# Midas Touch Mobiles The 18-Carat Gold BlackBerry Torch Makes the Smartphone Even Smarter By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-01-31 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/18-carat-gold-blackberry-torch References: [bornrich](http://www.bornrich.com/entry/alexander-amosu-unveils-the-8000-solid-gold-blackberry-torch-handset/) & [amosu](http://www.amosu.co.uk/index.php?lng=1) With plenty of [affordable intelligent cellphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorola-g77) on the market, what do you get when you're filthy rich? The 18-Carat Gold [BlackBerry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unihertz-titan-2) Torch! Tricked out by Alexander Amosu, this luxury handheld device has a shiny new 38g golden sheath. It will soon be available in pink gold and rose, but if you've still got money to burn after this purchase, the mobile phone can even be [custom-fit with diamonds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brilliant-collection). Including an international concierge, engraved logo and name personalization, with a matching python or crocodile case, the 18-Carat Gold BlackBerry Torch could be yours if you've got at over $12,000 at hand. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Luxury Tech:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create customized luxury versions of popular smartphones to cater to the high-end market. - **Exclusive Personalization:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer personalized smartphone options such as engraving, custom fit cases, and international concierge services to provide a unique user experience. - **Precious Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of rare and valuable materials like gold, diamonds, and exotic skins in designing luxury smartphones, merging technology with high fashion. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Luxury Goods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partner with luxury brands to create exclusive smartphone editions that showcase opulence and craftsmanship. - **Personalization Services:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer tailored smartphone personalization services targeting affluent individuals seeking unique and luxurious tech accessories. - **Jewelry and Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with jewelry and accessory companies to create smartphone designs that incorporate precious materials and elevate the aesthetic appeal. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gilded Folding Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huawei-mate-xt-ultimate-design-gold-dragon.md) - [Gilded Valentine's Day Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caviar-iphone-16-pro.md) - [Opulent Alligator Leather Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertu-agent-q.md) - [Luxurious Smartphone Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-iphone-15-pro-max.md) - [Electric Vehicle Component Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caviar-iphone-13-pro-electro.md) - [Luxury Bespoke Smartphones Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-2g.md) - [Pinkish Toy-Inspired Tech Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caviar-barbiecore-collection.md) - [Pink Socialite Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razr-plus-1.md) - [Premium Crystal-Adorned Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brilliant-collection.md)