World's Super (long) Phone?

Finally, a mobile phone that bucks the trend. For those sick and tired of claims like "the smallest", "the thinnest", "the lightest" from mobile manufacturers, here comes a handset that touts itself as "the longest". Exactly how long? Well, designer Tamer Koseli doesn't say, but his Super Phone certainly doesn't look pocket-friendly.

The idea behind the extra long design? There's more screen estate naturally, which means there's plenty of room for touchscreen functionality. There are, in fact, two displays: One OLED that shows basic info, the other for scrolling. And from the pictures, while there's no digital camera onboard, there appears to be an expansion slot of some sort. Unfortunately, until this Super (long) Phone gets made commercially, it's a claim that's likely to remain an empty boast.

Via Yanko Design

Touch Diamond priced for Asia--cheaper than Cruise

The HTC Touch Diamond was first announced in Europe earlier this month, and in its press release the company said the device will be available worldwide this quarter. Today, HTC officially announced the new PDA-phone for Singapore and gave it a retail price of S$1,098 (US$809).

Hitting the stores in June, the Diamond will debut at S$100 less than the Touch Cruise which was launched at S$1,198. Considering their feature sets, it's inconceivable that the Cruise should be priced higher than the Diamond. We expect that HTC will have to make some price cuts soon, so look out for that. The rest of Asia Pacific will also be getting the Diamond in June. As of now, CNET Asia blogger Victor Cheung has already informed us of its impending Hong Kong release, and you shouldn't have to wait long for your local HTC office to make a similar announcement.

Dior phone will come with a "Mini-Me"

The rumored Christian Dior phone we mentioned the other day is apparently a reality, and there's no surprise that it's being created by ModeLabs. Not only is the boutique handset manufacturer based in Paris, but it also has become something of the phone maker to the stars, having contracted with the likes of Hummer, Tag Heuer, and Levi's to develop their own branded blowers.

Information on specs for the "My Dior" remain elusive, as does the timing of its release, except that it has "all the regular features of a cellphone--a touch screen, a camera, ring tones," according to the Wall Street Journal. That's not terribly encouraging given the expected price of US$5,000. But to be fair, the cost includes two phones: The main handset and a "minature phone barely bigger than a USB key." The latter supposedly clips to the outside of a bag and connects with its larger sibling inside, avoiding the need to rummage around frantically when it's ringing. Yeah, that's what we were thinking too.

Via CNET Crave | Credit: Christian Dior

Would you buy a gold iPhone for US$6,000?

Readers are always asking, justifiably so, who in their right minds would buy a gold or diamond- studded gadget. (The operative phrase here is "right minds," of course.) But ours is not to question why.

What we do know, if this eBay auction is any indication, is that some people are willing to pay thousands of dollars for a 24k gold iPhone--presuming that the bids are authentic. The auction, tracked by Gizmodo, drew 69 bids and ended with a sale price of US$6,000 last night.

The phone itself is unlocked and of the 16GB variety, apparently from an outfit appropriately dubbed iCandyPhones. The winner's handle wasn't disclosed, perhaps for fear of ridicule by his or her friends.

Via CNET Crave | Credit: iCandyPhones

Watch phone with numeric pad

About a month back, Mike Yamamoto blogged about the WM2 watch phone with a numeric keypad which retails for about US$470. Because we are Asian and in general, more frugal (aka cheapskate), the CECT Wrist from SpecialPhones.eu, at US$290, caught our attention.

Other features of this gadget include a 1.3-inch touchscreen display, FM radio and Bluetooth connectivity. Though US$180 cheaper than the Netherlands-based site which Mike featured, it's still a little expensive given it's more a novelty than something for practical use. Also note that not all the specifications are similar. For example, the CECT Wrist has a tri-band GSM radio while the WM2 has a quad-band one.

Though dialing has been made easier, we also have to remind you that talking into your wrist still makes you look like an idiot. So unless you are wearing a yellow fedora and trench coat like Dick Tracy, use the bundled Bluetooth headset.

Via OhGizmo!

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