So I wonder, is that merely a Photoshop job then? I suppose if you could get just the faceplate inhand perhaps some laser etching could be done along the lines of the image, giving it that decorated but somewhat monochrome look.

Is the faceplate aluminum? If so, perhaps it would take to anodizing, assuming that it won't be negatively impacted because it is so thin. If it is aluminum, you could easily get something custom ano'd for a reasonable price for something that small. For that matter, I'm surprised one of our own community members hasn't already offered that service if it is feasible.

Obviously the potential dangers of disassembly to that level could make some folks reluctant. If we could get spare faceplates galore then I'd be more apt to put tools to mine since I only have one N800.

In the end, with some time and research you could ano it yourself, just be careful!