Citigroup Tests, Likes RiM’s “Bold” But No Game-Changer - Eric Savitz (Barron's)

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1 pt	Citigroup Tests, Likes RiM’s “Bold” But No Game-Changer
	Aug 20, 2008 12:47 PM UTC

Eric Savitz (Barron's)

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Via BARRONS.com: Tech Trader Daily - Barron's Online:

BlackBerry Bold What’s the killer app on a BlackBerry? Right, watching “Talladega Nights”! Citigroup analyst Jim Suva has a note out today detailing his experience testing the forthcoming Research in Motion (RIMM) BlackBerry, the “Bold.” He says one of his tests involved watching the comedy movie about race car driver Ricky Bobby, which showed off the pretty screen on the device. (It is nice, I’ve seen it.)

Suva has recently made known his belief that the Bold will be an important factor for RiM in the second half of ‘08.

He lists several positives, including voice-dialing software by Nuance Communications (NUAN), and the fact that the Bold will work in Japan and Korea, which should be important for business travelers. “Completely new web browser with HTML support is a big improvement from the Curve and Pearl,” in Suva’s view. (But check out this video showing pretty putrid surf

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