Key Takeaways
1. Casio has launched three new square-shaped G-Shock Baby-G BGD-565 watches in Japan, available globally.
2. The watches feature a shiny pearlescent dial, angular resin casing, and matching straps in various colors: soft purple, blue, and pink.
3. The BGD-565 watches are shock resistant, water resistant up to 100 meters, and include features like a countdown timer, alarms, and a fully automatic calendar until 2099.
4. They will be released in March 2026 in Japan, with a suggested retail price of ¥10,450 (about $66).
5. The international release is also set for March 2026, with further details still to be confirmed.
Casio recently introduced three new square-shaped G-Shock Baby-G BGD-565 watches in Japan. These timepieces are also featured on the brand’s global site, suggesting they will be available worldwide. They are referred to as “balletcore” digital watches.
Stylish Design Elements
Each of the new Casio Baby-G BGD-565SC watches boasts a shiny pearlescent dial, complemented by angular resin casing and matching straps. The BGD-565SC-1 showcases a soft purple dial surrounding a classic (light background, dark figures) display, paired with a matte dark gray case and strap. The BGD-565SC-2B features a blue dial with the same display style and white casing. Meanwhile, the BGD-565SC-4B is entirely pink, featuring a pink dial, a pink background display, and pink casing.
Tough and Functional
The Casio Baby-G BGD-565 is designed to be shock resistant and offers 100 meters of water resistance. It measures 42.1 x 37.9 x 11.3 mm (about 1.66 x 1.49 x 0.44 inches). Users can easily view the time, date, and day, thanks to a fully automatic calendar that runs until 2099. This model includes features such as a countdown timer, hourly time signals, a multi-functional alarm, and a stopwatch that measures in 1/100th seconds. Additionally, an LED backlight can be activated to light up the display as needed, with an estimated battery life of three years.
Release Details and Pricing
In Japan, the Casio Baby-G BGD-565SC-1, BGD-565SC-2B, and BGD-565SC-4B watches are set to launch in March 2026, with a suggested retail price of ¥10,450 (about $66). The international website for the brand indicates a March 2026 release as well, but more specific details are still pending confirmation. As a price reference in Europe, the previous model BGD-565U-1 is sold for €79.90 at the Casio Store in Germany.
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