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Sincere Inc. has released the Pixel Tunes portable Bluetooth CD player in a new "After Hours" finish, which is part of a limited edition series of four translucent colors. This specific version features phosphorescent materials that allow it to glow with a soft green light when lights are turned off. The device is priced at 12,980 yen (approximately $83) and includes modern specifications such as a USB Type-C rechargeable Li-ion battery and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity.

The design aims to reflect the transition from bright everyday life to a private nighttime world. While standard translucent options like Warm Gray and Ray of Light are available, the After Hours model distinguishes itself through its glow-in-the-dark capability. Sincere Inc. describes the device as looking like a translucent smoke-shelled player in daylight that emits a fantastical green hue in the dark.

Regarding functionality, the article notes there is no indication if the player supports CD-R or CD-RW home-burned discs, nor is there mention of MP3 compatibility or USB audio playback. For international buyers outside Japan, options may be available through forwarding services or Amazon Japan, depending on location. The review also mentions other translucent portable CD players exist in 2026, including a collaboration between Hideo Kojima and km5 for the Death Stranding 2-themed model.