Get the latest tech news

Pimping my Casio with Oddly Specific Objects' alternate motherboard and firmware

Some time ago I bought a replacement motherboard for my classic Casio F-91W from Crowd Supply. The project keeps the original Casio LCD but...

The project keeps the original Casio LCD but replaces the entire motherboard with a modern microcontroller and open firmware. Next the tiny clips that hold the metal backing part of the module need to be eased open (see the official video for close ups of this). The red LED on the other side of the board will pulse and the watch will appear as a volume on your computer called WATCHBOOT.

Get the Android app