President Obama and First Lady Michelle met with Queen Elizabeth II today in her private quarters. The Queen gave Obama a picture of herself, and President Obama gave the Queen an iPod.
Does the man know no limits to cool? The Queen loves Youtube.com, proven by the launch of her own channel and is said to enjoy watching viral videos too. The iPod given to her by the Obamas was loaded with images and video of the Queen’s visit to the U.S.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Personalized Gadget Gifting
- As seen with Obama's gift to Queen Elizabeth, gifting technologically advanced gadgets that reflect the recipient's interests and preferences has the potential for high impact.
- Royalty-inspired Media Curation
- Curating media that caters to the interests of royals, such as the Queen's love for viral videos and Youtube.com, creates a unique opportunity for content creators.
- Incorporating Technology in Tradition
- As exemplified by the Queen receiving an iPod, juxtaposing technology with tradition can be a disruptive innovation opportunity.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Gadget Manufacturing
- Manufacturing companies can utilize the trend of personalized gadget gifting by developing tailored, advanced gadgets for individuals and institutions alike.
- Media Production and Curation
- Curating and producing media that caters to specific interests of individuals or institutions, such as royalty, has the potential for high impact.
- Luxury and Cultural Tourism
- Integrating technology into traditionally non-technological tourism experiences, like royalty-inspired tours, can be a disruptive opportunity for luxury tour operators.
