it is somehow not as "iconic" or true to the concept as the orignal. I also think it is meant as such. Lets say around 50 will be produced in the end. Thats more directed at collectors than a piece which is an updated part of a collection.
I also agree with your last sentence. it is exactly how I see it and in stead of doing a pink dial something silly, he tried to show a more practiacal take on the watch, which makes it "different" than the original.