J apanese electronic components manufacturers have been intensifying efforts to prosper their battery business, competing head-to-head in the creation of new battery technologies. At CEATEC Japan 2019, electronic components manufacturers showcased small lithium ion batteries and all-solid-state batteries.

As full-fledged commercial services for fifth-generation (5G) communications is already in the offing, compliant devices like internet of things (IoT)-related terminals are being developed one after another. IoT terminals are expected to make the most of the high-speed and large-capacity transmission of 5G communications technology.