dbane883 Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 It appears more and more that the luxury brands are worried about being left behind with the Apple Watch coming out in a few months. I guess market share is always a concern. Sure purists will always favour a mechanical movement, but you just never know how their business could be disrupted. Looks like Montblanc is hoping an e-strap will give their target market the best of both worlds. Personally would never buy a strap of this kind for any of my watches.... But for a student, would this not be a great way to hide your cheat notes on tests? http://www.ablogtowatch.com/montblanc-e-strap-combines-smart-wearable-device-mechanical-watch-timewalker-urban-speed-collection/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachcomber Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 I say [censored] e-everything when it comes to horology Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcardoza Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 Intriguing idea! I definitely want to learn more about it. While I have ZERO interest in owning a smartwatch, be it APPLE or any other brand, this might be a great alternative........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droptopman Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 Do not care for the E part, but the color and texture of that strap is awesome. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danielv2000 Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 Smartwatches... I don't see the need. Do we not have everything we need on a smartphone? I just had this debate over New Year's eve dinner with a friend. While I have way too many Apple gadgets, an e- watch is not in my sights. If Rolex would design something that looked like a rolex and could magically turn into a smartwatch by touching the crown... Maybe but I don't see this happening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachcomber Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 If Rolex would design something that looked like a rolex and could magically turn into a smartwatch by touching the crown... Maybe but I don't see this happening. Not even then I'm sorry to say. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightwatch Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 Think I will never need a smartwatch, but I still remember many people saying they would never buy/own a handy. If future technology and office rules dictates this, it´s good to know there will be alternatives as aftermarket straps with the technology. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jigelow Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 Think I will never need a smartwatch, but I still remember many people saying they would never buy/own a handy. A friend once told me about a time he bought a handy in Vancouver. She made him wear a condom for it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbane883 Posted January 3, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2015 A friend once told me about a time he bought a handy in Vancouver. She made him wear a condom for it. I got a handy for free, morning of New Years Day. What can I say? I was tired. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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HaydenM Posted January 3, 2015 Report Share Posted January 3, 2015 There is no chance I can see myself being caught dead with a smart watch and I'm a young guy. I just cant stand it but the strap is something that I could possibly justify if it provided enough utility. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyjynx Posted January 4, 2015 Report Share Posted January 4, 2015 I'm a gadget freak but have balked at smart watches. I however find the idea of an e-strap intriguing and a happy compromise. The possibilities just seem endless if implemented correctly. I can certainly see myself wearing one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panerai153 Posted January 4, 2015 Report Share Posted January 4, 2015 That is and intriguing idea. Sort of the best of both worlds. I doubt that this will catch on as it would add a lot of bulk to the watch/band combo. However who knows, as miniaturization gets better and better, the whole strap might become a screen. Right now, I would have to pass on this band /smart watch combo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donerix 2.0 Posted January 5, 2015 Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 From a strap maker's POV: interesting and doable, but it looks like it might be quite uncomfortable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aero_Dave Posted January 5, 2015 Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 I ran into a guy here a few weeks back in the cafe, checking his Smartwatch & Phone at the same time. I asked him what watch was he wearing, he said the Moto 360. Then I asked what exactly was he doing and he replied, checking to make sure his Smartwatch was in-sync with his phone. So what's the point of wearing a Smartwatch, if you still need to check your phone to make sure they are in-sync! I don't see the point of owning or wearing a Smartwatch! Dave... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjjoyce1 Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 If Rolex would design something that looked like a rolex and could magically turn into a smartwatch by touching the crown... Maybe but I don't see this happening. Q Branch is working on it 007... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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