BlackBerry makes cases, sleeves and stands for it's mobile phones. In this case a SYNCPOD or a CHARGE POD. The beauty of this product is that it fits the Torch 9800 horizontally and once inserted, your BlackBerry goes into bedside mode with an analogue/digital clock display which dims when the lights are out. It's the only device to be so effective as a bedside table clock with a built in alarm that you can reset according the instructions. The pod is shiny plastic/lacquer and a chrome rim, exactly as the picture suggests. As the BlackBerry has a rear camera level with the casing, if you place it on a flat surface there is likelihood the lens will be scratched. The phone must always be in a holster or in a SYNCPOD/charge pod at all times. It uses a microUSB charger and as BB users will know, the Bold 9700's adapter will work with the Torch 9800 upgrade. A must have product albeit pricey but if you shop around on Amazon, you will indeed find a bargain. Like Apple, BB also target their accessories at £25.00. I have three of these, one for work, one for my bedside table and one for my desk at home!