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Sheathed in Gold, This is King Midas' iPad
Bling is nothing new. But how to make a statement ("I'm wealthy") without sacrificing your nerd cred? Gold-plate your iPad. That way, whether you're reading Atlas Shrugged or watching Twilight, the only thing other subway riders will be able to see is the reflection of their drooling faces. Offered by Amosu for around $4,300, this iPad wears a 24-karat jacket and a Apple logo made of 360 Swarovski crystals, and is otherwise just like every other iPad with WiFi and 3G connectivity. Amosu also customizes; pair it with a gold-plated iPhone, a pair of Swarovski ear buds, and a calfskin leather case, and you've got eight grand worth of consumer electronics. King Midas would be jealous. If you want to shine like the king, but prefer e-ink to the whole tablet thing, there's always Amosu's gold-plated Kindle. It's just as bright, but as Wired is only available on Android tablets, Kindle Fire and iPad, we respectfully recommend one of those devices for your reading pleasure.
Photos: Courtesy of Amosu
