Attention all T-Mobile users! The time has finally come... The first T-Mobile 3G BlackBerry is now available for purchase at T-Mobile.com. But wait... is it the 8900, or the 9700. Seems as if T-Mobile dropped the ball and used the wrong photo on the website. Big oops T-Mobile!
Pricing for the new BlackBerry Bold is very reasonable at $199.99 on the new Even More plan, or at $449.99 on the Even More Plus plan. For those wondering why the difference in pricing, here is the reason:
Two types of plans, two ways to save.
Even More Plans come with a 2 Year Contract and feature great phone discounts, so your upfront costs are lower.
Even More Plus Plans have no annual contract and currently provide our best monthly rate plan pricing. So you pay for your phone upfront, but the lower monthly plan costs save you money over time.
So there you have it, hurry up and go place your order. Drop us a note and let us know how the ordering goes. Hopefully T-Mobile won't have any problems fulfilling the orders. I have a feeling this will be a very hot selling device for T-Mobile.
Also be sure to check out CrackBerry's extensive reviews on the T-Mobile BlackBerry Bold 9700.
Rickbubello Nov 15, 2009 at 11:53 pm
and whats great is they show a picture of a 8900, thats a good start for that company HAHAHAHA
doowopmario Nov 15, 2009 at 11:54 pm
That's great! Except that they got the wrong pic up.
Sinneronezz Nov 15, 2009 at 11:56 pm
WHEN IS THE ATT VERSION BEING RELEASED. I DONT GET IT WHY TMOBILE FIRST ? SHOULD I SWITCH ?
kasperapd Nov 16, 2009 at 12:00 am
Strong rumors say the AT&T version will be launched next week. At the very least, I'm guessing it will be out before Black Friday.
Sinneronezz Nov 16, 2009 at 12:02 am
I dont know which service is better im guessing it is att
kasperapd Nov 16, 2009 at 12:04 am
Hard to say on that. You just need to check coverage maps and see what works best in your area.
saber87 Nov 16, 2009 at 12:08 am
Why should AT&T get it first? Just because you have AT&T?
Yes, you should switch to T-Mobile for the sole reason that it is getting a phone days before another carrier.
bordapapa Nov 16, 2009 at 4:04 am
To a keyboard w/o CapsLock.
:D
gbilo1963 Nov 15, 2009 at 11:59 pm
Ordered no problems. Estimated delivery date 11/24/09.
kasperapd Nov 16, 2009 at 12:00 am
11/24!!! Wow... that's a long time.
curve247 Nov 16, 2009 at 12:04 am
Im told there is a glitch in the system and they cant order it for me. not happy
Lyls Nov 16, 2009 at 12:04 am
Oh, man!!! I am soooo jealous! I have to wait for AT&T to release it, but at least I'll get it for the renewal price! Congrats to those of you who are getting it now.
Sinneronezz Nov 16, 2009 at 12:06 am
Any real release date for att? i hope its not in december
JerZdre Nov 16, 2009 at 12:08 am
idk why but the phone is not there
Gamecock Nov 16, 2009 at 12:14 am
I can only findit listed with a new contract. It is not listed when I try to uograde. Anyone else have this problem?
skaterya Nov 16, 2009 at 7:45 am
Yup, if I log in to my account and try to upgrade, it doesnt display the 9700. I dont have the new Even More plans though, so Im wondering if that has something to do with it.
I'm hoping with the release of the 9700 they will drop the price of 8900.
Distraktion Nov 16, 2009 at 12:14 am
who won the contest!
Fredstar Nov 16, 2009 at 12:15 am
Yea the E'ffed up.. Att definetly a better service then tmobile, i dont know wats going on over there, but finally 3g?? those are gona make money.
wingnut91 Nov 16, 2009 at 12:26 am
When will you announce who won the phone from you guys and BlackBerry Emporium?
gbeebe Nov 16, 2009 at 12:37 am
That's hilarious! I wonder how long it'll take til they change it back...
I'm excited to hear who won the 9700 though!
Glen
Guaponyc Nov 16, 2009 at 12:39 am
i just finished ordering it over the phone with tmobile......express shipping and all..........CRACKBERRY HELP ME!!!! i need a gift for ordering it and posting a comment.....FIRST
kasperapd Nov 16, 2009 at 12:45 am
Congrats!
evorc Nov 16, 2009 at 12:44 am
Funny I stopped by yesterday and the rep told me they are not until after thanksgiving. Yea right bud....
detour Nov 16, 2009 at 12:47 am
kind of odd they have the incorrect photo .. but i ordered without any problems. est delivery date is 11-24 as others have noted. don't quite understand the long est delivery time aside from that is the far end date. hopefully, it will arrive this week.
iEattehberry Nov 16, 2009 at 12:54 am
BAHAHA tmobile is SO ghetto! Can't wait until June 2010 when I can get my EYEphone!!!
mrcrush1914 Nov 16, 2009 at 1:01 am
..ur point?
Guaponyc Nov 16, 2009 at 12:55 am
thanks @kasperapd
jhenet Nov 16, 2009 at 1:09 am
I want my phone right now. I've been without one for about a month waiting for this. and T-mobile's telling me there's a glitch in the system.
AngryChineseDriver Nov 16, 2009 at 1:19 am
We have to pay at least $600 for no contract...and you get $450. Damn that's cheap.
But I'm lucky cuz I got mine for free :)
fobi740 Nov 16, 2009 at 1:23 am
is that 11/24 estimated delivery date with express sipping or regular?
carlosg2002 Nov 16, 2009 at 1:34 am
I'm ordering mine tomorrow morning first thing. Was gonna do it online, but I rather talk to a rep. Super excited for this phone! I won't be able to sleep tonight lol.
elementunkn Nov 16, 2009 at 1:53 am
I heard somewhere in a thread here that the AT&T employees were told it was coming before black friday.
jamatecd Nov 16, 2009 at 2:46 am
ohhhhhhhhh.i vrey glad to konw that blackberry is aviwlabal to
store.i like balckberry phone. i like this phone deginne and
thier picture. I have a feeling this will be a very hot selling device for T-Mobile.
http://www.goarticles.com/cgi-bin/showa.cgi?C=2200618
Crunch Nov 16, 2009 at 4:51 am
...your dollar is worth MORE than the U.S. dollar. ;)
Dragondima Nov 16, 2009 at 8:31 am
Sorry bud, that's not exactly true. US Dollor at 1.00 is equivalent to 1.04 Canadian. (Source http://www.xe.com/) Yay for 9700!
hal9000 Nov 16, 2009 at 5:06 am
Thats the curve 8900 pictured... marketing team: FAIL! lol
HofstraJet Nov 16, 2009 at 6:16 am
Want to order online to get the 35% Bing cashback, but the phone isn't available for upgrades on the website! :(
Gamecock Nov 16, 2009 at 8:26 am
I just spoke to CS and was told that the website will probably by updated around noon eastern time. He said they have had this glitch before when they don't do preorders and just go live all at once. I least mine is on hold at the store, 35 more minutes and I get it.
mischaka Nov 16, 2009 at 9:29 am
I don't think i'm getting it. I tried to do the upgrade and for some reason it made me upgrade to the 8900. I had to call them to cancel and they said it will take 24-48 for the cancellation. Which means I can't upgrade to the right phone til Wed. smh. I waited all weekend!!! =(
It would really be nice if I won that contest.
sdcaptain1 Nov 16, 2009 at 9:50 am
Th 9700 is currently available for purchase from my corporate AT&T premier enterprise site for $299 with no discount.
cigardj Nov 16, 2009 at 11:04 am
Man TMO's sit is totally ate up! I tried to order a Bold and its not even listed as an option. Typical TMO, behind the power curve. This started weeks ago when existing customers could sign up to get the Bold on pre-release. Well once again, they blew that! When we I ever learn?
bmwfanatic Nov 16, 2009 at 11:35 am
i am such a new phone whore.
djitch Nov 16, 2009 at 11:35 am
I ordered mine at midnight last night! I didnt have any issues at all...they were very helpful and even through in the express shipping for free so I shouldhave it sometime tomorrow!!! I cant wait...I have been waiiting on this device for a while now! T-mobile finally steps up to the plate with a great phone!
CrazySh8 Nov 16, 2009 at 11:51 am
I just got off the phone with T-Mobile and ordered mine for $200....I just asked her to tack on the price onto my next bill....was also given the option to pay $50 extra over the next 4 bills instead of a lump sum....I want to pay for it all at once though....I was told I should have it by next tuesday....pretty hassle free if you ask me....
NoKittyNo Nov 16, 2009 at 12:03 pm
Damn, so how is it possible that Rogers charges $299.99 for new customers. An interesting note is Buy out price is $599.99 for the 9700, and something like $649.99 for the Bold 9000. .. Oh Rogers, how I hate you. Lol.
Upstreammiami Nov 16, 2009 at 12:12 pm
lmao wtf is that its a 8900 not a 9700
Scrooge276 Nov 16, 2009 at 1:40 pm
Walked into Orange, CT today and picked one up. The reps didn't even realize it was launching today, they had the inventory and had to call someone to see if they were allowed to sell them! No display set up either. Only one other person in there buying at the same time. Much easier than I had expected!
prettifem4u Nov 16, 2009 at 1:41 pm
Tmobile so took to long and I switched to get a 3G tour. Just paid the termination fee and everything...Now sprint needs a touchpad ...smh Fail for not being patient...
going to sit in the corner :(
Prafeston Nov 16, 2009 at 2:40 pm
Does it anger anyone else that New Customers get an additional discount. It doesn't make any since to me. I've been giving money to T-Mobile for over a year and someone with no record with them can come in and get an additional 50 dollars off the phone. What a jip. Thanks for rewarding me for my continued service with you T-Mobile.
Doughbowy Nov 16, 2009 at 2:46 pm
went to the store and picked mine up.. i got mine today.. no hassle...
Prafeston Nov 16, 2009 at 3:02 pm
Look at the top right, under ShopCrackberry.com...looks like crackberry doesn't know the difference between the Storm2 or the Bold 9700. I guess the 9700 just has some personality issues! haha.
raskal1130 Nov 16, 2009 at 5:55 pm
Just letting you know... just like how T-Mobile posted the wrong blackberry on their site, one of your shop.crackberry ads on the top right on some of the pages says Storm2 with a Bold9700 picture on it and the one that says Bold 9700 it has the Storm 2 picture on that.
jujumoshatron Nov 16, 2009 at 10:36 pm
yup, just got it like i said i would!
cant wait for ups to finally drop it off.
i love you blackberry <3
JackiB Nov 17, 2009 at 8:34 am
I LOVE it!!! It's been a really easy transition from my Curve 8320 to my new Bold 9700. I have a slight issue with the new angled keys, but that's just because I have suck long nails. I'll learn to type on it just as fast as I did on my last one.... the internet is MUCH faster on this one which is a HUGE plus! And I can see websites the way they were meant to be seen... so far, fantastic!
Kelly Maxey Nov 17, 2009 at 11:19 am
Got mine yesterday morning at the store, no line, no waiting but had problems with it ALL day....even had to go exchange it for another in store because the first one kept rebooting. Getting all my bbm contacts to acknowledge the new pin has been a nightmare fore some reason, bbm wasn't working at all for several hours now I have to re request some contacts while others just replied to my broadcast message...ugh! After paying 450 for it (no contract), so far I am not impressed. All in all love the phone, love the trackpad, hate the size...wish this same phone were the same size as the original Bold, keyboard is small even for me (female), keys feel even smaller than my 8900....:(, maybe its just the new shape of them? Still waiting for the "perfect" Blackberry.
jujumoshatron Nov 18, 2009 at 2:29 pm
the trackpad is gonna take some getting used to
but all in all the look and feel of this phone is amazing.
probably update this later.
update #1: the sound is so damn clear on this phone. love the feel of the keys. no more clicking sound when i type so i feel more discreet about texting. having problems with the myspace app though. the icon isnt popping up. gonna try some video now
update #2: the video is crisp. love it. just tried the visual voicemail. very nifty i must say. might update it later, might not. i think ive said everything ive really had to say.