The nation’s leading wireless carrier, Verizon Wireless, has announced that starting June 19th they will begin offering the Blackbery Pearl Flip 8230.
The only flip style Blackberry RIM makes, the device is 3G capable and sports a 2 megapixel camera with flash. The device features Blackerry’s SureType text entry system and a micro SD slot for added memory.
The 8230 is slated to sell for $129.99, after a $70 rebate. The price requires a new 2 year service agreement.
You can see the full specifications for the Blackberry Pearl Flip 8230 here.
You can read the press release for the release of the 8230 here.
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