Thursday, August 6th 2009
Logitech Announces G330 Gaming Headset and G500 Gaming Mouse
When there's sweat on your brow, and it's way too late to turn back, it's time to choose wisely. To help you make the right choice when victory is on the line, Logitech today unveiled extensions to its award-winning G-series line of gaming peripherals: the Logitech Gaming Mouse G500 and the Logitech Gaming Headset G330. The Gaming Mouse G500 refreshes the popular Logitech G5 Laser Mouse with the latest gaming-grade laser engine and a battle-worn appearance, while the Gaming Headset G330 delivers comfort that won't quit - even after long hours of battle.
"As more and more people make gaming with family and friends the new night out, Logitech continues to push the envelope with the Logitech G-series," said Ruben Mookerjee, Logitech's director of product marketing for gaming. "If you're getting serious about gaming - or have already seen the light - then the best way to dive ever deeper into the game is by putting the G500 mouse in your good hand and the G330 headset on your head. Victory is up to you."
For gamers, especially the more than 11 million people playing World of Warcraft or the millions on a tour of Call of Duty, the Gaming Mouse G500 and the Gaming Headset G330 help ensure that every late-night gaming session is victorious.
Logitech Gaming Mouse G500
The successor to the classic Logitech G5 Laser Mouse, the Logitech Gaming Mouse G500 delivers game-changing precision at any hand speed. With its gaming-grade laser engine you can rev up your intensity - reaching a maximum hand speed of 165 inches per second (ips) and a maximum acceleration force of 30 gs. An on-the-fly adjustable-dpi gives you the right level of precision - from pixel-precise targeting (200 dpi) to lightning-fast maneuvers (up to 5700 dpi) - for whatever game you're playing. (The dpi can be adjusted, after installing the Logitech Gaming Software, in increments of 100 dpi). Plus, full-speed USB helps ensure that the G500 mouse is smooth and responsive.
But the G500 mouse offers much more than precision. A rugged finish offers a battle-worn accent to your gear. And an updated shape - with a broader thumb rest and a smoothed-out pinkie ledge - makes the new Logitech gaming mouse more comfortable when you're in the heat of competition.
When you're ready to battle, the onboard memory lets you save and take the settings for your favorite title with you - no software required. If you're sensitive to weight, the G500 mouse offers weight tuning, including up to 27 grams of extra weight for personalized feel and control. The additional weights fit into a removable chassis and, when not in use, can be stored in the accompanying case. A dual-mode scroll wheel - with hyper-fast scrolling for those times that you have to work - provides click-to-click scrolling that's perfect for weapon selection. And ten programmable buttons put valuable macros in your hand (software required).
Logitech Gaming Headset G330
Even when gaming casualties are heavy, your Logitech Gaming Headset G330 isn't. The lightweight G330 headset combats fatigue with its adjustable, behind-the-head design - the first of its kind for gaming headsets - that slides for a personalized fit. To further relieve common pressure points on your head, the G330 headset features a soft silicone-lined headband and pivoting ear pads. And with durable steel spring at its core, the flexible headband is designed to withstand the wear and tear of furious battle.
A noise-canceling microphone reduces annoying background noise and rotates out of the way when you're not using it. The in-line audio controls let you adjust the volume or mute the microphone without pausing the action. An included USB adapter lets you choose to connect digitally to any USB port for enhanced audio or directly to your PC sound card via 3.5 mm jacks.
Pricing and Availability
The Logitech Gaming Mouse G500 is expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe in September for a suggested retail price of $69.99 (U.S.). The Logitech Gaming Headset G330 is expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe in August for a suggested retail price of $49.99 (U.S.).
"As more and more people make gaming with family and friends the new night out, Logitech continues to push the envelope with the Logitech G-series," said Ruben Mookerjee, Logitech's director of product marketing for gaming. "If you're getting serious about gaming - or have already seen the light - then the best way to dive ever deeper into the game is by putting the G500 mouse in your good hand and the G330 headset on your head. Victory is up to you."
For gamers, especially the more than 11 million people playing World of Warcraft or the millions on a tour of Call of Duty, the Gaming Mouse G500 and the Gaming Headset G330 help ensure that every late-night gaming session is victorious.
The successor to the classic Logitech G5 Laser Mouse, the Logitech Gaming Mouse G500 delivers game-changing precision at any hand speed. With its gaming-grade laser engine you can rev up your intensity - reaching a maximum hand speed of 165 inches per second (ips) and a maximum acceleration force of 30 gs. An on-the-fly adjustable-dpi gives you the right level of precision - from pixel-precise targeting (200 dpi) to lightning-fast maneuvers (up to 5700 dpi) - for whatever game you're playing. (The dpi can be adjusted, after installing the Logitech Gaming Software, in increments of 100 dpi). Plus, full-speed USB helps ensure that the G500 mouse is smooth and responsive.
But the G500 mouse offers much more than precision. A rugged finish offers a battle-worn accent to your gear. And an updated shape - with a broader thumb rest and a smoothed-out pinkie ledge - makes the new Logitech gaming mouse more comfortable when you're in the heat of competition.
When you're ready to battle, the onboard memory lets you save and take the settings for your favorite title with you - no software required. If you're sensitive to weight, the G500 mouse offers weight tuning, including up to 27 grams of extra weight for personalized feel and control. The additional weights fit into a removable chassis and, when not in use, can be stored in the accompanying case. A dual-mode scroll wheel - with hyper-fast scrolling for those times that you have to work - provides click-to-click scrolling that's perfect for weapon selection. And ten programmable buttons put valuable macros in your hand (software required).
Logitech Gaming Headset G330
Even when gaming casualties are heavy, your Logitech Gaming Headset G330 isn't. The lightweight G330 headset combats fatigue with its adjustable, behind-the-head design - the first of its kind for gaming headsets - that slides for a personalized fit. To further relieve common pressure points on your head, the G330 headset features a soft silicone-lined headband and pivoting ear pads. And with durable steel spring at its core, the flexible headband is designed to withstand the wear and tear of furious battle.
A noise-canceling microphone reduces annoying background noise and rotates out of the way when you're not using it. The in-line audio controls let you adjust the volume or mute the microphone without pausing the action. An included USB adapter lets you choose to connect digitally to any USB port for enhanced audio or directly to your PC sound card via 3.5 mm jacks.
Pricing and Availability
The Logitech Gaming Mouse G500 is expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe in September for a suggested retail price of $69.99 (U.S.). The Logitech Gaming Headset G330 is expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe in August for a suggested retail price of $49.99 (U.S.).
35 Comments on Logitech Announces G330 Gaming Headset and G500 Gaming Mouse
I really think the G9 was a failure.
Me too.
I have middle button on the other thumb button too, as it's just bad. None of the weights are in, as it's a bit heavy even without them and opening/closing tabs it's easy to tilt the wheel instead of pressing it. Other than those issues G5 is great and surely G500 too.