8830 by BlackBerry®
Rule your world single-handedly.
A sleek and performance-driven device designed to help you do all the things you need to do. Get free shipping and free activation when you purchase a device with a new line of service online!
For this phone to work and to get your mail-in rebate, you'll need a plan with data or qualified data add-on. See plan details.
Highlights
- Sprint Worldwide Service enabled
- Stylish design
Key Features
- 3G speeds where available
- Music capable
- GPS Navigation enabled
- Web browsing capable
- Email capable
- Bluetooth® Wireless
- Voice activated dialing
| Regular price | $549.99 |
| Instant savings | -$350.00 |
| Mail-in Rebate | -$100.00 |
| New price | $99.99 |
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Requires new line or eligible upgrade with a 2-yr contract |
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| Dimensions: | 4.49x2.6x.55 |
| Weight: | 4.6 oz |
| Battery Information: | litium ion |
| Talk Time: | 3.6 hrs talk time |
NASCAR Sprint Cup MobileSM
With NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile, instantly connect to the NASCAR information you want, when you want it. Follow NASCAR action from practice to race day with real-time leaderboard and alerts. Get exclusive access to your favorite NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver with real-time driver stats, breaking news and more. Live in-car audio, race radio, NASCAR on SPEED and other audio/video only available on select phones. Visit sprint.com/speed for details.
How to Access: Text "NASCAR" to 7777* on your Sprint phone or visit the Sprint Digital LoungeSM to download NASCAR Sprint Cup Mobile. *Standard text messaging and data rates apply.
Unlocked SIM Device
Use in-market carrier SIM cards while traveling abroad.
Dual Network Capability
The BlackBerry 8830 offers the ability to use one device both in the U.S. and while traveling outside of North America. This phone supports both CDMA and GPRS/GSM networks
External Memory
With a microSD card, you’ve got the room you need for larger work files – presentation, reports, documents or fun files like ringtones and music. Purchase an optional memory card and increase memory by up to 2GB.
Full QWERTY keyboard
QWERTY keyboard makes sending emails and editing documents quick and easy.
GPS capable
Allows you to view your geographic location and works with BlackBerry maps as well as other location-based services.
Media Player
Features a media player with 3.5mm stereo headset jack, so you can play video and music files you've downloaded. Supports Bluetooth stereo headset.
Phone as Modem Capable
Use the included USB cable to make your 8830 a wireless modem and extend fast network speeds to your laptop
Bluetooth® Wireless technology
Built-in radio technology allows fast, secure transmission between your phone and accessories without cables or wires. Bluetooth® wireless accessories are sold separately.
Sprint Software Store
The BlackBerry 8830 is certified digital media powered by Handmark.
Next generation RIM Multi-Media capabilities
Roxio Media Manager with BlackBerry device Software for optimized video and music experience.
NFL Mobile Live access
Listen to live audio broadcasts of every regular season game and watch the live broadcasts of all NFL Network games. Get real-time red zone alerts, scores, stats, live NFL Network 24/7 and more. Manage your fantasy football team like a pro with up-to-the-minute insights, analysis, stats and alerts. How to Access: Text "NFL" to 7777* on your Sprint phone to download a full version of the application or download NFL Mobile Live from Sprint Digital LoungeSM. *Standard text messaging and data rates apply.
TrackBall navigation design
The TrackBall is in the center of the device for easier one handed operation
Voice Activated Dialing
The built-in speaker independent voice command lets you use your voice to look up contacts, place phone calls and get key information from your device.
Speakerphone
Hands-free operation of your phone is made easy with the built-in speakerphone.
BlackBerry Maps
View maps, get text driving directions, find local businesses.
Hearing Aid Compatible (HAC)
This handset has been certified as Hearing Aid Compatible in accordance with applicable industry standards. This handset has a HAC rating of M4 for hearing aids operating in the acoustic mode. This handset has a HAC rating of T4 for hearing aids operating in the telecoil mode.
- Standard Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Battery
- AC Travel Charger
- Holster
- 128K SIM Card
- USB Data Cable

Offer expires January 9, 2010 or while supplies last. Requires 2-year contract and new activation. Up to $200 early termination fee/line applies. Subject to credit approval. Taxes excluded. Line must be active 30 consecutive days. Mail-in Rebate: Rebates cannot exceed purchase price. Allow 8 to 12 weeks for rebate. A new phone activation fee of up to $36 also applies to non-Sprint.com purchases. Sprint reserves the right to cancel/extend offers without notice. Offers may not be available in all markets. Other conditions may apply. Data plan required on all active BlackBerry handsets. Voice & data may be purchased separately. Calls made without a voice plan: airtime (0.20/min.) plus long distance ($0.20/min.) Read service agreement for details. The Nationwide Sprint & Nextel National Networks reach over 275 & 274 million people, respectively. Research In Motion, the RIM logo, BlackBerry, the BlackBerry logo and SureType are registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and may be pending or registered in other countries - these and other marks of Research In Motion Limited are used under license. You may return your undamaged device within 30 days of activation to your original place of purchase (with your receipt) and request that we deactivate services. We'll refund your activation fee and waive your early termination fee. You are responsible for all charges based on actual usage (partial monthly service charges, Sprint surcharges, taxes and fees). A $35 restocking fee will be charged (at time of exchange) to exchange a device for a different model or color (except in Hawaii). The $35 restocking fee will also be charged when you return an upgraded device. Visit Sprint.com/returns for details (return policy for existing customers may vary). In the case of Buy one, Get One Free offers, each device may be returned or exchanged individually, but may require a price adjustment as it will then be considered outside the Buy One, Get One Free terms. In addition, if a Buy One, Get One Free device is exchanged, it is subject to the $35 restocking fee terms.