Gadgets

Neospark LLC's MONOLAND brand introduces the “Gokuryo Mist Fan” on Makuake, a cordless mist fan designed to provide a refreshing cooling experience in various settings, from outdoor leisure to indoor spaces, by combining wind and ultra-fine mist to achieve a cooling sensation of up to -7°C. Pre-sales begin July 24, 2026, with special early bird offers.

Geo Store, a group company of Geo Holdings, has announced a naming contest for the official character of its new business format, "Geo Digital Base." The character, which debuted with the first store opening in March 2026, will serve to promote the digital specialty store. The contest offers a grand prize of a 100,000 yen JCB Gift Card for the adopted name.

Market Research Center has released a comprehensive report, "Global Micro Reed Switches (Below 3W) Market 2026-2032," forecasting significant growth from $112 million in 2025 to $168 million by 2032, driven by increasing demand for compact, low-power electronic devices across diverse applications.

YOCABITO Co., Ltd. introduces new packing starter sets from the outdoor brand VOLLYC, including EZY Compression Bags and comprehensive vacuum pump sets, designed to make travel preparation smarter and more enjoyable.

Buffalo Inc. announces the release of its fifth TV commercial for the "Project Supporting Artists' Challenges," featuring architect Jun Aoki. Filmed at the Aomori Museum of Art, which Aoki designed, the CM highlights how Buffalo's IT infrastructure supports innovative artistic endeavors.

CYBER Gadget has announced the release of the 'CYBER・Retro Style Gamepad 6B Wireless Type (for Switch2/Switch),' a new controller for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. This gamepad features a classic retro design with a 6-button layout on the top, offering both wireless and wired connectivity, high-precision Hall effect sensors, and customizable functions for an enhanced gaming experience.

SOPPY, a lifestyle brand by L&L LivelyLife Inc., has released the "Cooling Plate Equipped 8-WAY Handy Fan T19." This versatile fan features a 3-level airflow and a direct cooling plate, offering eight distinct ways to provide personal cooling, including attachment to parasols.

Optyino.ai analyzed 40,930 AI responses to prompts about home appliances and gadgets to understand brand recommendation trends. The study revealed that Panasonic was the most frequently mentioned brand, appearing in over half of all responses, highlighting a significant concentration of brand mentions in generative AI outputs.

CARMATE's IRIE series launches its second product, the "Smartphone Cooling Handy Fan WH," designed to cool both individuals and their smartphones. This fan integrates a Peltier cooling plate and MagSafe compatibility, allowing it to function as a smartphone stand while actively reducing device heat during extended use. It also features a durable and safe Lithium Iron Phosphate battery.

ELESS Co., Ltd. has announced the launch of the "iFan Fino Pro," a versatile 5-WAY smart fan designed to enhance daily comfort. This compact device functions as a handy fan, desk fan, neck fan, mobile battery, and smartphone stand, making it an ideal companion for various situations.