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Vertu's $6,880 AI Agent: Luxury Foldable Fails to Justify Price

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from TechCrunch AI ·

Vertu's premium foldable phone includes a built-in AI agent for executives, but real-world testing reveals sluggish performance and limited utility. The device offers strong security and battery life, yet the AI features lag behind cheaper competitors. For $6,880, the AI agent feels more like a gimmick than a productivity tool.

Meridian48 take
Vertu's high price tag buys status, not substance—the AI agent is too slow and basic to command such a premium.
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