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Engraved Olympian iPods

The Usain Bolt Gold iPod Touch is Worthy of a Gold Medal

— April 21, 2010 — Luxury
Jamaican Olympic Gold medalist Usain Bolt continues to build his brand with the release of a 24 karat gold limited edition 8GB iPod touch.

The Usain Bolt gold iPod touch is laser engraved with Bolt's signature and signature pose: “pulling of the bow.” The Usain Bolt gold iPod touch was created by Goldgenie, who will produce only 500 of the limited edition iPods.

Implications - Usain Bolt's signature has been in great demand ever since he began dominating the running track just over three years ago. Brands have wanted to use Bolt as a spokesman in addition to using his signature on their products. A great iPod and a fantastic runner.

Who will be making a bolt for the highly collectible Bolt-endorsed iPod touch?
Trend Themes
1. Celebrity-branded Products - The release of the Usain Bolt gold iPod touch shows the demand for limited edition products with celebrity endorsements, opening up opportunities for other athletes or celebrities to collaborate with brands.
2. Luxury Customization - The use of gold plating and laser engraving on the Usain Bolt gold iPod touch highlights the trend of luxury customization, presenting opportunities in industries such as fashion, technology, and interior design where personalized and high-end products are highly valued.
3. Limited Edition Collectibles - The production of only 500 units of the Usain Bolt gold iPod touch taps into the trend of limited edition collectibles, indicating a potential for other industries, such as art and memorabilia, to explore creating exclusive and highly sought-after products.
Industry Implications
1. Technology - The Usain Bolt gold iPod touch showcases the potential for the technology industry to collaborate with celebrities and create customized products that cater to the luxury market.
2. Fashion - The trend of luxury customization seen in the Usain Bolt gold iPod touch offers opportunities for the fashion industry to partner with celebrities and create personalized, high-end accessories or clothing pieces.
3. Art - The limited edition nature of the Usain Bolt gold iPod touch suggests the art industry could explore collaborating with celebrities to produce exclusive collectible items that merge artistry with popular culture.
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