2026-08

PC & Tablets

AGM Mobile Launches Pre-orders for First 8.68-inch Compact Rugged Tablet, AGM PAD P3, in Japan

AGM Mobile has announced the start of pre-orders in Japan for its first 8.68-inch compact rugged tablet, the AGM PAD P3. Featuring IP68/IP69K and MIL-STD-810H compliance, a 50MP camera, and an integrated LED lantern, this tablet is designed for durability and portability.
PC & Tablets

Android 16 x Gemini AI Tablet “A9 Set Edition” on Amazon Time Sale for 15,800 Yen, Featuring Keyboard and Accessories

The "A9 Set Edition" 10-inch Android tablet, equipped with Android 16 and Gemini AI, is available on an Amazon-exclusive 7-day time sale. Originally priced at 24,900 yen, it is now offered at a special price of 15,800 yen (approximately 37% off), including a Bluetooth keyboard, wireless mouse, protective case, touch pen, and protective film.
Smartphones

TORRAS Launches Ostand Q3 Rugg: An iPhone Case Designed for Enhanced Grip and Durability

TORRAS, a brand known for smartphone accessories, has released the Ostand Q3 Rugg, an iPhone case engineered for superior grip and impact absorption. This new case features a unique wavy frame and diamond-shaped texture for comfortable handling, alongside 3.66m drop protection and a 360-degree rotating kickstand.
Gadgets

Interview: Delving into the Design of the Latest Samsung Galaxy Z Series and Samsung Galaxy Watch

Samsung Electronics has announced its latest lineup, including the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8, Flip8, Galaxy Watch Ultra2, and Galaxy Watch9. Hubert Lee, VP and Head of the MX Business Design Team at Samsung Electronics, discusses the unifying design philosophy of "comfort" and "Emotive Geometry" that underpins these diverse new devices, from foldable smartphones to smartwatches.
Home App

Bic Camera Group Launches Three New Bic Idea Room Air Conditioners Meeting 2027 Energy Efficiency Standards

Bic Camera Group's original brand "Bic Idea" has released three new room air conditioner models (6-tatami, 8-tatami, and 10-tatami) starting from 74,800 yen. These models achieve 100% of the 2027 energy efficiency standards and feature "Dual Defrost Cleaning" for both indoor and outdoor units, along with smart functions like smartphone app control and a remote control temperature sensor.
Smartphones

Casefinite’s “The Frost Air Ultra” Now Available at Google Store Omotesando, Google’s First Direct Store Outside the US

Casefinite has announced that its "Made for Google" certified thin case, "The Frost Air Ultra," is now available for purchase at the Google Store Omotesando in Tokyo. This marks the first time Google has opened a directly managed store outside the United States, offering customers an opportunity to experience Google products and partner accessories firsthand.
PC & Tablets

ORICO Unveils USB4.0 M.2 SSD Enclosure with Dual Chips, Delivering 3109MB/s Read Speeds and 8TB Expansion

ORICO has launched a new USB4.0 M.2 SSD external enclosure featuring dual chip controllers, offering read speeds of up to 3109MB/s and support for up to 8TB capacity. Designed with a tool-free, pull-out mechanism, this enclosure aims to enhance efficiency for users handling large files, especially creators.
PC & Tablets

ORICO Announces 40Gbps Ultra-High-Speed USB4.0 NVMe SSD Enclosure: 3700MB/s Read Speed, Up to 4TB, Thunderbolt 4/3 Compatible, Dual Master Chip

ORICO has launched a new USB4.0 NVMe SSD enclosure, offering up to 40Gbps transfer speeds with a tested read speed of 3700MB/s. It supports up to 4TB NVMe SSDs, is compatible with Thunderbolt 4/3, and features a dual master chip and excellent heat dissipation.
Game Consoles

SpiralAI to Host Live Stream on August 18 for the Release of ‘RyzaChat: Your Own Summer Dream Story Created with AI Ryza’

SpiralAI Inc. announces a special live stream on August 18, 2026, to commemorate the official release of 'RyzaChat: Your Own Summer Dream Story Created with AI Ryza,' a new free-scenario AI chat RPG licensed by Koei Tecmo Games. The event will feature Yuri Noguchi, voice actress for Ryza, and Hiroko Saga, Editor-in-Chief of Weekly Famitsu, on the YouTube channel "Famitsu TUBE."
Home App

Shark Expands Heatstroke Prevention and Comfortable Environments to 65 Facilities Nationwide for a ‘Summer Without Compromise’

SharkNinja LLC has expanded its initiative to alleviate heat burden during outdoor activities and leisure, partnering with a total of 65 facilities and businesses across Japan, including hotels, commercial facilities, and leisure destinations. This effort aims to provide comfortable stays for visitors and guests, as well as improve heat countermeasures for on-site staff during the summer leisure season.