Japanese smartphones starting from just $699 are here for real!

The market once again buzzes with the trend of high-quality Japanese phones at affordable prices hitting Vietnam. These budget-friendly Docomo devices, priced under $1,000, boast numerous attractive features such as water resistance, cameras with magical background blur capabilities, and fingerprint sensors preferred over the traditional designs.

1. Japanese smartphones starting from just $699 are here for real!

The market has previously been stirred by the wave of premium Japanese phones at Vietnamese-friendly prices, and that trend remains unfrozen till date. The well-known Docomo duo, Arrows F05D and Docomo REGZA, in the super-affordable price segment, are no longer unfamiliar. Besides catering excellently to basic calling needs, these phones offer internet access, web browsing, Facebook, music playback, movie watching, and even light gaming.

These are brand new devices, straight from the Japanese market.

In terms of technical specifications, the Docomo Arrows F05D and Docomo REGZA come equipped with a dual-core TI OMAP 4430 processor clocked at 1.2 GHz, 1 GB RAM, 4 GB internal storage for Docomo REGZA, and 8 GB for Arrows F-05D. Despite a slight drawback in storage, Docomo REGZA is privileged to feature a fingerprint sensor placed on the rear side of the device, enhancing user security for their personal data.

The Docomo REGZA is equipped with a fingerprint security sensor at the rear, while the Arrows F-05D is not.

Both feature a 4.3-inch screen with HD 720p resolution, delivering well in displaying content. Additionally, with a 1400 mAh battery, users can expect around 6-7 hours of basic usage, with about 2 hours of on-screen time.

Both sport a large 4.3-inch screen with crisp HD resolution.

Waterproof capability is an indispensable feature of this duo. With IP55/IP58 waterproof standards, users can confidently use the device under moist conditions or even answer calls in the rain while on the go.

The standout feature is its IP55/IP58 waterproof rating.

In terms of cameras, both boast a 13 MP depth-of-field camera, Sony Exmor R sensor with autofocus capabilities, and produce high-quality images accompanied by integrated color effects. Clearly, for under $1,000, owning a smartphone with waterproof capabilities, beautiful cameras, and fingerprint sensors of Japanese standard is entirely feasible. This duo is indeed the best choice in the budget segment, especially for those looking for secondary devices or users of all ages, including seniors, children, and beginners in smartphone usage.