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Casio shows off the Green Slim Projectors, for gamers

Kyle Thibaut — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 15:17:57 +0000

Gamers listen up. You know that 40-inch LCD you’re proud to show your friends when playing FIFA 11, the one that cost $1100. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a much bigger screen for that same price? Have you forgotten about projectors?

Casio’s rugged digital camera EX-G1 gets 2 limited edition colors (in Japan)

Serkan Toto — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 18:21:54 +0000

When Casio's rugged digital camera, the Exilim EX-G1, came out last year, it received great reviews (for example, from us). And it appears as if the 12.1MP device sold really well, too, as Casio today in Japan announced [JP] two limited edition colors (the EX-G1 GN in green and the EX-G1 SR in silver).

Review: Casio GA-100 G-Shock Sports Watch

John Biggs — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 15:08:52 +0000

The G-Shock is a tough watch to love. They're Casio's answer to the Timex Ironman and, while they're quite rugged, the line has drifted towards Swatch-esque fashion models. Well, I'm glad to report the GA-100 brings it all back home with a world-time feature and stop watch that brings to mind the Citizen Skyhawk series with its dedicated readout windows below bold hands. The so-called "Three Eye" design (I guess the three dials - one analog and two digital - are the eyes? Whatever) and huge hands make this thing quite readable. The watch is light - about 70g - the watch is surprisingly cheap at about $99. It has a 1/1000th of a second stop watch, countdown timer, 29 time zones, and four alarms. It is shock and magnetically resistant, so you can wear it in the hatch in Lost.

Casio releases the PAW5000-1 Pathfinder Watch

John Biggs — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 13:33:55 +0000

Call me a sucker for a Pathfinder, Casio's monstrous sports watches designed for hiking, camping, and cage fighting. The PAW5000 uses the same quad-sensor movement as the other Pathfinder models including a digital compass, altimeter, barometer, and thermometer. Instead of an LCD display, however, the central seconds hand acts as the main indicator, offering a physical view of the various read-outs and cleaning up the face considerably.

CrunchDeals: Casio Men’s Databank Watch for $20

John Biggs — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 16:00:09 +0000

I remember I had a Casio calculator watch that could pick lottery numbers. Why? I don't know. I think I also had a data bank watch, very similar to this one, that I was able to use to keep all of my important phone numbers at age twelve. Those numbers probably included my friend Danny's, my friend Richie's, and maybe my own home phone number. Anyway, you can get one for yourself for $19.99 with one penny shipping.

Casio VL-10 synth is miniscule

Jimin Brelsford — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 20:15:28 +0000

Synthesizers? Calculators? In the same device?! If your first thought was, “I want one”, then today is your lucky day. The little brother of Casio’s VL-Tone synth, the VL-10, was spotted on eBay with 7 hours left to go. 29 buttons, 5 different sounds, and 10 drum rhythms can all be yours if you hurry. Video [...]

Woot! Casio Exilim EX-S5PE for $70

Doug Aamoth — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:40:18 +0000

This $70 Casio Exilim is purple but it’s priced at over $100 just about everywhere else, so let’s just go with it. It looks more pink to me, but Woot says it’s purple and who am I to question Woot? Speaking of Woot, that’s where you can get this deal (today only).

Rilakkuma Edition: Casio unveils ultra-cute Exilim

Serkan Toto — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:00:01 +0000

Casio is no stranger to teaming up with major toy makers, licensing super-cute cartoon characters, using them on existing digital camera models and offering up super-cute limited editions to a fanatic fan base. After cartoon cats Doraemon and Hello Kitty, it's now time for Rilakkuma, an adorable teddy bear. The result is the Casio Exilim Rilakkuma edition that was announced [JP] today.

Casio’s GPS camera coming in October

Dave Freeman — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 02:05:04 +0000

I don't get GPS in cameras. There have been times (not many, but there have) when I've been out taking pictures and don't necessarily want the whole world to know where I was. Casio's new EX-10HG camera is going to take that option away from me, with their new GPS-enabled point and shoot camera.

PRW-5000: Casio updates its Protrek sports watch line

Serkan Toto — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:00:16 +0000

Back in February 2009, we reported about Casio adding the PRX-2000T to its Protrek series of watches for sports and trekking enthusiasts. And today, about one year later, Casio announced [JP] the Protrek PRW-5000/PRW-5000T, which at $630 ($780 for the 5000T) is considerably cheaper than its $1,000 predecessor. (These are the Japanese street prices.)

New Japanese cell phone maker NEC-Casio to go America in 2010

Serkan Toto — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:42:42 +0000

As MobileCrunch reported back in August, three of Japan's eight top cell phone makers, namely NEC, Casio and Hitachi are going to merge their cell phone businesses next year. Under the agreement, NEC plans to integrate its handset division into a tie-up that already existed between Hitachi and Casio starting April 2010 (the begin of the new fiscal year under the Japanese business calendar). In the meantime, the companies involved decided on a name for the new venture: NEC Casio Mobile. The company's capitalization stands at a relatively modest $55 million, with NEC holding a 71% stake, Casio 20% and Hitachi 9%. And as I speculated in my previous article, that new company plans to enter the global market in a (relatively) aggressive way.

New cell phone maker NEC-Casio goes America, targets 200% international sales boost

Serkan Toto — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 14:39:30 +0000

Verizon launches hardcore Casio G’zOne Rock

Chris Ziegler — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:21:00 +0000

It doesn't sound as hardcore as its predecessor, the Boulder -- but Verizon's just-introduced Rock is actually the company's most functional Casio G'zOne model to date. Though it looks quite similar to the outgoing model, the Rock's headlining addition is the so-called Triple Sensor -- something certain G-Shock owners might already be familiar with -- which allows the phone to offer an integrated thermometer, compass, and pedometer. It also features touch-sensitive music controls, a 2 megapixel cam, and -- you guessed it -- mil-spec 810F compliance for resistance to the everyday ails of the world like water, dust, and sun exposure. It'll be available online starting tomorrow for $199.99 on contract after rebate, while stores pick it up a few days later on the 30th.

Verizon launches hardcore Casio G'zOne Rock originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Casio EX-G1 is for the fashion-conscious outdoorsy types

Matt Burns — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:12:48 +0000

A quick glance at the Casio EX-G1 doesn't revel that the camera is a rugged-type model. It's just too good looking. But then you might start to notice that the dials are recessed and reinforced and the case seems like it could work underwater. (it can) It's just that Casio managed to out a 12.1 MP ruggedized camera that's actually a looker.

Casio plans to enter the OLED game

Serkan Toto — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:00:34 +0000

OLED can still pretty much be considered a thing of the future, but we're getting closer to use the technology in our homes every month. Today, Casio Computer announced [JP] it has teamed up with Tokyo-based technology company Toppan Printing to develop and produce OLED panels. The new joint venture will start operations from April 2010, with both companies involved saying they'll focus on manufacturing OLED panels sized ten inches and smaller first (like the one you see in the picture).

Casio G’zOne Brigade brings whole new level of rugged insanity to the QWERTY clamshell

Paul Miller — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:21:00 +0000

Filed under: Handsets, Verizon Wireless, Casio

We've seen some crazy phones in our day, many of them from Casio, as it turns out, but the G'zOne Brigade really pushes the envelope. It's a ruggedized, weatherproof, Push to Talk QWERTY clamshell, with some of the odder physical protrusions we've seen on a handset this decade. Unfortunately, the QWERTY keyboard, which is populated with large and very clickable keys, is arranged in possibly one of the least sensible layouts conceivable. Software-wise the handset runs the full gamut of V CAST apps and also includes a document viewer for opening Microsoft Office files and PDFs. Price and availability info will be revealed "closer to launch."

Casio G'zOne Brigade brings whole new level of rugged insanity to the QWERTY clamshell originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Casio’s G’zOne Rock C731 for Verizon oozes tough

Chris Ziegler — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:54:00 +0000

Filed under: Handsets, Verizon Wireless, EV-DO, CDMA, Casio

We've been hearing about Casio's next US-bound G'zOne for a while now, but the Rock's been taking its sweet time getting to market -- not unlike the EXILIM before it, we suppose. We still don't have a release here, but PhoneArena appears to have nabbed solid shots of the C731 in the wild, showing totally typical G'zOne styling cues with the pointy tips, textured components, and a total disregard for beauty (at least in the traditional sense of the word). They still haven't managed to scrounge up a possible release date -- but really, you could argue that the Boulder still has some life in it, so we wouldn't be surprised if this didn't hit until closer to the holidays at the earliest.

Casio's G'zOne Rock C731 for Verizon oozes tough originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:54:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Casio Exilim CA003 and CA004 uncloaked in KDDI au’s winter lineup

Ross Miller — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 11:02:00 +0000

Filed under: Handsets, KDDI, Casio

KDDI au's unleashing its winter lineup, and among them sits Casio's latest cameras phone, the 12.17 megapixel Exilim CA003 and 8 megapixel CA004. The higher-tier former boasts a 28mm wide angle lens with 3x optical zoom and autofocus, and a 3.3-inch WVGA OLED screen. It'll also shoot a quick burst of 20 pics per second when you need to capture the exact moment and aren't exactly sure when that is. Other amenities include microSDHC card slot, GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, FM radio, and a handful of color options. Not wanting all that horsepower? The CA004 has smaller resolution shots, support up to 2GB microSD, and a 3.1-inch WVGA OLED screen, but is otherwise touting the same features. Akihabara News has some hands-on shots of the beaut you might wanna check out, unless you're the type who gets violently jealous by phones that aren't hitting American soil.

[Via Engadget Japan]

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Casio Exilim CA003 and CA004 uncloaked in KDDI au's winter lineup originally appeared on Engadget Mobile on Mon, 19 Oct 2009 06:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Casio Puzzle watch: Awful pretty

John Biggs — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:49:06 +0000

It may not do much - it's basically a feature watch with stopwatch, alarm, and 24-hour time - but it's nicely designed. This Casio, called the Poptone Cubic Puzzle Watch, comes in blue or black and has buttons stacked up, Tetris-style, on the bottom.

NEC, Casio and Hitachi make cell phone op merger official, announce international plans

Serkan Toto — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 18:42:36 +0000

The first rumors started spreading about two weeks ago, and it was officially announced yesterday: Major Japanese cell phone makers Hitachi, NEC and Casio are merging their mobile phone operations to become Japan's No. 2 maker (following Sharp). The name of the new venture will be "NEC Casio Mobile Communications".

Birth of a new mobile phone company? NEC, Hitachi and Casio to merge cell phone businesses

Serkan Toto — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 06:01:04 +0000

Big news from Japan's mobile phone industry today (Friday afternoon Japanese time). Various Japanese media are reporting that NEC, Hitachi and Casio are in talks to merge their cell phone operations to become Japan's second biggest manufacturer, following Sharp. Reportedly, NEC plans to integrate its cell phone business into a tie-up that already exists between Hitachi and Casio. According to rumors, NEC wants to take a majority stake in the new entity, which would then control about 20% of the Japanese cell phone market.

Major shake-up in Japan’s mobile world: NEC, Hitachi and Casio to merge cell phone businesses

Serkan Toto — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 05:54:25 +0000

G-Shock: Mister Cartoon x Redman x Todd Jordan

Peter Ha — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 18:30:23 +0000

At last night’s Shock the World party, Casio’s G-Shock line unveiled three of their latest collaborations with Mister Cartoon, Redman and Todd Jordan. The venerable Mister Cartoon combined his love of tattooing and LA into his custom DW6900MRC-8. It’s available now for $120. Redman’s AW591RED-4A is, well, really red and the limited edition G-Shock features [...]