2026-01

PC & Tablets

AGM Launches “PAD T2 Business Efficiency 5-Unit Set” Fully Compatible with Mainstream Japanese Business Apps, Priced at an Astounding 11,996 Yen Per Unit

AGM Corporation introduces the "AGM PAD T2 Business Efficiency 5-Unit Set," a cost-effective tablet solution fully compatible with mainstream Japanese business applications, offering 5 high-performance tablets for 59,980 yen (tax included), or 11,996 yen per unit, to address rising memory costs for SMEs and educational institutions.
Home App

SwitchBot Reduces Price of Flagship “Hub 3” to 14,980 Yen, Making Smart Homes Accessible to All

SWITCHBOT Corporation, a leading IoT and smart home brand, has announced a price reduction for its flagship smart remote control, "Hub 3." Effective February 1, 2026, the new price will be 14,980 yen (tax included), down from 16,980 yen, aiming to make smart home technology more accessible to a wider audience.
Home App

Nitori Launches “New Life Special Feature” for Single-Person Households

Nitori has launched a "New Life Special Feature" in stores and on Nitori Net, aimed at supporting individuals starting a new life alone. This initiative addresses common concerns about what to purchase, potential forgotten items, and budget management by offering a comprehensive, one-stop shopping solution for furniture, major appliances, and daily necessities.
PC & Tablets

HP Japan Unveils Latest Next-Generation AI PCs to Shape the Future of Work, Foster Business Growth, and Enhance Personal Fulfillment

HP Japan has announced a new lineup of AI-powered PCs designed to support evolving work styles and personal aspirations. The new products include the compact HP EliteBoard G1a Next Gen AI PC for businesses, the highly mobile HP EliteBook X G2 Series, and the HP OmniBook Ultra 14 AI PC for personal use, all featuring advanced AI capabilities and enhanced security.
Keyboard&Mouse

Elecom to Showcase Redesigned ‘EGG MOUSE’ at 19th LIFE×DESIGN Exhibition, Marking 40th Anniversary

Elecom Co., Ltd. will participate in the '19th LIFE×DESIGN' exhibition, where it plans to unveil a redesigned 'EGG MOUSE' to celebrate its 40th anniversary. This new version features dedicated covers for color customization and is scheduled for release in summer 2026.
PC & Tablets

KEY TO COMBAT Unveils A27Q7: A 27-inch Portable Smart Monitor with Android 14

KEY TO COMBAT has announced the launch of its new A27Q7, a 27-inch portable smart monitor equipped with Android 14. Designed to address various screen-related needs in the home, this device features a built-in battery, HD camera, and a flexible stand, making it suitable for a wide range of uses from recipe viewing in the kitchen to professional web conferencing.
PC & Tablets

ASUS Unveils TUF Gaming A14 Laptops Featuring AMD Ryzen™ AI MAX+ 392 and NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5060 GPUs

ASUS JAPAN has announced two new models in its ASUS TUF Gaming series: the ASUS TUF Gaming A14 FA401EA, powered by the AMD Ryzen™ AI MAX+ 392 processor with up to 50 TOPS NPU, and the ASUS TUF Gaming A14 FA401UM, featuring an AMD Ryzen™ 7 260 processor and NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5060 Laptop GPU. Both models offer robust performance for gaming and creative tasks, with pre-orders starting January 22, 2026, and general availability from February 4, 2026.
Wearables

NOMAD “STRATOS BAND” Limited Edition “ICY BLUE GLOW” Luminous Color Released

Presume Inc., the official distributor for NOMAD in Japan, has announced the limited-edition release of the "STRATOS BAND" in a new "ICY BLUE GLOW" luminous color. This innovative Apple Watch band, optimized for the Apple Watch Ultra, combines high-quality titanium and FKM rubber for exceptional comfort, durability, and a distinct glow-in-the-dark feature.
Gadgets

ScorpTokyo Announces Price Revision for Flagship Gaming Chair Models “ZERO” and “ICHI”

Gloture Inc. has announced a price revision for its next-generation gaming chairs, "ZERO" and "ICHI," effective February 1, 2026. This adjustment is necessary to maintain product quality and value amidst rising raw material costs, manufacturing expenses, and currency fluctuations.
PC & Tablets

TOYO Corporation China Begins Sales of Bluetest Wireless Performance Evaluation Systems

TOYO Corporation China, a subsidiary of TOYO Corporation, has secured sales agency rights for Bluetest AB's wireless communication performance evaluation systems in China, effective January 2026. These reverberation chambers significantly reduce measurement time for wireless devices compared to traditional anechoic chambers.