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Southeast Asian Celebrities Attend G-SHOCK 2500 Series Launch in Singapore

G-Shock 2500 Launch in Singapore Regional celebrities and media figures gathered at the IMBA Theatre at 18 Marina Gardens Drive in Singapore on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, for the release of Casio's G-Shock 2500 series, Wolipop reported. Casio…

Southeast Asian Celebrities Attend G-SHOCK 2500 Series Launch in Singapore

G-Shock 2500 Launch in Singapore

Regional celebrities and media figures gathered at the IMBA Theatre at 18 Marina Gardens Drive in Singapore on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, for the release of Casio’s G-Shock 2500 series, Wolipop reported.

Casio designed the new analog lineup to channel the classic aesthetic of the DW-5000C, the brand’s first-ever shock-resistant watch launched in 1983, according to Media Indonesia.

Modern Urbante Style on Display

Attendees at the Singapore showcase sported what Wolipop described as “modern urbante” fashion to match the watches. Thai actor Joong Archen wore a leather jacket and tie with jeans, while fellow Thai star Krating chose a black striped suit.

Indonesian actor Baskara Mahendra arrived in a grey suit featuring oversized pockets, and actress Carissa Perusset wore an all-black ensemble combining a mesh top, loose trousers, and an oversized blazer, Wolipop noted.

Analog Craftsmanship Meets DW-5000C Heritage

Casio built the G-Shock 2500 series around pure analog timekeeping rather than digital screens or smartwatch features, Media Indonesia reported. The lineup retains the octagonal case shape of the original 1983 DW-5000C while introducing an ergonomic redesign and the Multi-Mission Date function at the three o’clock position. GadgetDIVA reported that Tokyo creative director Yoshirotten helmed the visual project for the launch under the theme “Toughness, Refined.”

Southeast Asian Celebrities Attend G-SHOCK 2500 Series Launch in Singapore
Photo: Media Indonesia

Casio 2500 Series Offers Resin and Metal Configurations

The 2500 series spans multiple configurations, including the full-resin GAC-2500 for a lightweight, sporty feel, the brass-dial GMC-2500 with metal-clad bezels for a semi-premium look, and the full-metal bracelet GMC-2500D, according to GadgetDIVA and Media Indonesia specifications.

Both Media Indonesia and GadgetDIVA noted that the watches lack Bluetooth and smartphone notification connectivity. These monochrome units add metallic band loops, silver-reflective glass coatings, and a metal front button on the DW-6900MTM-8, and are already available for order on the official Casio Japan website.

Frequently Asked Questions About the 2500 Series

When did the G-Shock 2500 series launch?

Casio launched the G-Shock 2500 series in Singapore on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, at the IMBA Theatre, as reported by Wolipop.

Casio G-Shock
Photo: GadgetDIVA

What materials are used in the GAC-2500 and GMC-2500 models?

According to Media Indonesia, the GAC-2500 features a quality resin dial with a matte finish, whereas the GMC-2500 utilizes a brass dial with a sunray or honed finish and a metal-clad bezel.

Do the new G-Shock 2500 watches include smart connectivity features?

Media Indonesia reported that the series omits digital smartwatch functions such as Bluetooth pairing and smartphone notifications in favor of pure analog timekeeping.

What are the pricing and market availability details for the new November 2026 G-Shock models in Indonesia?

Information regarding the pricing and availability of the new G-Shock models in the Indonesian market has not yet been provided.

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