Expensive Smartphones

Top 10 Most Expensive Smartphones in 2016

If you take your phone out of your pocket right now (or you are reading this article on your phone), looking at it, you probably think your cell was too expensive when you got it. Even if you got a contract that lowers the price, the amount you pay each month might make you reconsider ever using a smartphone again.

When you see the most expensive phones in the world, you won’t feel too bad about the fact that your iPhone cost a few hundred dollars. There are ten phones that were produced that cost well over six figures, with some of them costing more than $1 million each. Unless you own several businesses, it would be almost impossible to spend $1 million on phone bills in a lifetime.

Do these phones do anything that your phone can’t do? The answer to that is no. These phones do exactly the same thing as yours, and some of them actually do even less. It’s not the inside of these phones that make them cost so much, but the outside. Pretty much the exact opposite of what makes a good car so expensive compared to a Junker.

So which 10 phones are the most expensive ever? We found out cell phones that cost more money than even a house or a car should. Here are the 10 most expensive smartphones in 2016:

1. Dior Reveries Haute Couture    (Price: $116,225)

Yet another stunning luxury smartphone that manages to mix splendid design with opulent decorations and features that far exceed those of any standard tech device. The Dior Reveries first impresses through the Dior trademark cannage design.

The phone itself is assembled by hand in France, assuring longevity, unbeatable functionality and character. This highly personal phone for Dior boasts a string of media elements that gives users a glance at the brand’s interesting history. Mother of pearl, white gold and an endless stream of diamonds take this already stunning phone over the top and its clear at who the brand is marketing its limited 99 phones.

Just like in the case of the iPhone 5 Black Diamond this amazing piece of tech has more than your average touchscreen. Its extra durable, scratch proof features also include a multi-touch function.

Like much of the media aspects of this phone the ringtones and touchstones are created specifically to reflect Dior’s amazing journey from its very beginnings to present day creations.

The chassis of the Reveries Haute Couture is covered in 18 carat white gold giving the phone an incredible smooth and pleasant texture as well as a solid, satisfying weight.

The most impressive cosmetic enhancement of the Dior Smartphone is the 1,539 flawless diamonds that have been added to produce a truly unique accessory that simply demands attention.

To add to the sea of perfectly placed diamonds the smartphone also includes 46 mother of pearl iridescent pieces.

2. Savelli Jardin-Secret White Ice (Price: $10,000-$120,000)

Luxury phones are becoming smarter than ever and are no more about just their external beauty. Savelli mobile handsets have been created, keeping in mind the necessity of latest in technology and the privilege of exclusivity. For connoisseurs of brilliant craftsmanship, ‘Savelli’ from Geneva has created the ‘Jardin Secret’ with eleven luxury models, each, with its distinctive identity. All of them run on Android OS, a popular operating system found in several smartphones.

The range is designed to suit the taste of women who won’t mind spending a little more for a smartphone that works beautifully in the hand, as a precious Jewel.

The Jardin Secret is made of precious metals, diamonds and exotic animal skin. What makes it different from smartphones available in the market, is the look and feel of the phone. Each handset is hand crafted to render aesthetics that no other smartphone can flaunt.

The magic of a customized luxury phone begins right when the phone is switched on; the user interface design and sounds have been created by top notch photographers and DJs to add to the exclusivity of the make. These sounds and ringtones can only be found in Jardin phones and are created by DJ Stephane Pompougnac

Celebrated photographer Patrick Demarchelier who has shot several cover pages for Vogue and has also been the personal photographer of Diana, Princess of Wales, has contributed in making the admirable icons on the beautifully contoured menu of the phone.

Jardin Secret is now available for sale at select stores and boutiques, including Harrods and Printemps. The jeweled smartphones will cost from $10,000-$120,000.

3. Vertu Signature Touch for Bentley (Price: $19,000.00)

Display: 5.20-inch| Processor: 1.5GHz octa-core | Front Camera: 2.1-megapixel | Resolution: 1080x1920 pixels| RAM: 4GB| OS: Android 5.1 | Storage: 64GB |Rear Camera: 21-megapixel | Battery Capacity: 3160mAh

Vertu is a Britain based manufacturer and retailer of luxury mobile phones. It was established by Finnish mobile-phone manufacturer Nokia as a wholly owned subsidiary in 1998. Nokia sold Vertu to private equity group EQT VI for an unspecified amount in October 2012, keeping a 10-percent share.

Vertu Signature Touch for Bentley smartphone was launched in January 2016. The phone comes with a 5.20-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 1080 pixels by 1920 pixels at a PPI of 428 pixels per inch.

The Vertu Signature Touch for Bentley is powered by 1.5GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor and it comes with 4GB of RAM. The phone packs 64GB of internal storage that can be expanded up to 2000GB via a microSD card. As far as the cameras are concerned, the Vertu Signature Touch for Bentley packs a 21-megapixel primary camera on the rear and a 2.1-megapixel front shooter for selfies.

The Vertu Signature Touch for Bentley runs Android 5.1 and is powered by a 3160mAh non removable battery. It measures 155.00 x 74.00 x 10.80 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 225.00 grams.

The Vertu Signature Touch for Bentley is a single SIM (GSM) smartphone that accepts a Regular-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, NFC, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, and Accelerometer and Ambient light sensor.

4. Sirin Solarin

(Price: $14,000)

Display: 5.5 inch| Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 octa-core | Front Camera: 8 megapixels | Resolution: 1440x2560 pixels | RAM: 4 GB| OS: Android 5.1| Storage: 128 GB |Rear Camera: 23.8 megapixel | Battery Capacity: 4040mAh

Sirin (full name Sirin Labs) is a new entrant to the mobile technology arena and it claims to have one simple goal, "to bring tomorrow to our customers, today". After two years of R&D, Sirin Labs launched its first smartphone in 2016 - the Solarin.

Sirin Solarin smartphone was launched in May 2016. The phone comes with a 5.50-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 1440 pixels by 2560 pixels.

The Sirin Solarin is powered by octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor and it comes with 4GB of RAM. The phone packs 128GB of internal storage cannot be expanded. As far as the cameras are concerned, the Sirin Solarin packs a 23.8-megapixel primary camera on the rear and a 8-megapixel front shooter for selfies.

The Sirin Solarin runs Android 5.1 and is powered by a 4040mAh non removable battery.

The Sirin Solarin is a single SIM (GSM) smartphone that accepts a Nano-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, NFC, 3G and 4G. Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Gyroscope and Barometer.

5. Goldvish Eclipse

(Price: $7,668)

Display: 5 inch| Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 Quad-core 2.5Ghz processor | Front Camera: 5 megapixels | Resolution: 1080 x 1920 pixels | RAM: 3 GB| OS: Android 6.0 | Storage: 64 GB |Rear Camera: 13 megapixel  

Goldvish Geneve is a Swiss luxury smartphone maker that combines high-end specifications with the exclusivity of precious materials and tangible delights. Their latest release is the Eclipse phone and it is as exquisite as it is rare. The phone resonates Swiss craftsmanship in a means experienced before only through classic timepieces. This same magical touch is reproduced in this handmade marvel that comprises of precious metals in the framework and surfaces of exotic leather.

The face of the phone sports a 5.5-inch touchscreen display. On the inside, it is powered by a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon CPU, packing 3 GB RAM and 64 GB storage. This beast of a phone wears the skin of elegance and promises a battery life of 250 hours (we’re guessing on standby). A state-of-the-art encryption will ensure that calls between two Goldvish phones are securely made.

It goes without saying that a piece as luxurious as the Goldvish Eclipse will only be available in limited numbers. You can pick the Eclipse in a number of styles ranging from an 18-karat gold frame to pave diamond surfaces with custom engravings.

The limited edition phones will retail at prices starting from $7,700. The company has promised that more variants and styles will be added later this year.

6. Vertu Aster Collection

(Price: $6,780)

Display: 4.7 inch| Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 Quad-core 2.3 GHz | Front Camera: 2.1megapixels | Resolution: 1080 x 1920 pixels | RAM: 2 GB| OS: Android | Storage: 64 GB |Rear Camera: 13 megapixel  

An aster, for those who don’t know, is a pretty, daisy-like flower. It’s attractive and colorful, but not particularly rare, nor does it really stand out in the world of plants. In the UK, it’s a relatively common sight, and therefore not the name one would expect extravagant luxury smartphone brand Vertu to choose for its latest model.

Android 4.4.2 is installed on the Aster, and it’s almost standard, aside from a selection of Vertu’s own apps. Noticeable due to their classy black and white icons, the standouts are Concierge, Certainty, and Life. Concierge is Vertu’s personal assistant service, and it’s the full experience; you’ll speak to the same person whenever you call. It’s free for the first year, and a major benefit of ownership.

Certainty offers secure calls, messages, and a global Wi-Fi access pass. Vertu Life lists the events and exclusive offers which are available to owners. In a way, Life gives you a glimpse into what it’s really like have the means to own a Vertu. The phone kept offering me the chance to book a test flight in an Albatros training jet, or buy an exclusive Patek Phillipe watch, It’s all very cool, and one phone call to the Concierge secures whatever has taken your fancy.

There is some dead weight, such as the Recommended Apps and shortcut link to Vertu.com, and sadly they can’t be deleted, only hidden. There’s 64GB of internal storage memory, and just under 3GB is used when the phone arrives. Pre-installed wallpapers include those which match the leather on the phone, and a very attractive 3D wallpaper, which moves and flows as you scroll through the home pages. Vertu’s classic analog clock has also been given a 3D option, complete with a tiny 3D moon-phase indicator.

7. Tonino Lamborghini 88 Tauri    (Price: $6,000)

Display: 5 inch| Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 2.3 GHz| Front Camera: 8 megapixels | Resolution: 1080 x 1920 pixels | RAM: 3 GB| OS: Android 4.4 | Storage: 32 GB |Rear Camera: 20 megapixel | Battery Capacity: 3400mAh

Tonino Lamborghini is a premium brand that creates luxury accessories. The company is named after its founder Tonino Lamborghini, the son of the famed auto designer Ferruccio Lamborghini. In 1981, he founded the ‘Tonino Lamborghini Style and Accessories’ company for the creation of luxury accessories and design projects with the ‘raging Bull’ brand. The company has also released Android smartphones.

Tonino Lamborghini 88 Tauri smartphone was launched in December 2014. The phone comes with a 5.00-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 1080 pixels by 1920 pixels.

The Tonino Lamborghini 88 Tauri is powered by 2.3GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor and it comes with 3GB of RAM. As far as the cameras are concerned, the Tonino Lamborghini 88 Tauri packs a 20-megapixel primary camera on the rear and a 8-megapixel front shooter for selfies.

The Tonino Lamborghini 88 Tauri runs Android 4.4 and is powered by a 3400mAh non removable battery.

The Tonino Lamborghini 88 Tauri is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Micro-SIM and Micro-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, 3G and 4G. Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor and Gyroscope.

8. Aston Martin Racing 808           (Price: $6,000)

Display: 4.7 inch| Processor:  Quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor clocked at 2.5GHz| |Resolution: 1280 x 720 pixels | RAM: 2 GB| OS: Android 5.0| Storage: 32 GB |Rear Camera: 13 megapixel | Battery Capacity: 2000mAh

Want to be a British superspy but can't exactly afford an Aston Martin supercar? How about something less expensive, such as this licensed Aston Martin Racing 808 smartphone, with a starting price tag of $6,000. Sure, it's a good deal cheaper than a supercar, but it's still quite a hefty amount for a smartphone, and that's really only for the base model. If you're feeling up to splurging, an 18-karat gold and diamond version can be purchased for a whopping $30,000.

Jaw-dropping price aside, the phone's hardware is, sadly, a little less inspired by Aston Martin's supercars and their secret-agent-level performance. The phone features a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor clocked at 2.5GHz, a middling 2GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard storage. While the 4.7-inch display only has a 1,280x720-pixel resolution, it uses an expensive sapphire glass screen for protection.

Other specs include a 13-megapixel rear camera, a 2,000mAh battery and dual-SIM LTE support. The AMR 808 runs Android 5.0, which appears to be the stock version of Google's mobile software. Beyond a gimmicky wallpaper that says "Engine start" but obviously does nothing of the sort, there's no bundled software.

While the phone's specifications are lackluster at best, the AMR 808 does have a pretty nice finish, even on the prototype model, the entire rear is clad in leather, which is comfortable to hold. The phone's frame is made of metal, which should prove sturdy in the event you accidentally drop it. The top speaker of the phone is wrapped in a ceramic shell, which the manufacturer claims will help reduce radiation and is supposedly a lot more comfortable for listening.

9. Gresso Regal Gold

(Price: $6000)

Display: 5 inch| Processor: Quad core 1.5 GHz| Front Camera: 5 megapixels | Resolution: 1080 x 1920 pixels | RAM: 2 GB| OS: Android | Storage: 32 GB |Rear Camera: 13 megapixel  

Well known luxury smartphone maker Gresso has added a new device to its Regal series. It's called Gresso Regal Gold, and, like most of this company's offerings, it's going to be a limited edition.

Only 999 units will be made, each one coming with an 18K yellow gold insert onto which that phone's individual number will be engraved. You can choose which number you want, by the way.

The Regal Gold is styled to look like a bar of gold, so that it never looks outdated. The case is made from golden PVD-coated titanium, a technique often used by Swiss luxury watchmakers because it increases resistance to scratches.

The case is actually produced from a grade 5 solid titanium plate, which is widely used in the aerospace industry. The machining and milling process takes 8 hours to create each 8.8mm thin Gresso Regal Gold.

Its back panel comes with directional polishing, which takes an additional 3 hours to manually perform. Each handset is made by a single craftsman.

Of course, the Regal Gold is also a smartphone. It runs Android, though it's unclear which exact version. It boasts a 5-inch 1080p touchscreen with Gorilla Glass, a 13 MP rear camera with LED flash, a 5 MP selfie snapper, 2GB of RAM, and 32GB of storage.

It's powered by an unnamed 1.5 GHz quad-core processor, has 3G support but no 4G, and should last for a maximum of 6 hours talk time and 300 hours standby time.

If you're interested in picking one up, Gresso will gladly help you out, so long as you agree to part with no less than $6,000 in return. Oh, and at this price you even get free worldwide shipping.

10. Mobiado Grand Touch EM Marble (Price: $3,100)

Display: 4-inch| Processor: Single core, 1000 MHz, ARM Cortex-A8| Front Camera: 0.3 megapixels | Resolution: 480 x 800 pixels | RAM: 0.5GB| OS: Android | Storage: 16 GB |Rear Camera: 5 megapixel | Battery Capacity: 1500mAh

It is only recently that luxury mobile phone makers have started making handsets with relatively newer hardware and software specifications and the Grand Touch was Mobiado first handset with Android OS. The phone is based on Samsung’s Nexus S smartphone and both the handsets share all the hardware and software elements; none of it have been altered. There is little doubt that the Nexus S is a solid product and there is nothing wrong with it.

The only problem is that it has become a little old now and though most of the current apps are compatible and work, it might become a problem sometime in the future.

Under the hood, it features a 1 GHz Cortex-A8 processor and runs on Android 4.1 Jellybean; but it won’t get any more updates and isn’t upgradable to Android 4.2 or higher. It features an ordinary 5MP camera on the rear and a VGA shooter on the front for video calling.

Another possible shortcoming of the handset is that it doesn’t have 4G but it isn’t a problem in India as of now. It might not have the latest hardware and software but as a luxury smartphone, it has enough features to get you through will all the basic necessities.