SHARP announces new AQUOS R9 and AQUOS wish 4

Expands AQUOS Mobile Lineup with Two New Additional Models

AQUOS for EVERYONE, experience PRO PHOTO with AQUOS R9 and

CHIC stylish color by renowned Miyake Design for AQUOS wish4

 

Singapore, 18 July 2024 – SHARP, the renowned leader in consumer technology, is thrilled to announce the launch of two new additions to its AQUOS series, the R9 and wish4. These models, set to debut in Singapore on 29 July 2024, are US military grade compliant for durability and bring advanced features to meet today’s smartphone users' diverse needs. Designed by Miyake Design, the AQUOS R9 and wish4 showcases a unique blend of style and functionality.

 

Falling under SHARP’s premium range, the AQUOS R9 boasts high performance and introduces the first internal vapour chamber cooling system & Pro Photo features in AQUOS smartphones, perfect for users who do content creation, enjoy seamless multitasking and exceptional multimedia experiences. Meanwhile, the wish4, with its durable build and long-lasting battery, offers reliability and convenience for everyday use. SHARP's commitment to innovation and quality shines through in the R9 and wish4, setting new benchmarks in mobile technology.

 

“We are excited to launch the AQUOS R9 and wish4 in Singapore as part of our commitment to showcase our latest full range of mobile phones from SHARP Japan. The new series embodies our design innovation around lifestyle , simplicity , sustainability & “O-MO-TE-NA-SHI” Culture. “Every possible detailed consideration" to enhance user experience through smartphone for your daily life. The R9 offers high performance with an advanced cooling system and vibrant display, perfect for immersive multimedia experiences while the wish4 focuses on durability and convenience, featuring a shatter-resistant display and a long-lasting battery, making it reliable for everyday use in various conditions,” said Mr Woo Keat Chew, Managing Director of Sharp Singapore.

 

“These devices are the results of our determination to push the boundaries of mobile technology, providing users with a seamless blend of performance, functionality, and style. As part of our strategy to meet diverse consumer needs, SHARP has developed four distinct ranges of phones to meet all lifestyles, catering to everyone from students to professionals, ensuring a perfect fit for every user,” he added.

 

AQUOS R9

 

The R9 features a high-performance Snapdragon® 7+ Gen 3 Mobile Platform processor with 12GB of RAM, ensuring smooth operation for data-intensive apps like games and videos. It also features an advanced vapour chamber cooling system, a first for AQUOS smartphones, which circulates liquid and vapour internally to efficiently dissipate heat during high loads. Additionally, the Pro IGZO OLED display, measuring 6.5 inches with an Full High Definition Plus (FHD+) resolution, offers a high Low-Temperature Polycrystalline Oxide (LTPO) variable refresh rate of up to 240Hz and a peak brightness of 1,500 nits. This display supports Dolby Vision, ensuring vibrant visuals. Coupled with the largest box of stereo speakers in the Aquos series, which support Dolby Atmos technology, the device delivers clear and powerful sound, creating an immersive viewing and audio experience.

 

Its camera also boasts an Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) to reduce blurring, advanced autofocus that tracks subjects even when momentarily obscured, and various video functions such as Cinematic Mode and Night Video Mode for bright night-time videos. The camera also has a triple 50MP AF camera for the front, rear and wide camera, perfect for every picture perfect moment.

 

 

Miyake Design, renowned for their minimalist and aesthetically pleasing creations, has crafted the R9 with a distinctive curving line around the camera and used recycled aluminium for its eco-friendly build. The R9 also meets military standards for waterproofing, dust resistance, and shock resistance, ensuring reliable performance in various environments.

 

The R9 also incorporates Generative AI (GenAI) to summarise and display voice messages, enabling users to quickly check their messages without listening to lengthy recordings. This feature is particularly useful for busy professionals, helping them manage communications efficiently and prioritise tasks effectively.

 

AQUOS wish4

 

 

As part of SHARP’s essential range, the wish4 is pocket-friendly, making it an ideal choice for students and budget-conscious users seeking both functionality and style. The wish4 is also environmentally conscious, using approximately 60% recycled plastic materials for the housing and 100% recycled aluminium for the side keys. It features low-VOC paint to reduce air pollution. Additionally, Miyake Design incorporated a soft, rounded design into the wish4 for high durability and visual appeal.

 

The wish4 stands out with its robust 6.6-inch reinforced glass display, which is shatter-resistant. Built to resist water, dust, and shocks, the wish4 also adheres to military standards. Coupled with its 5,000-mAh battery that provides extended usage time of up to a week with approximately one hour of use per day, it is an excellent choice for practical users who need a reliable device without frequent charging. The 50 megapixel camera, equipped with the AQUOS ProPix lite image quality engine, ensures clear night scenes and portraits, while features like AI Auto and Phase-Difference AF make it easy to focus in dark settings.

 

User-friendly features on the wish4 include Junior Mode and Simple Mode, which support Google Family Links for children and display larger text for seniors, enhancing accessibility for users of all ages. Furthermore, the nuisance call function allows users to block calls from suspicious numbers, adding an extra layer of security and peace of mind.

 

You may refer to Annex A and B respectively for the full range of tests conducted and specifications of each model.

 

The AQUOS R9 and wish4 will be available at SHARP CocoroLife estore, Shopee, Lazada, and selected outlets of Best Denki, Challenger, Courts, Gain City and dealer stores island-wide from 29 July 2024 at $1099 & $269 respectively.

 

ANNEX A – AQUOS R9 AND wish4 DURABILITY TESTING

 

Features	R9	wish4
Shock Resistance	Dropped from a height of 1.22m onto plywood material in 26 directions	Dropped onto concrete
Waterproof (Immersion)	IPX8-Immersed in water at a depth of 1.5m deep for 30 minutes
Raindrop Resistance	Raindrops from a height of 1m for 15 minutes
Dustproof		Prevents dust particles from entering the phone for 12 hours
Humidity Resistance	High humidity test for 10 consecutive days (humidity 95%RH)
Rapid Change Temperature	Durability test for 3 hours under rapid temperature changes from -21°C to 50°C
Vibration Resistance	Vibration test for 60 min at vertical 10-500Hz, acceleration 1.04G, left & right 10-500Hz, acceleration 0.2G, longitudinal 10-500Hz, acceleration 0.74G
Freeze Resistance	72 hours low temperature storage changes from -33°C to -25°C
Heat Resistance	72 hours high temperature storage at 63°C
Low Pressure Operation	2 hours continuous low pressure (57.2kPa / altitude approx. 4,572m)

 

 

ANNEX B – SPECIFICATIONS OF THE AQUOS R9 AND AQUOS wish4

 

Specifications		AQUOS R9	AQUOS wish4
OS		AndroidTM 14
CPU		Snapdragon® 7+ Gen 3 Mobile Platform 2.8 GHz + 2.6 GHz + 1.9 GHz (Octa Core)	MediaTek™Dimensity®700 2.2 GHz + 2.0 GHZ (Octa Core)
NETWORK		GSM/WCDMA/LTE/5G
DISPLAY		6.5” FHD+ (2,340x1,080), Pro IGZO OLED	6.6” HD+ (1,612x720), LCD
MEMORY & STORAGE	RAM	12GB	6GB
	ROM	256GB	128GB
CAMERA	REAR	50MP (Standard) + 50MP (Wide)	50MP (Main) + 2MP (Depth)
	FRONT	50MP	8MP
CONNECTION		Wifi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/be Bluetooth 5.4	Wifi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth 5.3
BATTERY		Non Removable 5000mAh
NFC		Yes
BIOMETRIC		Face recognition (mask compatible)
AUTHENTICATION		Fingerprint recognition
SIM		Dual SIM: physical SIM + eSIM Micro SDXC card (up to 1TB)	Dual SIM: physical SIM + eSIM Micro SDXC card (up to 1TB)
DIMENSIONS		156 x 75 x 8.9mm	167 x 76 x 8.8mm
WEIGHT		195g	190g
OTHER		IPX5/IPX8/IP6X (Waterproof & Dustproof) MIL-STD-810G: Shockproof	IPX5/IPX8/IP6X (Waterproof & Dustproof) MIL-STD-810H: Shockproof