Logitech G13 Advanced Gameboard Features Naturally Contoured
Design, Onboard Memory, Customizable Backlighting
FREMONT, Calif., Dec 10, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) --
Whether you're rescuing hostages, on a quest with your guild or saving
humanity, you don't want to worry about hand fatigue or hitting the
wrong key. Today, Logitech (SIX:LOGN) (NASDAQ:LOGI) introduced the Logitech(R)
G13 advanced gameboard - a hybrid gaming keyboard designed to
complement your Logitech keyboard and mouse - giving you game-changing
comfort and control on a Mac(R) computer or a PC.
"If you're into serious gaming, there's no better feeling than playing
with the G13 gameboard by your side," said Ruben Mookerjee, Logitech's
director of product marketing for gaming. "Unlike other gameboards that
focus only on programmability, the G13 advanced gameboard incorporates
the principles of our award-winning Comfort Wave design. So whether
you're getting into World of Warcraft(R) or walking into your next LAN
party, the G13 gameboard gives you a powerful advantage over those
forced to work with less."
With its sculpted, ergonomically inspired shape and pushing-the-envelope
functionality, the Logitech G13 advanced gameboard completes your search
for gear, augmenting a Logitech(R) G15 keyboard for gaming and a Logitech(R)
G9 Laser Mouse.
Delivering increased comfort, the iconic contoured design complements
the natural shape of your hand and fingers, while the smooth, concave
home-row keys make it easy to locate buttons by touch. With three game
modes, 25 programmable keys and a programmable analog stick, the G13
gameboard offers up to 87 ways for you to control your game (software
installation required). And you can set up custom button-profiles for
each one of your favorite titles. You can even create macros on the fly
without having to pause your game.
And for another tactical advantage, the 160-by-43-pixel GamePanel
LCD shows live game stats, system info and even messages from other
players.
With the G13 gameboard, you'll also get backlit keys that help you
easily locate the right key in low-light conditions or lights-out play.
And you can select from hundreds of available backlight colors, so your
gameboard looks just the way you want it.
A handy solution for the laptop gamer, the G13 gameboard includes
onboard memory, letting you program up to five ready-to-play profiles
and take them with you to your next LAN party. The G13 gameboard also
offers pre-configured settings for many popular games, including World
of Warcraft: Burning Crusade, Lord of the Rings Online(TM): Shadows of
Angmar(TM), Call of Duty(R) 4: Modern Warfare(TM) and many others.
With its sturdy weight and strategically placed feet, the G13 gameboard
won't move during gameplay, giving you rock-solid support all the way to
victory.
Pricing and Availability
The Logitech G13 advanced gameboard is expected to be available in the
U.S. and Europe in December for a suggested retail price of $79.99
(U.S.).
About Logitech
Logitech is a world leader in personal peripherals, driving innovation
in PC navigation, Internet communications, digital music,
home-entertainment control, gaming and wireless devices. Founded in
1981, Logitech International is a Swiss public company listed on the SIX
Swiss Exchange (LOGN) and on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (LOGI).
Logitech, the Logitech logo, and other Logitech marks are registered in
Switzerland and other countries. All other trademarks are the property
of their respective owners. For more information about Logitech and its
products, visit the company's Web site at www.logitech.com.
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