I received my new watch today. I opted for the blue band and I am very impressed with it. I’ve always been a fan of the frogman but always wanted an analog version. The connected app works very well with this watch. A great piece of kit. I am looking forward to taking it on a dive next weekend.
Thanks again Doug. I'm increasingly intrigued by this new Frogman and may have to place an order.... Great video. I love the G-Shock Connected app and the nuances based on the different watches it supports - a great invention by Casio.
This is one of the first times I have really seen a great final product ready for release. This has worked so well with every G-Shock watch I have had that works with it. And now with H-1000 allowing firmware updates on the watch, this is only going to keep getting better form here.
Great video and tutorial. I got my blue version and wow, what great solid watch! I was able to use the app and go trough all the functions, your video helped a lot, thanks! Question, unlike the digital G Shocks that have the hourly chime (totally love that feature) Does this watch has it or they went away with it? I just don’t hear it and couldn’t find a way to enable it on the app.
Thanks for watching Roderick, its a feature I always love having when its available and miss when it isn't. I wish they would have it available on all watches.
@@DougFNJ Thanks for your reply mate, and yes, I totally love that feature on G Shocks, it’s a shame it’s not present on this one. My relative bought this same watch and had to return it back for a weird issue with the lower right button (the one you press 2.5 seconds to connect to the app), he fully charged it, pressed several times, even called Casio tech support and couldn’t fix it. Button worked with other functions but the bluetooth setting seemed like it was missing or defective. Bad module perhaps? He had to return it back for a refund. It’s weird because I never had any issues before with G Shocks. My Frogman is working fine though.
Hi Dough, my dad gave me his frogman GWF A1000 couple years ago, I had no problem connecting it before, but my phone that was connected to my watch was actually lost in vacation it's been quite some time till i start using my frogman again, and I notice that the time wasn't right, so i tried to connect it to my new phone and it's somehow not working. Can you help me with this problem?
Thank you, couldn't agree more with the app, as robust or minimal as you choose. Great balance for someone who wants a smarter watch without having a smartwatch
Great video, thinking about this watch. Is there anywhere to see a list of the tides from the Connected App? The button is not highlighted, since I don't have a watch to connect. Specifically looking for the Jupiter, FL. (north Palm Beach) area
Thanks for watching! The app allows 6 favorite locations that you could send to the watch. When you tap on those locations, it shows the tide info above the favorites. I hope that helps
Hi Doug, great video as always. The thing I’m noticing with this module is that it’s always connected to your phone once it’s paired. You have to stop moving the watch for the Bluetooth connection to disconnect. I’m worrying for the battery life since I only have the watch for 2 days now. Also the iPhone may suffer in battery life ? Don’t know. What are your thoughts about this?
Thanks for watching Miguel. The great thing about the connected app and the watches is you do not have to keep it connected. Once you are done with the settings and anything you need to complete, you could disconnect. There is no need to keep it connected full time, and the app should disconnect it automatically, only connecting by itself to update the time at the intervals you choose.
@@DougFNJ yes, but with this module in particular it’s always connected. It disconnects itself if you don’t move or use the watch for 1 hour approx. then it connects automatically again. There’s no option to disconnect it manually unless you unpair it. Neither on the iPhone through the Bluetooth settings, no option to disconnect the device. I haven’t noticed any battery draining yet, it’s only that I’d like to keep things manually controlled as much as I can. Cheers.
@@Miguel-cq1ms NO it’s not always connected…You can connect it one time and set it up and never have to connect again. If it had to always be connected to a phone, how will it work if you are diving? It disconnects silly.
@@ajkrystal79 silly but it is. It is always connected, although it disconnects itself if you don’t move the watch for one hour or at night. So, it is always connected. Same as the new mtg b2000 module.
@@Miguel-cq1ms it’s Not always connected. You can disconnect it by totally disconnecting it from the app or closing the app completely. You don’t need the app after you set it up the first time unless you like to fix some settings on it. So No, it doesn’t always have to be connected. Stop spreading false information about the watch. Do you even have it?
That was great... now seeing how it works it has got me more interested... does is have a hand move feature to sweep the hands to one side and hold till you're done? Will share it again on my community page... once again thanks for doing a great tutorial :))
I would try disconnecting, remove the watch from your bluetooth devices and unpair from the app, and start over. If it still doesn't connect, definitely reach out to Casio.
Question for you, when in the tide graph mode, I believe, the dual time zone dial should read/show the time of the port selected in the app. Is that what you are seeing? I can't get the dual time zone dial/hands to read the correct time in the selected port. Any idea what I could be doing wrong? I'm getting the confirmation on the app that the setting was successfully sent to the watch?
I am thinking the main time should be the time selected for the port as that is where you primarily are. Have you tried reversing the 2 time zones? What are you seeing the Tide Graph do?
@@DougFNJ the tide graph dial itself seems to be operating ok, but the subdial that also reads the world time doesn't appear to be registering the correct time when in tide graph mode, the manual says that the subdial should register the current time of the tide port selected on the app.
Hi there While using the g shock app for my new frogman analog i discovered the find my phone feature but do not know how to use it. Please can anyone help...
I’ve noticed when I set mine to barnaget light and scroll out of the tide menu (on the watch) it loses the tide info on the watch, but not the app. Any info on this?
Make sure software is updated across the board, sometimes maybe a phone reboot could help. Also want to make sure the app is running in the background.
@@DougFNJ through dumb luck only I figured out the right series of buttons but darn if it wouldn't just long press connect .. many thanks for the reply.
@@DougFNJ Right, but it doesn't help when the factory alignment is incorrect, as is often the case. Casio should allow fine tuning the alignment, and making this the new default alignment that is used for subsequent auto adjustment. On the sample you reviewed, the minute hand is about 4 steps fast compared to where it should be, and the hour hand appears to be a bit slow.
It’s a pointless poseurs piece IMO, as a diver you need to know 2 things, your depth and your time, as this watch doesn’t show your depth, its as much use as a chocolate fire guard.
How many versions of Submariners have Comex put out that they used for diving far beyond what the average human would that were quite suitable for them? Lots...
Full disclosure, I am a total Dive watch poseur. I collect Dive watches because I love the engineering and design behind them. I do hope to Dive within the next couple years though.
Great point. Here's the great thing. You don't like Analog Frogman, there are plenty of versions with digital. You want a depth meter? They have a version. Want just solar? No solar? Plenty of options.
Andrew Lester That’s not the point. I’d rather have a watch that’s rated past my depth rating and I’m licensed to dive to 100m on open scuba. If you’re selling a dive watch that gives the user information about the dive why not include a depth gauge? It’s no more useful than any other watch in the G-Shock range because it only tells the time underwater.
I received my new watch today. I opted for the blue band and I am very impressed with it. I’ve always been a fan of the frogman but always wanted an analog version. The connected app works very well with this watch. A great piece of kit. I am looking forward to taking it on a dive next weekend.
Thanks for watching! Please let us know how you like it on the dive.
Thanks again Doug. I'm increasingly intrigued by this new Frogman and may have to place an order.... Great video. I love the G-Shock Connected app and the nuances based on the different watches it supports - a great invention by Casio.
This is one of the first times I have really seen a great final product ready for release. This has worked so well with every G-Shock watch I have had that works with it. And now with H-1000 allowing firmware updates on the watch, this is only going to keep getting better form here.
Forget the GMT watches this is brilliant travel watch
Agreed
Thanks Doug. Just ordered a black version from Toppers!
Awesome!!! Please let me know what you think when you get it!
The way you can 'nudge' the date window if it isn't quite aligned is genius by the way...
Oh I love that feature. It's the first time I really showed it off, but it is available on most of their analogs.
Thanks! This was a big help! Won't get to log any dives for a while, but you really helped me understand the settings and features!
Happy to help Johnny, thank you for watching
Great video and tutorial. I got my blue version and wow, what great solid watch! I was able to use the app and go trough all the functions, your video helped a lot, thanks! Question, unlike the digital G Shocks that have the hourly chime (totally love that feature) Does this watch has it or they went away with it? I just don’t hear it and couldn’t find a way to enable it on the app.
Thanks for watching Roderick, its a feature I always love having when its available and miss when it isn't. I wish they would have it available on all watches.
@@DougFNJ Thanks for your reply mate, and yes, I totally love that feature on G Shocks, it’s a shame it’s not present on this one. My relative bought this same watch and had to return it back for a weird issue with the lower right button (the one you press 2.5 seconds to connect to the app), he fully charged it, pressed several times, even called Casio tech support and couldn’t fix it. Button worked with other functions but the bluetooth setting seemed like it was missing or defective. Bad module perhaps? He had to return it back for a refund. It’s weird because I never had any issues before with G Shocks. My Frogman is working fine though.
Thanks for taking the time to do this very informative video Doug 😊
Really enjoy doing these! Thank you for the support and feedback
Hi Dough, my dad gave me his frogman GWF A1000 couple years ago, I had no problem connecting it before, but my phone that was connected to my watch was actually lost in vacation it's been quite some time till i start using my frogman again, and I notice that the time wasn't right, so i tried to connect it to my new phone and it's somehow not working. Can you help me with this problem?
Have you downloaded the new Casio App? They merged apps to one, that may get you up and running.
Thanks for this. Great 👍 video. Btw, if you had to choose out of the 3 models. What will be your choice. They all look good.
I like the all black personally. All comes down to personal choice :). Thanks for watching and your comment
I just bought the all black one
Check the one with carbon fiber bezel version. I have it and I really like it! It's black, light, handsome watch.
The G-Shock app is brilliant. I use it with my Rangeman and Mudmaster, really well done.
Thank you, couldn't agree more with the app, as robust or minimal as you choose. Great balance for someone who wants a smarter watch without having a smartwatch
Great video, thinking about this watch. Is there anywhere to see a list of the tides from the Connected App? The button is not highlighted, since I don't have a watch to connect. Specifically looking for the Jupiter, FL. (north Palm Beach)
area
Thanks for watching! The app allows 6 favorite locations that you could send to the watch. When you tap on those locations, it shows the tide info above the favorites. I hope that helps
Hi Doug, great video as always. The thing I’m noticing with this module is that it’s always connected to your phone once it’s paired. You have to stop moving the watch for the Bluetooth connection to disconnect. I’m worrying for the battery life since I only have the watch for 2 days now. Also the iPhone may suffer in battery life ? Don’t know. What are your thoughts about this?
Thanks for watching Miguel. The great thing about the connected app and the watches is you do not have to keep it connected. Once you are done with the settings and anything you need to complete, you could disconnect. There is no need to keep it connected full time, and the app should disconnect it automatically, only connecting by itself to update the time at the intervals you choose.
@@DougFNJ yes, but with this module in particular it’s always connected. It disconnects itself if you don’t move or use the watch for 1 hour approx. then it connects automatically again. There’s no option to disconnect it manually unless you unpair it. Neither on the iPhone through the Bluetooth settings, no option to disconnect the device. I haven’t noticed any battery draining yet, it’s only that I’d like to keep things manually controlled as much as I can. Cheers.
@@Miguel-cq1ms NO it’s not always connected…You can connect it one time and set it up and never have to connect again. If it had to always be connected to a phone, how will it work if you are diving? It disconnects silly.
@@ajkrystal79 silly but it is. It is always connected, although it disconnects itself if you don’t move the watch for one hour or at night. So, it is always connected. Same as the new mtg b2000 module.
@@Miguel-cq1ms it’s Not always connected. You can disconnect it by totally disconnecting it from the app or closing the app completely. You don’t need the app after you set it up the first time unless you like to fix some settings on it. So No, it doesn’t always have to be connected. Stop spreading false information about the watch. Do you even have it?
That was great... now seeing how it works it has got me more interested... does is have a hand move feature to sweep the hands to one side and hold till you're done? Will share it again on my community page... once again thanks for doing a great tutorial :))
It does! And I love that feature!!
HI Doug... do you have a vid that shows how to set time/date on the GA 2100? I have it in Yellow and Black if that matters.. ty Joe
Hi Staten, unfortunately I don't. My buddy Watchgeek did one last year though, here is the link th-cam.com/video/b0onnuFe5Pc/w-d-xo.html
@@DougFNJ TY Doug! Joe
does have Hourly signal option? thanks for great review bro
Thanks for watching! Unfortunately no Hourly, I always set those too.
DougFNJ thanks for the clarification Doug🙏 Too bad he doesn't have this option ! with or without remains a awesome frogman💪
My watch will not connect to Bluetooth. Should I return it or am I doing something wrong.
I would try disconnecting, remove the watch from your bluetooth devices and unpair from the app, and start over. If it still doesn't connect, definitely reach out to Casio.
Question for you, when in the tide graph mode, I believe, the dual time zone dial should read/show the time of the port selected in the app. Is that what you are seeing? I can't get the dual time zone dial/hands to read the correct time in the selected port. Any idea what I could be doing wrong? I'm getting the confirmation on the app that the setting was successfully sent to the watch?
I am thinking the main time should be the time selected for the port as that is where you primarily are. Have you tried reversing the 2 time zones? What are you seeing the Tide Graph do?
@@DougFNJ the tide graph dial itself seems to be operating ok, but the subdial that also reads the world time doesn't appear to be registering the correct time when in tide graph mode, the manual says that the subdial should register the current time of the tide port selected on the app.
Hi there
While using the g shock app for my new frogman analog i discovered the find my phone feature but do not know how to use it. Please can anyone help...
Go into the instruction area of the app if you have any problems. Hold onto the bottom tight hand button and keep it held until you hear your phone.
I’ve noticed when I set mine to barnaget light and scroll out of the tide menu (on the watch) it loses the tide info on the watch, but not the app. Any info on this?
Im guessing it left Tide Graph mode?
Does it show the diving depth?
It does not, the previous version fo the Frogman did though. I need to get that version to review.
Sir How I check the better level !
In the app, the battery icon is the charge left
@@DougFNJ oh I see ! so you can not check from the watch like the other watch’s ?
I can’t get mine to point at c. It points at RC.
This does not automatically synchronize my daily time with my mobile phone
What can I do
Make sure software is updated across the board, sometimes maybe a phone reboot could help. Also want to make sure the app is running in the background.
Thank you 👍🙂
Thanks for watching!
How the hell do you change the 📅
Connect it and synch it to your phone and watch the magic happen
Mine wont have the seconds hand go to the C ... and apparently without being able to connect basically means nothing can be set Arghhhhh
Is it showing as connected on your phone?
@@DougFNJ through dumb luck only I figured out the right series of buttons but darn if it wouldn't just long press connect .. many thanks for the reply.
How much
Reach out to Topper......
I guess this means you are not able to fix the misalignment of the minute hand and hour hand using the app. Too bad.
The minute and hour hand alignment is set at factory. The feature moves it back to the factory alignment
@@DougFNJ Right, but it doesn't help when the factory alignment is incorrect, as is often the case. Casio should allow fine tuning the alignment, and making this the new default alignment that is used for subsequent auto adjustment. On the sample you reviewed, the minute hand is about 4 steps fast compared to where it should be, and the hour hand appears to be a bit slow.
It’s a pointless poseurs piece IMO, as a diver you need to know 2 things, your depth and your time, as this watch doesn’t show your depth, its as much use as a chocolate fire guard.
How many versions of Submariners have Comex put out that they used for diving far beyond what the average human would that were quite suitable for them? Lots...
Full disclosure, I am a total Dive watch poseur. I collect Dive watches because I love the engineering and design behind them. I do hope to Dive within the next couple years though.
Great point. Here's the great thing. You don't like Analog Frogman, there are plenty of versions with digital. You want a depth meter? They have a version. Want just solar? No solar? Plenty of options.
Andrew Lester That’s not the point. I’d rather have a watch that’s rated past my depth rating and I’m licensed to dive to 100m on open scuba. If you’re selling a dive watch that gives the user information about the dive why not include a depth gauge? It’s no more useful than any other watch in the G-Shock range because it only tells the time underwater.
Mate you don’t use your Frogman to measure your depth, as you have other diving instruments for that I.e. it’s not required for Frogman.