The new BlackBerry Bold 9700 is smaller and sleeker than the original Bold 9000 in just about every way. The backside is much more conventional in appearance, departing from the all-leather back of the 9000 for a two-parter back like most other phones. The Bold 9700 has a smaller footprint, a thinner profile, and an overall better-looking appearance. The trackpad, speaker quality, and keyboard build are all taken into consideration. You'll also notice that the trackball has been replaced with the new trackpad from RIM: