American cell phone giant, Verizon Wireless has announced plans to launch Research In Motion’s clamshell smartphone, the BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8230, beginning on June 19.
Verizon will follow T-Mobile and Alltel in offering the Pearl Flip, which features 3G wireless connectivity, a spacious SureType keyboard, and a 2-megapixel digital camera.
Verizon’s Pearl Flip will sell for $129.99, after a $70 mail-in rebate, on a two year wireless contract.
In Canada, the BlackBerry Pearl Flip is offered by both Rogers Wireless and Bell Mobility.
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