Gadgets

Ottocast is holding a special discount campaign on select in-car digital devices on Amazon and Rakuten until January 31, 2026. This initiative aims to help drivers transform their daily commutes into more comfortable and enjoyable experiences by upgrading their vehicle's digital environment.

BANDAI SPIRITS has announced the return of "Combat Mecha Xabungle" and "Walker Gallia" to the SMP [SHOKUGAN MODELING PROJECT] series, featuring updated materials, renewed coloring, and newly sculpted armament parts. Pre-orders for the "SMP [SHOKUGAN MODELING PROJECT] Combat Mecha Xabungle Xabungle & Walker Gallia Set" began on January 20, 2026.

A portable audio interface for iOS/PC that allows easy recording of performance videos and high-quality music production is now available. It features abundant input/output terminals, high-quality microphone preamps, and new effects, making it versatile for use from home studios to outdoor settings.

The innovative golf ball holder "CoCoClip," recognized with the 2024 Good Design Award, has commenced sales in Japan. Distributed exclusively by Taiga Trade Co., Ltd., CoCoClip offers golfers a stress-free way to manage golf balls during play with its unique design and practical features.

Advanced Media has announced a 30% discount campaign for its 'AmiVoice Front WT01' microphone, designed specifically for speech recognition. This limited-time offer will be available on Amazon from January 19, 2026, to March 31, 2026.

PFU has announced its 16th consecutive win of the BCN Award in the scanner division, securing a 45.6% market share in 2025. To commemorate this achievement and express gratitude for customer support, the company is holding a "ScanSnap Grand Thanksgiving Festival" campaign from January 19 to March 31, 2026. This success follows the release of new flagship and mobile scanner models, and the integration of AI-enabled solutions.

Sanko Co., Ltd. announces its participation in the Disaster Prevention Industrial Exhibition 2026, where it will feature its innovative electric stair climbing dollies, including the "Electric Stair Climbing Human Dolly" and "Foldable Electric Stair Climbing Dolly Handle Variable Type." Additionally, a selection of heat countermeasure products, such as the "Refrigerated Clothing Series" and "Full-body Water-cooled Suit," will be on display.

XGIMI, a leading smart projector brand, has announced the launch of "Nova," a portable projector designed for first-time users. This new model aims to make large-screen entertainment more accessible and features XGIMI's first-ever color variations, Cloud Ash and Soda Blue.

Mavericks Inc. has released the latest issue of "Mavericks AI News," a generative AI newsletter with over 85,000 subscribers. This issue provides an in-depth analysis of OpenAI's new device and voice model strategy, Meta's acquisition of the AI agent "Manus" for approximately 280 billion yen, and 2026 AI industry predictions from a developer's perspective.