Apple Watch Digital Personalization

Apple Watch has become to many, a business partner, a communications partner, a fitness partner and sometimes, a lifeline accessory, that is worn on your wrist. 

The latest Apple Watch 7 has made its way to become a top high-tech gift due to its beautiful design and cutting-edge capabilities. 

FUSION OF IDEAS takes this gifting opportunity to the next level by making Apple Watch truly unique with hardware customization and digital personalization. 

Hardware customization 

An immersive brand experience starts with permanent branding using laser etching on the Watch band and/or casing, and direct color print on the Watch charger.

Digital personalization

The digital personalization experience allows for businesses to showcase their brand and messaging using the recipient’s phone and watch.

Click on the video below to see how the digital wallpaper works.

Creating an immersive brand experience with MTV’s iconic Moonman

Recently, Best Buy for Business and FUSION OF IDEAS helped media conglomerate, Viacom, create a memorable gifting experience for its MTV team.

The solution was a fully immersive gift experience using Apple Watch that included:

  • Customized Watch band using the station’s iconic logo
  • Digital experience with a welcome video and invitation to download customized digital wallpaper for the Watch

Apple Craze: 2021 Fall Releases

Apple hosted two events this fall, which featured updates on its most popular devices. From the powerful iPad mini to the release of the colorful HomePod mini, Apple has inspired us to maximize the use of our customization solutions to create immersive brand experiences.

Take a peek at what’s coming:

Apple AirPods (3rd Generation)
Apple AirPods (3rd Generation)
Apple HomePod mini
Apple HomePod mini
Apple iPhone 13 & 13 Pro
Apple iPhone 13 & 13 Pro 
Apple Watch Series 7
Apple Watch Series 7
14" & 16" MacBook Pro
14″ & 16″ MacBook Pro
Apple iPad
Apple iPad
Apple iPad mini
Apple iPad mini

Contact us today to learn more about these tech products and how we can personalize them for your gifting needs.

Kids of Courage Uses Branded Technology to Further Its Mission

“Wearing something with a logo of an organization that is close to my heart is personal to me. Not only is it a conversation starter, it is also a reminder of why I am a part of Kids of Courage.”

These were the words of Josh, a recipient of a custom branded Apple AirPods Max from Kids of Courage. Josh, who was gifted the device as a recognition for his fundraising efforts, proudly dons his new wireless headphones even though he is not “a regular headphone user.”

Kids of Courage is a New York-based nonprofit organization that gives children with medical illnesses opportunities to participate in year-round activities and medically supervised trips. 

“We love to give personalized technology to our supporters because it is unique and different,” said Naftali Solomon, Kids of Courage Director of Operations. “While the gifts are not the reason why they fundraise, our families and volunteers love to see the incentive list and find something to set their goal for.” 

Naftali Solomon, director of operations at Kids of Courage, shows off a custom branded Apple iPad used to help spread awareness of the organization.
Naftali Solomon, director of operations at Kids of Courage, shows off a custom branded Apple iPad used to help spread awareness of the organization.

Since 2019, the organization has offered Kids of Courage branded premium gifts, including high-tech products as perks for families and volunteers to reach fundraising goals. Past gifts have included: Apple iPad, Beats Powerbeats Pro, Apple Watch and Apple AirPods Pro. 

Naftali added, “The positive feedback we have gotten is encouraging, and it is a win-win situation to be able to thank our supporters and at the same time, further the organization’s mission.”

To learn more about Kids of Courage, visit www.kidsoc.org

 

Music to Our Ears: Premium Audio Brand Experiences

Voice assistant speakers from big-hitters like Apple, Sonos, JBL and Google have never been so smart. They know today’s headlines and weather and can answer trivia questions with a simple voice command. These speakers also play your chosen music over Bluetooth or wi-fi, and some can access music streaming services.

Because of their practicality, smart speakers are popular gift options for businesses as part of their corporate gifting and employee incentive programs.

We help companies to take their gifting up a notch with branding, packaging and deployment solutions. 

  • Branding: Adding your company logo or design on the product helps with brand recognition and exposure. FUSION OF IDEAS does this through direct color printing, laser etching or StealthArmor, a thin vinyl for a semi-permanent branding solution.
  • Custom Packaging: Packaging solutions such as a customized device sleeve that fits snuggly over the OEM box and custom gift wrap are also ways to make a gift stand out from others. A personalized insert tag with a note from the company leader or sender is another way to customize your gift and add a personal touch.
  • Deployment: Whether you need to send a gift to one or multiple recipients, FUSION OF IDEAS has you covered with our white-glove deployment service. We can ship individually to domestic and international locations without you having to touch a single device. 

And finally, check out our current favorite smart speakers.

Sonos Roam

Sonos Roam with direct UV color print
Sonos Roam with direct UV color print

Apple HomePod mini

Apple HomePod mini with direct UV color print on clear StealthArmor
Apple HomePod mini with direct UV color print on clear StealthArmor

Google Nest Audio

Google Nest Audio with direct UV color print and custom device sleeve
Google Nest Audio with direct UV color print and custom device sleeve

Sonos One

Sonos One with StealthArmor, thin, heat-bonded vinyl for a semi-permanent branding solution
Sonos One with StealthArmor, thin, heat-bonded vinyl for a semi-permanent branding solution

Bose Soundlink Revolve

Bose Soundlink Revolve with StealthArmor
Bose Soundlink Revolve with StealthArmor

SAAC Expo 2021

With the holiday gifting season on the horizon, FUSION OF IDEAS headed back on the road and recently participated in person at SAAC Expo 2021 in Anaheim, Calif. 

SAAC (Speciality Advertising Association of California) holds an annual event that brings together suppliers and distributors in the promotional industry. This year, FUSION OF IDEAS participated as an exhibitor to show the latest and most popular high-tech products that can be customized for the 2021 corporate gifting season.

Attendees were able to see the products up close and speak with our team about their upcoming gifting needs. Check out highlights from the event.

SAAC (Specialty Advertising Association of California) Expo 2021 was held Aug. 5-6 in sunny Southern California
SAAC (Specialty Advertising Association of California) Expo 2021 was held Aug. 5-6 in sunny Southern California
FUSION OF IDEAS featured the latest high-tech products for the 2021 holiday gifting season.
FUSION OF IDEAS featured the latest high-tech products for the 2021 holiday gifting season.
Distributors in the promotional industry get an up-close look at the premium gifting options for their clients.
Distributors in the promotional industry get an up-close look at the premium gifting options for their clients.
The FUSION OF IDEAS team explains our end-to-end solutions for gifting, including decorating, packaging, kitting and shipping.
The FUSION OF IDEAS team explains our end-to-end solutions for gifting, including decorating, packaging, kitting and shipping.
More than 300 promo industry suppliers exhibited in the regional event this year.
More than 300 promo industry suppliers exhibited in the regional event this year.