Caviar is turning the identities of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo into a limited luxury phone collection, with only 19 units planned. The Legends Collection combines football-inspired artwork, intricate enamel work and 24-carat gold detailing.
The release is positioned as memorabilia ahead of the end of the 2026 World Cup, when Messi and Ronaldo are expected to conclude their international careers. Rather than introducing new handset hardware, Caviar’s approach centres on exclusive exterior craftsmanship.
A Collector Release Rather Than a Hardware Upgrade
The customised phones retain the internal components and core features of their original Samsung and Apple models. Buyers are therefore receiving a visual reinterpretation of premium devices, not altered specifications.
The Messi edition is based on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. The Ronaldo editions use the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max.
| Edition | Base Device | Key Design Details | Main Colours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Messi | Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra | Messi portrait, number 10, Argentine symbols | White and light blue |
| Ronaldo | iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max | Ronaldo portrait, number 7, Portuguese emblem | Red and green |
The limited production number is a central part of the collection’s appeal. Caviar is presenting the devices as items for football fans and collectors who value the association with two major figures in the sport.
National Identity Shapes Each Design
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Messi edition is dominated by white and light blue, reflecting the colours of Argentina’s national team kit. A portrait of Messi and his number 10 occupy a prominent position on the rear panel.
Argentina’s national symbols also appear in the design. The device frame and decorative lines are finished with 24-carat gold plating.
Ronaldo’s version takes a different visual direction through the colours of Portugal’s flag. Red and green cover the rear design of the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max editions.
The phones feature a portrait of Cristiano Ronaldo, his number 7 and Portugal’s emblem. Caviar also adds a geometric patterned background and 24-carat gold accents around the frame.
Enamel Work and Special Packaging
Caviar uses cloisonné enamel for both versions in the Legends Collection. The technique is intended to preserve colour durability while maintaining the detailed visual elements on the device panels.
The dense artwork is a defining element of the project, incorporating portraits, shirt numbers and national emblems. These components distinguish the two editions while linking each player directly to his national identity.
According to gadget.viva.co.id, every buyer will receive a special unboxing experience. The sales package includes a gold-plated key and an exclusive coin bearing the Caviar brand.
Caviar has also confirmed plans for an Erling Haaland edition of the iPhone Ultra. That model is expected to enter production only after Apple holds its device launch in September.
For now, the Legends Collection remains focused on Messi and Ronaldo. Its 19-unit cap, gold detailing and football-led design place exclusivity at the centre of the release.