Japan Tech Gadget Clips

New Standard for 40°C Era: Outdoor Mist Fan with Mist x Strong Wind for Instant Cooling Lands in Japan

Addressing Japan's increasingly severe heatwaves and heatstroke risks, an outdoor mist fan has arrived. Equipped with a 600ml large-capacity mist tank and a 20000mAh battery, it provides 'portable coolness' for various uses including camping, sports spectating, outdoor work, and disaster preparedness.

2026.07.23

Gadgets

Docomo to Launch “Samsung Galaxy Watch9” and “Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2” (LTE) on August 7, 2026, with Pre-orders Starting July 23

Samsung Electronics Japan has announced the launch of its new smartwatches, the "Samsung Galaxy Watch9" and "Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2" (LTE), through NTT Docomo. These devices, designed for enhanced daily health management and uncompromising performance, will be available for pre-order from July 23, 2026, and officially released on August 7, 2026. Launch campaigns offering d-points and watch band discounts are also planned.

2026.07.23

Wearables

Entering a New Era of “Coolness” and “Safety”: Two New Handheld Fans Released with Next-Generation Batteries to Suppress Fire Risk

NAKAGAMI Inc., under its "Smaly" brand, has launched two new handheld fans for the 2026 summer season: the "Semi-Solid 5-way Ice Handheld Fan" and the "Lithium Iron Phosphate 4-way Silent Design Handheld Fan." These new models prioritize safety by incorporating advanced semi-solid and lithium iron phosphate batteries to significantly reduce fire risks, while also offering enhanced cooling performance and quiet operation.

2026.07.22

Gadgets

OTTOCAST Launches P3 Pro AI Box: Revolutionizing In-Car Experience with High-Performance, Multifunctional Flagship Model at Special Summer Price

Featuring 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, the P3 Pro integrates video, navigation, and AI functions into one device. This limited-time campaign offers next-generation car entertainment to enhance summer drives at a special price.

2026.07.22

Gadgets

Kansai Electric Power Group’s Pont des Tech Announces “PC next Summer Senior Support Sale” Offering Up to 5,000 Yen Off Refurbished PCs

Pont des Tech, a member of the Kansai Electric Power Group, is holding a special seven-day sale on its official online store, "PC next," from July 22 to July 28, 2026. Customers can receive discounts of up to 5,000 yen on refurbished PCs.

2026.07.22

PC & Tablets

BELTIES, an Apple Watch Band Specialty Store, Announces “SUMMER BAND SALE” Offering 20% Off Two or More Items

BELTIES, an online store specializing in Apple Watch bands, is holding a "SUMMER BAND SALE" offering 20% off when purchasing two or more eligible items. The sale runs until July 27, 2026, encouraging users to switch bands for various summer activities and styles.

2026.07.22

Wearables

Popular “Super Tough USB Cable” Series Re-Released with Enhanced Durability, Featuring Over 120,000 Bends and High-Density Nylon

Owltech Corporation has announced the re-release of its highly acclaimed "Super Tough USB Cable" series, now featuring enhanced flexibility and durability to withstand over 120,000 bends. The new lineup includes four models compatible with USB Type-C and Lightning devices, designed to provide reliable charging and data transfer without the common issue of cable breakage.

2026.07.22

Chargers

caseplay Launches Collaborative Smartphone Accessories with Popular Driver ‘Truck Meimei’, Featuring 6 Designs for Over 160 Smartphone Models and 3 Watch Band Designs

caseplay, an on-demand print service for tech accessories operated by FOX Inc., has announced a collaboration with 'Truck Meimei,' a popular female truck driver known on social media. The collaboration features a total of nine design patterns for smartphone accessories, including cases for over 160 smartphone models (iPhone, Xperia, Pixel, Galaxy, etc.) and three watch band designs. These accessories, released on July 22, 2026, capture Truck Meimei's candid daily life, post-work moments, and original illustrations.

2026.07.22

Smartphones

Back Market Reports Surge in Refurbished iPhone Sales Following Apple’s Price Revision

Back Market Japan K.K. announced a significant increase in refurbished iPhone sales on its Japanese platform after Apple revised iPhone prices. Refurbished products are electronic devices collected as used goods, inspected, cleaned, and repaired by experts, confirmed to be fully functional.

2026.07.22

Smartphones

TRGR® Launches “BATTERY SHIELD BAG” to Address Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Risks, Crowdfunding Starts July 24th

BO-WORLD Co., Ltd.'s TRGR® brand announces the launch of the "BATTERY SHIELD BAG TRGR®", a new concept bag designed to mitigate the fire risks of lithium-ion batteries. Combining fire resistance, waterproofing, and sophisticated design, this product aims to bring peace of mind to daily mobile life. Crowdfunding for the bag will commence on CAMPFIRE from July 24, 2026.

2026.07.22

Gadgets