Casio America has made a significant addition to the world of adventure timepieces with the launch of the latest RANGEMAN series. The G-SHOCK GPRH1000-9 and GPRH1000-1 models are set to redefine toughness, combining unparalleled strength with advanced functionality. These watches are expected to attract enthusiasts and adventurers globally with their robust features and innovative design.
G-SHOCK RANGEMAN Watches: A Fusion of Durability and Technology
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The new RANGEMAN series is engineered to endure the harshest environments, offering resistance against shocks, dust, mud, and water. It integrates GPS, solar-assisted charging, and Bluetooth® capabilities, making it an indispensable tool for any outdoor adventure.
The watch is specifically designed to challenge the extremes and enhance the outdoor experience for its users.
Advanced Features for the Modern Explorer
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G-SHOCK’s RANGEMAN supports a wide range of activities, including trekking, running, biking, and swimming, and comes equipped with six sensors, including a heart rate monitor, to provide precise real-time data. The watch’s health metrics and analysis are powered by Polar® and it maintains connectivity with the CASIO Watches App for comprehensive workout and adventure monitoring.
The built-in GPS offers exceptional tracking capabilities for various activities.
Sustainability and Comfort in Design
In addition to its advanced technological features, the RANGEMAN series emphasizes comfort and sustainability. The GPRH1000-9 and GPRH1000-1 models feature a soft urethane band suited for water activities and are crafted with bio-based resin components, reflecting G-SHOCK’s commitment to environmental responsibility.
The watches also boast a Super Illuminator for visibility in dark conditions and are designed with metal components to protect the GPS antenna and internal sensors.
State-of-the-Art G-SHOCK Technology
The RANGEMAN series is packed with G-SHOCK’s cutting-edge technology, including shock and mud resistance, 200M water resistance, USB and solar-assisted charging, Bluetooth® Smartphone Link, and a range of sensors for comprehensive activity tracking.
It also features health analysis tools, a step tracker, and compatibility with fitness apps like Strava®, GoogleFit®, and Apple Health®.
Availability and Pricing
The G-SHOCK GPRH1000-9 and GPRH1000-1 will be available for purchase starting January 19th. These timepieces, offered in striking yellow and black colorways, are priced at $500. They can be found at select jewelers, gshock.com, and the G-SHOCK Soho store.
Specifications G-SHOCK GPRH1000-9 and GPRH1000-1
Construction | Shock resistant; mud resistant | |
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Water Resistance | 200 meters | |
GPS signal reception | Manual receive (position information, time information) | |
Communication Specifications | Communication Standard | Bluetooth® low energy |
Signal Range | Up to 2 m (may differ depending on surrounding conditions) | |
Activity Features | Multi-sports (trekking, 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 History | Up to 100 runs, up to 200 lap records per run, measurement time, distance, pace, running index*, calories burned, energy source used*, heart rate, maximum heart rate, cardio load*, pitch, maximum pitch, stride, altitude gained, stroke count, SWOLF score | |
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 | |
Sleep Measurement* | Sleep recovery status (6 stages), sleep recovery stage display, sleep status (5 stages), sleep score display range (1 to 100, measurement unit: 1), autonomic nerve status (5 stages), ANS score range (-10 to +10, measurement unit: 0.1) | |
Blood Oxygen Level Measurement | 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. | |
Breathing Exercise* | Setting range (2 to 20 minutes in 1-minute increments), biofeedback, zone-specific time summary | |
Life Log | Step count, step count graph (week, month, 6 months), calories burned measurement, active time measurement | |
Digital Compass | Measurement range: 0° to 359° 16-direction display Auto level correction | |
Barometric Pressure Measurement | Measuring range: 260 to 1,100 hPa (7.65 to 32.45 inHg) Display range: 260 to 1,100 hPa (7.65 to 32.45 inHg) Measuring unit: 1 hPa (0.05 inHg) Auto measurement interval: 2 hours Barometric pressure graph Barometric pressure change indicator | |
Altimeter | Measuring range: -700 to 10,000 m (-2,300 to 32,800 ft.) Display range: -10,000 to 10,000 m (-32,800 to 32,800 ft.) Measuring unit: 1 m (5 ft.) Measuring interval: 2 minutes/5 seconds Altitude differential measurement: -3,000 to 3,000 m (-9,840 to 9,840 ft.) | |
Temperature Measurement | Measurement range: -10.0 to 60.0 °C (14.0 to 140.0 °F) Display range: -10.0 to 60.0 °C (14.0 to 140.0 °F) Display unit: 0.1 °C (0.2 °F) | |
Tide Graph | Tidal cycle (spring/middle/neap) | |
World Time | 38 cities (38 time zones,*1 auto summer time [DST] switching) and Coordinated Universal Time *1 May be updated when connected to a smartphone. | |
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 Function*2 (Automatic connection, wireless linking using Bluetooth®) | Auto time adjustment Easy watch setting Time Zone 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* Tide graph setting (approximately 3,300 global points) Phone finder | |
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, vibration on/off, LED backlight (full auto light, Super Illuminator, afterglow with selectable illumination duration: 1.5 seconds or 5 seconds), airplane mode, vibration function | |
Power Source | Charging system compatible with dedicated cable (requires device with Type-A USB terminal), solar-charging system | |
Run Time | 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 *3 Varies depending on usage environment; from full charge, without solar power. | |
Size of Case | 60.6 × 53.2 × 20.3 mm | |
Total Weight | Approx. 92 g |