KDDI's povo brand posted a cryptic message on X, likely targeting Rakuten Mobile users experiencing poor indoor reception due to reduced roaming areas. KDDI's CEO previously hinted at offering povo as a "secondary line" to dissatisfied Rakuten users.
KDDIはau Online ShopでiPhone 17 Pro（256GB）をMNPと特定プランを組み合わせると、通常21万4900円から約2万2000円割引、2年間5万8900円で販売中。
KDDIは、サブスクリプションサービス「Pontaパス」の映画鑑賞特典をリニューアル。名称を「Pontaパス マンデイ＆ウェンズデイ」に変更し、毎週月曜日と水曜日に映画鑑賞料金を割引。全国約70のTOHOシネマズで最新作や話題の映画を割引価格で鑑賞可能。会員本人と同伴者1人まで対象。6月12日以降からクーポン取得可能。さらに、7月28日に「Pontaパス ライト」とのサービス統合を行い、月額情報料は8月28日以降の課金日から548円へ変更。
日本國際支付品牌JCB宣布推出專為赴日旅客打造的旅遊App「MyJapan+ by JCB」，台灣為全球首發市場，APP預計6月下旬上線，並提供eSIM半價及最高10%現金回饋等優惠。
KDDI has launched "au Flex Style" under its "au +1 collection" brand to sell open market (SIM-free) smartphones, including models from Nothing and OPPO. This initiative aims to offer specialized devices without the extensive development costs of carrier-specific models, while ensuring network compatibility through KDDI's "au OPEN DEVICE DEVELOPER SITE (ODDS)". The move aligns with KDDI's mid-term strategy to focus on the consumer "Personal Growth" domain.
KDDI will significantly reduce its roaming service area for Rakuten Mobile, particularly in urban centers like Tokyo, Kawasaki, and Yokohama, starting June 2026. The contract is set to expire in September 2026. This move aligns with Rakuten Mobile's strategy to expand its own network infrastructure.
KDDI announces various au PAY and Ponta point campaigns for June, including "Quick Chance" with instant rewards, "Santaro Day" offering up to 39% point back, and "Tanuki Lottery" for users spending over 200 yen. Additional promotions include discounts and double points with partners like Art Moving Center and tutuanna.
Nothing Technology is expanding rapidly in Japan, with its founder Carl Pei announcing a fourfold increase in scale for 2025 compared to 2024. The company is launching the mid-range "Nothing Phone (4a)" and "Nothing Phone (4a) Pro," with the Pro model being the first to be released in Japan. The Phone (4a) will also be available through KDDI's "au Flex Style," further broadening its sales channels.
KDDI is selling the "Rakuraku Smartphone Lite" for 47 yen at the au Online Shop for new or MNP contracts, applying discounts like "au Online Shop Special Discount" and "Sumaho Tokusuru Program+". The phone features a 6.1-inch display, Android 14, a 50.1MP camera, and anti-fraud functions.
KDDIは新料金プラン導入と既存プランの値上げにより、モバイルARPUを前年同期比100円増の4440円に向上させた。ソフトバンクも追随し、同様の値上げを計画。ドコモは値上げに踏み切れず、収益増が限定的となっている。
KDDI is selling the iPhone 17e (512GB) for ¥16,900 on the au Online Shop. This price requires MNP, applying the 'au Online Shop Discount' and 'Sumaho Tokusuru Program+', and returning the device after two years. The phone features a 6.1-inch display, a 48MP camera, and the A19 chip.
KDDIとJR東日本は、JR山手線の車両内で5Gミリ波の通信エリア化に成功したと発表。窓のアンテナで受信した電波を増幅・再放射する国内初の試みで、車内通信速度が約97%で1Gbpsを達成した。
KDDI and JR East have successfully expanded 5G millimeter wave communication areas within Yamanote Line trains to approximately 97% from 40%, achieving speeds of 1Gbps. The system uses specialized glass antennas and amplifiers to overcome signal blockage in metal train cars.
東京証券取引所は不正な会計処理が明らかになった電子部品大手で旧・日本電産のニデックに対し、投資家の信頼を損ねたとして違約金9120万円の支払いを求めることを4月30日、正式に発表しました。
