MetroPCS has launched the long-awaited successor to the BlackBerry Curve 8330 and the first BlackBerry device to support its expanded AWS coverage area in the Curve 8530. The 8530 is also the first device on the regional flat-rate carrier to include a Wi-Fi radio while supporting EVDO Rev. 0 access in select coverage areas.
Pricing is set at $279.99 before an additional $50 mail-in rebate via prepaid debit card bringing the total to $229.99. Its required $60 service plan supports IM/MMS/SMS messaging, GPS navigation, Metro Back-Up, Premium Directory Assistance, and Metro Banking access along with including all taxes/fees.
To correct your article the 8530 does not do EVDO Rev A. Only Rev 0. Thanks.