BlackBerry Bold 9000 Teardown
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 4 Steps
Get the scoop on the BlackBerry Bold’s hardware setup, complete with circuit diagrams and labeled chips. For more detailed info on the BlackBerry Bold and other devices, check out phoneWreck.com. This overview will help you understand the ins and outs before diving into the repair process. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 1
– Check out these cool features of the Blackberry Bold:
– A 2.65″ HVGA screen – small, but definitely packs a punch!
– Stereo speakers – your music sounds way better than expected!
– Powered by the Marvell Hermon Processor at 624MHz – fast and reliable.
– Full QWERTY keyboard – perfect for typing like a pro!
Step 2
– Let’s dive into the heart of this device and get our hands dirty.
– The Bold was just as enjoyable to take apart as it was to review. Opening it up was a breeze, but things got interesting when we got to the motherboard. It’s a bit of a tangled mess in there.
– The ICs are fairly well organized, but with so many components involved, it felt like piecing together a giant puzzle. Building the BOM and block diagrams was a bit of a challenge, but don’t worry, we love doing this kind of thing. So, here’s the BlackBerry Bold Block Diagram for you.
– RIM really splashed out on their new Samsung-made screen. It’s a bit of an expensive piece, but honestly, totally worth it.
Step 3
– One design choice that raises eyebrows is the addition of 802.11a. This feature, which isn’t exactly a crowd favorite, necessitates a dedicated power amplifier, an antenna, and potentially leads to the inclusion of another Wi-Fi-specific PMIC.
– Next up, let’s chat about those antennas. Rather than sticking with the usual metal prongs found in most devices, RIM opted for what looks like stickers. These little guys practically wrap around the back of the device.
– Now, about the antenna placements—it’s a bit of a guessing game! What seems like the obvious spots for the antennas is actually influenced by how we use our phones (like holding it to your ear or cradling it while browsing can cover certain areas).
Step 4
– Check out the main IC diagram here to get a clear view of the layout. Samsung keeps impressing with its multi-chip packages like MoviNAND, OneNAND, and Mobile DDR—talk about a power combo! Infineon and Renesas scored big wins with their RF transceivers, making wireless communication smoother than ever. SiRF is making a notable entrance with its GPS and A-GPS features, so your device can always find its way. Cypress is also on point with the West Bridge technology, delivering those lightning-fast sideloading speeds we mentioned earlier. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
