Casio teases mysterious new G-Shock GAV-01 watch

Casio has released more teasers for the upcoming G-Shock GAV-01 watch, sharing marketing videos on Weibo. There have been rumors about this new model for some time, which is expected to launch in China in the near future.

It has already been confirmed that there are four model numbers representing different colors: GAV-01-1A, GAV-01-2A, GAV-01-8A and GAV-01A-9A. Plus, there is now rumored to be a fifth collaboration or limited edition model, according to morgan_gshock on Instagram. Unfortunately, it is unclear how this will differ from the rest of the range.

Casio has yet to officially reveal the design or features of the GAV-01. However, it has hinted at these in two videos on Weibo, both featuring the new mascot CoolEyes. One video shows the figure entering a stadium, which could mean that there will be a game-related feature. Plus, the design of the stadium might hint at the shape of the case bezel. In the second release (see also below), the marketing video references the letter V, a particularly mysterious element of the new watch's model name. The accompanying hashtag 'OpenVWorld' does not clarify what this letter will stand for, with Geegshock suggesting it could be "Virtual".

The CoolEyes mascot is referenced in the packaging for the GAV-01. This limited edition box is expected to be available for the first 1,000 customers in China, though the release date remains unknown. It also remains to be seen whether or when this new Casio G-Shock GAV-01 watch will launch in other markets.