BlackBerry Storm 2 is now Official
The BlackBerry Storm 2 is now official, it appears to have the same click-able touchscreen interface, with some improvements to the multi-touch capabilities.
Our sources in the UK say the BlackBerry Storm 2 will go on sale there sometimes around the end of the month, Vodafone will offer it for free with a £35 a month contract.
The BlackBerry Storm 2 features include WiFi, 2GB of built in memory, a 3.2 megapixel camera and a 3.25 inch touchscreen. There is no word when it comes to North America, but again our sources are say you can expect this to arrive in the US around November with a $200 price tag and a two year contract of course.
BlackBerry Storm2 changes include:
- Enhanced SurePress Technology
- JavaScript is now On by default
- Wi-FI 802.11 b/g
- 256 MB Flash Memory
- 2GB Onboard Media Memory
- Sleeker Design
- Integrated touch navigation keys
- BlackBerry Handheld Software v5.0
- Faster Internet page loading
User Interface changes include:
- Inertial Scrolling w/Snap Back
- Enhanced SurePress input
- Probability-based entry with advanced auto-correct
- Multi-touch for ALT and SHIFT
- Key rollover for faster typing
- Optimized pressure for comfortable text entry
- Fine Cursor Control
- Improved sensitivity and accuracy
- Multi-touch text selection enhancements
- Updated spin boxes
- Clock, calendar, date/time, etc…
- Phone enhancements
- Face detection
- Actionable touch buttons
- Enhanced SMS UI – notifications, emoticons, threaded chats
We included CNETs video review of Verizon’s BlackBerry Storm 2 below
