The Nokia 8800 Gold Arte also offers the tap-for-time feature – consumers can tap the leather surface below the display twice and a clock appears on the screen. The turn-to-mute silencing mechanism – a hallmark of the range- allows individuals to silence incoming calls in a discrete manner by turning the phone over, screen-side down.

In addition to the 3G capabilities and 3.2 megapixel auto focus camera, the Nokia 8800 Gold Arte has a stunning OLED display and built-in memory of 4GB. Nokia’s anti-fingerprint coating reduces smudges on metal and glass and the unique all- in-one micro USB creates a seamless design experience.

The Nokia 8800 Gold Arte will be available in selected markets in Southeast Asia Pacific from Q2 2009 onwards.

Each handset will be accompanied by appropriate and official diamond grading report from a gemological lab. In addition, the handset can also be personalized with name, initials, lucky number, logo and almost about anything of your choice. The Diamond encrusted Nokia 8800 Sapphire Arte by Knalihs Athem has a starting price of US $20,000. Check out their site at www.athem.ch for more info.