Only 19 units of Caviar’s Lionel Messi-themed Galaxy Fold 8 Ultra are available worldwide, with the 256 GB model priced at US$13,130 or Rp235.6 million. The limited production places the device in the luxury collectible category rather than the conventional premium smartphone market.
A separate Cristiano Ronaldo-themed model is also limited to 19 units. Based on the 256 GB iPhone 17 Pro, the CR7 edition carries a price of US$11,410 or Rp204.7 million.
| Edition | Base Phone | Storage | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Messi | Samsung Galaxy Fold 8 Ultra | 256 GB | US$13,130 or Rp235.6 million |
| CR7 | iPhone 17 Pro | 256 GB | US$11,410 or Rp204.7 million |
The Messi edition is the more expensive of the two models, despite their similar collector-focused concept. Both are built around football identity, national-team colours, 24-karat gold detailing, and highly restricted availability.
Argentina Identity on the Messi Model
The Messi special edition phone uses white and light blue, colours associated with Argentina’s national team. Its rear panel features a portrait of Messi, his number 10, and an Argentina team symbol.
Caviar used cloisonné enamel to create the coloured details on the handset. The technique uses coloured glass heated within wire frames to build elements of a metal design.
Its 24-karat gold treatment extends beyond small decorative details. The material also covers the phone frame and the outlines of the rear design, reinforcing its status as a luxury collectible.
Portugal Colours for the CR7 Edition
The CR7 special edition phone presents a portrait of Cristiano Ronaldo alongside his number 7. Red and green dominate the design, reflecting the colours of Portugal’s national team.
Cloisonné enamel is again used to assemble the Portuguese colour treatment on the iPhone 17 Pro version. Its frame and other visual accents also receive 24-karat gold decoration.
The shirt numbers serve as direct identifiers across the two devices. Messi is represented by number 10 and Argentina imagery, while Ronaldo is represented by number 7 and Portugal’s colour palette.
Linked to the 2026 World Cup
The two phones were introduced around the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup 2026. That timing gives the release added context, as the tournament has been described as a potential final global competition for both players.
CNBC Indonesia, citing Gizmochina, reported that Caviar phones were designed as extremely limited editions. The cap of 19 units for each model is a defining difference from the standard smartphones used as their base.
Caviar selected premium devices from two separate brands for the football-themed releases. The Galaxy Fold 8 Ultra serves as the Argentina-themed platform, while the iPhone 17 Pro carries the Portugal-inspired interpretation.
The pricing indicates that these devices are aimed at collectors rather than buyers seeking a standard high-end handset. Their appeal combines personal design, 24-karat gold, limited production, and the timing of the release.
