# 24 Carat Gold iPod By Hobbyist | Published 2007-04-23 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-ipod-in-pure-24-carat-gold-as-precious-as-your-music References: [gearlog](http://www.gearlog.com/2007/04/24carat_gold_ipod.php) For $600 and $800 you can have your own iPod plated in 24-carat gold - proving that your music is as precious to you as gold. The [iPods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipod-classic-iphone-17-case) currently available in gold include the 8GB Nano and the 30GB or 80GB iPod Video. **Implications** - Today's prestige-obsessed consumer can appreciate any opportunity to boast their ability to spend, especially in the midst of a credit crunch. Over indulgence is the antidote to all of the rationing and careful financial considerations consumers have to take in the recession, causing a boom in [excessively opulent products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huawei-mate-xt-ultimate-design-gold-dragon) such as this [24-carat gold iPod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caviar-iphone-16-pro). Though some may see this as pointless, this iPod is a must have for consumers looking to flash their cash. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Excessively Opulent Products:** Creating products that cater to the desire of consumers to showcase their wealth and luxury, even in uncertain economic times. - **Prestige-obsessed Consumer:** Identifying and targeting consumers who value and prioritize prestige and exclusivity in their purchase decisions. - **Credit Crunch Indulgence:** Developing products that provide an escape from financial constraints and offer a sense of luxury and extravagance in spite of economic challenges. ### Who This Affects Most - **Luxury Electronics:** Exploring the production of high-end electronic devices that incorporate luxurious materials to meet the demand for exclusive and extravagant products. - **Fashion and Accessories:** Creating luxury fashion items and accessories that highlight wealth and status, allowing consumers to showcase their financial success. - **Personal Luxury Goods:** Capitalizing on the need for consumers to indulge in opulent and extravagant products, such as 24-carat gold iPods, as a statement of their financial well-being. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gold-Plated Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/24k-gold-plated-toothbrush.md) - [18K Gold VR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-vision-pro-cvr-edition.md) - [Ultra-Luxe Rhinestone Earphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glam-earpods-holder.md) - [Gold-Plated Hi-Fi Audio Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-sony-walkmans.md) - [Luxe Diamond Watch Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-concept.md) - [Gold-Detailed Luxe Soundbars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dione-opra-de-paris.md) - [Nostalgic Music-Inspired Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imirror.md) - [Retro Music Device-Inspired Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drought.md) - [Luxurious Jewelry-Like Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyerdynamic-xelento.md)