There are many things that are beyond my comprehension...
... and to that long list you can add the following: Why on earth would Omega sponsor "a project whose ambitious aim is to circle the globe in an airplane powered only by solar energy" with a watch that's powered by a battery?!? I'm pretty sure the techno...
Because ....
It also be used to go to space and beyond? Now serious: I don't understand just like you. Cheers, Nilo
Succès de scandale?
Perhaps! But my personal feeling is that this piece will be a success amongst those who fail to see its irony. Much regards, Kamy
I was under the impression the Solar Impulse . . .
. . . is battery powered at night. Art
Of course Art, just like a solar powered watch!
And that's the point I was trying to make, but perhaps not very well! In my opinion a solar powered watch would have been more apropos. Kind regards, Kamy
I fully understand the level of correlation . . .
. . . would be higher if they had opted for solar, Kamy. That they didn't is an indication that sensibility outweighs marketing at Omega.
Solar....
Seiko Solar, right? Power-wise, a nearly perfect (poifeck?) watch, LOL! A missed oppor-tuna-tee. Thank you! =8^{D>
In this case, I'm staying with my ...
"Vintage" solar, the HB-SIA: Is not battery or solar powered but is, IMHO, very cool. Cheers, Nilo ...