{
  "id": 11261373,
  "title": "Casio is reportedly working on a second version of its digital watch ring",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/casio-is-reportedly-working-on-a-second-version-of-its-digital-watch",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-01T19:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/health-fitness/casio-is-reportedly-working-on-a-second-version-of-its-digital-watch-ring-as-its-retro-low-power-smart-ish-devices-continue-to-sell-out"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Casio is reportedly developing a second iteration of its popular CRW-001 digital watch ring, known as the CRW-002. The first-gen ring sold out quickly since its December 2024 release, and its innovative design and step-tracking feature have made it a favorite among enthusiasts. The CRW-002 will be based on the company's iconic A168 watch series and will be available in steel and gold finishes. It is expected to feature dual timekeeping, a 60-minute stopwatch, an LED backlight, a calendar, 12- and 24-hour time formats, and a feature called Time Flash, which illuminates the light at specific times. The ring will also have injection-molded injection-molded band, similar to the original A168 watch. Priced at $135 (around £100 / AU$195), the CRW-002 will launch in November, matching the price range of the CRW-001. The smartphone industry is experiencing a nostalgic revival, and retro-style watches are particularly popular as people seek to distance themselves from intrusive surveillance practices and enjoy simpler, more elegant technology. Casio's success with the CRW-001 demonstrates that there is still a market for these traditional designs, given their unique appeal and modern conveniences.",
  "summary": "Casio's time-telling smart ring alternative could be coming back as the CRW 002 — and there's clearly demand for it.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}