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The worlds of fashion and technology rarely mix, but when they do they can create something beautiful. This is certainly the case with the recent collaboration between Sony Ericsson and Dolce & Gabbana, a union that has resulted in a truly fashionista-worthy mobile phone.

This is the fashion house’s second foray into telephone design and follows on from their hugely popular gold Motorola RAZR. Their newest offering has been christened the “Jalou” phone, derived from the French word for jealousy, and it is certain to raise some envious glances.

Following a jewel-like theme, the phone’s design has been inspired by the multiple facets of cut gemstones. Normal versions of the telephone will be available in onyx black, aquamarine and amethyst, but any fashion follower worth their salt will be clamouring after the exclusive and much coveted D&G edition. This comes in Sparkling Rose, will be trimmed with 24-carat gold plating and even has its own special wireless headset.

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The luxury phone maker Vertu has granted designer Norihiko Inoue to conceptualize their next handset.

The phone is complimented by hollow shelves that delicately incorporate all keys and support the frame of the crystal display.

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InsideLux regularly reports on some of the world’s most luxurious phones, but rarely these include major brands such as Samsung.  InsideLux is pleased to reveal the world’s thinnest wristband based mobile phone which is to be released in Europe and the US later this year.

The S9110 is to include the following specifications:

- Fully touch operated
- Under 12mm deep
- Operating frequency 900 / 1800MHz ( not 3G )
- 1.76 inch touchscreen
- 40MB of internal memory
- Bluetooth
- Speech recognition included
- Built in speaker phone
- Leather wrist strap and stainless steel body

The exact price has not been determined, but experts believe it will cost in the region of $500.

There is no doubt that iPhone is the leader in the luxury communication industry. Will all the bells, whistles, mesmerizing new touch screen and voice recognition technology, Apple stepped it one more level to include exclusiveness to 500 lucky Apple customers. 24k gold will envelope the new iPhone and a little golden apple encrusted with .20 carat brilliant cut diamonds will be showcased on the back.  The price has yet to be unveiled but with such a limited supply, I can only imagine the crème de la crop having any chance is purchasing one.

Last night, super-site, NET-A-PORTER , Roland Mouret and Apple App took one small step for man, one giant leap for fashion.

Gathering together at an event in London, the teams discussed how the partnership will see the new App, fittingly named NETAPP, feed consumers with a constant update of the latest collections, and allow them to purchase their coveted pieces at the touch of a button.

NET-A-PORTER was launched nearly a decade ago and was considerably the first online luxury fashion boutique ,so it is therefore, no surprise that Natalie Massenet, founder of N.A.P, is eager to be involved it yet another advance between technology and fashion.

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Givori a Luxury phone accessories company specializing in mobile art has launched its new collection Via Veneto using never before used materials such as authentic full grain Italian leather.

The new collection inspired by the famous opulent shopping street in Rome is exclusive to Nokia 8800 Sapphire Arte phones.

The collection features authentic full grain Italian leather hand-finished with delicate metallic foil, creating a high-end look unique to the Givori brand, 18 karat Italian rose gold plating and exclusive 0.3 karat diamonds.
The Via Veneto collection comes in two editions; classic and exclusive.

Vertu has added a new phone to its popular Ascenti Ti collection named Vertu Ascent Ti Damascus Steel. Built using an “ancient steel forging” technique that increases the strength and hardness of the metal; the Ti Damascus Steel comes hand-etched, the same technique used to make Samurai and Indian Wootz swords.

Technical specification

QVGA display
S40 UI
GSM/UMTS connectivity
3.2MP camera with LED flash
4GB of internal memory.

Only 100 units of the Ascent Ti Damascus Steel will be made available through Vertu stores.

Luxury Designer Alexander Amosu has launched a series of luxury phone cases. Starting with BlackBerry phones, the new Amosu luxury phone cases are handmade and stitched using exotic materials like crocodile, python, ostrich and lizard.

The phone cases are available in a range of colors and finishes and can be custom made to the owner’s requirements; for example buyers can have their names embossed in the leather with fine craftsmanship and sophisticated styling.

The Amosu phone cases are now available at www.amosu.co.uk priced at £400 ($650).