Yamada Denki LABI1 LIFE SELECT Ikebukuro is the former main store in Japan at the east exit of Ikebukuro Station. In December 2021, the concept was renewed and reopened. The store concept is "Fun. Make your life shiawase, everything." Not only home appliances, but also furniture, interior goods, household goods, remodeling, and other products necessary for daily life are available in a wider range than before.
Yamada Denki LABI1 Namba is Yamada Denki's flagship store in the Kansai region, located right next to Namba Parks, close to JR Namba Station and Namba Subway Station. This is also a store that offers total proposals from cutting-edge home appliances to comfortable living environments.
This time, we asked Shota Hiroyama, who is in charge of PCs at Yamada Denki LABI1 LIFE SELECT Ikebukuro, and Kenichi Ofuji, who is in charge of information equipment at LABI1 Namba, to choose BESTBUY and talk about the reasons for the intense oshi.
First of all, from the best 3 notebook PCs less than 14 inches recommended by Mr. Hiroyama. Mr. Hiroyama recommends three models: Microsoft Japan's "Surface Pro 8", Fujitsu Client Computing's "LIFEBOOK UH", and NEC Personal Computer's "LAVIE Pro Mobile".
LABI1 LIFE SELECT Mr. Shota Hiroyama in charge of Ikebukuro PC
Among them, Surface Pro 8 is one of Mr. Hiroyama's super-Oshi. Surface Pro 8 is a model that is positioned at the center of the Surface series, with the latest Windows 11 installed in the OS. CPU can be selected from Intel Core i7-1185G7 processor or Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor, memory can be selected from 8GB / 16GB / 32GB, and storage can be selected from 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB with SSD.
Microsoft Japan "Surface Pro 8"
"Many customers who are interested in PCs with the latest OS Windows 11 come to the PC corner these days. Also, as the number of people who distribute YouTube is increasing, we can handle everything from video editing to distribution with one unit. The demand for PCs that can be used is increasing, and the number of customers who are looking for such PCs is increasing regardless of age group. We recommend Surface Pro 8 to these customers, which was a popular display in the previous model. Has been redesigned to make it even easier to see. It is a 2in1 model recommended for both academics and business. "(Mr. Hiroyama)
The display of Surface Pro 8 has been increased from the conventional 12.3 inches to 13 inches, giving a slim impression with a narrow frame. The resolution is 2880 x 1920 dots, and it supports 10-point multi-touch. The refresh rate is up to 120Hz, which is comparable to gaming monitors. It also supports Adaptive Color, which automatically adjusts colors according to the ambient light, and Dolby Vision, a high-quality image technology.
It seems that the number of inquiries about the difference between tablets and notebook PCs and video editing is increasing. “Yamada Denki's strength is that it comes with a long-term warranty of 3 to 4 years when you purchase the Surface series. We can confidently recommend it to customers who are considering introducing it into their new life,” says Hiroyama. Sometimes it is recommended to consider not only hardware performance but also after-sales support.
The LIFEBOOK UH is the world's lightest 13.3 inch notebook PC that won the category prize of the Home Appliance Award. "The weight is a concern for mobile PCs, but the appeal of UH is that it is light. The top model weighs about 634g. However, it has solid robustness, 100kg pressurization, 76cm drop test, etc. It has been cleared "(Mr. Hiroyama).
Fujitsu Client Computing's "LIFEBOOK UH"
LAVIE Pro Mobile is a 13.3 inch mobile PC. There is also a SIM-free model in the lineup. "With the trend of the new corona, telework has become mainstream, and the number of users who work from home has increased. It is a machine made for comfortable telework, and it is a recommended model in this era. Robust and long-time battery, It also has a peep prevention function, so it is safe to carry around. "(Mr. Hiroyama).
NEC Personal Computer "LAVIE Pro Mobile"
We also heard recommendations for notebook PCs of 14 inches or larger. Mr. Hiroyama chose three models: Fujitsu Client Computing "LIFEBOOK MH", Mouse Computer "DAIV 4P", and Panasonic "Let'snote FV1". Both are models equipped with the Intel Core i7-1165 G7 processor in the CPU.
LIFEBOOK MH is a 14-inch mobile notebook PC equipped with Intel Core i7-1165 G7 processor or AMD Ryzen 5-5500U in the CPU. It has a compact housing for 14 inches, and it is a model that does not compromise on the ease of pressing the keyboard.
"While having the same performance as the high-end model of 15.6-inch notebook PC, it has a battery life of 14 hours and weighs 1.3 kg. It is lighter than the 14-inch model and is perfect for people who want to use it at home or outside. Product "(Mr. Hiroyama)
Fujitsu Client Computing's "LIFEBOOK MH"
DAIV 4P is a 14-inch notebook PC that emphasizes portability among the "DAIV" brand of mouse computers prepared for creators.
"Made in Japan and high-end model. However, the reasonably priced point is recommended. By using magnesium alloy for the main body, the weight is less than 1 kg. It is recommended for those who want high-end model and support firmly. (Mr. Hiroyama)
Mouse computer "DAIV 4P"
Let's note FV1 is the first model in the series to use a 14-inch display with an aspect ratio of 3: 2. It features a design that is a major overhaul of the conventional series, such as the wheel pad being larger than other models. The CPU is equipped with an Intel Core i7-1165G7 processor or Core i5-1135G7 processor, the memory is 16GB, and the storage is 512GB SSD (PCIe). Equipped with a newly developed dual fan, it efficiently cools the heat of the CPU.
"This is a new series from Let's note, which is very popular with people who travel a lot for work. It has abundant peripherals for expansion, and it is a model that can reach the itchy place. All parts and peripherals of the main body are in Japan. Full Made in Japan products produced at Japan. Trust and security are second to none. "(Mr. Hiroyama)
Panasonic's "Let's note FV1"
In the Chromebook category, Lenovo "Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook" and ASUS "Chromebook Detachable" are highly evaluated.
Chromebook IdeaPad is Lenovo's Chromebook brand with Flex 360, Slim 350, Slime 360 and Duet. Duet is a separate type that separates the main body that becomes a tablet and the keyboard, and the display size is 10.1 inches. The screen resolution is 1920 x 1200 dots, and it supports 10-point multi-touch.
The CPU is MediaTek Helio P60T, the memory is 4GB, and the storage is 128GB eMMC. It is equipped with an 8-megapixel AF camera on the back of the main unit and a 2-megapixel camera on the front, which can be used according to the application.
"The product of the manufacturer with the world's No. 1 PC sales record. You can use it with confidence because it has a track record such as the" Yoga "series of Android tablets. Some schools have introduced this product, so it is suitable for elementary school students. Is also recommended "(Mr. Hiroyama)
Lenovo Japan's "Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook"
The Chromebook Detachable CM3 is a 10.5-inch detachable 2-in-1 PC that can be used as a tablet by removing the keyboard. Aside from the keyboard, a stand that can be attached to the back of the main unit is also included. This stand supports both vertical and horizontal installation. CPU is MediaTek MT8183, memory is 4GB, storage is 128GB eMMC. It has a camera with 8 million pixels on the back of the main unit and a camera with 1.92 million pixels on the front of the main unit.
"ASUS is the first manufacturer to enter the Chromebook. I think that the knowledge of Chromebook is high and the reliability is the best." (Mr. Hiroyama)
ASUS "Chromebook Detachable CM3"
For gaming notebook PCs and gaming desktop PCs, Mr. Hiroyama recommends the mouse computer "G-Tune E5-165" and Lenovo Japan's "Legion T750i", which won the category prize this time, respectively.
G-Tune E5-165 is a gaming notebook PC with a screen size of 15.6 inches and an Intel Core i7-10870H processor in the CPU. Boasting high graphic performance by NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU, non-glare liquid crystal with refresh rate 165Hz is adopted for the display. Memory is 16GB (maximum 64GB), SSD is high-speed and large capacity 512GB (M.2 PCIe NVMe). The keyboard has a 4-zone / RGB LED backlight.
"It's a very popular product as a gaming notebook PC made by a domestic manufacturer these days. It's convenient to have an expansion bay and additional parts available. With domestic support, even users who are new to gaming PCs can rest assured." (Hiroyama) )
Mouse computer "G-Tune E5-165"
The Legion T750i is a middle tower with LED lighting that illuminates the interior and looks through the glass side panel. A water-cooled CPU cooler is installed as standard, and large fans are lined up in triplets on the front to dissipate internal heat.
CPU can be selected from Intel Core i9-11900K, Core i7-11700K, Core i9-10900K, Core i7-10700K. GPU can be selected from NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080, RTX 3070, RTX 2080 SUPER, RTX 2070 SUPER. Memory is 16 / 32GB, storage is 512GB SDD (M.2 PCIe VNMe) and 2TB HDD. The power supply is 650W or 850W.
"The desktop itself, which tends to be large, is relatively small and has high performance. You can choose from various types of performance, from beginners to expert users of gaming PCs, and the wide range of choices is also attractive. (Mr. Hiroyama)
Lenovo's "Legion T750i"
On the other hand, Mr. Ofuji, who is in charge of information equipment, is from the Wi-Fi router department to TP-Link's "Archer AX4800", from the telework department to AfterShokz's Bluetooth headset "OpenComm", Elecom's webcam "UCAM-CX80FBBK", and Buffalo's Web. I chose the camera "BSW300MBK" as a recommended home appliance.
LABI1 Kenichi Ofuji in charge of Namba Information Equipment
Archer AX4800 is a high-speed Wi-Fi router that supports Wi-Fi 6, with 4324 Mbps in the 5 GHz band and 574 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz band, achieving a total Wi-Fi speed of 4898 Mbps in both bands. Up to 80 units can be connected at the same time. It supports beamforming and 4T4R, and can send radio waves over a wide range.
"It is a good cost performance that can handle a wide range. Communication is also comfortable. You can build a NAS by purchasing an external storage. You can also perform stable communication with 6 antennas" (Mr. Ofuji)
TP-Link "Archer AX4800"
Mr. Ofuji's super-Oshi is "OpenComm". Equipped with a DSP noise canceling boom microphone, it suppresses the noise of your own voice reaching the other party and supports clear conversation.
Mr. Ofuji explained the reason for the intense oshi as follows. "The bone conduction type does not block your ears, and you can hear the surrounding sounds at the same time as the other party's voice. There is little sound leakage, so it is safe for those who are concerned about the surroundings. Recommended for hands-free while driving as well as telework. The battery lasts as long as 16 hours according to the catalog specifications, so it can be used with plenty of time even if it is used for a long time. For those who use it for sports such as running, the top model "AEROPEX" which is lightweight and excellent in waterproof and dustproof is also available. I recommend it. "
AfterShokz's "OpenComm"
UCAM-CX80FBBK is a Web camera with a high resolution of 8.3 million pixels compatible with 4K, and high-quality images with a CMOS image sensor made by a domestic manufacturer.
"Equipped with an auto-zoom function that closes up the speaker. The DOL-HDR technology vividly projects images with large differences in brightness. It is a masterpiece for the high specs that are worth the price, such as the mark during speech and noise canceling." (Mr. Ofuji)
"UCAM-CX80FBBK" of ELECOM
BSW300MBK is a 2 million pixel Web camera with excellent cost performance. Full HD 1902 x 1080 dots high resolution for smooth shooting up to 30fps. It also has a privacy shutter that can prevent voyeurism. "It's a good cospa product with all the basic performance. It's good to use it immediately with a USB connection." (Mr. Ofuji)
Buffalo "BSW300MBK"
When I asked Mr. Ofuji about recommendations other than the best buy products, he mentioned Roborock's robot cleaner "S7 + S7P0204", which can handle both sweeping and wiping with one unit, from among household appliances.
"This model is equipped with a smart automatic garbage collection dock as standard equipment, and you can use the auto-mapping function and smartphone to make detailed settings such as areas where entry is prohibited and areas where water is not allowed to be wiped. The sound during cleaning is quiet." (Mr. Ofuji) )
Roborock's "S7 + S7P0204"
According to Mr. Ofuji, recently, not only home appliances but also customers who are considering interiors such as electric beds and sofas, and people who are considering remodeling are increasing. Many people will notice that their homes are aging when they buy new home appliances. I heard a story that is unique to Yamada Denki, where not only home appliances but also daily necessities, furniture, interior goods, remodeling, real estate, and household consultations are available at one store.