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Caviar launches wild iPhone 17 Pro with Geiger counter, titanium body, and Swiss watch

A $13,000 iPhone that measures radiation flips luxury tech on its head.

By · Published August 30, 2026 at 04:04 UTC · Updated August 30, 2026 at 15:53 UTC

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Source diversity sample: Notebookcheck · The Mac Observer · Android Headlines · Gizmochina.

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📍 Aftermath

Caviar introduced a specialized version of the iPhone 17 Pro, which included a built-in Geiger counter, a titanium body, and a Swiss watch. The device was reported to be priced at over $13,000.

The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.

Epilogue added 4d ago, after coverage quieted.

Quick answers

What safety feature does the Caviar iPhone 17 Pro include?

It integrates a built‑in Geiger counter for radiation detection.

How is the device priced in the coverage?

Notebookcheck and The Mac Observer list it at $13,000, while Android Headlines reports $13,130.

What materials and design elements set this phone apart?

It features a titanium body and incorporates a Swiss watch component.

The brief

Caviar's iPhone 17 Pro, a high‑end device, includes a Geiger counter—a safety feature more typical of industrial gear. People may feel uneasy or intrigued by combining luxury with radiation detection.

The phone carries a price tag of $13,000 according to Notebookcheck and The Mac Observer, and $13,130 as reported by Android Headlines, while its titanium body and Swiss‑watch detailing amplify its exclusivity. Notebookcheck, The Mac Observer, Android Headlines and Gizmochina all note the built‑in Geiger counter, titanium chassis and Swiss‑watch element, framing the model as both a status symbol and a niche safety tool.

Coverage underscores the premium pricing and the surprising mix of luxury and functionality. Whether buyers will prioritize radiation monitoring over cost or view it as a novelty remains an open question.

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