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October 29, 2024

Sharp Corporation

Sharp to Introduce AQUOS sense9 Smartphone

Enjoy six unique color variations and an even higher quality display and camera
Standard model provides battery life of two days*1

AQUOS sense9 (from left: Black, White, Green, Coral, Greige, Blue)


Sharp Corporation will introduce the AQUOS sense9 smartphone as a global model. In addition to a wide range of color options, it features a Pro IGZO OLED display that is easy to see even outdoors and a camera that can take beautiful photos from close-up to ultra-wide angle, making it a device that is fun to choose and use. It will be released in Japan on November 7, 2024, followed in sequence by Taiwan, Indonesia, and Singapore*2.

This model comes in a variety of six colors, from unique bicolor to simple monotone types, where users can choose their favorite type. In addition to its compact size and light weight of approximately 166 g, it also features waterproof and shock resistance*3 that conforms to MIL-STD-810H standards (shock drop resistance is MIL-STD-810G).

The display features a power-saving Pro IGZO OLED with a variable refresh rate of 1 to 120-Hz. In addition to smooth display equivalent to a maximum of 240-Hz*4, the brightness has been increased by about four times*5 compared to its predecessor model, making the screen easier to see even under sunlight. Combined with a large-capacity 5,000 mAh battery, it delivers a battery life of two days after a full charge when used for 10 hours a day.

Both standard and wide-angle cameras use 50.3 million pixels resolution. High-quality shooting from close-up to ultra-wide angle can be enjoyed. The standard camera is equipped with a large 1/1.55-inch image sensor and optical image stabilizer, which reduces blur and allows you to take bright, beautiful photos. The wide-angle camera supports macro shooting that allows you to take close-up shots as close as approximately 2.5 cm distance. Even small subjects can be captured up close.

Product name

Brand name

Release date (Japan)

Smartphone

AQUOS sense9

November 7, 2024


Outstanding Features

1. Lineup of six colors to choose your favorite. Compact and lightweight, waterproof and shock resistance

2. Pro IGZO OLED screen that combines power saving with a smooth, bright display equivalent to up to 240-Hz refresh rate

3. 50.3 MP standard and wide-angle cameras for high-quality shooting from close-up to ultra-wide-angle


*1 Estimated value based on Sharp’s own standards, assuming a total of 10 hours of usage per day: four hours of video viewing, three hours of music streaming, two hours of social media viewing, and one hour of gaming. Actual battery life will vary depending on the usage environment.

*2 This news release contains information intended for the Japanese domestic market. Release dates and device specifications will vary depending on the country and region where the product is sold.

*3 Tests were conducted for compliance under 15 procedures detailed in procurement standards (MIL-STD-810H) established by the U.S. Department of Defense, including waterproofing (immersion); waterproofing (raindrops); vibration resistance; moisture resistance (humidity); high-temperature storage (static); high-temperature storage (fluctuating); high-temperature operation (static); high-temperature operation (fluctuating); low-temperature operation; low-temperature storage; thermal endurance (temperature shock); low-pressure storage; low-pressure operation; freezing (condensation); and freezing (freeze/thaw), as well as shock resistance (drop) (under MIL-STD-810G standards). Performance of this product has been confirmed in a test environment and does not constitute a guarantee that all functions will work in all situations during actual use. Sharp also does not guarantee that the product will not break or malfunction in the event of any impact.

*4 In apps with smooth high-speed display and game settings registered in the gaming menu turned on, the display is updated 120 times per second while a black screen is inserted between frames. When these settings are turned off, the display state changes four times as fast (the display state changes 60 times per second) to achieve 240 times per second. Depending on the specifications of the application, 4x speed (240-Hz) display may not be possible.

*5 Compared to the brightness (1,500 nits) of the AQUOS sense8 model of 2023 when the entire screen is displayed in white.


Main Features

1. Lineup of six colors to choose your favorite. Compact and lightweight, waterproof and shock resistance

The main body design is supervised by “miyake design”, a creative studio founded by designer Kazushige Miyake. Users can choose from six colors, including blue and greige (beige-gray), which allow to enjoy designs that use colors to accentuate the camera panel, and designs that use similar colors for the entire device. The body is light and easy to hold, weighting approximately 166 g, and is waterproof and shock resistance in accordance with MIL-STD-810H standards (shock drop resistance is MIL-STD-810G), enabling users to use it with confidence in your daily life.



2. Pro IGZO OLED screen that combines power saving with a smooth, bright display equivalent to up to 240-Hz refresh rate

The display adopts Sharp’s proprietary Pro IGZO OLED, which automatically controls the refresh rate between 1 and 120-Hz. In addition to smooth screen movement equivalent to a maximum of 240-Hz refresh rate, the screen is about four times brighter than the predecessor model, improving visibility. In addition, speakers placed at the top and bottom have a box structure at the bottom (mouth side) to increase acoustic pressure and achieve powerful sound. The CPU uses the high-performance Snapdragon® 7s Gen 2 Mobile Platform, allowing users to enjoy smooth and comfortable operation. In addition, it is equipped with a large-capacity 5,000 mAh battery. Combined with the power-saving Pro IGZO OLED, the smartphone can be used for two days on a full charge at 10 hours of use per day.



3. 50.3 MP standard and wide-angle cameras for high-quality shooting from close-up to ultra-wide-angle

The ProPix image quality engine, which adopts the high-quality image technology of the AQUOS R pro series, beautifully renders the texture of details with rich gradation. The 50.3 MP standard camera features optical image stabilizer plus a 1/1.55-inch image sensor that collects high amounts of light, allowing you to take bright and beautiful photos with reduced blur. The wide-angle camera, also with 50.3 MP, supports a wide range of scenes, from macro photography with a close-up up to approximately 2.5 cm to ultra-wide angle. The autofocus function enables to quick focus. Not only the rear-facing cameras, but also the 32 MP front-facing camera supports night mode, so high-quality selfies even in dark scenes such as against a background of festive illuminations can be enjoyed.



Other Features

To coincide with the release of this model, Sharp genuine silicone cases will be available in six colors. Enjoy coordinating the colors around the camera with a genuine case.



Main Specifications (for Japan)

Product name

Smartphone

Brand name

AQUOS sense9

Operating system

Android TM 14

Size/weight

Approx. 149H x 73W x 8.9D mm/Approx. 166 g

CPU

Snapdragon® 7s Gen 2 Mobile Platform

2.4-GHz + 1.95-GHz

Built-in memory

RAM 6 GB/ROM 128 GB, RAM 8 GB/ROM 256 GB

Display

Approx. 6.1-inch full HD+ (2,430 x 1,080 pixels) Pro IGZO OLED display;
1 to 240-Hz variable refresh rate

Rear-facing cameras

Standard camera

Effective pixel count: Approx. 50.3 million; CMOS

F1.9 lens [wide angle 84°; focal length: 23 mm*6 equivalent]

Optical image stabilizer

Wide-angle camera

Effective pixel count: Approx. 50.3 million; CMOS
F2.2 lens [super wide angle 122°; focal length: 13 mm*6 equivalent]

Front-facing camera

Effective pixel count: Approx. 32 million; CMOS
F2.2 lens [wide angle 78°; focal length: 25 mm*6 equivalent]

Wi-Fi®

IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac

Bluetooth®

Ver. 5.1

Battery capacity

5,000 mAh (standard capacity of built-in battery)*7

Waterproof/dustproof/
shockproof

IPX5/IPX8/IP6X/MIL-STD-810G

Biometric authentication

Facial recognition (mask compatible), fingerprint authentication

Other functions

Osaifu-Keitai®, NFC, nano SIM + eSIM DSDV compatible, microSD card compatible


*6 35 mm conversion.

*7 Actual usable battery capacity may vary.


● AQUOS, the AQUOS logo, the AQUOS sense logo, and ProPix are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sharp Corporation.

● Osaifu-Keitai is a registered trademark of NTT Docomo, Inc.

● Google, Android, and related logos and marks are trademarks of Google LLC.

● Qualcomm and Snapdragon are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the U.S. and other countries. Snapdragon and Qualcomm branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.

● Other product names and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.


Information on this product is also available on the following website:

https://jp.sharp/k-tai/ (in Japanese)

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