T. Tam
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Hi, Jon..thanks for the write-up
Jun 07, 2009,00:17 AM
Nice meeting you at dinner in NY last month and I enjoyed the opportunity to handle your Vertu in the metal. Good looking device, felt great in the hand with very precise and satisfying clicking of the keys.
The company is clearly making their mobile phone products in the same vein as luxury watch manufacturers. Still, for me, it would be difficult to give up the functionality of a modern day smartphone. Guess I'm just stuck carrying around a disposable piece of plastic.
Regards,
Tom
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Vertu Signature Review - Candid Perspectives from a Watch Lover
By: Z3 : June 6th, 2009-22:19
Vertu Signature - Candid Perspectives from a Watch Lover Introduction Mentioning to a random person the phone brand Vertu would most probably either result in 1) incomprehension, or 2) acknowledgement yet subtle ridicule. The former occurs because unlike ...
Hi, Jon..thanks for the write-up
By: T. Tam : June 7th, 2009-00:17
Nice meeting you at dinner in NY last month and I enjoyed the opportunity to handle your Vertu in the metal. Good looking device, felt great in the hand with very precise and satisfying clicking of the keys. The company is clearly making their mobile phon...
Thanks Tom.
By: Z3 : June 7th, 2009-20:44
Plastic phones certainly have their advantages (weight being a major one!). I always carry my blackberry.
Nice review, Jon!
By: dxboon : June 7th, 2009-00:30
It was very interesting to read your review, as I don't know anyone who actually owns a Vertu phone, so have never heard any end user comments about them. They have always seemed to be more about form than function, and your review reinforces that concept...
Since Vertu belongs to the Nokia company
By: Geo : June 7th, 2009-03:51
I wonder why Verty is not releasing a kinda communicator, like Nokia had a few years ago, the 9300 and 9500. (forget the current E90) These machine are very good with email and internet and even had FAX send and receive. The 9300 is smaller than most Vert...
I think it's a "philosophy"{ issue.
By: Z3 : June 7th, 2009-20:46
Making the phone as simple as possible, even though they COULD make it sophiscated. I tend to think of it as a replacement for a house phone. If you think like this, then you won't get disappointed=) Jon
Maybe try...
By: DRMW : June 7th, 2009-00:57
Hello Jon! Thanks for the hands on review. Maybe try to ask for a Mandarin speaking person next time and see if they can help or stop by a authorized dealer and see if you can send it in for reprogramming of the concierge button to that of the U.S. one. A...
Very nice phone
By: Geo : June 7th, 2009-03:26
and great read. I love these phones, especially the regular Ascent, which is also more affordable. And I know myself; I have been eying these machines for so long, one day I will have mine. Probably when I have canseled my landline and have the mobile pho...
Thanks for the review Jon
By: SJX : June 7th, 2009-03:36
Does it feel too heavy in the pocket? I carry my mobile in my pocket so heavy phones are a no-no. - SJX
Nice review Jon........
By: TonyR : June 7th, 2009-05:39
After seeing the phone in person I agree with your comments. I can appreciate the quality and workmenship of the phone but wouldn't consider purchasing one until they became upgradable. Thanks for the post. Tony
Thanks for the review Jon
By: AnthonyTsai : June 7th, 2009-15:48
I've never liked the unupgradeable feature of the Vertu and cause of it, I'd only buy one if I were filthy rich and money were no issue. The target client for the Vertu seems to be for the wealthy man who does not want to be bothered with the constant bar...
Two years in the phone world
By: thechief : June 7th, 2009-16:21
is like a century in other businesses. I got my new Palm Pre yesterday and it is great! I guess I will stick to the plastic stuff.
You got one?
By: DRMW : June 7th, 2009-16:26
Did you get the touchstone? Any heating issues with it? I'm thinking of getting one and very interested in your opinions. -MW
Thanks Anthony, for the kind words.
By: Z3 : June 7th, 2009-20:52
My life is simple and I really couldn't think of anything that would require Concierge... Perhaps I can ask them to get me the next Limited Edition AP ROO, at list price? Jon
Great Review!
By: patrick_y : June 7th, 2009-16:45
I shared many of your sentiments about the Vertu phone when it first debuted in 2002. Who in their right mind would buy such a phone? However, after seeing its seductive craftsmanship, I am somewhat warming up to the allure of the Vertu phone. I am one of...
Thanks Patrick for your response.
By: Z3 : June 7th, 2009-20:53
The Vertu, the Tag Heuer Meridiist, and the UN phone are all quite interesting. Check out some of the promotional videos of the Tag Heuer phone on youtube
Thanks for the review.
By: JerryW : June 7th, 2009-18:55
I have always wondered what the Vertu was like. For that kind of $$ the screws on the back should line up. I think a Palm Pre is in my future, I want all the options. Just waiting for the first reviews before I jump in, I hope it is a great phone. I miss ...
I just noticed the screw issue
By: Z3 : June 7th, 2009-20:50
Good eye! But the phone was banged around for a few years prior to its passing down to me. So maybe it got damaged? I will look into it. Thanks for bringing it up.
I used a Vertu ascent for many years...
By: micro : June 7th, 2009-23:38
All of my work comes through my phone and I was working very long hours, so this was a treat to myself that I have never regretted. As a phone it was fabulous, being a pleasure to hold and use, and many times more durable than any other phone of its time....
Hmmmmmmmm.....
By: Geo : June 8th, 2009-01:24
I am disappointed to hear that. One would think that a company like Vertu would do system upgrades frequently. A top phone like this should remain a top phone for at least 5 years. Geo
Hear hear...
By: Z3 : June 8th, 2009-07:01
The upgrade issue is a pain. But sounds like you've had a nice run with the Ascent=) Jon
This week I visited the Vertu Cannes Boutique
By: Geo : June 12th, 2009-00:06
and brought up the service issue. The lady informed me that software updated that can be done in the Boutique, so the ones that do not include change of hardware parts, are always free of charge. When the watch needs to be sent to England for repair, then...
Thanks for the info, Geo.
By: Z3 : June 12th, 2009-09:22
Software is the easy part. Upgrading hardware is the tough part and I feel that might be the reservation some people have... I mean, there is no way they can keep upgrading the hardware inside the same shell forever. Jon
Geat job on your review Jon !
By: jeff 325 : June 8th, 2009-16:50
Congrats on the the acquisition ! Enjoy using the phone while it still O.K. to be seen with it ! LOL!!!
Thanks Jon : it's a very useful post
By: Emmanuel H : June 12th, 2009-23:48
I've always wondered if a Vertu phone was worth it and your review gives me good answers. I currently own a Nokia E90 Communicator which is IMHO the best compromise between functionality and quality/finish. I spoke last year to a Vertu manager : he had tw...