2005: 24K Gold Nokia 8800 and Emmy Awards

A convergence of luxury technology and star-studded prestige

Introduction

In 2005, Goldgenie elevated a landmark smartphone into a symbol of luxury: a 24-carat gold-plated version of the iconic Nokia 8800. At the same time, the brand’s crafts were showcased at the prestigious Primetime Emmy Awards — marking a moment when high-fashion meets high-tech, with celebrity and red-carpet visibility.

Why this piece stands out

  • The Nokia 8800 was already a premium device in 2005 (sliding stainless steel body, high-end finish). The addition of full 24K gold finish amplified its status to collector’s-level luxury.

  • Goldgenie’s work being featured at the Emmy Awards gave it mass-visibility and credibility in the luxury-gift, celebrity and red-carpet space. Goldgenie Press

  • From a storytelling and marketing standpoint, this piece represents heritage, craftsmanship and exclusivity — perfect for luxury gift markets, affiliate content or lifestyle-tech audiences.

Features & craftsmanship

  • Finish: True 24-carat gold plating over the Nokia 8800 shell, transforming it from a high-end tech device into a luxury object.

  • Device: The Nokia 8800 itself (released in mid-2005) featured a refined body, quality materials and premium branding — so the base product was already upscale. 

  • Occasion & scarcity: Tied to an event (Emmy Awards) and part of a limited run, this edition has rarity value and strong appeal to collectors, influencers and affluent buyers.

  • Luxury positioning: By merging gold finishing with a known tech product, Goldgenie positioned itself not just as a customiser but as a luxury brand worthy of celebrity visibility.

Benefits for your audience

  • If you’re writing for luxury buyers: This piece offers exclusivity, tangible high-value materials, and provenance (celebrity/red-carpet link).

  • For tech-luxury bloggers or affiliates: It’s an engaging narrative—tech meets luxury meets celebrity—generating strong visuals and storytelling hooks like “gold smartphone worn at Oscars/Emmys”.

  • For gift-market content: A gift that stands out, for someone who appreciates design, status and uniqueness.

  • For region-specific (e.g., Pakistan): You can emphasise global shipping, heritage value, status symbol of international luxury, and bring in local appreciation for unique premium pieces.