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Technology has given birth to many useful inventions which made our lives easier. Some of them are so awesomely cool that you can't wait to get your hands on them. A source of entertainment and a tool to get things done, these gadgets have now become must-haves for many. The recent recession hasn't seemed to dim the excitement of being able to own fabulous items on the market either. Listed below are some of the most lustrous gadgets you would just die for.

1. Diamond Crypto Smartphone

Diamond Crypto SmartphoneDiamond Crypto Smartphone, designed by luxury accessories maker Peter Aloisson

Opulence meets functionality with the Diamond Crypto Smartphone. Said to be the most expensive mobile phone ever made, this jeweled gadget is priced at a staggering $1.3 million. Luxury accessories designer, Peter Aloisson, is the brains behind this beauty. With a panel decorated with 50 diamonds, of which 10 are rare blue stones, parts of it have been crafted out of rose gold.

We mentioned functionality too, right? Well, the Crypto Smartphone comes equipped with encryption technology for maximum security. Like a gadget out of a spy thriller, the phone secures the user's identity and also contains data on racketeers, corrupt officials and kidnapping. Based on Windows CE OS, the phone can store up to 4,000 phone numbers and displays images in high resolution.

2. Gold USB Stick

Gold USB StickThe Gold Bar USB Drive has all of 4GB of memory.

This next item isn't made out of precious metals or stones but it looks good, nonetheless. With 4GB memory, the 'gold' gadget is retractable so you don't have to worry about losing the cap. Shaped like a brick, it is a hi-speed USB 2.0 certified device with Plug and Play capability. With a dimension of 55×23x12mm, the USB stick supports Windows 2000, XP, Vista and Mac OS.

3. Diamond encrusted GameBoy

Diamond encrusted GameBoyIt is made from 18k solid gold, with diamond accents on the control buttons

Priced at an impressive $25,000, the diamond encrusted GameBoy is one lustrous device. Made out of 18k gold and a screen bordered by a row of diamonds, the gadget is certainly meant for the rich. It was commissioned by Aspreys of London who have also added a few free games on purchase of the device. Of course, the not-so-rich may wonder why anyone would want to shell out that kind of money for a mere GameBoy, but that's something only the well-to-do can answer.

4. The world's most expensive computer mouse

The World's Most Expensive Computer MouseAlmost entirely made out of 18k white-gold, and has 59 brilliant cut diamonds

Sleek and stylish, this computer mouse is set with 59 diamonds. As if that weren't enough, you can choose from three different casings – yellow, white and red 18k gold. You can also choose from two designs, the 'Diamond Flower' and the 'Scattered Diamond'. At $26,730, it has been designed by Swizz company Pat Says Now. In terms of functionality, it works like any ordinary mouse, supporting 800 dpi resolution and connecting via USB or PS2.

5. Presidential MP3 Player

Presidential MP3 PlayerEye-offending mp3 player from Douglas J.

The Presidential MP3 Player from Douglas J is encrusted with many of these precious stones and costs a whopping $50,000. You can order it to be crafted out of either yellow or white gold after which it gets delivered right to you. With this gadget, you will receive a membership to an elite club of people and a DJ community. With an OLED display, 1GB memory and video support, it isn't that different from other ordinary players. File formats supported are WMA, ASF, WAV, MP1, MP2, MP3, MPX and AV.

6. Diamond-encrusted iPod earphone

Diamond-encrusted iPod earphoneThe 18 carat gold and diamond studded earphones

Around $5,000 can get you a pair of diamond encrusted iPod earphones. Designed by Belgian, Casa Gi, each earphone has 59 diamonds all set in 18k gold. Though heavier than ordinary earphones, they're said to be pretty comfortable to sport. They come with a white colored wire which can be jacked up to PCs and MP3 players.

7. Yalos Diamond LCD TV

Yalos Diamond LCD TVThe most expensive TV in the world

Rumored to be the costliest TV in the world, the Yalos diamond LCD television is priced at an eye popping $130,000. More expensive than many automobiles, the 40-inch TV has been designed by Neapolitan Keymat Industrie s.p.a. 160 diamonds are set in plated white gold, enough to make anyone stop in their tracks. It functions well too, with a resolution of 1080i and 720p.

8. Vertu Signature Cobra

Vertu Signature CobraCobrara is the king of the snakes and so is Vertu Signature Cobra the king of the cell phones.

Not the prettiest, maybe, but the Vertu Signature Cobra is certainly expensive at $310,000. 439 rubies and 2 emeralds make up the cobra that coils around two large diamonds. Crafted by French jeweler Boucheron, the phone isn't for everyone, but you can't deny that it is lustrous.

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