The BlackBerry Bold 2 also known as the BlackBerry 9700 has now been given a hands-on review by labs.v3.co.uk, and their first impression was the BlackBerry Bold 2 seems somewhat smaller than the original Blackberry Bold and feels like one of the older BlackBerry Curve handsets.

They say the BlackBerry Bold 2 is less heavy at 122 grams, while the other noticeable difference is with the touchpad which makes it easier for scrolling through messages and faster that the trackball.

The BlackBerry Bold 2 sports a similar keyboard to the original Bold with oddly sculptured keys which some find difficult to use; for the full hands-on hit up the link.