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When elegant craftsmanship meets avant-garde technology

The G-SHOCK MR-G series is every watch collector’s dream~

Published

June 16, 2023

MJ Jucutan

The pinnacle of G-SHOCK has just arrived in the Pearl of the Orient!

Armed with unparalleled Japanese craftsmanship and experience, the G-SHOCK MR-G series dawned with indestructible strength and beauty, integrated with cutting-edge digital technology to keep up with the times.

Homage to history

The MR-G series was born after Engineer Kikuo Ibe, Casio’s Head of Watch Design, created G-SHOCK in 1981. Ibe’s mission to offer a reliable, durable shock-proof watch birthed a timepiece withstanding the austerity of the daily grind.

The MRG-B5000B-1 pays homage to the G-SHOCK brand color featured in the very first model

Paying homage to the very first model, the makers of MR-G employed a Black Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coating on the MRG-B5000B-1. The coating yielded an all-black exterior, exuding a sophisticated veneer.

To complement the burnish, two Japanese hues were applied to the watch’s bezel and dial. Kachi-iro, known to the samurais as the color of victory, exhibits deep shades of Navy Blue. Meanwhile, the Akazonae evoked an all-crimson armor to illustrate alor by elite samurai units in the Warring States.

A tale of strength and beauty

The new MR-G series was showcased at a fancy dinner with key executives and individuals. Celebrities and select members of the press also graced the event.

L-R: Saki Nagaoka handling the toughness test, Founding father of G-SHOCK Kikuo Ibe together with GadgetMatch’s Associate Creative Director MJ Jucutan, and Sena Kuroda discussing the Frogman.

Kikuo Ibe, together with Sena Kuroda and Saki Nagaoka from Casio Singapore and Casio Japan respectively, demonstrated the beauty and toughness of a G-SHOCK timepiece.

The executives took pride in the timepiece’s durability, thanks to its all-metal construction. The band uses the DAT55G, a titanium alloy three times harder than pure titanium. Meanwhile, the bezels are made of Cobarion and Ti64 Titanium Alloy adding a glowing, radiant finish on top of enduring durability.

Various techniques were also applied in giving a sleek finish to the watches. Sallaz Polishing was executed to achieve mirror finishes on the surface of the titanium. It’s still considered the ultimate polishing technique among highly skilled artisans.

Furthermore, a deep layer of hardening process creates a coating that’s roughly four to five times harder than pure titanium. An added DLC coating also served to enhance scratch resistance.

The state-of-the-art nano processing by YAMAGATA Casio was also applied to create that defined grind mark finish. Its special shape is created with high-precision die molding.

Excellence in craftsmanship

G-SHOCK prides itself on excellent craftsmanship, applying different artisan techniques to create a luxurious finish. ASANO Bihou, master of the traditional tsuiki hammering technique, created a unique relief pattern to produce a rugged texture on the surface.

Meanwhile, Renowned swordsmith GASSAN Sadanobu has carved the Yasuri-me patterns on the bands. An inscription of the GASSAN family is also engraved to show their devotion to sword forging.

Casting artisan KIKUCHI Masano added a rusted steel texture using a special die on the bezel. It was then hand-carved by master chaser KOYABASHI Masao with the image of a majestic dragon.

Lastly, KOMATSU Kazuhito added his cutting and polishing expertise for the mirror-surface facet cuts in cobarion.

A real diver’s watch

The efforts and dedication in carefully crafting the timepieces from design and material to finish proved that the G-SHOCK MR-G is a watch worthy to be added to every watch enthusiast’s collection.

Moreover, an upcoming FROGMAN MRF-BF1000R will come with an ISO-standard 200m water resistance coupled with a titanium exterior. It will also have a sapphire crystal screw-on case back that uses blue vapor deposition to depict the iconic frog character, suitable for a timepiece made for plunging into the depths of the sea and freedom.

A luxury belonging to a premier purveyor

Casio Computer Co., Ltd, in partnership with CSC Time Inc, its official distributor in the Philippines brought the G-SHOCK MR-G series in the Philippines. The luxury timepieces are now exclusively available at the L’Atelier Lucerne at GF15 Shangri-la at The Fort Manila, 3rd Ave. cor 30th St. Crescent Park, West District, Taguig City.

To know more about G-SHOCK MR-G, visit www.casio.com/ph/ and follow its social media pages: Facebook and Instagram.

Accessories

Jackery SolarSaga series: Free power for small devices

Portable solar panels can charge small gadgets directly

Published

March 22, 2026

GadgetMatch

As fuel prices continue to surge as of late, one of the ways to make up for the additional expenses is to turn to alternative power sources. That’s including solar power.

And Jackery is here to help Philippine consumers, with the availability of their portable SolarSaga panels.

These solar panels are an alternative to traditional and permanently installed rooftop solar panels. They are engineered for modern and mobile life with portable, lightweight, and sleek designs. They are built primarily to be set up and put away easily, and charge small devices directly.

Simply put the Jackery SolarSaga panels where sunlight is available, and it will convert up to 25% of sunlight into usable energy.

To charge small gadgets like phones and portable fans, or even smartwatches, the SolarSaga panels come with a USB-C and USB-A port.

Another way is connecting the SolarSaga to Jackery’s Explorer power stations like the Explorer 300 Plus or 1000 Plus.

From there, users can power up devices, essentially for free. On its own, the Jackery SolarSaga panels are available in 100W and 200W variants.

The panels are also IP68 rated for water and dust resistance. This makes them usable outdoors when brought to adventures like camping, picnics, or beach trips.

The panels are already available through Jackery’s Lazada and Shopee platforms, as well as Techroom’s Lazada and Shopee accounts.

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UGREEN adds new Nexode Pro power bank, charger to lineup

Intelligent displays, fast-charging, user-focused design

Published

March 22, 2026

GadgetMatch

UGREEN has expanded its Nexode Pro charging lineup with two new devices designed for the modern user. They are the Nexode Pro 10000mAh 55W Power Bank and Nexode Pro 100W 5-Port Charger.

These new offerings combine intelligent digital displays, fast-charging capabilities, and user-focused designs for reliable power — whether at the desk or on the move.

The Nexode Pro 10000mAh Power Bank is the ultimate travel companion, delivering strong charging performance in a compact and travel-friendly form.

It supports up to 45W single-port fast charge, meeting the industry standard for high-speed portable charging. It can reach up to 55W as well when charging compatible Xiaomi devices.

The accessory is equipped with two USB-C ports, one USB-A port, and a built-in retractable USB-C cable. As such, it can power up to three small devices simultaneously without requiring extra cables.

With a rated capacity of 36Wh, the power bank also meets airline carry-on requirements.

Meanwhile, the UGREEN Nexode Pro 10W 5-Port Charger supports workstations. It has four USB-C ports, a USB-A port, and up to a 100W output.

It also has a built-in smart TFT display for easy power distribution monitoring.

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Hermès launches a $5,000 MagSafe charger

The charging brick is sold separately.

Published

March 20, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

Paddock Yoyo + Grand Paddock case

How extra are you as an Apple fan? No matter what you say, you’ll probably never be as extra as someone who buys a US$ 5,000 MagSafe charging case for their iPhone and Apple Watch. Hermès has just launched a series of leather chargers and cases specifically made for Apple fans.

Available now, Hermès has three types of MagSafe chargers for iPhone users. The cheapest one, the Paddock Solo, is a simple leather-bound puck that can charge a single device. The charger also has a braided 3.3ft USB cable. It costs an eye-watering US$ 1,250.

Paddock Solo charger

On the other hand, the Paddock Yoyo charger offers two charging zones for two devices simultaneously. Shaped like a yoyo (hence, the name), it allows users to roll the cable into a convenient stack. It costs US$ 1,750.

Finally, the Paddock Duo is a charging pad that allows for two devices simultaneously. It just doesn’t have a pocket for the cable. It likewise costs US$ 1,750.

Paddock Duo charger

Now, if you want to upgrade your pricey charging kit even further, Hermès has two cases for them: the Petit Paddock case and the Grand Paddock case.

The Petit Paddock case, as the name suggest, is a snug leather case that fits only the charger (and a brick, if bundled with the Yoyo). The charger and case combo will set you back by US$ 3,725 for the Solo, and US$ 4,225 for either the Duo or the Yoyo.