Combined with stereo Bluetooth 2.1, and Wi-Fi support (Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n [2.4 GHz]; and dual-band 802.11 a/n [5GHz]), that's an impressive array of radios. And business users who are constantly jumping from Wi-Fi network to Wi-Fi network, and continent to continent, will surely appreciate them all.

The device has standard headset- and micro-USB-ports, which means you don't need any sort of proprietary headphones or charging cords, and I certainly appreciate that.

The Verizon and Sprint versions of the Bold 9930 cost $249.99 along with new, two-year service agreements. And though that may sound a bit pricey for a BlackBerry, it's actually reasonable when you consider the quality of hardware you're getting--and when compared it to the $300 after rebate that T-Mobile is asking for its 9900. The new Bold also comes with a holster, which costs $39.99 on RIM's ShopBlackBerry.com. I'm not really a holster guy, but I know that many business users are. And you really do need some kind of case for the 9930. (More on why coming up shortly.)

Now, onto the new software.