Comments on: Should I Keep My BlackBerry Storm?

By: Ivory Iman

Ivory Iman — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:06:08 +0000

My ipod 1G is our main iPod, Pda and a lot more, plus has also been from the time I discovered it. It still work on the most current iPod system software program, and any application I might want it to run. I’m using it to post this comment right now. It’s safe to point out it can be a lot more than only an “excellent hobbyist system” — it is really an excellent iPod

By: A. I. Abdullah

A. I. Abdullah — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 10:56:00 +0000

Keep it!

The iPhone, no matter how stylish or flashy it may be, will never beat the BB.

When I purchased my BB from Vodafone’s Malaysian counterpart, CELCOM, I was given a small pamphlet on ‘BB Storm VS iCompetitor. That showed me exactly what I’m buying in to.

Apps are available via BlackBerry AppWorld. Download that and the worlds apps are yours for the taking.

Also, the Storm has the exclusivity advantage. Every man and his parakeet has an iPhone. I laugh at those who bought in to the Apple BuZz. Posers. The BlackBerry Storm is a thing of beauty, and not many own one.

You put your iPhone on the table, people look briefly. Put your Storm on the table, half the world would be looking.

Good enough for ya?

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By: Amanda

Amanda — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 04:24:18 +0000

I am having the same dilemma about the storm right now. I have only had it about a week and I loved it at first but I am wondering if I want to return it and wait to upgrade. I am running into alot of the same problems as you and I am also worried about the durability of the screen. I don’t like that its seperated to allow for the clicking-I feel like dust will get on there and ruin the software. It moves around a little bit also and I was moving it today to see how loose it really was and the screen totally froze the first time, then wasn’t as touch sensitive the second time. Let me know what you decide to do…I really can’t decide because I do love it-I just feel it could be better made.

By: John

John — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 12:42:19 +0000

I have the Storm and somewhat regret the decision. Its far too slow, too “laggy” and frustrates the hell out of me. It hangs for too long and just typing a simple “yes/no” email or text can take minutes.

Shame, as i love:

1. the click screen – i have an iPod Touch and i’m continually backtracking as i accidentally click into things when i’m browsing. the +ve click on Storm is great for me.
2. the interface/unit design – bright/clear screen, good layout/physically “pleasing”
3. the email engine – very slick.

I’m in the UK and mainly chose the Storm over the iPhone as its available on Vodafone (iPhone is on o2 network) which has better coverage for me.

I also have an HTC WinMo device, but they’re still a way off being a consumer device.

I’m hoping the lag issues are going to be solved with an OS release. But maybe i’m just kidding myself.

John

By: Jessica Manna

Jessica Manna — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 14:06:22 +0000

2 words – i phone (OK, I made that into two words!)

Aside from being tied to AT&T, which luckily is good service in my area, the phone is the best piece of technology I own.

Unlike most cell phones, it was designed by manufacturers not the carrier. That has done wonders for the usability, product design, features, etc. In fact, several of my hard-core windows friends that have poo-pooed on my Macbook for years (yes, they call it a “Crapbook”) have made the switch from their Blackberries and not only ‘like’ it, they are Raving Fans.

Go Apple.

By: Jen R

Jen R — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 03:47:58 +0000

Okay, I don’t have the Blackberry Storm, but I do have the Samsung Instinct that is also a touchscreen.

I personally like it. Yes it is cool but most importantly it does what I need it to – it keeps me in contact with everyone via email, text messaging and phone calls.

I also like the fact that it is a new gadget. And owning it and using it allows me to explore a new piece of technology that is in the hands of consumers more and more each day. That alone is valuable to me.

So if you need a new phone, are willing to wait for updates on the software and the size isn’t a huge issue, then I’d say invite your friend in to stay awhile.

By: cassetti

cassetti — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:59:03 +0000

As an early adopter and a gadget geek. I am the first to admit I was excited by the Storm. Even though i am not a BB user and never will be, There is one thing i must say:

Never adopt the first generation of any new technology. the Storm has 2 new technologies for bb, the raised buttons on the screen is totally proprietary for anyone to my knowledge. Course touchscreen is nice, but nothing new.

The storm is proprietary, it will have issues, you will have issues that you can not overcome no matter how many software updates you get. Its the nature of the beast. Think of the storm a ‘beta’ test.

Get rid of it and get something else. The iPhone is nice if you want a happy meal smart phone – works great, locks you down like hell (no way to upgrade battery, no stereo bluetooth support, no upgrading the memory, etc etc)

I have the AT&T Fuze (HTC Touch Pro) – All i have to say is you know your phone has something special if all 3 major companies (AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon) are all selling variations of the SAME PHONE! Windows mobile phones are not for everyone – they require patience and customization to make them meet your needs. But until android comes out of my definition of ‘beta’ and we see it show up on a handful of phones, it will not be worth investing my time in exploring

Just my $0.02

I’m a gadget geek, and my vote is return it and get something else
(Even the iPhone if you have your heart set on it, i purchased one for my mother since she is… technologically challenged… ha ha)