Gold Nokia 8800 Sirocco Just £680 April 17, 2007

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So black and silver weren’t enough for you, eh? OK, Nokia thinks that you must be one of those people who need the glint of a better precious metal before you’ll part with your cash, which is why it’s announced a limited run of its already pricey Nokia 8800 Sirocco clad in 18-carat gold.

And all it wants from you is around £680 before tax. This is what the marketing blurb says [prepare to be PR’d]:

“Created with a dedication to perfection, the crafting of each Nokia 8800 Sirocco Gold draws from techniques mastered over hundreds of years by watchmakers and jewelers. Combining its heritage of highly desired communication devices with organic designs inspired by surfaces found in nature, the Nokia 8800 Sirocco Gold pays artful attention to the smallest details and selection of materials. A stunning achievement of craftsmanship, fine white gold accents enhance the 18-carat gold plating while the sapphire-coated, scratch-resistant glass display helps to ensure that the beauty of the Nokia 8800 Sirocco Gold endures.”

Are there actually people who’s spending juices respond to this nonsense? Obviously, I guess. At least 1,000 of them.-Martin Lynch

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