CASIO's shock-resistant watch "G-SHOCK" boasts high popularity among action sports players and outdoor users. In the sports line "G-SQUAD", the smartwatch "G-SQUAD PRO" "GSW-H1000" with Wear OS by Google™ equipped with new multi-sport compatible functions and specifications has appeared. It debuted in the market in mid-May 2021 and has received a great response.
GSW-H1000-1
Color: All 3 colors (black x blue)
Size: Approx. 65.6 x 56.3 x 19.5mm
Weight: Approx. 103g (including band)
Price: 88,000 yen (tax included)
Display 1.2 inch / Capacitive touch panel / GPS installed / Color map function Equipped (offline support, up to 5 locations can be saved) / Built-in microphone and vibrator / Bluetooth ® V4.2 (Low Energy compatible), Wi-Fi (IEEE802.11 b/g/n) / Lithium ion battery / Charging Approximately 3 hours at room temperature / Normal use (color display): Approximately 1.5 days Clock and sensor only (timepiece mode): Approximately 1 month / Compatible with smartphones equipped with the latest version of Android or iOS
What is “G-SQUAD PRO” “GSW-H1000”?
One of the reasons G-SHOCK is chosen by athletes and sports fans is its "strength", such as outstanding impact resistance and 20 ATM water resistance. The "G-SQUAD" series, which specializes in sports, has been highly evaluated for its excellent functionality in a variety of scenes, from action sports such as surfing, snowboarding, and skiing to running, swimming, and road biking.
The "GSW-H1000" is also equipped with Wear OS by Google for the first time as a new attraction, with the toughness unique to G-SHOCK as a major premise, creating an unprecedented smartwatch. The features that make it stand out are like this.
●Possible to measure heart rate with an optical sensor ●Possible to measure
direction , altitude, air pressure, acceleration
tough and delicate
"G-SHOCK" has a unique shock-resistant structure and high waterproof performance. While maintaining the thickness of the glass that can withstand water resistance of 20 bar, it is delicate enough to support smooth touch operations on the screen. It also has a microphone and a charging port on the side. The back cover is made of titanium, which has excellent corrosion resistance, and is treated with titanium carbide to enhance wear resistance.
Various useful data is measured by GPS
In addition to an optical sensor that can measure heart rate, it is equipped with a direction, altitude / barometric pressure, acceleration, and gyro sensor, and by acquiring position information from GPS satellites, it is possible to measure data such as driving routes, distances, and speeds. A unique app supports 15 activities and 24 indoor workouts. You can collect useful data according to the scene and use it to enjoy the sport more and ensure safety. It can be used widely and conveniently not only in snowy mountains but also in other sports scenes that you enjoy, as well as in daily exercise and health management.
What you can achieve with Wear OS by Google
Equipped with Wear OS by Google, it supports various notifications such as Google Assistant and incoming emails and phone calls. Various Google apps such as Google Fit™, which keeps a history of activity and provides individual advice and practical tips based on that information and health status, and Google Maps™, which is convenient for everyone on a daily basis. service is available.
Flexible display
The display (display) of "GSW-H1000" is truly a variety. The two-layered display combines a monochrome liquid crystal that is suitable for constant display of time and other information, and a color liquid crystal that displays high-definition maps and measurement information, making it convenient to see the information you want to see at the same time.
In addition, the information to be displayed can be freely customized in three levels: top, middle, and bottom. In addition to digital display, analog clock display is also possible, so you can choose according to the scene.
Its functions demonstrated in the snowy mountains
How does a tough and highly functional smartwatch actually demonstrate its power on snowy mountains? The GSW-H1000 will bring the following benefits to both individual backcountry skiers and those who play a leadership role in a group.
◆ Time management
Time management is very important for behavior management and danger avoidance when skiing in the backcountry. When planning a backcountry tour, the most important point is how to handle "time" in the mountains under various constantly changing natural conditions, such as allocating time to the tour itinerary, hiking, riding, resting, etc. Become. The "GSW-H1000" can measure data such as driving routes, distances, and speeds using the GPS function. Being able to manage this information for safe and efficient action is a big strong point.
◆ Understanding routes and locations
In the backcountry, map information is a signpost to the destination and can be said to be a lifeline. By obtaining precise location information from GPS satellites, it is possible to accurately grasp the current location in terms of altitude, latitude, and longitude. This functionality is essential for safety management, whether you are proceeding with the tour route as planned or reaching the target slopes and spots.
◆Weather, time, altitude, location information, etc. as clues to action
In the backcountry, the behavior is influenced by the weather and snow conditions. How to judge and act on the ever-changing mountain weather and diverse slopes and snow conditions. Accurately understanding mountain weather, altitude, location information, and time, and being able to compare them in multiple ways will lead to flexible actions and appropriate decisions.
◆ Build a database by accumulating logs (records) and use it later
By being able to record location information and conditions by marking, places such as good slopes, easy-to-climb routes, forests, scenic spots, places with distinctive wind direction and strength, sunny and shaded spots, etc. can be converted into data. By recording and accumulating data on natural conditions such as temperature and wind speed, it will be a great resource for future tour plans.
◆Physical condition check by vital data
By measuring your heart rate, you can understand your physical condition during backcountry climbing and sliding. From your own objective vital data, you can know the state of energy consumption and physical fatigue without relying only on your senses. It will also lead to risk avoidance, such as adjusting the pace of action and not overdoing it.
Change by gaining a different perspective on the mountain and yourself
With the GPS and Wear OS by Google functions, you can get a variety of information, understand nature from a different perspective, and get to know yourself in the mountains. New knowledge will increase, interest in nature and skiing will spread, new goals will be created, the digital environment and data resources will bring about changes, and new pleasures will be born.
Using “G-SQUAD PRO” “GSW-H1000” in the backcountry
Shinya Nakagawa, a backcountry guide based in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, and Yoshinari Uemura and Koji Nakai, legendary professional snowboarders. How does "G-SQUAD PRO" "GSW-H1000" work for them? Let's check out the video that chased the snowy mountain time spent by the three of them.
Points evaluated by riders
I would like to introduce some words extracted from the video about how the three actually felt and thought using the "GSW-H1000".
Takaharu Nakai / Professional Snowboarder
“What I pay attention to in the mountains is time. I am conscious of time so that I can go to the slopes I want to ski at the time I want to. In order to access at a good time, I know what time I have to climb."
“Since it contains a map, you can mark it yourself, so if you find a good spot, put a mark on the watch or mark the point to be whitened, and I think you will use it more and more.”
Yoshinari Uemura / Professional Snowboarder
The image is that it will become one of the items that makes you want to go to the mountains. An item that makes you want to try using the watch in more places, and you can enjoy the places you've been to. Try using it and your snowboarding will be more fun.
“Just by having this watch, I wonder if I can spend more time facing snowboarding, or if I can
think more deeply.
Shinya Nakagawa / Backcountry Guide
"When you press the 'compass', you can see the latitude and longitude. If an accident occurs in the mountains and you call for help, if you can tell the latitude and longitude where you are, everyone can see your location at a glance. I think it's great that you know."
“The liquid crystal display is divided into 3 sections, so I first display the time and altitude, and the other is my heartbeat. We can visualize the burden placed on us.”
■ G-SHOCK official website https://gshock.casio.com/jp/