Vertu, the world's leading provider of luxury mobile phones, has launched Vertu TI, a new contemporary smartphone powered by Android. Based around a titanium case that has been used for its strength, elegance and low weight, Vertu TI also uses leather accents as well as the largest sapphire crystal screen ever engineered at 3.7 inches. The sapphire crystal renders the screen virtually scratch proof and it is tested to be four times stronger than other smart phones in terms of impact resistance. Vertu TI's titanium case is around five times stronger than other smart phones, deforming less than 1mm when a 500NM force is applied. The result is a phone that feels solid and beautifully crafted in the hand while offering unrivalled durability. Vertu TI combines distinctive Vertu design cues, such as the ceramic pillow and exposed watch screws, with a clean overall aesthetic, the result of which is a product that conveys a timeless elegance. VERTU TI is powered by Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich operating system, which in combination with the devices 1.7 GHz processor makes for an intuitive, highly reactive and enjoyable experience. Other features include an 8MP rear camera with auto focus and twin LED flash, a 1.3MP front facing Skype compliant camera, 64GB internal memory and secure near field communication technology. Massimiliano Pogliani, Vertu's Global Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, said, “Vertu TI is the most rounded product that we have ever designed. The new Android platform and elegant physical presence combined with Vertu's renowned curated benefits and services deliver a unique and exceptional proposition.” – SG
