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Casio super-sized a classic digital watch to create this retro desk clock

A Casio desk clock that looks like a larger version of a classic Casio digital watch.
The desk clock is inspired by a classic Casio digital watch, but includes additional functionality. | Image: Casio Japan

Casio Japan is releasing a new desk clock that will be familiar to those who’ve eschewed smartwatches in favor of simpler digital timepieces. It’s a super-sized version of the Casio A158W digital watch that could make for a great night stand alarm clock, although you may not want to hide its retro charm in your bedroom.

Officially called the DQD-851J-8JF, the clock will be exclusively available in Japan starting on October 25th for ¥4,378 (around $29). That’s even cheaper than the Casio A158W watch because the clock is made from plastic instead of stainless steel.

The desk clock also lacks a stopwatch and a chime that rings at the top of each hour, but adds features not found on Casio’s basic digital watches like a thermometer and a…

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