Since it doesn't have a screen I don't think you can call it a smart watch.
It does seem like it could appeal to some people who don't need the convenience of reading a text or app notification from a regular smart watch.
It does seem like it could appeal to some people who don't need the convenience of reading a text or app notification from a regular smart watch.
The point is, people have different needs. Some like getting notifications on their wrist. Myself, I like smartwatches more for the input side - ability to control stuff without interacting with the smartphone directly.
Also, that's good that some people just don't see the need for it. It means the tool is useful. I hate the trend that hit the mobile market (and already affects the smartwatches) that makes companies design for lowest common denominator - it means people like me, who would like to use a specialized, feature-laden device can't get anything, because they don't exist on the market.