, 480x360 pixels while the Javelin. Types used the same screen, the TFT 65,536 colors.
OS and Interface
Not like the Tour, BlackBerry Gemini still using the old operating system versions, namely v4.6.1, similar Javelin or Bold.
Problem interface, Curve 8520 handset is identical to the same software version with: Javelin and Bold. Structure and use the menu icons were similar.
BlackBerry Applications and Features
Like previous models, the BlackBerry Gemini still carries typical facility. Call it Push Mail, which for the moment there is still no match commercially.
For the setting, the BlackBerry OS has the ability to inject the automatic settings via the setup wizard. So, do not have to bother anymore and there set up as Pull Mail on other phones.
Another distinctive feature is the BlackBerry Messenger, which allows us to communicate in real time like a chat using a chat account from standard chat client, which is also provided (Yahoo! Messenger, Google Talk, ICQ, Windows Live and AIM).
Like the Symbian mobile operating bersistem, Windows Mobile and Android, BlackBerry OS open regardless of their nature and can be added to the various applications of third-party development
Not like the Bold and Curve 8320, BlackBerry 8520 has no internal GPS receiver. However, to simply monitor a specific location can count on Gemini LBS line operators. BlackBerry typical digital map was ready to be explored.
Multimedia
Gemini equipped BlackBerry magnitude 2 MP camera, just as Bold. It's just not equipped with LED flash and auto focus. Though less visible light, because the low light absorption, but the Story images can be perfect and smooth. Images can be recorded maximum is 1600x1200 pixels.
There was also a music player / video, Image / Pictue Viewer, Voice recording and a few games. Unfortunately, despite having an open operating system, you can not simply insert a variety of third-party content to this Curve 8520.
The reason, which carries an internal memory is relatively small smartphone for mobile size and role. That is, only as much as 256 MB (shared). Meanwhile, applications from outside could only be installed to internal memory. Yet still supported with micro SD card slot maksmal 16GB capacity. Just like the Tour and the Javelin.
Connectivity & Network
Problem connection, Gemini provides a riveting tool. There's WiFi, Bluetooth and microUSB data cable. About performance, each of these connection media able to work with the maximum. However, what's in a WiFi if you only use it for just fun to make friends. Overall, this phone connection point quite well and can work with a maximum.
Like most BlackBerry, Internet browsing capabilities of this smartphone using BlackBerry typical browser. For its network, the BlackBerry Gemini is only supported EDGE network then only 10 classes.
Batteries
Gemini battery used with Javelin and Tour, type lithium ion. Only, powernya capacities are slightly different.
In applying the 8520 Curve for 1150 mAh battery, a big defeat that could be compared Tour reaches the 100-kilo gram. Once charging can last 2 days with the use of standr
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