What a nice toy
The GPS and laptop modem (we're missing this feature on the 8700R model that we're giving everyone at my company) will suit you nicely.
The trackball in the middle (feels weird calling it a "pearl" when it's on the Curve or the 88xx) takes a little getting used to, but it's probably much better for your thumb than the scrollwheel they used to have. I just got a new job so I'll no longer be getting to play with all the new Blackberry devices as soon as they come in. We won't be getting this model since we're with a GSM/GPRS carrier here (can anyone say iPhone?
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I know 10 guys I went to college with who are working for RIM right now, great company and great products.