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VITURE Announces First Sale for Popular XR Glasses “Luma” Series, Up to 30% Off in Conjunction with Amazon Prime Day

VITURE Inc. will hold a limited-time sale for its popular XR glasses "VITURE Luma" series, offering up to 30% off, in conjunction with Amazon Prime Day from July 7 to July 13, 2026. This marks the first time the Luma series and popular accessories are included in a sale.

2026.07.02

Wearables

Orange Inc. Launches “emaqi Premium,” a Cross-Publisher Subscription Service to Accelerate Japanese Manga’s Overseas Expansion in North America

Orange Inc. has launched "emaqi Premium," a new subscription service for Japanese manga in the United States and Canada. This platform offers over 400 series, including approximately 100 exclusive titles, from more than 10 major publishers such as Kodansha USA and VIZ Media, aiming to accelerate the global reach of Japanese manga and establish a legitimate distribution infrastructure.

2026.07.02

Uncategorized

Xiaomi Store to Open First Tokai Area Location in Nagoya Noritake Garden on July 18th, Covering Three Major Commercial Zones

Xiaomi Japan is set to open its 10th domestic store, "Xiaomi Store Aeon Mall Nagoya Noritake Garden," on July 18, 2026. This new store marks Xiaomi's first entry into the Tokai area, completing its retail network coverage across Japan's three major commercial zones: Kanto, Kansai, and Tokai. The store will offer over 300 products, including smartphones, tablets, and smart home appliances, and will host special grand opening events.

2026.07.02

Smartphones

Ponkotsu Quest Anime Collaboration Smartphone Cases Launch from caseplay, Featuring Exclusive Rainy Season Designs

caseplay announces the release of the first series of collaboration smartphone cases for the popular anime "Ponkotsu Quest ~Maou to Haken no Mamono-tachi~". This initial collection features 5 exclusive designs by director Keisuke Matsumoto, inspired by the rainy season, and is available for over 160 smartphone models.

2026.07.01

Smartphones

SwitchBot Launches Pre-Orders for “Smart Circulator 2 Pro” and Compact Robot Vacuum Cleaner “K11+ Pro” on July 1st, Featuring “Pro” Evolution for Popular Models

SWITCHBOT Corporation, a leading IoT and smart home brand, announced the start of pre-orders on July 1, 2026, for two new "Pro" models: the cord-free "Smart Circulator 2 Pro" and the compact robot vacuum cleaner "K11+ Pro." Both products feature an ivory and wood-grain design, aiming to integrate seamlessly into living spaces while enhancing air quality and floor cleanliness.

2026.07.01

Home App

caseplay Unveils “Rody” Smartphone Accessories for Over 160 Device Models

caseplay, a service specializing in on-demand print tech accessories, has announced the launch of a new collection featuring designs of Rody, the globally beloved balance ball toy. This release includes smartphone cases, earphone cases, and art panel speakers, available in five distinct Rody designs for more than 160 device models, including iPhone, Xperia, Pixel, and Galaxy.

2026.07.01

Smartphones

LG Electronics Japan Launches OLED TV Wall Mount Installation Support Campaign

LG Electronics Japan is offering a wall mount installation support campaign for select 2026 OLED TV models purchased through its official online shop, aiming to help customers integrate their televisions seamlessly into their living spaces as interior design elements.

2026.07.01

Home App

POCKAM P11 11-inch Tablet with Android 16 and Gemini AI Available for Approximately 16,000 JPY Effectively on Rakuten, Today Only

On July 1st, the POCKAM P11, an 11-inch Android 16 tablet featuring Gemini AI, is available at a 50% discount and with 5x Rakuten points at the Rakuten "DOOGEE store," bringing the effective price down to approximately 16,000 JPY. This limited-time offer provides a significant opportunity to acquire a high-performance tablet.

2026.07.01

PC & Tablets

Back Market Reports Significant Surge in iPad and MacBook Sales Following Apple’s Price Hike in Japan

Back Market Japan has announced a sharp increase in sales of refurbished iPads and MacBooks after Apple's widespread price revision for these products in Japan on June 25, 2026. Comparing sales from June 26-28 to the previous week, overall iPad sales rose by 87%, and MacBook sales by 152%. Notably, the iPad (2024 model) saw a 400% increase, and the MacBook (M4 series) a 180% increase.

2026.07.01

PC & Tablets

Enerpad Mobile Battery, Achieves Over 1 Million Yen in Makuake Funding, Now Available for General Sale

The "enerpad" mobile battery, which garnered over 1 million yen in support and a 341% achievement rate on Makuake, is set to begin general sales in July 2026. This battery features a semi-solid state cell, aiming to reduce fire risk, and offers magnetic wireless charging and USB Type-C PD fast charging.

2026.07.01

Chargers