How does the Palm Pre compare to the BlackBerry?

Smartphones these days have to go above and beyond their competitors to get a leg up on leading smartphone sales. The BlackBerry and the Palm Pre are very comparable smartphones, and have advantages and disadvantages that make them each the best phone in their own way. The phones are sleek and have been designed to put all of the user’s communication and media needs into one handheld device. Let us see how they stack up against each other in terms of different features.

In terms of ease of use while typing, the BlackBerry Curve wins hands down. The Palm Pre has a keyboard that slides out, giving it more room in the front for a larger screen. A larger screen means clearer picture for viewing web pages. However, the slide out keyboard also makes the Palm Pre top heavy. It is nearly impossible to use it to type while laying down. Depending on how much typing you need to do, for example, handing heavy work email, you might want to go with the BlackBerry. Of course, the Palm Pre keyboard can take some getting used to, especially since the keys are smaller, but it can be done.

The Palm Pre is overall sleeker in design. Its rounded, black shell puts the BlackBerry Curve to shame, making it seem clunky in comparison. The slide out keyboard of the Palm Pre also makes it look neater by far. The Palm Pre is thus more trendy and overall, it is probably better for consumers than for those who are looking for a smart phone for business purposes.

Battery life in the BlackBerry Curve is remarkable. However, the Palm Pre will need to be charged daily. It is also true that the Palm Pre has a removable battery, and that you can stock up on multiple batteries so you always have a fresh charge on the go. Some have complained that replacing the battery removes data, while others have stated that this is just not the case. In conclusion, the Palm Pre is a better phone for trendy types, while the BlackBerry Curve seems to work better in terms of functionality.