The new GWF-A1000 Frogman is the first analog edition, potentially making it more appealing to dive watch fans tempted by analog models from Seiko and other brands. A long press of the Adjust button opens a varied settings menu, while a short press changes the main time display’s layout. There isn’t necessarily a better alternative, but what if you want more tech and fitness tracking features?

G-SQUAD (A new sports line that supports your active life by managing your daily exercise using your watch and smartphone. Most people will know Casio’s G-Shock line for watches like the Mudmaster, or the Frogman diver’s watch, but the brand also dabbles in luxury models too. The G-SHOCK MOVE app also simplifies certain watch operations by letting you perform them on your phone screen. The visual effect of the character line visible through the slits makes for a side design that further emphasizes the slimness of the watch. To see more you have to navigate through the menu to the notifications page, then choose the message you want to see in greater detail.Starting a run is as simple as pressing the Start button, and the display then shows time elapsed, distance, and pace. It’s enough for anyone who isn’t an athlete or hardcore fitness fan and doesn’t want a touchscreen watch to charge each day. I'm sure some fashion-forward recreational runners will like the Casio G-SQUAD GBD-200 but it might not be the first choice for runners who need to improve their running form. It’s a much larger and heavier watch though and does need external charging if you use the GPS regularly. You can use the TimekeepingMode to check the current time and date, and to view your daily step count, your running distance for a specific month, and other information.

The iconic square form of the very first G-SHOCK, now with an accelerometer, distance measurement, and Smartphone Link functionality. A profusion of features, absolute daily reliability and a little bit of attitude all make for an enticing watch. The G Shock GBD 200 tracks your steps, measures your running distance, and calculates the calories that you burn. The GBD-200 inherits the iconic square-shapedcase design of the very first G-SHOCK and boastsa new, smaller profile design for the case, which is 2. When used with the dedicated G-SHOCK MOVEapp, the watch offers support for daily workouts, allowing you to checklife logs with data onstep counts and calories burned (this is estimated since there is no heart rate sensor), activity logs, andmore.Apparently, when you adjusts this even just once, the watch will then measure distances with 'even higher degrees' of accuracy, even when not connected to a smartphone. The GBD-200 does not have a touchscreen and you interact with it solely using the buttons on the case. All the info you need is at your fingertips — distance, speed, and pace, as well as auto lap readings to keep track of running times for set distances.

Additionally, via its permanent Bluetooth connection, it can synchronize itself with your compatible smartphone and update its time metrics to stay more accurate than a regular watch. The watch does not have a heart rate sensor or its own GPS, but it can take data from your phone or another device for this. It looks exactly like a normal watch — in this case, a distinctive and desirable square G-Shock — and because it has been made by an experienced watchmaker drawing on decades of experience, the comfort level is exactly right. Many companies have moved beyond the traditional hybrid smartwatch, getting carried away with adding tech with limited benefit. Like most G-Shock watches it takes a little while to get used to operating the watch, as it doesn’t always feel natural, especially if you’re used to touchscreens or no watch at all.The brand’s timepieces are affordable and long-wearing, making them a favourite to both enthusiasts and everyday people. The battery can be replaced either by yourself if you have the tools and the knowledge to make sure the water resistance is retained, or by taking the watch to a specialist. GPS Functionality (Acquires data of current location from GPS satellite, measures distance travelled, speed, pace, and other data.

With extra adjustment holes in the soft urethane band for a quality, precision fit, you’re set to enjoy full-on function and complete comfort. The screen has a “negative” look meaning it has a black background and a grey color for the text and numbers.It has basic smartwatch connectivity but manages to include reliable and informative notifications, plus decent fitness tracking provided you don’t want anything too in-depth. Side slits in the bezel allow the color of the inner case to peek through, highlighting just how slim this watch is.