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# Rugged Outdoor-Ready Watches
G-SHOCK's New Line Comes with a Heart Rate Monitor And GPS

By Kanesa D | Published 2024-01-08 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g-shock-1
References: [wheninmanila](https://www.wheninmanila.com/g-shock-with-heart-rate-monitor-and-gps-functionality/) & [worldsio](https://world.casio.com/)

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[Casio Computer Co., Ltd.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-gshock-rangeman-gprh1000) has unveiled the latest additions to its G-SHOCK line of shock-resistant watches, introducing the [RANGEMAN](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-master-of-g-rescue-yellow-series) [GPR-H1000](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-rangeman-gprh1000). Part of the Master of G series, this watch is tailored for professionals working in extreme conditions on land, at sea, or in the air. The RANGEMAN GPR-H1000 also features an optical heart rate sensor and GPS functionality.

Designed with a dust- and mud-resistant structure, it incorporates Triple Sensor technology for compass bearing, altitude/barometric pressure, and temperature measurements. The watch also includes an accelerometer, gyroscope, and GPS for comprehensive tracking of activity and location data. Focusing on survival settings, this rugged timepiece supports nine field activities, giving users essential heart rate, distance traveled, altitude, and more information that can assist out in the wild.

Interested consumers can learn more about the new G-SHOCK line through the Casio website.

Image Credit: CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 7.3/10
- Popularity: 99% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 20%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Shock-resistant Watches:** The new G-SHOCK line from Casio features shock-resistant watches designed for professionals working in extreme conditions.
- **Heart Rate Monitoring:** The RANGEMAN GPR-H1000 watch includes an optical heart rate sensor for tracking users' heart rates in rugged environments.
- **GPS Functionality:** The G-SHOCK RANGEMAN GPR-H1000 watch incorporates GPS technology for comprehensive tracking of activity and location data.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Outdoor Gear:** The rugged outdoor-ready watches from G-SHOCK cater to professionals working in extreme conditions, offering durability and functionality.
- **Fitness Wearables:** With its heart rate monitoring capabilities, the RANGEMAN GPR-H1000 watch presents an opportunity for the fitness wearables industry to expand into rugged environments.
- **Navigation Technology:** The integration of GPS functionality in the G-SHOCK RANGEMAN GPR-H1000 watch opens up possibilities for advancements in navigation technology.

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