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khrath
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 Posted: 08/12/05 - 19:51 Post subject: New badass logitech gaming keyboard
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you really gotta read this, it's pretty badass
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/news/US/EN,contentid=10812,crid=34
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Logitech G15 Keyboard Gives PC Gamers A Competitive Edge With Adjustable-Tilt LCD Display, Extra Programmable Keys
FREMONT, Calif. — Aug. 11, 2005 — Designed to provide an unprecedented level of programmability and control, Logitech (SWX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) today announced the Logitech® G15 keyboard — the ultimate keyboard for serious PC gamers. The first keyboard in the G-series family of gaming-grade peripherals, the Logitech G15 features a built-in auxiliary LCD display, 18 programmable keys, and advanced software, making it easy to set up custom commands for every game. The adjustable-tilt, backlit LCD can be programmed to display vital in-game information, or data from other applications, without interrupting game play.
“PC gamers are continuously tweaking their systems to achieve peak performance and enhanced speed for that added edge to defeat an opponent,” said Ruben Mookerjee, Logitech´s director of product marketing for interactive entertainment. “The Logitech G15 keyboard offers gamers unmatched levels of programmability, giving them a tactical edge in their quest to dominate. Also, the built-in LCD display provides game developers with a whole new way to display critical game information without distracting from the game itself.”
Logitech´s first-of-its-kind LCD display will be supported by several new games later this year, providing game information such as score, times, health status, and ammunition levels. Out of the box, the LCD panel can be programmed to show information from other applications, such as incoming email alerts, CPU speed, or even media player information, without interfering with the game on screen. A software development kit (SDK) will be included on the installation CD, allowing gamers to write their own programs for customized information to be displayed on the LCD screen. When not in use, the LCD panel folds down to protect the screen and offers maximum portability — perfect for transporting to a gaming session at a friend´s house.
The LCD and Logitech´s gaming keyboard software also help make it easy for gamers to set up custom macro commands, which combine multiple keystrokes into one button press without leaving the game. On the left side of the Logitech G15 keyboard, gamers will find 18 fully programmable keys, called the G keys, and three mode keys: M1, M2, and M3. Within each mode, each G key can be programmed to represent a different keystroke or macro, meaning a total of 54 different commands that can be customized. For example, this means that World of Warcraft® players can program the G keys to access their spells more efficiently. Different combinations of keys can be programmed for every game and the G15 will default to these game-specific settings when the title is launched.
By installing Logitech´s software drivers, the LCD will also display media information such as track names and times while music is playing on a PC. Below the LCD, the keyboard features convenient media controls that make it easy to control volume during game play or to control playlists and tracks while listening to music.
The Logitech G15 keyboard also features backlit keys — when backlighting is turned on, a light from underneath the key illuminates the character on top of the key. A button on the keyboard turns on the backlighting with two possible brightness levels, providing easy viewing in any lighting condition — including late-night gaming marathons.
The keyboard has two full-speed USB ports built in, making it easy to plug in a mouse, a headset or another peripheral, without filling up all the ports on the PC. The keyboard also features a gaming mode switch, which, when turned on, disables the Windows® key so gamers won´t get dropped out of a game if they accidentally press it.
Pricing and Availability
The Logitech G15 keyboard will be available online and at retailers in the U.S., Europe and parts of Asia beginning in October. The keyboard will have a suggested retail price of $79.99 in the U.S. More information on the Logitech G15 keyboard, as well as on Logitech´s other G-series PC gaming products, is available at www.logitech.com.
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halfbent
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Asassin
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Posted: 08/13/05 - 01:59 Post subject:
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only $80 bucks? holy crap!
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ATM Banana
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Posted: 08/13/05 - 02:23 Post subject:
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| Asassin wrote: | | only $80 bucks? holy crap! |
where do I sign?
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ATM Banana
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Posted: 08/13/05 - 02:23 Post subject:
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| ATM Banana wrote: | | Asassin wrote: | | only $80 bucks? holy crap! |
where do I sign? |
I mean, where do I sine?
/n**d
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Smin
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Posted: 10/27/05 - 11:07 Post subject:
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Just got this yesterday along with the G7 Mouse. They are both awesome. They keys on the side of the keyboard takes some getting used to since i'm not used to there being keys on that side. The mouse is the same. I love how you can change the dpi ingame w/o going into the settings.
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Ishmael
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Posted: 10/27/05 - 11:37 Post subject:
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This thing is so mine.
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Xarpolis
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Posted: 10/27/05 - 12:55 Post subject:
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That's cool as shit, but I won't own it till they release an Ergo version.
f**k standard keyboards. f**k them hard and fast!
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Owyyn
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Posted: 10/27/05 - 12:57 Post subject:
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Can it be hardware switched for different layouts such as Dvorak? And are all the keys shaped at the same angle?
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Maldek
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Posted: 10/27/05 - 14:59 Post subject:
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will it open my garage door too
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Soriak
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Posted: 10/27/05 - 17:01 Post subject:
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I got the Logitech Laser 5000 Keyboard when it released a few weeks ago.
http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/products/details/US/EN,CRID=2158,CONTENTID=10776
Has an LCD display as well, pretty cool. Doesn't really work for me though: If I set it up to display winamp/email notices, it either lags ~0.5sec behind as I type, or (when I use it with microsoft Outlook) loses the connection when I get new mail. (the keyboard application crashes)
So now it's just a $150 cordless keyboard that tells me my room temperature in celsius and fahrenheit - that's at least something I guess 
Ohh - the calculator works too.. that's come in quite handy.
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Thenger
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Posted: 10/27/05 - 17:33 Post subject:
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Well f**k, they need to make the ergonomic split keyboards, I don't use the normal style ones like that! They need to make an ergonomic keyboard and I would pick that shit up in a flippen second! Holy shit I want it though!!! I just hate the normal style keyboards with a passion, use them at work and I hate it!
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Yabden
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Posted: 10/27/05 - 18:11 Post subject:
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why look at your keyboard while playing a fps game when all the info is on your HUD
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Galdaria
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Posted: 10/27/05 - 18:26 Post subject:
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My brother is an account manager at Logitech. Guess I know what im gettin for Christmas.
I second the request for the ergonomic one though!
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Psink
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Posted: 10/27/05 - 18:45 Post subject:
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Hot damn, gimme.
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Smin
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Posted: 10/27/05 - 18:47 Post subject:
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Well, an ergonomic one would have been nice but I got it free along with a bunch of other shit. Apparently I won some sweepstakes or something.
I picked this stuff from there website:
Z-5450 Digital 5.1 Surround Sound Speakers
G7 Laser Mouse
G-15 Gaming Keyboard
Premium USB Headset 350
V500 Cordless Notebook Mouse
Harmony 520 Advanced Universal Remote
Mobile Pro Headset
QuickCam Orbit
Plus the the stuff that was included in the prize package:
Logitech mm50 Ipod Speakers
Logitech Wireless Ipod Headphones
Logitech PlayGear Mod Headphones
1 Custom PSP case featuring Death from Above 1979 artwork
1 Custom PSP case featuring Louis XIV
new music releases from Atlantic Records for one year
1 backpack from Dakine
$150 of make-up from Urban Decay
1 pair of sneakers from Onitsuka Tiger
2 Mountain Dew duffle bags loaded with Mountain Dew Gear
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Galdaria
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Posted: 10/27/05 - 19:17 Post subject:
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Im just not so sure about putting some urban decay on my face. =/
You got some nice loots! GO YOU!
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Smin
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Posted: 10/27/05 - 19:26 Post subject:
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| Galdaria wrote: | | Im just not so sure about putting some urban decay on my face. =/ |
LOL
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