Casio has expanded its G-SHOCK Move running line with the GBD-100. In fact, this is a simplified (budget) version of the more sophisticated G-Squad GBD-H1000 watch. The simplification is that there is no solar battery, USB charging, heart rate monitor and Triple Sensor (barometer, thermometer, compass). Nevertheless, the functionality of the new GBD-100 is quite extensive and is aimed specifically at running users.
The case measures 58,2 x 49,3 x 17 mm (for comparison: the GBD-H1000 has 63 x 55 x 20,4 mm), and its contours are replete with asymmetric elements in a futuristic style. Color options include black with blue or red accents and blue with pink and purple. Any of these emphasize the avant-garde character of the GBD-100's overall design. Of course, all the proprietary indestructibility of the G-SHOCK watch is fully available.
The Run button, which starts the training mode (stopwatch with timer and pedometer), is located on the left, which prevents accidental clicks; the Mode button, which switches to other modes, is located below it. The soft and durable strap is inspired by the sporty G-Squad concept, with wide openings for better wrist ventilation and special pads for a secure fit on the wrist.
The digital display MIP is an electronic panel with high resolution and contrast. Communication with a smartphone via Bluetooth is provided, and the display shows notifications of incoming calls, SMS, e-mail messages, reminders, etc. There is also a vibration alert. And, of course, high-precision time counting, supplemented by the functions of a calendar, world timer, alarm clock, split-chronograph.
The pedometer counts the steps taken and calories burned, and a special application using the smartphone's GPS allows you to keep track of the distance covered (declared accuracy - 3%), speed, visited points on the route. The watch is equipped with five interval timers and a stopwatch for 100 hours. The training log stores data for 100 races of 140 laps each. We remind you that this model does not have a solar battery, as well as the possibility of recharging from the mains via a USB connector. A full battery charge provides 2 years of autonomy.
