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It’s easy to use T-Mobile Blackberry service. All you have to do is buy a Blackberry phone that is supported by T-Mobile, choose a service plan that meets your needs, and connect your device. A T-Mobile representative can help you with all of these steps. Plus, they will show you how to use your Blackberry once it is connected.

1. Buy a Blackberry Phone

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The first step is to buy a Blackberry phone. The easiest way to do this is to go into a T-Mobile store or buy one online. This way you can make sure it will be compatible with T-Mobile’s Blackberry service. Of course, you can buy a used phone at a secondhand retailer, too — you just risk buying one that won’t be supported. In a lot of the cases, though, T-Mobile can help you configure your phone to use their Blackberry service.

There are lots of Blackberry phones that are compatible with T-Mobile, such as the following:

• Blackberry Curve 9360
• Blackberry Curve 8520
• Blackberry Bold 9780
• Blackberry Bold 9900

2. Choose a Blackberry Service Plan

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Once you have a Blackberry phone, you’ll need to choose a service plan. T-Mobile has five Blackberry service plans. Basically, you can choose any combinations of minutes, text messaging, email service, and data. Prices are higher for more minutes and if you want to have data coverage. There is also an unlimited plan at the top of the price range.

Minutes

The amount of minutes you need depends on how often you use your phone and the types of calls you make. For instance, international calls require an additional charge. People who plan to use their phone for business should get more minutes than those that plan to use their cellphone on a more casual basis. The average user doesn’t need more than 750 minutes per month, but there are a lot of factors that have to be taken into consideration.

Email

Blackberry cellphones have always been a favorite amongst business people because they are designed with email in mind, while many other smartphones put a higher importance on developing apps. Some people really enjoy the trends in apps, while some need to have a reliable email service at all times. Blackberry offers apps too, but it’s the email service that stands out.
You can connect up to ten email addresses on a Blackberry phone. Plus, your phone will chime every time you get a new email so you can stay on top of them all.

Text Messaging

Teens are the most notorious for racking up large text messaging bills. If you plan to do a lot of texting, make sure you get a Blackberry service plan that can accommodate this. Remember that you will be charged for all incoming text messages, too, not just the ones you send.

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 Data

Data plans are needed to access the Internet. Blackberry phones have a browser that comes pre-installed that you can use to get online. Most cell phone service providers require you to have a data plan to access your email, but T-Mobile offers an email-only plan that is less than a data plan. This is something to consider if you don’t plan on getting on the Internet on your phone.
You can look at several T-Mobile prepaid cell phone plans online to choose the right one for you. Think about your needs and then go with the Blackberry plan that meets your needs and your budget the best.

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3. Connect Your Device and Start Using It

Once you’ve chosen a Blackberry service plan, the next step is to get your phone connected. You can find help to do this online, but most people prefer to either call customer service or take their device into a T-Mobile dealer.

Once your Blackberry phone is connected to your T-Mobile service plan, you’ll need to set up all the email accounts you want to show up on your phone. This is easy to do with the help of their wizard. In most cases, all you will need to do is enter your email and put in the password that is associated with that account. You’ll also want to sync all of your contacts and customize the location of icons on the screen.
Blackberry phones have a very intuitive interface, which makes them easy to learn. Of course, if you have any issues, you can contact a T-Mobile representative to help you with anything. Look for a Blackberry phone and a T-Mobile Blackberry service that meets your needs and you can be connected in no time.

This guest post has been written by Emily Green, who is a freelance writer, and a lover of all things tech. She suggests that you check out T-Mobile prepaid cell phone plans online before settling on a Blackberry plan that suits your needs.