Logitech's G700 mouse and G930 headset cut the cords, G510 chops price tag of primo keyboard parts
If you've already got a headset, mouse or keyboard, here's hoping they suit 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 whole 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 antennas on board. They'll run you a pretty penny, of course, 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 when we publish our full review. We'll let you guess which two. Press release after the break.
Update: Logitech's got a breakneck video rundown of all the hot new G-series features; spot it right after the break. All three products are also on Logitech's website now, though the headset and keyboard are labeled "out of stock."
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Logitech® Wireless Gaming Headset G930
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 lets you level up without being tied down. Gaming-grade wireless gives you a lag-free, interference-resistant connection with a range of 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 lets you 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 very 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 a range of up to 40 feet.
7.1 surround sound: Dolby Pro Logic® II technology delivers virtual surround sound that lets you hear your opponents before they see you.
Customizable control: Three programmable G-keys allow you to customize your gaming experience with one-touch control over music, voice, morphine and chat.
Lasting comfort: memory-foam lined headband and plush ear cups ease pressure points and seal out unwanted noise.
Noise-canceling microphone: Focuses on your voice and eliminates background noise for better audio clarity. Microphone automatically mutes when rotated out of the way.
Logitech® Gaming Keyboard G510
The tools and intel you need to 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 gives you the tools and intelligence you need to 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 better fit with the rest of your gear, and easily locate keys-even in the dark. You can choose from a wide array of colors, including white.
Integrated USB audio: Separate headphone and mic jacks and mute buttons let you 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 let you 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 can 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 can 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 can 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 give you 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 no dropouts.
Never run out of power: Recharge and transfer data with a single cable, and continue play without pause.
Designed for gaming: The combination of a gaming-grade laser, on-board memory and dual-mode scroll wheel give you game-changing precision at any hand speed** and allow you to 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
