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The iPad Supreme Edition is 64 GB model made of solid gold and encrusted with 25.5 karats of diamonds. A single piece of solid 22-karat gold makes the rear case and bezel.

On the back, the Apple logo is all bling with 53 individually set gems.

Go iPad Supreme

Samsung is asking: "Are you a high-tech entrepreneur, university researcher, or technology company having trouble getting the right people at a major high-tech company to listen to you about your innovative technology? If so, then the Samsung Electronics TechQuest is for you!"

Results from a meeting with Samsung Electronics could lead to:

• technology licensing
• funding
• customer/supplier relationships
• strategic partnerships
• some other type of business relationship

Go Samsung Electronics TechQuest

In his address to RetailVision, Gartner consultant Ranjit Atwal told delegates we've finally crossed a threshold where Gartner can declare—based on evidence, not opinion—that consumers consider the PC is a necessity.

Besides the fact that PC sales grew during a recession, we are now averaging 1.5 pcs per person in advanced markets.

To further support the body of evidence, a Gartner study indicates — for the first time — a majority of customers would prefer their PC to a TV if stranded on a desert island.

Oops, better make that a tablet PC as the PC's newest form factor rapidly takes hold on the consumer wish list.

Go Ranjit Atwal at Gartner

Nike has made one of the biggest Facebook ads in the site’s history as Nike prepares for the World Cup.

The powerful 3-minute video features Nike-sponsored stars like Cristiano Ronaldo, Didier Drogba, Wayne Rooney, Ronaldinho and Landon Donovan. It focuses on those moments when someone has the opportunity to write their own future by playing exceptionally.

Roger Federer, Kobe Bryant and Homer Simpson make appearances, too (all football fans, say Nike).

Nike wanted to reward its football consumers by giving them access to the spot before a wider introduction.

The spot will also be shown on NikeFootball.com.

Watch Nike's World Cup Video