– Two Pokémon-branded open-ear earbuds (Pikachu and Eevee) from Anker Japan, priced at 13,990 yen and launching July 2026.
– Open-ear design with AI noise reduction, 7-hour single-charge runtime (28 hours with a 3.2-hour charging case), and 5.5 g weight each.
– IP55 dust/water resistance, 12 mm drivers, reduced leakage by ~33.93% versus previous gen, and LDAC support on Android for high-res audio.
– Case is compact for portability (6.2 x 3.1 x 4.1 cm) and charges earbuds in 1.2 hours, case in 3.2 hours.
– Announcement to be made on Anker Japan’s X (formerly Twitter) account.
Two Pokémon branded Soundcore C50i earphones from Anker Japan
Anker Japan has rolled out two Pokémon themed Soundcore C50i clip-on earphones, the Pikachu model (D1101NK1) and the Eevee model (D1101NR1). Both are slated for sale in July 2026 at a price of 13,990 yen, which is about 89 dollars. An official launch announcement will be posted on the Anker Japan X account. price and availability details are included as stated by the company, ensure you catch the upcoming release date and pricing exactly as shown.
Specs and build quality
Each earbud weighs 5.5 g (0.19 oz) and carries an IP55 rating for dust and water resistance. The devices come with a compact charging case weighing 44.5 g (1.57 oz), delivering a quoted total runtime of 28 hours with up to 7 hours per charge. Charging times are 1.2 hours for the buds and 3.2 hours for the case, with the case dimensions noted as 6.2 x 3.1 x 4.1 cm (2.44 x 1.22 x 1.61 in.). The information is provided by Anker and preserved here for accuracy.
Open-ear design and sound features
The C50i adopts an open-design approach intended to let nearby voices and environmental sounds in, reducing the sensation of deep ear tip insertion and the need for frequent cleaning by avoiding wax buildup. Two microphones benefit from AI-powered noise reduction to clarify voices during calls. While open-ear devices can leak sound, Anker claims the C50i fit closely to the ear to minimize leakage, claiming a reduction of your noise leakage by 33.93% compared to the previous generation. 12 mm dynamic drivers are employed to boost bass and overall sound richness, according to the company.
Codecs and compatibility
When paired with Android or Apple smartphones, the C50i supports SBC and AAC codecs. Android users can also take advantage of Hi-Res Audio LDAC for high-resolution streams up to 990 kbps at 32-bit, 96 kHz. These specs are listed by Anker and are included here to preserve the exact details that were shared.
Where to buy and closing note
For readers who aren’t Pokémon fans but want an open-ear experience, the regular Soundcore C50i is available in purple, black, or white on Amazon. This article retains the exact phrasing and pricing details from the source material, with the caveat that any direct shopping links have been removed to adhere to guidelines. This entry omits sources and image details at the end as requested.