> > Isn't there a camera that is fairly easy to get that can take a picture that clearly shows, say, the time on a wristwatch a mile (or more?) away?
> >
> I've got no idea, though that seems a bit extreme. Of course I'm no expert and I wouldn't be too suprised if such a thing exists...

If a satellite can read a car number plate (and we're told they can) then you have to assume 'yes'. Of course you do get atmospheric distortion due to heat and dust, so there are limits.

I thought though that the point of a wristwatch was that you could take it with you.

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