Casio is one of the most legendary watch brands and, in Europe, the company has always had a strong presence in the market, although its curious rings have not yet arrived. The company created one of the first touchscreen watches in history more than 35 years ago and today it is launching a model whose main strengths are durability and hiking characteristics.
This device is the Casio Rangeman GPR-H1000-9, and in EL ESPAÑOL – El Androide Libre we tested it to see everything it offers, and if it is capable of replacing a conventional smartwatch, or if it is relegated to an audience that only looks for its specialized functions . Its price is over 400 dollars.
Of course, it is a watch that stands out not only for its yellow color, but also for its shape, since This shows that it is a resistant device, Designed to withstand all types of accidents. Another point to highlight is its screen, which is not the traditional model that we usually find in a smart watch. In fact, it’s not even touchscreen, but thanks to it, the battery life of the device is incredibly high.
A very robust design
The first thing that stands out about this Casio Rangeman GPR-H1000-9 is that it is not a small watch, but is considerable in size. This Built to survive long days of hiking, the company has therefore given it resistance against shocks and falls. This is great for you, but it can also make it a little uncomfortable when wearing long sleeves.
This is a watch that is controlled using its buttons, since it does not have a touch screen, which can be uncomfortable on a daily basis to watch anything, but when it comes to using it in the rain or while hiking, it can be very useful. There are three buttons on the left side, one for up, the middle one for accept, and the bottom one for down. In applications such as the stopwatch, the top and bottom buttons serve as the start button and the end button. On the right side there are only two such buttons, one to light up the screen and another to go back to the previous section.
Casio G-Shock Strap
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We were able to test the yellow unit, and the truth is that it stands out a lot when we wear it on our wrist. Its bracelet is made of rubber to resist falls or any type of damage, since absorbs shock better. Of course, it should be noted that it can be a bit annoying to have hair on your arm, as the rubber strap sometimes tugs on it.
In its lower part, it bears the Magnetic charging port and optical pulse sensor to measure heart rate. Of course, its size may be too large for people with small wrists, because with some coats the watch sometimes has difficulty fitting into the sleeve.
Screen
As we mentioned earlier, the screen of this watch does not have touch technology, and the change in panel type is very noticeable compared to other smartwatches. However, it must be taken into account that it is a specialized product, designed for people who are looking for a resistant model with ideal measurements for hiking.
Its screen is always active, but it only backlights if you click on the button at the top right. The positive point is that, as long as there is sun, you can see the time perfectly without having to touch anything, just look at your wrist.
Casio G-Shock Watch
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At night, however, you will need to activate the backlighting to be able to see correctly. This has the possibility of staying on for up to 5 seconds, which is the most recommended to be able to see all the possible details. During the day, the experience of no need to turn your wrist or press a button to activate the screen It has been very positive.
During the time we used the watch it was not possible to drain its battery, since the screen consumes very little, and it also has a solar energy charging system that makes it stand still. deplete much more slowly.
Specialized measures
This watch is a device aimed at a specialized audience and some of the things that distinguish it are that it has a triple sensor with which it is able to orient itself using a compass, measure altitude and ambient temperature. It incorporates GPS that allows it to obtain data on the user’s location, which can be useful if you are looking to measure any of the more than 9 compatible sports activities.
Casio G-Shock highlighted
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By selecting one of them, the watch automatically displays heart rate, distance traveled, current altitude and speed of ascent or descent, so the user can know where they are going on their route. Offers Other Common Smartwatch Featureslike the ability to read notifications on the watch screen, although to do this you must first pair it with the mobile app.
It also has other health-related measurements, like the blood oxygen sensor or the heart rate sensor, which can help to know the user’s health status to some extent, although these are just basic measurements, as this is also not something the watch focuses on excessively.
I buy it?
This watch has a price of 499 dollars, so it can be a good buy, yes, but only for people who are going to benefit from its specialized functions. It is a robust watch, so it is able to withstand shocks and adverse conditions.
The fact that it has GPS is also a good complement for this type of use. In addition, one of its great assets is its long battery life, which is very positive when practicing outdoor sports. In this sense, it can be interesting for users who are fond of mountaineering or hiking, since its sports modes are capable of displaying data relevant to walking, such as altitude or distance.
Casio G-Shock sensors and buttons
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If you’re just looking for a smartwatch that can perform the usual functions of this type of device, like showing notifications, measuring pulse and sleep, or recording gym workouts, this may not be the best one. option, because the fact that it is a resistant device limits it in some respects in terms of comfort.
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