Casio set to release $220 calculator

Casio is set to release a calculator for $220.

It's been 50 years since the first memory function calculator was released.

According to the Wall Street Journal, Casio’s $220 calculator won't come with any apps, Wi-Fi or high-tech flare.

According to the report, the Casio computer company will introduce the "S-100 flagship model" in Japan.

Casio says it believes a luxury version would appeal people who seek high quality products.

The company is even comparing the calculator to the "fountain pen".

The first calculator debuted by Casio costs a little more than $1,000, and that was back in 1965.

It also weighed 37 pounds.

The $220 calculator will go on sale starting September 30th.