Rich material, cheap technical features

Apr 16, 2007 07:32 GMT  ·  By

Inspired by the precious gold, Nokia just unveiled the Nokia 8800 Sirocco Gold, a boldly release indeed. Encased in a luxurious 18-carat gold plating, the precisely crafted Nokia 8800 Sirocco Gold combines a cool design with a contemporary flair, resulting in an exclusive display of personal style and elegance.

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.

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. A smooth sliding mechanism reveals a 2 Megapixel camera and the intuitive and ergonomic keypad. Further "inner beauty" highlights of the Nokia 8800 Sirocco Gold include a stunning color screen that supports up to 262K colors, and a wide array of messaging functionalities. The elegance of the Nokia 8800 Sirocco Gold is also complemented by a coordinating desk stand and color-matching Bluetooth headset.

"The Nokia 8800 Sirocco Gold is set to continue Nokia's strong legacy in exclusive and highly desirable style accessories," explains Heikki Norta, Senior Vice President, Mobile Phones, Nokia. "The Nokia 8800 Sirocco Gold remains true to the "form follows function" mantra of Nokia designers and engineers - a tradition built upon decades of experience in mobility."

The Nokia 8800 Sirocco Gold is now available on select markets, with an estimated retail price of EUR 1000, before taxes or subsidies.