Active and athletic Filipinos have more to look forward to this coming June as Casio Computer Co., Ltd. releases the new GBD-H2000 and DW-H5600 watches, an addition to the sports-driven G-SQUAD line of the shock-resistant G-SHOCK family.
GBD-H2000 delivers support for multiple sports and boasts a lighter weight to ensure an even more comfortable fit. This new watch is able to track eight different activities, including running, biking, open water swimming, pool swimming, walking, trail running, gym workouts and interval training. Available in 4 color variants, it is equipped with a carbon fiber-reinforced case back, built-in GPS antenna and six sensors that measure the heart rate, as well as a compass, altitude/air pressure sensor, thermo sensor, accelerometer, and gyroscope to support a wider range of activities.
The case, bezel, and band are made with biomass plastics, an eco-friendly material produced using raw materials from castor seeds and corn. Additionally, the more compact case made it 38% lighter than the previous model (GBD-H1000), making it more comfortable to wear on the wrist.
Meanwhile, the DW-H5600 inherits the iconic shape of the very first G-SHOCK, DW-5000C, and is also equipped with an optical sensor and an accelerometer to measure heart rate, distance, and calories burned. The five new models of the shock-resistant DW-H5600 support four different activities or exercises like running, walking, gym workouts, and interval training.
The new additions to the G-SQUAD utilize algorithms developed by Polar Electro Oy, a pioneer in the industry which has spent nearly 50 years perfecting the art of personalized guidance in fitness, sport and health. These algorithms measure the burden on the heart and lungs, analyze ratios of energy used separately for carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, and perform sleep tracking. Pairing the watch with the dedicated CASIO WATCHES app also allows users to review training data from the watch in greater detail, accessing activity logs, advice on improving sleep and more. Solar-assisted charging is also included to improve ease of use, offering a time display powered by solar charging even when the battery runs low.
The new watches that cost from PHP 19,700 to PHP 26,900 will be available in authorized G-SHOCK stores nationwide this June and surely be handy for any sporty activity whether it’s under the sun or underwater!
SPECIFICATIONS
| GBD-H2000 | ||
| Construction | Shock-resistant | |
| Water Resistance | 200 meters | |
| Communication Specifications |
Communication Standard |
Bluetooth® low energy |
| Signal Range | Up to 2m (may differ depending on surrounding conditions) | |
| Positional Measurement | GNSS: GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BEIDOU, MICHIBIKI (QZSS)
Bands: L1, L5 |
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| Sensors | Optical sensor (heart rate), magnetic sensor (compass), pressure sensor (air pressure/altitude), thermo sensor, accelerometer (step count, movement analysis), gyroscope (swimming analysis) | |
| Wrist Heart Rate Monitor | Measuring range (30–220 bpm); heart rate; target heart rate setting function; heart rate zone graphic display; heart rate transition graph: maximum heart rate/minimum heart rate | |
| Activity Features | Multi-sports (running, walking, biking, swimming, etc.), Distance, speed, pace and other information calculated using GPS and accelerometer data, Auto/Manual lap, Auto Pause | |
| Training Analysis | Cardio load status | |
| Activity Log Data | Up to 100 runs, up to 200 lap records per run, measurement time, distance, pace, running Index, calories burned, energy used, heart rate, maximum heart rate, cardio load, pitch, maximum pitch, stride, altitude gained, stroke count, SWOLF score | |
| Life Log | Step count measurement, target step count setting function, step count graphs (weekly, monthly, 6-month), calories burned, active time measurement | |
| Sleep Measurement | Sleep recovery status (6 stages), sleep recovery level display, sleep status (5 stages), sleep score, autonomic nervous system status (5 stages) | |
| Blood Oxygen Level | Measuring range: 80%–100%
Measuring unit: 1% Note: The blood oxygen level measurement function is not intended for use in diagnosing illness or as a medical device. It is intended only for use in maintaining general health. |
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| Breathing Exercise | Set duration: 2–20 mins.
Set duration measuring unit: 1 minute Biofeedback Summary of time spent in each zone * Polar™ algorithms are also used for the breathing exercises. |
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| World Time | 38 cities (38 time zones,* auto summer time [DST] switching) and Coordinated Universal Time
* May be updated when connected to a smartphone. |
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| Stopwatch | Measuring unit: 1 second; measuring capacity: 99:59’59; measuring modes: elapsed time, split time | |
| Countdown Timer | Setting unit: 1 second; measuring unit: 1 second; maximum setting: 60 minutes | |
| Alarm | 4 daily alarms (with snooze), Smart alarm (with snooze) | |
| Mobile link (Automatic connection, wireless linking using Bluetooth®) | Auto time adjustment
Easy watch setting Approximately 300 world time cities Notification function (incoming calls, incoming e-mails, new social media posts, calendar notifications, reminders) Training analysis data Activity history Life Log data Sleep analysis data Phone finder |
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| Other Functions | step reminder, floor elevation measurement, almanac (sunrise/sunset times, moon age), battery level indicator, power saving (display shuts off after a certain period in a dark location), full auto-calendar, 12/24-hour format, button operation tone on/off, airplane mode, vibration function, vibration on/off, LED backlight (full auto light, Super Illuminator, afterglow with selectable illumination duration: 1.5 seconds or 5 seconds) | |
| Power Source | Charging system compatible with dedicated cable (requires device with Type-A USB terminal), solar powered | |
| Continuous Operation | Using activity functions (GPS, heart rate):
• HIGH RATE (continuous reception): Approx. 14 hours max. • NORMAL (continuous reception): Approx. 16 hours max. • LONG (intermittent reception): Approx. 19 hours max. Using in watch mode with heart rate measurement OFF: Approx. 2 months Using with power-saving function ON: Approx. 23 months * Varies depending on usage environment; from full charge, without solar power. |
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| Time Adjustment | GPS signal reception: manual reception (position information, time information); Bluetooth®: uses continuous connection with smartphone to auto-adjust time | |
| Size of Case | 59.6×52.6×19.4mm | |
| Total Weight | Approx. 63g | |
| DW-H5600 | ||
| Construction | Shock-resistant | |
| Water Resistance | 200 meters | |
| Communication Specifications |
Communication Standard |
Bluetooth® low energy |
| Signal Range | Up to 2m (may differ depending on surrounding conditions) | |
| Wrist Heart Rate Monitor | Measuring range (30–220 bpm); heart rate; target heart rate setting function; heart rate zone graphic display; heart rate transition graph: maximum heart rate/minimum heart rate | |
| Activity Features | Multi-sports (running, walking, etc.), Distance, speed, pace and other information calculated using accelerometer data, Auto/Manual lap, Auto Pause | |
| Training Analysis | Cardio load status | |
| Activity Log Data | Up to 100 runs, up to 200 lap records per run, measurement time, distance, pace, running Index (when using GPS tracking from a connected smartphone), calories burned, energy used, heart rate, maximum heart rate, cardio load, pitch, maximum pitch, stride | |
| Life Log | Step count measurement, step count graphs (weekly, monthly, 6-month), calories burned, active time measurement | |
| Sleep Measurement | Sleep recovery status (6 stages), sleep recovery level display, sleep status (5 stages), sleep score, autonomic nervous system status (5 stages) | |
| Blood Oxygen Level | Measuring range: 80%–100%
Measuring unit: 1% Note: The blood oxygen level measurement function is not intended for use in diagnosing illness or as a medical device. It is intended only for use in maintaining general health. |
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| Breathing Exercise | Set duration: 2–20 mins.
Set duration measuring unit: 1 minute Biofeedback Summary of time spent in each zone * Polar™ algorithms are also used for the breathing exercises. |
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| World Time | 38 cities (38 time zones,* auto summer time [DST] switching) and Coordinated Universal Time
* May be updated when connected to a smartphone. |
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| Stopwatch | Measuring unit: 1 second; measuring capacity: 99:59’59; measuring modes: elapsed time, split time | |
| Countdown Timer | Setting unit: 1 second; measuring unit: 1 second; maximum setting: 60 minutes | |
| Alarm | 4 daily alarms (with snooze), Smart alarm (with snooze) | |
| Mobile link (Automatic connection, wireless linking using Bluetooth®) | Auto time adjustment
Easy watch setting Approximately 300 world time cities Notification function (incoming calls, incoming e-mails, new social media posts, calendar notifications, reminders) Training analysis data Activity history Life Log data Sleep analysis data Phone finder |
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| Other Functions | step reminder, almanac (sunrise/sunset times, moon age), battery level indicator, power saving (display shuts off after a certain period in a dark location), full auto-calendar, 12/24-hour format, button operation tone on/off, airplane mode, vibration function, vibration on/off, LED backlight (full auto light, Super Illuminator, afterglow with selectable illumination duration: 1.5 seconds or 5 seconds) | |
| Power Source | Charging system compatible with dedicated cable (requires device with Type-A USB terminal), solar powered | |
| Continuous Operation | Using activity functions (heart rate): Approx. 35 hours max.
Using in watch mode with heart rate measurement OFF: Approx. 1 month Using with power-saving function ON: Approx. 11 months * Varies depending on usage environment; from full charge, without solar power. |
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| Time Adjustment | Bluetooth®: uses continuous connection with smartphone to auto-adjust time | |
| Size of Case | DW-H5600-1／DW-H5600-2：51.1×44.5×17.4mm
DW-H5600MB-1／DW-H5600MB-2：51.1×44.5×16.6mm DW-H5600EX-1：51.1×44.5×16.6mm（with metal bezel） |
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| Total Weight | DW-H5600-1／DW-H5600-2：Approx. 59g
DW-H5600MB-1／DW-H5600MB-2：Approx. 65g DW-H5600EX-1：Approx. 65g（with metal bezel） |
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