Vertu unveils AI-powered foldable phone for CEOs starting at $6,880
Original: Vertu wants CEOs to run companies from an AI foldable starting at $6,880
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Represents emerging market for AI-powered enterprise mobile devices in luxury segment
Luxury smartphone maker Vertu launched the Alphafold, an AI-powered foldable phone targeting executives. Starting at $6,880 for calfskin version, with premium models up to $46,800, it features Hermes Agent for enterprise integration.
Vertu unveiled the Alphafold foldable smartphone with AI agent capabilities designed for business executives. The device starts at $6,880 for the calfskin version, with luxury models featuring alligator leather, 18K gold, and diamonds. The phone includes Hermes Agent, built on Nous Research's open-source project, which connects to enterprise systems like ERP and CRM for tasks including approvals, scheduling, and reporting through natural language. The device routes requests across multiple AI models including GPT, Claude, and Gemini, integrating with over 80 apps. CEO Molly Ma said existing smartphone AI focuses on consumer tools, leaving room for enterprise workflows. The Alphafold includes a proprietary A5 security chip to isolate authentication and enterprise data from the main OS.