[darkerside]

Eye tracking probably plays a big role. We are hardwired to notice what other people are looking at.

Also, you bought it because it looked good, didn't you?

[finnh]

The eye tracking explanation is a good one, thanks. I think it supports my hypothesis by providing a possible mechanism of action.

To your second point: yes, of course. But three weeks later it looks (mostly) the same but stops drawing compliments.