This is the original battery. I compared it with my previous battery and they are as alike as two drops of water. Well, it is true that the new battery, color printing are somewhat bland. Also, the battery between less well in the phone (must force a little more). In addition, there was a kind of glue on the battery that I can withdraw with a fingernail. For these reasons, I do not put 5 stars. I'm still happy because my blackberry works as before and now with this new battery.