Smartphones

ORANGA, a smartphone accessory brand, will participate in the Rakuten Super SALE, offering discounts of up to 50% on 23 popular products, including cases and glass films for iPhone, Xperia, Google Pixel, Galaxy, OPPO, and Xiaomi. An additional 5% off coupon will also be available for a limited time.

Samsung Electronics Japan Inc. hosted a special event featuring Vice President Byung-Duk Yang, who leads Samsung Galaxy's technical development. Yang shared insights into Samsung's long-standing philosophy for foldable smartphone development, the newly introduced 'Flex Titanium' technology, and the significant collaboration with Japanese companies.

Samsung Electronics Japan recently hosted an interview session to celebrate the domestic launch of its latest foldable smartphones: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8, and Flip8. The event highlighted the strong sales performance of these new products in Japan, their positive reception on social media, and Samsung's strategic initiatives to expand product experience opportunities and create a more accessible purchasing environment. These efforts aim to establish foldable smartphones as a more familiar and mainstream option in the Japanese market.

caseplay, a leading provider of smartphone accessories known for its extensive range of compatible models, collaborations, and designs, has unveiled the second series of smartphone cases for the popular anime 'Ponkotsu Quest ~Maou to Haken no Mamono-tachi~'. This new collection, featuring four exclusive summer-themed designs drawn by director Keisuke Matsumoto, is available for over 170 smartphone models, including iPhone, Xperia, Pixel, and Galaxy.

Xiaomi Japan announces the release of the REDMI Note 17 Pro Max 5G, a new flagship smartphone equipped with a 10,000mAh long-life battery, high durability, and extended security updates for up to six years, available from August 28 (Friday).

Xiaomi Japan is set to release the REDMI 17, an entry-level smartphone designed for "long-term, worry-free use" with a 7500mAh large-capacity battery, 6 years of security updates, and a premium design. It will be available starting August 28, 2026.

The mobile accessory brand "iFace" has collaborated with apparel and lifestyle brand "graniph" to release new smartphone cases for iPhone 17 and iPhone 16 models. The lineup includes popular designs and a new addition to the "IKAKU" series, available from August 27, 2026.

Elecom Co., Ltd. has released a new ZEROSHOCK glass film for iPhones, featuring a unique shock-absorbing layer and 10H surface hardness to provide robust screen protection. This product also includes an easy application tool, high transparency, rounded edges, and a shatterproof design, prioritizing both safety and user convenience for daily use.

AULUMU, a brand distributed by ROA International, has released the "G05 Pro 8in1 MagSafe-compatible Multi-Stand." This innovative smartphone accessory integrates eight functions, including a stand, grip, four types of mini tools, a protractor, and a fidget toy, into a lightweight and slim body. It features 360° rotation, 0-80° stepless angle adjustment, and a powerful 25N magnet.

Ray-out has announced the launch of a new product line of accessories specifically designed for the arrows Alpha2 smartphone. This collection includes various protective cases and screen films, aiming to enhance the device's durability and user experience.