BlackBerry
BlackBerry Bold 9700
RM 700.00
Price last checked: 29 Jun 2015. Confirm current price before buying.
This one's built around the QWERTY keyboard rather than a touchscreen, which was BlackBerry's whole approach back in 2009. The 2.44-inch TFT display runs at 480 x 360 pixels, small by today's standards but typical for a messaging-focused device of this era. Inside, a 624 MHz processor pairs with 256 MB RAM and 256 MB internal storage, with microSD support up to 16 GB if you need more room.
The rear camera sits at 3.15 MP with autofocus and LED flash, and there's no front camera at all, so this isn't a phone for selfies or video calls. It runs BlackBerry OS v5.0, upgradable to v6.0, and connects over Wi-Fi, GPS and HSDPA. A 1500 mAh battery keeps the 122 g body running.
BlackBerry Bold 9700 price in Malaysia starts from RM700. It comes in Black or White, and remains a niche pick for anyone who specifically wants a physical keyboard over a modern touchscreen setup.
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Full Specifications
| Release | |
|---|---|
| Release Status | Available. Released 2009, November |
| Performance | |
| Processor | 624 MHz |
| RAM & Storage | 256 MB storage, 256 MB RAM |
| External Storage | microSD, up to 16 GB, 2 GB included |
| OS | BlackBerry OS v5.0, upgradable to v6.0 |
| Battery | Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery |
| Screen | |
| Display size | 480 x 360 pixels, 2.44 inches (~246 ppi pixel density) |
| Display type | TFT, 65K colors |
| Body | |
| Dimension | 109 x 60 x 14 mm |
| Weight | 122 g (4.30 oz) |
| Body Type | QWERTY |
| Colors | Black, White |
| Connectivity | |
| Data Speed | HSDPA, 3.6 Mbps |
| Wifi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, UMA |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v2.1 with A2DP |
| USB | Yes, microUSB v2.0 |
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS support |
| Radio | No |
| Camera & Video | |
| Rear Camera | 3.15 MP, 2048x1536 pixels, autofocus, LED flash |
| Front Camera | No |
| Video | Yes |
| Features | Image stabilization |
| Audio | |
| Loud Speaker | Voice 72dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 73dB |
| Sound Jack | Yes |
| Sound Type | Vibration, MP3 ringtones |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the BlackBerry Bold 9700 support 5G?
Based on its listed network specs (HSDPA, 3.6 Mbps), the BlackBerry Bold 9700 does not support 5G.
How much RAM and storage does the BlackBerry Bold 9700 have?
The BlackBerry Bold 9700 comes with 256 MB storage, 256 MB RAM.
What's the battery capacity of the BlackBerry Bold 9700?
The BlackBerry Bold 9700 has a Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery battery.
Is the BlackBerry Bold 9700 still available in Malaysia?
Yes, the BlackBerry Bold 9700 is currently listed as available in Malaysia (release status: Available. Released 2009, November).