From diamond studded iPhones to luxurious Platinum boxes: 5 most expensive phones in the world

Smartphones are usually about how well it can be put to use, including camera quality, speed, battery life, but for a select few, they’re also about luxury, status, and exclusivity. While most of us are happy with the latest iPhone or Android flagship, there’s a whole other world of ultra-luxurious phones designed for billionaires, royalty, and high-end collectors. These devices go far beyond specs. These phones are covered in gold, diamonds, and what not. Despite being studded with these expensive metals, they still make calls and run apps, but that’s almost beside the point. These are status symbols, conversation starters, and collectibles all rolled into one sleek, sparkly package. Here are some of the most expensive smartphones in the world according to Vertu.At $48.5 million, this phone is the most expensive ever made. The Falcon Supernova iPhone 6 Pink Diamond is wrapped in 24-carat gold with a huge pink diamond set into the back. Buyers can choose from rose gold or platinum finishes, adding to the exclusivity. It also features a special coating to protect against scratches. Only one of these phones exists in the world, making it a true collector’s gem and the ultimate statement of wealth.Created by luxury designer Stuart Hughes, the iPhone 5 Black Diamond is valued at $15 million. What makes it so expensive? A solid gold body, over 600 white diamonds, and a rare black diamond embedded in the home button. It’s not just about looks, it’s a fully functioning iPhone 5. This phone is for those who want everyday usability along with extravagant luxury, and it’s a personal jewel you can carry in your pocket.This $9.4 million masterpiece is a mix of technology with extravagant detail. The Stuart Hughes iPhone 4S Elite Gold has a case made from 24-carat gold and is adorned with 500 flawless diamonds. Even the Apple logo is studded with 53 diamonds. But its most outstanding detail is that it comes in a chest made from platinum and dinosaur bone fragments.With a soft rose gold body and 500 hand-set diamonds along the edges, the iPhone 4 Diamond Rose is a $8 million luxury item like no other. It also features a diamond-studded Apple logo and a rare pink diamond as its home button. Only two units of this phone exist globally. While it works like any other iPhone 4.Blending classic iPhone design with ultra-high-end materials, the Goldstriker iPhone 3GS Supreme costs $3.2 million. It features a 22-carat gold casing, 136 diamonds on the frame, and a 7.1-carat diamond in the home button. The packaging alone, comes in a granite box lined with leather, shows it’s built for collectors. While the phone itself is outdated in terms of tech, it stands as a golden example of how smartphones can become art, collectibles, and investments in luxury lifestyles.