Most Expensive cell phones in the world

We all own a cell phone (how could you not?!) and these days, cell phones are considered a part of life and have been reduce to their utilitarian value. But some people still believe it’s a luxury of sorts and as such, manufacturers looking to bring back some finesse and elegance to the ubiquitous cell phones, have devised some models, the crème de le crème phones targeted at haut de gamme clientele. These phones are not for the faint of heart, their prices will blow you away and rightfully so:

1) Model: Nokia 8800 Arte with pink diamonds

Price tag: $135,000

This mobile phone is made of solid white gold at a whopping 18 carats! It also includes 700 pink and white diamonds which make this phone a dizzying 22 carat machine. Other than the gold it’s laden with, it comes with certain basic features such as an MP3 player, video and camcorder, Bluetooth and voice memo.

2) Model: Sony Ericsson Black Diamond

Price tag: $300,000

No gold or diamond to be found here, the phone’s moniker is misleading, so what exactly makes this phone so special? The answer lies in it futuristic design and state of the art technology which make it a forerunner in the crowded cell phone market. The four megapixel phone has a borderless look — the polycarbonate polymer finish hides the OLED (organic light emitting diode) technology which give the phone its elegance.

3) Vertu Signature Cobra

Price tag: $310,000

This mobile phones is so elitist and snobby, rumor has it only 8 models were ever made. Designed exclusively by French jeweler Boucheron, the cobra comprises two diamonds, two emeralds and approximately 440 rubies. Snakes form part of the elegant design. This phone is only for those who are stinking rich, but it can be yours for a mere $ 115,000 (without the precious rubies of course). But hurry up, only 26 “cheaper” models have been made so hurry up to get yours today, before they run out!

4. Model: The Diamond Crypto Smartphone

Price tag: $1.3 million

This cellular phone model oozes exquisite luxury— it owes its mind boggling price to its platinum body which is littered with 50 diamonds including 8 rare blue diamonds which are unique in this world. The logo and navigation keys are made of 18 carat gold. It operates on Windows and has a high resolution screen. It comes equipped with features such a SMS, MMS, Email, internet, Java support and has a media player. This phone is not for the squeamish, only for those who don’t know what to do with their billions!

5. Model: GoldVish ‘Le Million’ Piece Unique

Price tag: $1.3 million

This unmatched piece par excellence is certified and featured by the Guinness world book of records is made of 18 K gold and is only custom made. The phone comes standard with an mp3 player, Bluetooth and digital camera.