I've read many great reviews of Blackberry devices, and am wondering
people's experiences with said devices on TM USA?   With non-business
interest, I'm keeping an eye on the Pearl (aka 8100).

How is its RF performance?   Call quality?  Earphone and mouthpiece?
Speakerphone?

For Internet use, looks like the $19.99 plan would work.   How is the
built-in web browser?  I've heard Opera Mini works, too.   Suggestions for
an ssh client? (I know there is one company that produces a commercial
product, but if I can get a free one, that would be great!).

I'd also plan to pair my bluetooth GPS with the device and use Google Maps
(www.google.com/gmm).   Experiences here?

Thanks again for any/all feedback.

Scott