BlackBerry 7290

Overview

With the BlackBerry® 7290 Wireless Handheld you’ll benefit from all the features the BlackBerry® solution has to offer — including phone, email, browser and organizer — in a small, lightweight handheld with a comfortable feel. And, with easy-to-use navigation and a QWERTY keyboard, staying connected is easier than ever.

Features Available

The data- and voice-enabled BlackBerry® 7290 features*:

• Phone, email, text messaging (SMS), browser, instant messaging and organizer applications in a single wireless device*
• Quad-Band device, operates on 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM™/GPRS wireless networks, allowing for international roaming between North America, Europe and Asia Pacific
• Bluetooth® support for hands-free voice communications
• Ample memory for application and data storage
• PC-style, 33-key QWERTY keyboard
• Easy-to-use navigation trackwheel and intuitive menu interface
• Bright, backlit, 240x160 display supporting over 65,000 colors
• Java® development platform based on open standards
• Integrated attachment viewing
• Small form factor with a light and comfortable feel

* Check with service provider for availability of browser feature and email account support, roaming arrangements, coverage, and service plans. Certain features outlined herein require a certain BlackBerry wireless device or a minimum version of BlackBerry Desktop Software and/or BlackBerry Device Software. ** Please check with your service provider for availability.

Getting Started

Setting up your smartphone

Whether you’re using BlackBerry® Enterprise Server or BlackBerry® Internet Service, setting up your BlackBerry smartphone is simple and can be done completely over-the-air.

Not sure whether to set up your smartphone for BlackBerry Enterprise Server or BlackBerry Internet Service? Follow these guidelines:

BlackBerry Internet Service

Use this option if one or more of the following apply:

• You purchased your smartphone in a store
• You want to set up a new email account for use with your smartphone
• You want to send and receive email messages on your smartphone from one or more existing email accounts

BlackBerry Enterprise Server

Use this option if one or more of the following apply:

• You want to receive messages from your corporate Microsoft® Outlook®, IBM® Lotus® Notes® or Novell® GroupWise® email account
• A system administrator is managing BlackBerry Enterprise Server within your company
• A system administrator has confirmed that you are permitted to use the BlackBerry Enterprise Server
• You subscribe to a wireless service that supports account setup using the BlackBerry Enterprise Server

For instructions on setting up your email with BlackBerry Enterprise Server or BlackBerry Internet Service, please refer to the Getting Started Guide.

Before setting up your email with BlackBerry Enterprise Server, you will need to contact your IT department to request:

• That an account be set up for you on your organization’s BlackBerry Enterprise Server
• Your enterprise activation password

Specifications

Features Available	Wireless Email Phone and SMS Corporate Data Access** Organizer Wireless Internet BlackBerry Internet Service Instant Messaging****
Size	4.5 x 2.9 x 0.9 inches / 11.3 x 7.45 x 2.2 cm (LxWxD)
Weight	4.9 oz/139 g
Keyboard	Backlit, 33-key, QWERTY keyboard
Navigation	Thumb-operated trackwheel and ESC key
Voice Input/Output	Integrated earpiece and microphone Hands-free headset capable Bluetooth® hands-free headset and car kit support
Notification	Tone, vibrate, on-screen or LED indicator
User Interface	Intuitive icons and menus
Display	High resolution, full-color display supporting over 65,000 colors
Battery	Removable/rechargeable Lithium
Battery Life*	Up to: 4 hours - talk time† 9 days - standby time†
Memory	32 MB flash memory plus 4 MB SRAM
Modem	Embedded RIM® wireless modem
Email Account Compatibility	Integrates with an existing enterprise email account or up to 10 personal/business email accounts
Includes BlackBerry® Desktop Software	Supported by version 3.6 or higher
Works with BlackBerry® Enterprise Server	Supported by: Version 2.1 or higher for Microsoft® Exchange Version 2.0 with Service Pack 2 or higher for IBM® Lotus® Domino® Version 4.0 or higher for Novell® GroupWise®‡
Device Security	Password protection and keyboard lock
Accessories Included	USB cable for charging and PC synchronization International travel charger Swivel holster Find out about other official accessories
Network	Quad-band: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM™/GPRS networks
Works In:	US (850/1900 MHz) Canada (850/1900 MHz) Europe/Asia Pacific (900/1800 MHz)

*Battery life may vary based on usage
**Requires a minimum version of BlackBerry Enterprise Server software
***Check with service provider for availability, roaming arrangements and service plans. Certain features outlined herein require a minimum version of BlackBerry software.
†Based on GSMA PRD TW.09 Battery Life Measurement Technique. Actual results may vary.
‡ Requires device software v4.0 or higher.