Design and Build
The BlackBerry 8700c is characterized by its robust, utilitarian design, measuring 110 x 69.5 x 19.5 mm and weighing 134 grams. At a time when mobile devices were predominantly practical and durable, the phone's slightly bulky form factor was a norm rather than an exception. A notable feature is its QWERTY keyboard, which emphasizes functionality over aesthetics, designed to facilitate rapid text input — a trademark feature of BlackBerry devices. The body accommodates a mini-SIM and uses a proprietary USB port for connectivity.