Casio has added the A130WE series to its Vintage lineup, introducing a new range of digital watches that recreate the analog-LCD hybrid designs popular in the 1980s. The company is set to launch the series in Japan later this month, with the A130WE-3AJF and A130WE-9AJF priced at ¥8,800 ($54). The watches are now available for pre-order.
Design Details
The LCD splits into separate digital and analog-style sections. The upper left quadrant features a digital rendering of an analog clock with moving hands to display the local time.
The upper right section contains a graphic indicator that tracks the progress of the watch’s active functions, such as the timer or stopwatch. The bottom half of the screen functions as a standard digital display, showing the hour, minute, second, date, and day of the week.
For the exterior hardware, Casio is using an angular case made from chrome-plated resin. The watch measures 40.5 x 33.9 x 9 mm and weighs 54 grams. It comes paired with a self-adjustable stainless steel band and a resin glass cover over the display.
The series is available in standard metallic finishes, including silver, gold, and gunmetal. Casio is also using tinted LCD panels on certain variations to contrast with the cases; the A130WE-7A features a blue display, while the A130WEGG-1A uses an orange screen.
Internally, the watch runs on a standard CR1616 battery, which is rated to last approximately three years. It includes basic water resistance for daily wear and an amber LED backlight with a selectable duration of either 1.5 or 3 seconds.
The software includes standard digital watch functions. It supports world time across 31 time zones and 48 cities, with a multi-time feature that lets users save four specific cities for quick access. It also includes a 1/100-second stopwatch, a 24-hour countdown timer, five daily alarms, and a full auto-calendar.
In related news, Casio has recently launched two modular Baby-G watches that combine a detachable design with retro Y2K-inspired styling. The company has also introduced four Luxe Black G-Shock 2100 models in the US, featuring a sleek all-black aesthetic.
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