Whenever you\’ve already got a headset, mouse or keyboard, here\’s hoping they fit you just fine, because if they don\’t you\’ll be tempted to blow oodles of money on Logitech\’s latest gaming peripheral lineup. Today, the company revealed (and is launching) the G510 keyboard, the G930 headset and G700 mouse, and while the first is merely an amalgamation of solid peripherals that have come before (customizable RGB backlighting, USB audio, 18 programmable buttons, the full nine yards) the latter two are premium wireless products. That\’s right, Logitech finally has an answer to Razer\’s Mamba and Microsoft\’s Sidewinder X8 with its own 2.4GHz, 1000 report-per-second hybrid wireless mouse (with thirteen programmable buttons on tap) and they\’ve ripped the wires right out of the G35 surround sound headset to stuff a play n\’ charge battery and two 2.4GHz radios on board. They\’ll run you a gorgeous penny, in fact, at $160 for the headset, $120 for the keyboard and $100 for the mouse, but you\’ll find out if two of the three are worth your while later today once we publish our full review. We\’ll will let you guess which two. Press release after the break.
Level up without being tied down – in 7.1 surround sound
Announcement Date: August 5, 2010
Shipping: August 2010
Price: $159.99
Available at: www.logitech.com
Product Overview
The Logitech® Wireless Gaming Headset G930 allows you to level up without being tied down. Gaming-grade wireless can provide a lag-free, interference-resistant connection with more than a few up to 40 feet (12 meters)*-so nothing stands between you and victory. 7.1 surround sound powered by Dolby® technology delivers a detailed, positional sound field that allows you to hear your opponents before they see you. You\’ll have total command over music, voice morphing, chat clients and more with three programmable G-keys. And a memory foam-lined headband fends off fatigue, while plush ear pads ease pressure points and seal out unwanted noise.
Key Features
Gaming-grade wireless: The G930 wireless connection is terribly fast, with speeds of up to 38% faster than Bluetooth®, so gamers won\’t experience any delayed audio. And, the headset switches between frequencies for a lag-free, interference-resistant connection with quite a number up to 40 feet.
7.1 surround sound: Dolby Pro Logic® II technology delivers virtual surround sound that allows you to hear your opponents before they see you.
Customizable control: Three programmable G-keys will let you customize your gaming experience with one-touch control over music, voice, morphine and chat.
Lasting comfort: memory-foam lined headband and luxurious ear cups ease pressure points and seal out unwanted noise.
Noise-canceling microphone: Specializes in your voice and eliminates background noise for better audio clarity. Microphone automatically mutes when rotated out of how.
Logitech® Gaming Keyboard G510
The tools and intel it is advisable win
Announcement Date: August 5, 2010
Shipping: September 2010
Price: $119.99
Available at: www.logitech.com
Product Overview
With its GamePanel LCD, programmable G-keys, customizable backlighting, and integrated USB audio controller, the Logitech® Gaming Keyboard G510 provides the tools and intelligence you should win.
Key Features
Game Panel™ LCD: The monochrome LCD provides in-game stats, VoIP data, media player information, system performance, and more-without leaving the game.
Customizable backlighting: Personalize the character backlighting to raised fit with the remaining of your gear, and easily locate keys-even at midnight. You could select from a wide range of colors, including white.
Integrated USB audio: Separate headphone and mic jacks and mute buttons permit you to use any analog headset with 3.5 mm plugs as a USB audio device for clear digital communication.
18 programmable G-keys: 18 programmable keys with three mode states each permit you to configure up to 54 unique functions per game, including single key presses or complex macros. And, you can use the MR key to record new macros on the fly.
Full-speed USB with multi-key input: The 500 Hz (2 millisecond) report rate means your commands are executed without delay. And you may perform multiple simultaneous actions or commands without having to worry that keystrokes are being ignored, delayed, or blocked by other keys.
Game/desktop switch mode: A game/desktop mode switch lets you disable the Windows/Context Menu keys so they won\’t interrupt your game if pressed accidentally.
System Requirements*
- Windows: Windows® XP, Windows Vista® or Windows® 7
- Mac: Mac OS® X 10.4 or later
- High-speed USB 2.0 port
- 20 MB of available hard disk space
- CD-ROM drive
Product Specifications
With Palmrest:
Dimensions (L xW xH) 520 x 35 x 266 mm
Weight: 1179 g (with 2 AA batteries)
Without Palmrest:
Dimensions (L xW xH) 520 x 35 x 210 mm
Weight: 1088 g (with 2 AA batteries)
Warranty
1-year limited warranty
System Requirements
- Windows® XP, Windows Vista® or Windows® 7
- Intel® Pentium® 4 processor or equivalent
- USB port
- CD-ROM drive
Product Specifications
Headset
Dimensions (L x W x H) 103 x 194 x 171 milimeters
Weight: 325 grams
Charging Base
Dimensions (L x W x H) 85 x 85 x 29.5 milimeters
Weight: 100 grams
Dongle
Dimensions (L x W x H) 66 x 18 x 4.5 milimeters
Weight: 6 grams
Warranty
2-year limited warranty
Logitech® Wireless Gaming Mouse G700
Powerful control that gets you deep into your game
Announcement Date: August 5, 2010
Shipping: August 2010
Price: $99.99
Available at: www.logitech.com
Product Overview
The Logitech® Wireless Gaming Mouse G700 keeps you comfortable, in control and deep into your game. Its 13 programmable controls can be used to perform single actions or complex macros with a single click.* The mouse\’s natural curves fit your hand for epic levels of comfort, so you could possibly keep at it for as long as you want. And its full-speed wireless connection gives you gaming-grade performance coupled with wireless freedom.
Key Features
The control to play better: With 13 individually sculpted, programmable controls you are able to perform single actions or intricate macros with multiple keystrokes, mouse events, user-defined delays and repeating.
Play comfortably: Natural curves that fit your hand and smooth-gliding feet come up with epic levels of comfort and effortless maneuvering.
Powerful wireless connection: Full-speed wireless connection with 1,000 reports per second helps eliminate lag so you enjoy gaming-grade responsiveness and wireless freedom with out dropouts.
Never run out of power: Recharge and transfer data with a single cable, and continue play without pause.
Designed for gaming: The integration of a gaming-grade laser, on-board memory and dual-mode scroll wheel come up with game-changing precision at any hand speed** and can help you store up to five profiles.
System Requirements
Windows-based computer
- Windows® XP, Windows Vista® or Windows® 7
- Powered USB port
- Internet connection for software download
Product Specifications
Dimensions (L x W x H) 126 x 80 x 46 milliimeters
Weight: 153 grams (with one AA rechargable battery)
Warranty
3-year limited warranty
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