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Old 02-06-2008, 02:06 PM
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Incorrect.
As long as the BlackBerry you purchase from the US is unlocked you can get it re-connected in Aus. (Phone and Blackberry services)
However, I'm not sure on Virgin mobile but I think they use Optus as their carrier. If so then they probably offer a BlackBerry plan. (I will check it out and post back)
Obviously, if you purchase a CDMA BlackBerry from OS (ie; 8330 Curve) then that wont work here because of the network infrastructure difference but any of the GSM handsets will. The 8320 that you have listed will have no problems operating of Australian carriers.
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Old 02-06-2008, 02:16 PM
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Just had a quick look and it looks like you are right in saying Virgin mobile does not offer a BlackBerry plan (or handset). (Seems strange because they buy their bandwidth from Optus). So looks like you might have to look at one of the major carriers.
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Old 02-06-2008, 02:30 PM
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No probs.

I've already got an Optus number ready...just need to buy the Curve now

8320 it is, just gotta find a "trustworthy" Ebay seller and off I go.
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Old 02-06-2008, 02:38 PM
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Powerseller only. I got burned bad on eBay with a couple of iPhones.
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