Casio –A History of Invention

We often talk about innovation and history on our site. Usually this history pertains to watches. Today I want to look at a company with a slightly different history. This company does have a tradition of innovation, and today they manufacturer some of the most advanced watches on the market. They didn’t always make watches, however. Casio Electronics got its start with calculators, and since their first model they have a proven history of invention.

Casio was founded in 1946 by Kashio Todao. The company, originally called Kashio Seisakujo, started manufacturing a ring mounted cigarette holder at about this time. With the success of his first invention, Todao, and his brothers, decided to design an electronic calculator in 1949.

With eight years of design and hard work the brothers finally marketed their first electronic product in 1957. The Casio 14-A was a truly innovative calculator design for its time. It was the first calculator to use a 10 digit keypad, and it was the first to use only one screen to display numbers. More than that, the 14-A was the world’s first all-electric calculator.

This first product took Casio to success in Japan. Throughout the next ten years, further innovations led them to become a global company. In 1964 the company developed Japan’s first desktop calculator. By 1967 they had expanded to US, Canadian, and European markets with the world’s first programmable desktop calculator. Casio’s product development didn’t stop there. In 1972 they released both the first scientific calculator, and the first personal (hand held) model.

In 1974 Casio decided to diversify their product line to maximize profits, and the Casiotron Electronic wrist watch was born. From that date forward, the list of world firsts grows.

• 1976 – Casio Released the first combination clock-calculator
• 1978 – The Casio Mini was the first card-sized calculator
• 1981 – The first electronic dictionary was released
• 1983 – The first shock resistant watch and the first digital diary

This list could go on and on. Since their initial expansion into watches Casio has expanded into many other products areas (and so has their list of inventions). They have become a global leader in electronic innovations.

With over 50 years in Business, it is enough to say that Casio, is one company founded with inventiveness. That foundation has continued right through to today.

At Watch Shop, we stock almost the entire range of Casio watches.

Casio Watches – It’s all about the “G”

As a company, Casio definitely has a name for building quality electronics. In the past 30 years they have also built a reputation as a watchmaker. They got their start in the world of watches, with the advent of digital electronics.

When it comes to making watches, Casio has never been one to follow tradition. Instead they have carved their own niche in the market. With their high-tech features, quality manufacturing, and excellent warranty you simply can’t go wrong with a Casio Watch.

Today we will look at one of their lines- The G Series watch. With G-Shock watches for men, and the Baby-G watches for ladies, this line includes something to fit into any lifestyle. These timepieces are packed with features that work for you. Whether your idea of fun is a day at the track, at the beach, or a good workout at the local gym; these watches are built to stand up.

With a large selection, of Casio G series watches, not only will they fit your lifestyle, you’ll look good wearing one.

Here are just some of the features that you’ll find on the typical Casio watch:

• Shock Resistant
• 200M Water Resistant
• Auto Light with Afterglow
• World Time 29 time zones
• 4 Alarms & Snooze Alarm
• Countdown Timer
• Auto-repeat Function, Time-Up Alarm, Progress Beeper
• 1/100 second stopwatch
• Hourly Time Signal
• Auto Calendar
• 12/24 Hour Formats
• Accuracy: +/-15 seconds per month
• Approx. battery life: 3 years

Baby-G

Ladies you’ll want to check out our selection of Baby-G watches. You’ll find a good selection of styles and colors to fit your tastes. For the active woman of today, you can’t go wrong with one of these Casio watches.

G-Shock

For the guys there is the G-Shock watch from Casio. This line includes watches ranging from modern and stylish, to rugged and sporty. Each watch is packed with features that will help you in your active life.

Each Casio watch is backed by a full two-year warranty. The next time you are in the market for a watch, that fit’s an active lifestyle, remember the G! You simply can’t go wrong with a Casio Watch.

Casio Wave Ceptor Watch - advertised model for the BTCC WVQ-570E-1AVER

For Spring 2008, a model from the Casio Waveceptor range will be used in promotion with the British Touring Car Championships. The chosen model to highlight the range is the WVQ-570E-1AVER.

The Casio Wave ceptor Watch range features radio technology, meaning your watch is always perfectly in synch with GMT and BST and does not need adjustment. It also features a back light, chronograph and digital date display. The WVQ-570E-1AVER comes with a rubber strap, however other models in the Casio watch range come with metal bracelets.