# $108,880 iPhone Shells Pimp Out Your Mobile With GnG's Gold & Diamond Case By Shelby Lee Walsh | Published 2009-05-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-shell-gng References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/gng-designs-108880-most-expensive-iphone-shell-for-the-insulated-uber-rich/) & [ilovegng](http://ilovegng.com/) For those of you who would like to add a little flash to your [iPhone 3G](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-14-ultra-concept), German label GnG has created a luxury phone cover that is comprised of 18-carat gold and then filled with [200 diamonds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loewe-and-jacob-co). On top of that there are a staggering 400 more diamonds on the customizable logo itself. The paper-thin shell may be small, but its price tag is not. Expect to be paying around $108,880 for this decadent [luxury iPhone shell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dbrand-tank-case). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Luxury Mobile Phone Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop high-end mobile phone accessories with exclusive materials and intricate designs. - **High-end Customization:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer personalized customization options for luxury technology products, allowing customers to create unique and one-of-a-kind designs. - **Exclusivity and Status Symbol:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create limited edition luxury phone accessories that cater to the desire for exclusivity and serve as status symbols. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Goods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Employ innovative materials and designs to create luxury goods for affluent consumers. - **Technology Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop high-end accessories that enhance the aesthetic appeal and functionality of technology devices. - **Jewelry and Precious Metals:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine jewelry craftsmanship and technology to create exclusive accessories using precious metals and gemstones. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxe Diamond Watch Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-concept.md) - [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) - [Luxury Bespoke Smartphones Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-2g.md) - [Opulent Smartphone Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gray-alter-ego-iphone-13-case.md) - [Diamond Smartwatch Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-concept-1.md) - [Ultra-Luxe Rhinestone Earphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glam-earpods-holder.md) - [Luxurious Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-iphone-case1.md) - [Electric Vehicle Component Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caviar-iphone-13-pro-electro.md)