Casiotron is back! Casio Computer celebrates 50 years in the watch business. The original design is revived with modern technology.

On February 15, 2024, Casio Computer Co., Ltd. released a new model. It is a reproduction of the Casiotron QW02, the company's first wristwatch, released in 1974 and the world's first model equipped with an auto-calendar function. It is a watch that acts as a culmination of Casio Computer's 50th anniversary in the watch business.

The 1970s "Casiotron" is being re-released using modern technology!

　Casio Computer Co., Ltd., is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its watch business and has reissued the Casiotron QW02 in 2024, marking this milestone. While retaining the original's retro-futuristic design, size, and texture, the watch has been reborn as a multi-function watch that the company is proud of today. Only 4000 units will be sold.

　The Casiotron was released by Casio Computer in November 1974. This model was a digital watch developed by the company based on the idea that "time is calculated by adding up each and every second," utilizing the digital technology cultivated through its calculator business. It was the company's first wristwatch, and also the world's first model equipped with an auto-calendar function. Not only did it display hours, minutes, and seconds, it also automatically distinguished between long and short months, eliminating the need for manual date adjustment. Later, they also successfully implemented a full auto-calendar, automatically detecting February 29th in leap years. The spirit of the "multi-function watch" that Casio Computer is proud of today was evident from the first model.

　The new model announced this time is a commemorative revival of the Casiotron, and is attracting a lot of attention. The design is particularly noteworthy. The company thoroughly examined the original design and reproduced not only the design but also the size and texture of the "Casiotron QW02-10 series." The dark blue face and "CASIOTRON" logo have also been retained.

　Although it is a reproduction, it is typical of Casio Computer that it complies with current quality standards. In terms of functionality, it is equipped with Tough Solar, Mobile Link function, and World Time function, and is the culmination of 50 years of evolution based on the development philosophy of "fully automatic wristwatches."

　Although it is a multi-function watch, the case is not too large at 39.1mm in diameter and 12.3mm thick, and it fits surprisingly well on the wrist. The bracelet links are also small, allowing for just the right amount of play.

　As a special model, it is sold in a special packaging, which is also a feature of this product. The packaging is made of paper, which is environmentally friendly.

　The retail price is 63,800 yen including tax. This is a limited edition model, so readers who are interested should check it out early.