The sixth collaboration between Nissan Japan and Casio’s G-SHOCK watches continues with the launch of the GT-R sports car series-themed limited edition G-SHOCK DW-5600 model.

This year’s model appears as a watch that stands out with its matte black design, featuring Nissan’s iconic GT-R logo. It was announced that the watch will be released as part of forty new products in the Nissan Collection and will coincide with the GT-R vehicle launches.

Design and Features

The DW-5600 has classic G-SHOCK durability, with a positive LCD screen, black buttons, and a black buckle. While the GT-R logo is prominently featured on the dial of the watch, the logo is also engraved on the stainless steel case back of the watch. The watch will be presented in a special tin case decorated with the GT-R logo, adding to its collectible value.

The retail price of the watch in Japan is set at approximately $133. The watch will be on sale on October 17, 2024. will be offered and will be sold at select Nissan dealerships in Japan, its Online Store, and locations such as Global Headquarters Gallery and Crossing boutiques. However, the watch will not be distributed globally and will only be sold within Japan. This limited edition G-SHOCK stands out as a special piece for collectors, combining the GT-R series with Casio’s robust watch designs.

Galaxy Ring, the smallest and most compact product of the Galaxy wearable portfolio, introduced by Samsung in July 2024, fits comfortably on users’ fingers like an ordinary ring. Equipped with state-of-the-art sensors and Galaxy AI features, the smart ring Galaxy Ring offers a powerful fitness management experience.

Dating back more than 3,000 years to ancient Egypt, rings have symbolized different values ​​of love, power and self-expression throughout human history. Now, the Galaxy Ring offered by Samsung Electronics has added fit to these values.

Samsung’s smart ring, Galaxy Ring, offers users comprehensive fitness tracking as a device that can be worn comfortably 24/7 with its ultra-compact and lightweight design. Its advanced artificial intelligence algorithms in sleep tracking, daily fitness scores and groundbreaking features in personalized fitness management provide meaningful data to improve users’ lifestyles.

Compact design optimized for 24/7 fitness tracking

Samsung Electronics Mobile Experience Business Unit Wearable Product Planning Group, which undertook the development and design of the Galaxy Ring, focused specifically on the rapidly growing field of fitness management while exploring new opportunities in the wearable device market.

This led Samsung to search for the most suitable form factor that delivers more accurate and fluid fitness data for personalized fitness solutions. After evaluating various form factors, the ring was decided on a user-friendly, small and lightweight object that could be worn 24/7.

Effortless user experience targeted

The main focus during the development of Galaxy Ring was to provide users with meaningful fitness information. Throughout the process, we worked in coordination with Samsung’s Digital Health Team and other relevant departments. One notable outcome of these collaborations was the launch of the Energy Score feature in Samsung Health.

In addition, users can also receive personalized fitness information powered by Galaxy AI to achieve their fitness goals faster. A new step in active and autonomous fitness management, this innovation goes beyond fitness tracking alone to offer users valuable information and guidance towards healthier living.

Comfort and aesthetics were among the main priorities of the teams developing the Galaxy Ring. Roh says users are surprised to see how light the wearable is: “During the planning phase, we did extensive research to deliver comfort and lightness. “We also carefully selected colors that match a wide range of styles.” While Roh states that it was especially challenging to design hand gestures and implement them, he emphasizes that they focused on various user scenarios to ensure that their product is practical and useful for everyone to create a connected Galaxy ecosystem.

As a result of all these efforts, Samsung introduced the feature that allows users to turn off the Wake-up alarm by squeezing their thumb and index finger twice while the Galaxy Ring is worn. It is also possible to control the camera of Galaxy smartphones with the same hand gesture, and this feature maximizes the connection between devices.

Unlike previous products, promotions were held before the launch of the Galaxy Ring to draw attention to the product. When the product was introduced to the markets, it turned out that the excitement for this wearable product was far beyond expectations. While the increasing interest inspired everyone working on the product, in the final stage of the launch, the teams worked intensively to bring the device to its current state.

A new era in fitness management begins

Galaxy Ring, the newest member of Samsung’s Galaxy wearable product series, was introduced as a game-changing innovation. This new form factor, introduced after the Galaxy Watch Series, provides a more up-close and personal fitness experience with powerful capabilities in a small and lightweight structure. During the development process, Samsung’s product development, design and other relevant departments worked intensively to make this success possible.

Galaxy Ring goes beyond just being a fitness tracker for users. Galaxy Ring marks the beginning of a comprehensive and personal fitness management journey. With this product, Samsung aims to usher in a new era of possibilities in the wearable technology market. In this context, it continues to work to maximize the benefits of Galaxy Ring’s ultra-small form factor and enable users to track their fitness data in the easiest way possible.

Samsung aims to offer much more than just measuring fitness data, focusing on providing unique insights and meaningful wellness improvements into each user’s life. As innovations continue, the company believes its users will share the same excitement for its future products. Galaxy Ring represents a new window opened to users in Samsung’s daily fitness management.

Casio is preparing to add two new models to its popular G-Shock Full Metal collection in October: GM-B2100SD-1A and GMC-B2100ZE-1A. These new models carry the standards of the collection forward in both aesthetic and functional terms.

G-SHOCK GM-B2100SD-1A Features

A refined version of the GM-B2100D-1A model released in 2022, the GM-B2100SD-1A offers improved readability with a dark gray background and silver hands and markers. This small design change can make a big difference, especially for users who need to quickly check the time in different lighting conditions.

This model also has technological features such as a hybrid analog and digital display combination, Bluetooth connection and solar charging. The Bluetooth function allows it to sync with smartphones, providing an integrated experience with functions such as automatic time settings, reminders and phone finding. Casio’s solar charging system ensures long-term use, providing the watch with a battery life of up to seven months.

• Pricing and Availability: The GM-B2100SD-1A is now available for pre-order in Japan for JP¥84,700 (approximately $572). Global pricing and release date are yet to be confirmed.

G-SHOCK GMC-B2100ZE-1A Features

Special for Casio’s 50th anniversary aspect designed, the GMC-B2100ZE-1A features a black ion-plated stainless steel bezel with gold accents and a gold ion-plated link on a stainless steel bracelet. This design has a sophisticated look with the durability of G-Shock.

Although the GMC-B2100ZE-1A has features found in other Full Metal models such as Bluetooth connectivity and solar charging, it stands out aesthetically with its gold details. The watch comes with smart features like automatic time adjustments and phone integration with the Casio Watches app.

• Pricing and Availability: The price of the GMC-B2100ZE-1A is expected to be higher, with US retail price rumored to be around $930. Official release date and pricing outside Japan have not been finalized yet.

These two new models from Casio continue the brand’s tradition of combining durability and technology with sophisticated design, adding exciting innovations to the G-Shock Full Metal collection.