The BlackBerry Storm 3 will be a world edition smartphone that can be utilized across a range of networks. They will retain 802.11 Wi-Fi technology, which will allow users to surf the web wherever a hotspot exists. The Storm 3 will likely employ 4G capabilities, something that its predecessors the Storm and Storm 2 have not done. Both of the previous models are 3G compatible only.
There may also be a chance that the new Storm 3 will function as a mobile hotspot, allowing other devices to connect to it and obtain Internet access.
The Storm 3 will likely offer an upgraded camera in a 5 mega-pixel version. There is also talk that this camera may actually be as powerful as an 8 mega-pixel version. About the weight and size will be about the same as the Storm 2 with its 3.25” touch-screen, but there are rumors suggesting that the new Storm 3 will utilize a larger 3.7” screen.
Blackberry OS 6.0 may remain the standard operating system for the Storm units and the Torch, but there are suggestions that a Blackberry OS 7.0 may be introduced. Whatever the operating system no alternative operating systems will likely be offered for these phones. The OS will be customized to fit the specific features of the Storm units. A native webkit from Research in Motion will likely be utilized in the Storm 3, which is considered one of the best editions of web enabling software.
Other undocumented specifications that have surfaced:
* Memory: 8 or 16 GB storage w/ optional expandable to 32GB, 512 MB or 1GHz RAM, 1 GB ROM
* Display: 3.7-inch AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
* Camera: 5MP, 2592×1944 pixels or 8 MP, 3264×2448 pixels, fixed focus, dual-LED flash
* GPRS: Class 32
* Optical trackpad
* Ringtones: MP3, WAV ringtones
* MP3: MP3/WAV/eAAC+/WMA player, MP4/H.264/H.263/WMV player
* Bluetooth: Yes, v3.0 with A2DP
* 3G: HSDPA, 10.2 Mbps; HSUPA, 2 Mbps
* Addons: Wi-Fi, USB, GPS, OS, Video
* Weight: Standard battery, Li-Ion 1200 mAh (BL-4D)
* Talktime: Up to 432 h (2G) / Up to 480 h (3G)
* Standby: Up to 9 h (2G) / Up to 5 h (3G)
So, when it the Blackberry Storm 3 going to be released? Well, as you know or may not know, its release was canceled because Verizon felt that the Blackberry Storm 3 was too close to Storm 2 version; such that it couldn't be considered an upgrade to make the Verizon Blackberry lineup. But there are rumors that despite this cancellation, its release is set to the first quarter of 2011. It seems also, that this is supported by BestBuy which has the 9750 RIM Blackberry Storm 3 on their website. So, look for it to come to your local retail stores soon.
