Everything I Know About the G-Shock Square GW-B5600MG Bluetooth Watch (Almost)
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- Опубліковано 7 вер 2024
- In the past couple of years Casio has released some really attractive G-Shock Squares, based on the original form factor of the first G-Shock from 1983. These newest versions feature things like Tough Solar to automatically charge the power supply and Multiband 6 to automatically set the time to "atomic time" right down to the second. The newest ones also have Bluetooth to connect the watch to Casio's G-Shock Connected App. The app can set the time for the correct "atomic time" in all parts of the world, whether you are within range of a Multband 6 transmitter or not. The app is also useful for setting everyday functions like the alarms, and other settings. With most settings, you have the option of making adjustments on the watch without the app or with the app connected. For some settings, it seems easier and faster to use the app. Also, the app will update the time on the watch in a matter of a few seconds whereas Multiband 6 might take a few minutes.
The set-up and functions of this GW-B5600 are the same as with other variations of this model AND the same as with the various versions of the GMWB5000 watch from Casio. So, no matter which of these watches you buy, you can follow my guide in order to use your watch. As long as it's a Casio watch with Module 3459 or Module 3461, this video is relevant to that watch.
The G-Shock Connected app is used to connect more than ten other models of G-Shock watches to smart phones and tablets, although the exact functions and features will differ depending on the watch. But if you use the app in its "Demo Mode" you can get a pretty good idea of how those other watches work. If you're interested in any other Casio watch which uses an app to connect to a smart device, I highly recommend a virtual "test drive" of that watch using that app's demo mode.
I neglected to show how to change the alarm time settings using the watch's buttons (and not the app). But it's fairly easy, especially if you have previous experience with other Casio watches.
Update: Later, I replaced the original watch band on this watch with a genuine Casio composite bracelet. Here's a video showing what I did... • New Composite Bracelet...
I have a GMW B5000. I really love the worldtime funtion, (very useful for my travels.). I changed the month-date to Date-month. And the backlight duration from 2 to 4 seconds.The only function I don't care about is the bluetooth one. As I have a strong signal where I live. I actually like the fact that it does not show the energy level all the time. As it makes the display look cleaner. It will still let you know when the energy level is low. It will show "low" instead of the date in that case.
Thank you so much for this great video! The M.DD and DD.M option is a game changer for many of us living outside the US! Less important for me, but still something I like very much are the 4 seconds backlit duration option and showing the local time when in stopwatch and timer mod.
Thanks for the App Demo mode explanation. Now it's time to purchase my GW-B5600MG-1ER
This is a great watch for those who can't get on with the standard G shocks. I got a GST a while back and found it too big and the dual analog digital display became a pain with the hands covering functions. While I can't get the atomic signal in Australia, this watch syncs twice day with the time servers casio use. According to online clocks' atomic time, it's always spot on to the second.
I got this to replace my W86 after the strap on it broke for the third time. I decided to upgrade from the cheap casios to the square G-Shock line, and went with this one because a) it was really cheap in the UK, compared to other G-Shock squares b) The green is a very similar colour to the W86, which I've used for nearly 10 years now and c) it was a positive display. All of the cheaper G-Shocks in the UK are negative display, which I wasn't sure I'd like.
I really like this watch as an upgrade from the W86. Couldn't be happier! The 'find my phone' feature never seems to work, but I think that's because of the app on the phone not being open properly.
I was shopping around for a cheap/second hand GST watch but just couldn't get the right deal. Then I saw this video and a light bulb lit up.
I found this watch for 118 euros new here in Spain and bought it online.
I don't like the negative displays which are ubiquitous these days.
The watch is on the way but I am very impressed already. Tough Solar, Multi band 6 and Bluetooth are the ideal combination.
So thanks for the video, you did me a good turn. And I don't have to worry about scratching a metal G-Shock.
This is the casio i dreamed of! Well in my dream it had sapphire glas but.. close enough 🙂
Wish this wasn't discontinued. All B5600 models have either a negative display or a colored display these days. Madness! The G-shock fans love squares because they are classics.
it was a good video. thanks for the all details about watch. im gonna evaluate what you mentioned in video before i buy the watch. thanks again.
I like all of my watches but I have to admit that I wear this one a lot!
Any of the positive display gw-b5600's are on my list, but they are 2 to 3 times the price of the negative display ones. It's so frustrating.
Take the hint casio. Most people at best tolerate a negative display.
I love the clear positive displays and also love the nostalgic warm tinted positive displays like on the gold / yellow.
I'm still looking, but I'm not paying 375 for one.
I ordered the b5600hr. With the little red accents to the band and face.
But man oh man I am scouring for a positive.
I'm repeating myself myself repeating.
Nice video, Greg. I just got a Mid Night Green so it was very useful.
Great video, thanks so much! Best wishes from London England
You are probably the best authority on watch boxes of any UA-cam channel. What kind of watch boxes do you buy/recommend? I am building a watch collection and need a nice case for them all.
If I just search for watch cases on Amazon and eBay I can find the ones like I show in these videos and the lower-priced ones are usually just fine. They are available with different capacities like 6, 10, 12 and 24.
My first gshock :) just ordered tonight. I have to thank you for providing all this great information because it helped me decide!
I really like this one. I put a bracelet on it and I am completely satisfied.
Just ordered mine tonight as well, my first g shock as well! Coming from a F91W and recently acquired F84W :) At first I wanted the all black 1BER but chose for the negative display and resin band 1ER. Thank you Greg Anderson for this informative and decisive video!
Wish I was close to a multiband station. Would make setting the GW3000 so much easier lol
Great review...I have 5610 but really like this model 👌 green is my favourite colour
Thank God i found you most detailed review on the functions of this watch. Even though my country is not near the transmitter tower. But the Bluetooth functions is what i really need.
It was hard to decide on whether getting GWB5600 or GX56BB.
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The textured bracelet in the middle is gen 1 and the smooth one on the left is gen 2. If I can get a good price on it, I'm going to put it in a titanium camo laser etched chinese band kit.
I've got the GW-B5600-BC blackout with that hard-to-read negative display. I found it fairly simple to open it up and change the screen polarizer to make it a positive display. Problem solved.
WOAH that's wild. I've never tried that before hagaha
I miss your reviews, Greg !
Thanks for the review, I just got mine. I am one of the people who dont like the negative display thats why i got the OG dw5600 first. I converted this to the fullmetal kit from Aliexpress and its awesome. Just a question dont get me wrong the display is so clear and crisp but if i tilt it down and in the left it blurs, is this the same as yours?
Hello Greg, I would like to know if in this model the buttons are easier to press (like a gw9400 for example). Thanks.
Great video! You sound a little like Norm McDonald!
Besides loosing the battery level indication on the display, the Bluetooth models also lost the capability to show when was the last time they succesfully received the Multiband 6 time radio signal. Now, instead of just pressing a button, you need to go to a diagnostics mode, as you show on one of your previous videos. Not even the app will show this information. It only shows BT time synchronization.
Update: I received the GW-B5600MG-1JF last week. Swapping the strap for a CASIO combi bracelet V2. The OEM strap is pretty nice, though.
@Jeff Chow much you selling for
As you're so much into gshocks I'd expect a ga-2100 review
I ordered it today.
Hi Greg, Please may I ask you to accept my thanks again for an excellent, informative and entertaining video?
I was wondering if you could answer a quick question about the Reminders feature. I know you can only set the reminders with the Bluetooth app. So, I was wondering if you know if the reminders are saved to the watch and will work independently if I do not have my phone in range. Thanks again.
Best regards,
Steve
display is so clean
I love the negative LCD much more
Just got one yesterday. Sold my GWM5610 as they almost look the same. Atomic signal never works in my area so this one with the bluetooth functionality will keep the timekeeping to the dot. I am not a fan of the white or very white “protection” and “g-shock” labels though. It’s too poppy. I liked the writing on the M5610 better. Also, the fit on the m5610 is much much better on my tiny wrists. I wish the b5600 came in the same m5610 case/lug to lug size :)
I just got this watch with a negative display. Trust me: don't do it. You can't see it. Stick with the normal positive display.
Хороший подробный обзор 👍
I've got one of the negative models and I found the constant trying to connect to Bluetooth annoying so I've completely disconnected the bluetooth, you have to do this from the watch, just deleting the app isn't enough. The watch now updates once a day from atomic time so the rcvd notice stays on all day
In my watch the rcvd stays on for a couple of hours and then goes away..One update a day is more than enough. As 24 hours later, the time is still exactly riight to the second.
“Constant trying to connect to Bluetooth “
Mine is working on Bluetooth, no issues whatsoever.
I’m not exactly understanding what the “annoying” part is, as there are no issues with mine.
I think he means the RCVD disappears from the display if the watch fails to sync every 6 hours, that can be annoying.
It is automatically disconnect bluetooth? If yes, how it is automaticall disconnect?
Greg good review but im not remembering u show your Edifice in the full collection clip...
These Edifice watches are new. I just got them this week.
Cool, Edifice are awesome
What’s the name of the orange one
How is the viewing angle of this LCD display? For example when I have my hand really flat I have rather poor viewing angle on my GW-M5610-1ER and much better on my Rangeman GW-9400-1DR, but display in the Rangeman is deeper and it weights 93g compared to 52g of the "brick" so I like them both for specific occasions. This model in standard "clothing" and with positive display seems to be the follower of the trusted GW-M5610. I agree that BT should be viewed as an option not a must for those who have good MB6 signal at night stand.
My G-shock dream watch is an GW-M5610 with Bluetooth for time sync as I live in a country that can’t receive Any time signals.
What do you think is the closest option to that? Or should I wait for Casio to make my wish someday?
I can relate, the GWB5600 HR would be a great alternative if you don't mind the negative display
Is this still available in the market?
I have the blue negative display vision which is some times hard to see but I got it in Clarence sale so I could not now level it on the shelf I use the time and place fetcher to find my car and use it has evidence for traffic wardens of the time I parked my car
Hi, that was a great video explanation in detail. Please let me know whether this watch (midnight green) updates on incoming calls & messages... Thank you.
No, it doesn’t.
Hey Greg, how durable do you think Composite bracelets are? Would you prefer that over resin bands?
Wow - I'm digging the red led reminder at 26:42. That's new to me. Do all the GW-B5600 have this feature ? Is it on Casio G-Shock GW-B5600HR-1 or Casio G-Shock GW-B56002D and it is all red ? Thanks in advance for the clarification
I believe it's red on all the B5600 series
Nice Review as always..
Quick question about the Bluetooth squares, does the Bluetooth on them always on? if so how does it affect the battery?
I would like to watch you review the new versions of squares launched this july 2021, like the gw-m5610u..tnx
The watch will automatically disconnect from Bluetooth after 3, 5 or 10 minutes as set by the user through the app. So using Bluetooth really doesn’t drain the watch’s battery significantly. I will keep watching for a good deal on the GW-m5610u. It looks like it has almost all of the features of this Bluetooth square except for Bluetooth. But some folks will be really happy for things like the M.DD and DD.M option, the longer backlight duration option, the LED backlight itself, showing the local time when in stopwatch and timer mode, etc.
@@GoodTimekeeper thanks for the info, now I'm really considering this MG square but I'm also intrigued about the lcd panel on the new U square models, if it has the same new lcd like on the B square models.
Do all bluetooth enabled g shock squares also have multi band 6?
Hi..
In your own opinion regarding these two watches
GW B5600MG and GW M5610U
Which has a better module in terms of performance?
And based on your experiences. Which is superior between the two?
TIA
From the Philippines
I like them both. I suppose I like the GWB5600MG just a little more because I enjoy using the Bluetooth features. And if I lived in an area where Multiband 6 doesn’t work then the Bluetooth time update would be my favorite thing ever! But, in everyday use, the GWM5610U seems like it’s the same as the GWB5600. I would like to see more color options with the new “U” watches since the older version has been available in dozens of colors throughout the last several years. I suppose more colors will eventually be available. I really like the colors of the watch in this video and, when I upgraded to a composite bracelet it made the watch just perfect for me!
@@GoodTimekeeper Thank you very much for the reply
More power to you
All your videos are all informative and direct to the point that I really like
Kudos to you !!!
Hi Greg, amazing video as usual!
I had a quick question - I own a G-5600 Solar, and am thinking of upgrading to this. Does this (GW-B5600MG) have better viewing angles and a crisper display than the G-5600?
The G-5600 is a great watch but the viewing angles are terrible even on the positive display imho.. the numbers just fade out from most angles
Thank you!
I honestly don’t know. I don’t have a G-5600 to compare with my other squares. But, to me, all of my squares with positive displays look basically the same and you’d have to literally put them side by side to perceive any minor differences. I know there are folks who are far more concerned about viewing angles than I am but, to me, it’s really never a problem.
@@GoodTimekeeper Thank you for your prompt response! Guess I'll check it out at a local store myself. Also, surprising to know that your absolutely enviable collection doesn't feature a G-5600 ;)
Hi. That was a good info. Can you help me with info on if we can set alarm on GW B5600 MG to weekdays only.
Unfortunately, it looks like the alarms on this watch can’t be set for weekdays only.
Greg, which one is a better buy, daily use, this one or the gw5000? Thanks
I suppose I would choose this one as a daily use watch. The weight is a little lighter and the price is a little less. I tend to save the GW-5000 for special occasions. But it's a close call. They're both very nice to use.
I returned this watch because you can only get the battery status via the app.
Greg I have noticed that set the backlight on my negative display to 4 seconds duration and wrist tilt activation. At the end of the 4 seconds it's flashes on off in a red colour, why? Does it mean low battery? Or is it a reminder of something else that I set? I am puzzled? Thanks. DARREN
When there’s an active reminder then the backlight blinks in red at the end. The only way to set up a reminder is to use the Bluetooth Connected app.
@@GoodTimekeeper thanks much just after I sent the message I saw that you covered it. I must admit at age 54 I am not a fan of the negative display. They eyes are not as good as my youth 😂 keep up the great reviews and guidance
How does the gshock 5610 compare to the w218?, I may pull the trigger on one if comparable!
The GW-M5610 is definitely packed with more features but, of course, you’ll pay a lot more for it. Personally, I prefer the 5610. It has 5 alarms, Tough Solar to keep the battery charged and Multiband 6 to keep the watch synchronized with Atomic Time. It’s also water resistant to 200 meters and has a tougher band than the W218 has. The W218 has three buttons while the 5610 has four, and I find the watches with four buttons are easier to operate.
BUT, the W218 is still a good watch and it’s available at a fraction of the price of a 5610.
Would you recommend this watch? Compared to gwm5610-1 which would you choose?
Bro I bought this one. I love it. It's so easy to set up and use. I have this exact model. Totally worth it.
Is this display more clear than the 5610? I think so from your other video, I think this my be the clearest positive display gshock square!
The clearest display us the W800H's, sure.
Is that watch has a code letter in the name that tell us backlight colour? I REALLY like blue Light(like in the video) instead of white.
There’s no specific variation in backlight color unless there’s a difference in the overall color of the LCD, like if it’s a reverse LCD. To my eyes, the LED of the watch in this video is definitely more white than the color of the E.L. backlights but still looks like a blue light. The lights on my GW-9400 and my Gravity Master look white.
@@GoodTimekeeper Thank You Greg!
Does anyone know an online shop in the EU (preferably in Germany), where this watch is available? I can‘t find it anywhere and I have the impression it has been discontinued, for some reason, a few months after it came out.
I just looked around for a few minutes and, so far, I found it in Miami, in Singapore and several eBay listings out of Japan which were more expensive. Hmmm.
@@GoodTimekeeper Dear Greg, that is what I found too. A few shops/ sellers around the globe (but outside the EU) and a price around double that much of the original. I will keep on looking in case the watch does become available again. Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones.
Need help! Does anyone know whether this watch has an auto repeat timer? Like if I set it for 5-mins, after it ends it repeats the 5-min timer automatically. Also, what’s the official model number of this new positive display? Love the video! :)
The watch in this video is officially a GW-B5600MG-1JF, but is also listed as GW-B5600MG-1ER and GW-B5600MG-1. The countdown timer does not automatically repeat.
@@GoodTimekeeper aww that's a pity. This watch would've been perfect if it had that function, I noticed that not a single G-Shock that has Tough Solar would have this repeating timer function! Or do you happen to know one with it? (Btw thanks for the helpful model numbers!)
sir how to know the battery status
Only available through the app. Ridiculous on their part.
How to check battery level on the b5600?
On the app. The watch itself will also display 'low' text when it's going flat.
Can anybody tell me where can I buy Casio brazalet combi un Europe?!
I have only bought Casio bracelets from Watchway.co.uk and it worked out well. I haven’t tried other sellers.
Does this model have the big buttons or the small buttons?
Small buttons, as do all of the 5600 series.
@@dustycups thanks for the info!
If only the square was on a combi bracelet!
I will probably get a bracelet for this watch in the next few weeks.
do you still have all the b5600 as now????
I have three versions of these Bluetooth Squares. So far so good.
Contrary to your personal opinion majority of people prefer reverse LCD, assuming they are of good quality. depending on the light conditions they could be easier or harder to see but, it is undeniable that they look far superior.
I think I must live in a place with poor lighting conditions everywhere.
@Vik, Where or what are you basing what the “majority” of people prefer? LOL sounds like you rendered an opinion too.
@@vik574 , it is also possible that if negative displays are produced in smaller quantities, they dont benefit from economies of scale, which lead to price differences. Basing popularity on price is not an accurate indicator. You need actual purchasing metrics.
If this watch has step counter it would be the perfect watch, the others g-shock are too big for me.
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Idk why Casio hates their American market. Why are they only offering this in snakeskin here? Why is the black and green one sold out at ADs overseas? This is potentially one of the greatest watches ever made albeit at a time when watches aren’t as useful as they once were.
🐍 is different compared to sea of blues and blacks
Per sostituire il cinturino in gomma con quello in resina (plastica) rigido servono degli attacchi particolari o basta l’acquisto del cinturino?
Potresti mettermi il link Amazon del cinturino compatibile? Grazie mille in anticipo
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Casio is behind on technology.
They’re just relying on a successful platform from the 80’s.
I can’t stand the bracelets. Much rather have a band.