What is a G-Shock Auto-Light?

Hello and welcome to the frequently asked questions column, where we answer the questions we get asked the most. In this article, I'll be explaining the auto light feature, what it does, how to turn it on, etc.

Now, this is a very simple, but essential function in all G-Shocks, as well as all Baby-G-Shock watches. If you've ever been in a dark room, with no clue where any of the buttons are, chances are, you'd need an auto light. 

What it does, is pretty self explanaory. without the need to fumble around for buttons, the backlight turns itself on, letting you read the time, no matter the light conditions. All you need to do is turn your wrist 45 degrees, and the watch automatically does the rest.

Now, to turn it on all you have to do is press and hold the light button for a few seconds. Depending on your model, the light button will be either on the top right, or just below the display. To turn it off, just repeat the process.

Now, while the best results are achieved with digital watches (since the whole screen lights up), a combo analogue/digital watch with the auto light function can also be very handy. The hands and hour markers glow to show you the time, and with the neobrite treated watches, they'll continue glowing long after the auto light turns off.

Well, hope you found this helpful. Feel free to comment below with more frequently asked questions. Until Next Time - Jimmy B