[nu5500]

Totally agree. I haven't owned a Pebble, but I have been wearing a Microsoft Band 24/7 for over two years and really depend on its functionality now. Quickly scrolling through email, texts (and occasionally replying), calendar, stocks - all from a quick to use interface is a real time saver. It also tracks my sleep every night and wakes me up in the morning in an unobtrusive way that my partner appreciates (no more alarm clock/phone alarm). I also track my steps, heart rate, and workouts every day, but the fitness stuff is a bonus to me and I would still find the Band very useful without it. Unfortunately, it looks like the Band has been abandoned by Microsoft, so like you I'm a little bummed out and will have to start looking at alternatives (once my supply of Bands runs out anyway...)