AQUOS K, Japan’s First 4G LTE Compatible Feature Phone

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AQUOS K

―The smart re-birth of the feature phone: The 4G LTE AQUOS K―

Swiftly search the net with 4G LTE and a Quad-core CPU

  • Compatible with 4G LTE high-speed data communications. A 1.2 GHz quad-core CPU provides quick, smooth operability.
  • Keys equipped with Touch Cruiser EX static sensors to provide touchpad-like usability when scrolling or manipulating the cursor.
  • Voice recognition compatible with Voice Shot for quick phone dialing and shake-free photography by voice.
  • Includes a 1,410 mAh battery, a large capacity for a feature phone.
  • Full range of basic functions including 1Seg, infrared communications, and waterproof design.

The high-performance camera and high-definition display AQUOS is known for.

  • Uses an approximately 13.1 megapixel CMOS camera enabling high-definition still and video photography.
  • Includes a rich variety of camera functions, including Night Catch, Real-time HDR, Beauty Zoom, and Framing Adviser, enabling anyone to take beautiful pictures.
  • Confused by English-language signs, menus, etc. when traveling abroad? The included Honyaku (Translation) Finder will automatically translate them into to Japanese in real time when the phone's camera is passed over them.
  • The approximately 3.4 inch high-definition qHD display (960x540) gives smooth, crisp outlines to images and text.
  • The Pure LED backlight provides gorgeous color and a bright display with natural tones.

Wi-Fi tethering delivers a new experience

    • Enjoy tablets and game devices by connecting them to the internet with Wi-Fi tethering.
    • Pairing the feature phone with a Tablet using PASSNOW makes it possible to receive notifications on the tablet, send photos and easily operate the tethering ON/OFF function.
    • The sub-display screen uses different patterns for each color, for a more elegant look.
    • Metallic coloring on the camera ring and side keys add a luxurious feel.
Basic Specifications
Product name AQUOS K SHF31 OS Android (TM) 4.4
Manufacturer Sharp Corporation Display Approx. 3.4inch TFT/qHD
Weight Approx. 128g Camera Approx. 13.1 million pixels/CMOS
Battery capacity 1,410mAh Size Approx. 51 (W)x113 (H)x16.9 (D) mm
Memory Approx. 8GB (ROM)/Approx. 1GB (RAM) Continuous call time/standby time Call time: Approx. 620 min.
Standby time: Approx. 470 hours (LTE)
Approx. 610 hours (3G)
Colors Red, White, Black External memory microSDHC (TM) (32GB max.)
Compatible Services/Functions
4G LTE
Downlink max 150Mbps		 ● Carrier Aggregation - WiMAX 2+ -
VoLTE - Sync Call - Voice Party -
Email (@ezweb.ne.jp) ● SMS ● Full Seg -
1 Seg ● Wi-Fi (R) Tethering
(10 devices maximum)		 ● Global Passport
(GSM/UMTS)		 ●
Bluetooth (R) (ver.4.0) ● Wi-Fi (R) (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n) ● Emergency Rapid Mail ●
Osaifu-Keitai (R) [Note] ● NFC (Acquire information/link) - Infrared Communications ●
Waterproof ● Dustproof - Shock-resistant -

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1. Product Overview

CategoryProduct Name
Case/Cover Decoration/sticker sets AQUOS K SHF31 Decoration set/pink gradation
AQUOS K SHF31 Decoration set/black gradation
AQUOS K SHF31 Decoration set/blue gradation
Film Protective film AQUOS K Screen protective film/high-gloss oil/makeup prevention
Common Strap Strap/red
Strap/navy
Strap/green
Strap/yellow

2. Stores Carrying These Products

Carried byRelease date

au stores、au online store, au Brand Garden、KDDI direct-owned stores
(au SHINJUKU、au NAGOYA、au OSAKA、au FUKUOKA)

 Beginning the latter half of February, 2015

<Notes>

    • [Note]
      Available services include QUICPay (TM), Yodobashi Gold Point Card and Mobile Suica (tentative).
      The number of available services is scheduled to be gradually expanded.
  • Google and Android are trademarks of Google, Inc.
  • AQUOS, EDGEST, IGZO and Night Catch are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sharp Corporation.
  • Wi-Fi (R) is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
  • The Bluetooth (R) wordmark and logo are registered trademarks held by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
  • microSD and microSDHC are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.
  • Other company and product names are the registered trademarks or trademarks of the respective companies.

About the AQUOS K Start Discount

      • 1.

        Charges
        The AQUOS K Start Discount offers customers who have purchased the AQUOS K ¥1,000 (excluding tax) off of their monthly usage fees for up to four years.

      • 2.

        Eligible users
        Customers who have purchased the AQUOS K and subscribed to Flat-rate Data 2/3/5/8/10/13 or LTE Flat plans.

      • 3.

        Sign-up dates
        Applications will be accepted starting with the release of the AQUOS K, in the latter half of February 2015.

        • Notice will be provided prior to the end of the sign-up period.

(Reference) About the Senior Plan

      • 1.
        Charges
        For customers 55 years of age and older who have purchased the AQUOS K, a Senior Plan is offered that includes 0.7GB of data per month.
        • Unlimited Voice & Data Freedom Plan or LTE Plan also available.
        (Excluding tax)
         When Everybody Discount is applied [1]
        When au Smart Value is applied [2]
        Basic charge [3]
        • Includes Flat-rate Data (0.7GB)
        		 ¥3,980 ¥3,046
        (-¥934)
        LTE NET ¥300 ¥300
        Total ¥4,280 ¥3,346
        • [1]
          The same when the Smile Heart Discount is applied.
        • [2]
          Only when au Smart Value terms have been met. Smart Value discount may not apply with some partners.
        • [3]
          Domestic calls to au mobile phones between 1 a.m. and 9 p.m. are free. Other calls will incur a charge.
        • For applicable Data Charge and Data Gift flat-rate services.
        • Equipment charges, option fees and universal service charges are separately incurred.
      • 2.
        Eligible users
        Customers 55 years of age and older who have purchased the AQUOS K.
        • Senior Plan V, an equivalent plan, is also provided for the BASIO.
          Note that this plan can only be used with eligible models.
      • 3.
        How to apply
        Apply at stores carrying au products.
        • This plan must be applied for at the time the AQUOS K is purchased.
      • 4.
        Sign-up dates
        Applications will be accepted starting with the release of the AQUOS K, in the latter half of February 2015.

About au Smart Pass

Along with the release of the AQUOS K, a version of the au Smart Pass, customized for the AQUOS K, will be offered, with a carefully selected variety of popular games, useful apps and special member benefits, along with guarantee services such as assistance with repair costs which provide users with additional peace of mind.[1]

      • 1.
        Description
        • (1)
          Unlimited app usage
          Approximately 20 varieties of the most popular apps, including well-known dictionaries, magazines and games, can be used for no additional charge.
          <Sample apps>
          GenreApp TitleProvided by
          Education Digital Daijisen Shogakukan Inc.
          Books/magazines FRIDAY Digital Kodansha Ltd.
          Sports/health Understanding your Medications for au C2 Inc.
          Music Karaoke Scoring from Sega Kara Sega Inc.
          Game Puyopuyo! Sega Inc.
          Game 4-player Mahjong Kotobuki Solutions
          Game Pakurosu Sudoku (updated monthly) AIIA Corporation
        • (2)
          Member benefits
          Member benefits include coupons that can be used at convenience stores, etc. [2]
        • (3)
          Other Services
          • ・
            Customers subscribed to Keitai Guarantee Plus Service LTE who use the Replacement Phone Delivery Service, will receive up to ¥5,000 (excluding tax) back in WALLET points from their cost for the first use, and up to ¥8,000 (excluding tax) back in WALLET points for the second use. This makes it possible for customers to repair their mobile phones a virtually no cost.[3] [4]
          • ・
            Customers are indemnified for the full amount of any unauthorized third party use due to loss or theft of the au WALLET card.[5]
        • (4)
          Simple, easy-to-use au Smart Pass site
          News, weather, train route searches and other everyday tools, apps, and member benefits are listed in an easy-to-read format that fits the screen size.

      • 2.
        How to use
        From the AQUOS K home screen, select the au Smart Pass icon to go to the au Smart Pass site.
      • 3.
        Service Fee
        Monthly information charge of ¥372 (excluding tax)
        • Free of charge through the end of May 2015

<Reference>

Since the start of service in March 2012, au Smart Pass has been used by over 11 million customers, making it Japan's largest [6] fee-based membership service.
For a flat rate of just ¥372 per month (excluding tax), members can enjoy unlimited app usage, and not only security features, but data backup, assistance with the cost of mobile phone repairs, and member benefits provided through partnerships with a variety of artists and companies.

    • [1]
      Services provided may differ from existing au Smart Pass content.
    • [2]
      Equivalent to the coupons provided through the existing au Smart Pass service.
    • [3]
      Must subscribe to au Smart Pass and Keitai Guarantee Plus Service (¥380/month (excluding tax)) at the time eligible model is purchased.
    • [4]
      Requires au ID configuration or application for an au WALLET card.
    • [5]
      Limited service through the end of March 2015.
    • [6]
      Per KDDI research.
  • The information contained in the news releases is current at the time of publication. Products, service fees,service content and specifications, contact information, and other details are subject to change without notice.