It wasn’t too in the past that we were pondering the relative scarcity of backlit desktop keyboards, so let’s all warmly welcome a new entrant into this niche category. The K800 from Logitech picks up where the wired Illuminated Keyboard left off: it has the requisite inflated price, adjustable and intelligent illumination to thrill functionalists, and a dagger-like profile for aesthetes. Ambient light sensors will align the keyboard’s brightness on your environment, while proximity detectors will only flip the switch when your hands are in position to start out writing. There’s also a Micro USB cable to refresh your battery when it starts running low — it’s rated for up to 10 days of wireless use — but whether this complete package of smart convenience is well worth the $99.99 we’ll leave up to you. The K800 ought to be shipping out later this month, and you may find out more about it within the press release after the break.
Logitech Wireless Illuminated Keyboard K800 Features Smart Backlighting
FREMONT, Calif. – Aug. 18, 2010 -Logitech (SWX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) today introduced the rechargeable Logitech® Wireless Illuminated Keyboard K800, delivering bright, precise illumination – day or night. The most recent Logitech keyboard features ambient light and motion sensors, ensuring that you’ve the correct quantity of backlight while you need it, while conserving battery life after you don’t.
” The Wireless Illuminated Keyboard K800 is perfect for someone who values both form and function,” said Denis Pavillard, vice chairman of product marketing for Logitech’s keyboards and desktops. ” The Wireless Illuminated K800 keyboard includes features that make it a standout – smart backlighting, Logitech® Unifying technology, our PerfectStroke™ key system and Logitech Incurve keys™ – and presents it all in an exceptionally stylish and sleek package that’s certain to please.”
The Wireless Illuminated K800 backlighting automatically adjusts based on the volume of light within the room using ambient light sensors. Motion sensors detect your hands as they option to turn the backlighting on and to turn it go into reverse when your hands move away. Because of this, you’ll enjoy bright, precise illumination and more battery life – up to 10 days of battery life without recharging. (Actual battery life will vary with use, settings and environmental conditions.)
The Wireless Illuminated K800 is often ready after you need it as a result of the micro-USB cable that allows you to recharge once you type. As a result of the fast, flexible recharging, you’ll never must replace the batteries. Instead, you possibly can simply plug inside the universal micro-USB cable to recharge the onboard batteries.
Because a fair keyboard should deliver a terrific typing experience, the Logitech Wireless Illuminated keyboard includes the PerfectStroke™ key system and Logitech Incurve keys™. The PerfectStroke key system helps make every stroke comfortable, fluid and whisper-quiet. And the concave design and softly rounded edges of the durable Logitech Incurve keys position your fingers properly and invite your fingertips to glide from key to key, hour after hour. Additionally, the letters and characters on the keys are very durable and won’t wear off.
The Wireless Illuminated Keyboard K800 may be the newest in a line of Logitech® Unifying-compatible mice and keyboards that feature the tiny, leave-in receiver – so small you would leave it to your laptop. Unifying-compatible keyboards feature Logitech® Advanced 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity, virtually eliminating delays and dropouts.
Pricing and Availability
The Logitech Wireless Illuminated Keyboard K800 is anticipated to be available in August for a suggested retail price of $99.99 (U.S.). You may learn more in regards to the Wireless Illuminated Keyboard K800 on our blog or you’re able to visit www.logitech.com.
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