G-SHOCK announces latest addition GA-B2100 series with five new GA-B2100 watches. They are the first in the iconic 2100 line equipped with Smartphone Link connectivity via Bluetooth and solar charging capabilities. It was first released in 2019, the base-model watch GA-2100 was a contemporary interpretation of the very first G-SHOCK, the DW-5000C. This watch has a simple and stylish design that proved popular around the world, especially among younger consumers.
The new GA-B2100 has Bluetooth connectivity and a solar charging system, bringing this new GA-2100 shock-resistant watches a whole new level of convenience. Smartphone pairing (using the dedicated CASIO WATCHES app) via Bluetooth delivers accurate timekeeping. The Tough Solar charging system effectively converts light from fluorescent lamps and other sources to power the watch, thus eliminating the need to replace the battery regularly.
These GA-B2100 watches feature a slim module with optimised component layout to retain the compact watch face that the 2100 line is known for, yet they still deliver enhanced functionality. Combining this with the Carbon Core Guard structure that protects the module with a carbon-fibre reinforced resin case, this provides both shock resistance and a compact case with the same length and width as the GA-2100.
Design wise, the dual-layer dial construction highlights the dimensionality of the LCD and inset dial. There is meticulous attention to detail, it is evident in the metallic finish on the inset dial ring that gives the dial a look of enhanced texture.
For the new GA-2100 watches, Casio returns to the classic colours first used in the G-SHOCK 5600 line with reproductions of the yellow, green and blue of the DW-5600C-9BV (released in 1987, EOL), DW-5600B-3V (released in 1987, EOL), and DW-5600B-2V (released in 1987, EOL). There are also two black colourways: a black model with a gray dial, which is in the same colour scheme as the DW-5600C-1V (released in 1987, EOL) from the original 5600 series, and an all-black model.
Pricing and Availability
These GA-B2100 watches will be available at https://gshock.casio.com/sg/ and in all G-SHOCK stores from the middle of May.
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Model |
Color |
Price |
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GA-B2100-1A |
Black × Gray |
S$239 |
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GA-B2100-1A1 |
Black × Black |
S$239 |
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GA-B2100-2A |
Blue |
S$239 |
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GA-B2100-3A |
Green |
S$239 |
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GA-B2100C-9A |
Yellow |
S$249 |
Technical Specifications
| Construction | Shock-resistant | |
| Water Resistance | 200 meters | |
| Communication Specifications |
Communication Standard |
Bluetooth® low energy |
| Signal Range | Up to 2 meters (may differ depending on surrounding conditions) | |
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World Time |
38 time zones* (38 cities + coordinated universal time), daylight saving on/off, auto summer time (DST) switching, home city/world time city swapping |
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| Stopwatch | 1/100 second (00’00”00~59’59”99) /1 second (1:00’00” ~23:59’59”); measuring capacity: 23:59’59.99″; measuring modes: elapsed time, lap/split time | |
| Countdown Timer | Measuring unit: 1 second (maximum 1 hours) | |
| Alarm | 5 daily alarms; hourly time signal | |
| Smartphone Link functions (Wireless linking with Bluetooth® devices) |
Auto time adjustment Easy watch setting Approximately 300 world time cities Time & place Reminder Phone finder |
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| Other Functions |
Hand shift feature; date/month display swapping; day display (in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian or Russian); full auto-calendar; 12/24-hour format; button operation tone on/off; battery level indicator; Double LED light (Super Illuminator and afterglow: 1.5 seconds or 3 seconds) |
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| Power Source | Tough Solar power system (solar-charging system) | |
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Continuous Operation |
About 18 months with the power-saving function* ON after full charge * Power-saving after a certain period in a dark location |
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| Size of Case | 48.5×45.4×11.9mm | |
| Total Weight | Approx. 52g | |
* Information and pictures courtesy of G-SHOCK and Brand Cellar *