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Filed under: Handsets , RIM , Rogers Wireless , GSM , EDGE Rogers has seen fit to add yet another 'Berry to its collection, we give you the BlackBerry 8820 . This sorta winsome device packs everything you know and love about the 8800 into a strikingly familiar package -- OK, identical -- package and adds WiFi for the Rogers Home Calling Zone UMA service. Excited about finally having some WiFi for all that web wandering you're doing during coffee break or while chilling at the water cooler? No need to be, like the recently announced BlackBerry 8120 , the WiFi here only plays with the UMA service. Of course, it could well come with an OS refresh, so that might make a few smile, but other than that we think putting your money back in your pocket's the way to go. Pricing is set at $349 on 3 years with voice and data, $449 on a straight 3-year, and $499 (ouch!) on 2. Seriously Rogers, until you can release a half decent data plan -- iPhone data plan aside -- don't you think your loyal following deserve a little wireless break? Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments

Filed under: Handsets , RIM , T-Mobile , GSM , EDGE That wasn't that bad of a delay, we suppose -- if the new date holds, anyway. After an original target of March 5 , we went through a brief period of sheer panic, terror, and helplessness as T-Mobile's systems appeared to indicate a new date of "TBD" for RIM's BlackBerry 8820, which isn't on any calendar, Gregorian or otherwise, that we're aware of. Anyhoo, the freshest intel appears to suggest that we can start to see 8820s circulate through retail channels on March 24. We still think the Curve's cooler, but when it comes to WiFi-equipped T-Mobile gear, we're all about choice. [Thanks, Mumbo] Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments

Filed under: Handsets , RIM , T-Mobile , GSM , EDGE Previously rumored for a March 5th release, we've been tipped that T-Mobile's WiFi-equipped, Hotspot @Home-capable BlackBerry 8820 appears to have been pushed back (at least, that's what we'd take "TBD" to mean where March 5 used to appear). Sadly, delays are more the rule than the exception in this industry, so we're anything but taken aback if it turns out to be true. We'll keep you in the loop as we hear more. [Thanks, Dave] Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments

That’s right. The one thing we all feared with the launch of the RIM-made BlackBerry 8820 was that AT&T would have crippled the GPS module to work only with the pay-service, TeleNav. Rumors were circling the various internets regarding such GPS-crippling - and the prospect of having to pay to use a feature that was built-in drew a lot of flack. It looks like AT&T has confirmed that the now-available BlackBerry 8820 will be packed with not only WiFi, but a fully functional GPS unit. That means all you CrackBerry fans can get your GPS navigation fix (pun intended) without having to pay “the man.” So, if you’ve been waiting for more information on the BB 8820’s GPS feature before taking the plunge, consider yourself informed. Go out and snatch up that BlackBerry 8820 from AT&T today for $ 299.99 (with 2-year contract and rebates, of course)- and let us know how much you like having WiFi and GPS at your fingertips. [Via: Boy Genius Report ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:AT&T crippling their BlackBerry 8820 with limited GPS functionality?AT&T to start selling BlackBerry 8820 GPS WiFi Phone for $299BlackBerry 8820 coming to UK via OrangeMOTO RAZR 2, MOTO Q9, BlackBerry 8820… AT&T launch dates?BlackBerry 8820 coming to Spain

Filed under: Handsets , RIM , ATT , GSM , EDGE Sorry, 8800 owners -- your pieces are officially obsolete (not really, unless WiFi is a big deal for you). AT&T has gotten officially official today with the 802.11a/b/g-equipped 8820 at the expected $299 contract price point, offering integrated GPS, push-to-talk support, EDGE data, a microSD slot, and a clean, camera-less posterior just like the original. Grab it online and in store starting tomorrow. Oh, and buyers, let us know what the sitch is with the GPS , okay? Read | Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments

It’s a sad day when carriers purposely cripple or disable their handsets. The only thing sadder is being constantly reminded of that fact. Case in point, AT&T is reportedly crippling the GPS feature on their upcoming BlackBerry 8820. Apparently, the BlackBerry 8820 may ship with a limited navigation software suite - the TeleNav service from AT&T. Anyone wanting to actually use the GPS feature on their 8820 will have to pony up $6 for 10 uses a month or $10 for unlimited uses per month. So, on top of the data package you’re going to have buy, you’ll also need to pay extra to use the built-in GPS module. Unfair. The move to cripple the BlackBerry 8820 help preserve the Apple iPhone Google Maps feature’s appeal to customers. Remember, AT&T is in a multi-year contract with Apple for the iPhone, and they want to push as many out the door as possible. Is AT&T trying to protect their iPhone investment? Is Apple trying to keep iPhone competitors from stealing their spotlight? Electronista ’s source won’t specify, but we have a sneaking suspicion that Apple had a big hand in this deal - afterall, why would AT&T not want to sell as many phones (whichever they might be) as possible? We’re expecting a September launch, so the BlackBerry 8820 is going to miss the expected August launch window by a month or so. We’re actually crossing our fingers for this rumor not to come true. But, we have a feeling that we’ll be let down by AT&T…again. [Via: Electronista ] ---Related Articles at IntoMobile:The WiFi-enabled BlackBerry 8320 confirmed; Comes to T-Mobile?BlackBerry Curve 8320 with WiFi set to hit T-Mobile on September 24thT-Mobile set to add three new colors to BlackBerry Pearl lineupT-Mobile 8320 to be the first BlackBerry with WiFi, launches in SeptemberBlackBerry 8820 coming to UK via Orange