# Sharp launches AQUOS wish6 smartphone in Japan and Taiwan > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sharp-aquos-wish6-smartphone-launch-in-japan > Updated: 2026-09-17T02:34:31.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 3. Sharp has officially launched the AQUOS wish6, an entry-level, SIM-free Android smartphone, in Japan and Taiwan. Designed by miyake design, the device features a matte, non-slip texture and a three-piece structure with a metal frame intended to improve bend resistance by approximately 20% compared to previous models. The hardware includes a 6.6-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1,000 nits, a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, a 5,000mAh battery, and a 50-megapixel main camera. Practical features include a 3.5mm headphone jack, microSD card expansion up to 2TB, and eSIM support. Durability remains a core focus, with the device meeting MIL-STD-810H standards for shock and vibration and holding IPX5/8/9 waterproof and dustproof ratings. Software capabilities include AI-powered fraud prevention for suspicious calls, crime prevention alerts, and an AI telephone assistant. In Taiwan, the smartphone is expected to become available through various telecommunications providers starting in October. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-17: Sharp launches AQUOS wish6 entry-level smartphone Sharp has released the AQUOS wish6, a durable entry-level smartphone featuring a 6.6-inch 120Hz display, MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chip, and enhanced bend resistance, now available in Japan and Taiwan. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sharp-launches-aquos-wish6-entry-level-smartphone ### 2026-09-13: Sharp to release SIM-free AQUOS wish6 smartphone in Japan Sharp will release the SIM-free AQUOS wish6 entry-level smartphone in Japan on September 17, featuring high durability, a 5,000mAh battery, and Android 16 for approximately 50,000 yen. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sharp-to-release-sim-free-aquos-wish6-smartphone-in-japan ### 2026-09-11: Sharp to launch AQUOS wish6 SIM-free smartphone in Japan Sharp will launch the AQUOS wish6 SIM-free smartphone in Japan on September 17, featuring a 6.6-inch display, 5,000mAh battery, and enhanced AI-driven fraud prevention and security features. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sharp-to-release-aquos-wish6-sim-free-smartphone-in-japan --- Cite as: Sharp launches AQUOS wish6 smartphone in Japan and Taiwan. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/sharp-aquos-wish6-smartphone-launch-in-japan