Newbie anxiously awaiting my phone
 

Hi everyone,

New here. I just ordered a new 8830 from Sprint yesterday and can't wait for it to arrive. I bought it primarily because I travel for work a lot and love the fact that I can insert a different SIM card when overseas. Hope to get it up and running before I leave for Honduras next Saturday.

I've never had a BB or SmartPhone before, so I'm eager to see what all I can do with it. Maybe I'll be able to travel without my laptop - wouldn't that be cool? Love the idea of being able to run powerpoint, keep track of my schedule, etc. I have loved using my "regular" phone for email.

Welcome to the forums.

It is a very nice device. I used the 8830 for nearly 2 years and loved it. Check out BlackBerry FAQ - BlackBerryFAQ for tons of more tips and info.

Welcome to the Club!

got my phone today, Sprint was awesome in helping me get it set up and activated. I can't wait to enter the world of bb!

Welcome to the group Wendy!

Wendy - you mentioned putting in a different SIM card when you travel. Just note that the in-country SIM card will not have a BlackBerry Data Plan on it, so you won't get your e-mail or many of the other BlackBerry data functions.

With a "plain old" SIM card, you will have voice and SMS text capability.

Welcome!

Welcome aboard, 8830 was my first BB about 2 years ago, A great sturdy device!

Welcome!

Thanks for the info! I wont' need the data stuff, just want to be able to hear my hubby's voice, even if briefly.