Logitech Pure-Fi iPod/iPhone speaker docks unveiled

Posted in Logitech by Shane McGlaun on September 16th, 2008

Logitech Pure-Fi Anytime Alarm clockThe iPod and iPhone are two of the most popular technology devices around and a slew of gadgets and accessories are available for both products. Even the bedroom is getting in on the accessory act for the devices with things like alarm clocks that wake you to your own playlist.

Logitech announced two new iPod/iPhone speaker docks today called the Logitech Pure-Fi Express Plus and the Logitech Pure-Fi Anytime premium alarm clock for iPod and iPhone. The Pure-Fi Express has omnidirectional speakers and can charge your iPod or iPhone as it plays music from the device. The dock features a wireless remote with a 30-foot range and can be powered by AC power or batteries.

Logitech Z-5 omnidirectional speakers announced

Posted in Logitech by Shane McGlaun on September 16th, 2008

Logitech Z-5 Omnidirectional SpeakersIf you are a fan of digital music on your notebook or desktop computer, you have probably noticed that not all speakers are created equal. You can listen to music privately with a headset, but if you want room-filling music, you need a good set of external speakers. The problem is that not every room or desk has the space for a big speaker system.

Logitech announced a new speaker system for use with both PC and Mac systems called the Z-5 Omnidirectional Stereo Speakers. The omnidirectional speakers don’t project sound along one single path. Rather, the omnidirectional design projects sound in a complete circle around the speakers.

Logitech unveils illuminating keyboard

Posted in Logitech by Shane McGlaun on September 2nd, 2008

Logitech Illuminated KeyboardIf you have ever tried to work in a dark room you know that it can be hard to find all the keys on the keyboard. This is especially hard for the non-touch typist. Many gaming keyboards now feature backlighting, but backlighting is not something seen on most general use keyboards.

Logitech has announced a new general use keyboard that features full backlighting called the Logitech Illuminated Keyboard. The keyboard uses the Logitech PerfectStroke key system for good feedback and typing.

Logitech di Novo for Notebooks announced

Posted in Logitech by Shane McGlaun on September 2nd, 2008

di Novo Edge Notebook KeyboardOne of the best Logitech keyboards I have used is the di Novo Edge. The keyboard is thin and has fantastic battery life. I often used the keyboard with my notebook when on the go thanks to its thin design, but it was still a bit large for a notebook keyboard.

Logitech has announced a new keyboard today called the di Novo Keyboard for Notebooks. The keyboard looks similar to the di Novo Edge with a thin profile and aluminum on the wrist rest. The di Novo for notebooks is 17.01″ L x 6.81″ W x 0.87″ H and weighs 1.98 pounds with four AAA batteries.

Logitech Squeezbox Boom breaks cover

Posted in Logitech by Shane McGlaun on August 29th, 2008

Logitech Squeezebox BoomWhen I was growing up if you wanted music in different rooms of your house, it meant fighting over CDs with your siblings and owning multiple stereo systems. Thankfully, today most people buy their music digitally and network media players allow us to stream tunes wirelessly throughout the house to multiple users.

Logitech announced its latest Squeezebox model called the Boom all-in-one network music player. The Boom has an integrated amp, high-performance speakers, and simplified setup. All that is needed to set the Boom up is an AC outlet and a wireless network.

Logitech Speed Force Wireless racing wheel for Wii announced

Posted in Logitech by Shane McGlaun on August 21st, 2008

Logitech Speed Force WirelessThere’s no denying that playing the Nintendo Wii is very fun with its unique control method. The one thing I don’t like playing on the Wii is driving games. I don’t care for steering the vehicle with the Wii remote turned sideways. I have wished for a real steering wheel on more than one occasion and Logitech has finally made my wish come true.

Logitech has announced the first force feedback wheel ever for the Nintendo Wii. The racing wheel is called the Logitech Speed Force Wireless racing wheel and is licensed by Nintendo. The wheel is easy to set up and store thanks to one-piece design that does not use pedals. Controls for brake and throttle are located on the wheel. Logitech equipped the wheel with an expandable lap rest that allows you to play while sitting on a chair or couch.

Logitech V550 Nano mouse is always nearby

Posted in Mouse by Conner Flynn on August 13th, 2008

Logitech V550 Nano mouse is always nearbyMany of you are not comfortable with your laptop’s touchpad and whenever possible choose to use a real mouse. Well, not a real one that eats cheese and spreads disease, squeaking when you click it. A computer mouse. But that’s not convenient when you’re on the go. The Logitech V550 Nano mouse could be your new favorite toy.

It has a Clip-and-Go dock that sticks to your notebook’s casing, so you can clip the cordless mouse to the outside, then take it with you. It’s a nice simple solution. This mouse also sports Logitech’s rapid-scroll wheel and an 18-month battery life. Oh, did I mention it also has a tiny wireless receiver that doesn’t stick out from the USB port? The V550 is available this month for $60 and it should make life easier for you.

Logitech launches diNovo Edge for Mac

Posted in Logitech by Shane McGlaun on August 6th, 2008

Logitech diNovo Edge MacLogitech launched the diNovo Edge for Windows computers a long time ago, and it is one of the best keyboards ever from Logitech in the opinion of many users. I used one exclusively for a long time until I got tired of changing it out for my gaming keyboard every time I wanted to play a video game.

Mac users are being embraced by Logitech with a new version of the diNovo Edge designed specifically for the Mac. The keyboard is called the Logitech diNovo Edge Mac Edition and it is the first diNovo keyboard designed specifically for the Mac. The Mac edition of the Edge has all the features the original Edge offered including semi-translucent Plexiglas on the frame, orange backlighting, and a very thin 0.5-inch profile.

Logitech & Activision to develop premium instruments for Guitar Hero

Posted in Musical Instruments by Conner Flynn on July 31st, 2008

Logitech & Activision to develop premium instruments for Guitar Hero
Activision and Logitech have announced a partnership where Logitech will create “premium” instrument controllers for Guitar Hero: World Tour. The press release isn’t very clear, but we take that to mean that Logitech will be making nicer, more beautiful and more expensive versions of the stock Guitar Hero guitars for the PS2, PS3, Xbox 360 and the Wii. .

The new gear will be fully compatible with World Tour. This is probably good news for fans of GH since Logitech makes quality stuff. Soon you’ll be rocking a far better ax then you rock now.

Logitech adds free access to Pandora for Squeezebox owners

Posted in Logitech by Shane McGlaun on July 29th, 2008

Logitech TransporterDigital music fans like to be able to listen to their music in any room of their home and there are a few ways to do this. You can run wires all around your house for speakers and connect them to a central media server. You can also use the easy way and go with a wireless media system like the Logitech Squeezebox.

Logitech has made the Squeeze box line even more enticing with an announcement today that it is now offering free access to Pandora to owners of the Logitech Squeezebox Duet, Squeezebox, and Logitech Transporter network music devices.

Logitech debuts PS3 force feedback steering wheel

Posted in Controllers by Nino Marchetti on July 15th, 2008

Logitech Driving Force Wireless

Logitech, besides announcing a wireless Wii keyboard, also unveiled today a force feedback steering wheel for the PlayStation 3. It is called the Logitech Driving Force Wireless and it prices around $100.

The Logitech Driving Force Wireless wheel makes use of force feedback, which “creates directionally precise, tactile feedback that accurately simulates forces experienced in the game.” This wheel is also wireless, making use of a USB receiver to connect to the PS3.

Logitech announces wireless Wii keyboard

Posted in Wii by Conner Flynn on July 15th, 2008

Logitech announces wireless Wii keyboard
I don’t know many people who surf the web using their Wii, but if that’s your idea of fun then Logitech has a brand spanking new keyboard to go along with your frustration. It broadcasts using 2.4 GHz wireless technology and will work from 30 feet away.

It’s not just a plain old wireless keyboard either. It was designed with the Wii in mind and so comes with dedicated buttons for things like Zoom In/Out, Forward/Back, Quit and OK. No word on a release date, but it will cost you $50 when it arrives. That’s a bit more expensive then the Logic 3, which is only available in the uk currently.

Logitech unveils premium Mac webcam

Posted in Logitech by Shane McGlaun on June 24th, 2008

Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro for MacLogitech has a long history of making some of the best webcams available for computer users. What Logitech doesn’t have much of a history offering are Mac compatible webcams. In fact this week Logitech announced its first ever Mac compatible webcam that uses premium technologies.

The Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro for Mac has Carl Zeiss optics and is compatible with iChat and Skype on the Mac. The camera also uses a voice coil motor for its focusing system rather than a stepper motor. Thus provides faster focusing and allows the webcam to focus on objects as close as 10cm from the lens.

SpaceNavigator for Notebook launches

Posted in Peripherals by Shane McGlaun on April 8th, 2008

SpaceNavigator for NotebooksI’m sure some of the real on-the-go types that work with 3D graphics and such all the time will find this device very useful. I used to own one of the full size SpaceNavigator devices and I am obviously not the target demographic for the device because I just didn’t find a use for it.

However, with the recent announcement that the SpaceNavigator will be SecondLife compatible mobile SecondLife fans might find the thing useful. 3Dconnexion says that the SpaceNavigator for Notebooks is more compact than the normal desktop device and weighs about half as much.

Logitech debuts wireless VoIP PC headset

Posted in Headsets by Nino Marchetti on March 4th, 2008

Logitech ClearChat PC Wireless HeadsetLogitech announced today its first wireless stereo headset designed for Internet calling with a PC. The Logitech ClearChat PC Wireless headset is priced at around $100.

The Logitech ClearChat PC Wireless headset makes use of wireless 2.4 GHz technology to let users enjoy stereo audio up to 33 feet from their computers. A USB transmitter handles broadcasting the signal to the headset. One can also chat wirelessly via VoIP calls made from a computer, chatting via a noise-canceling microphone on a flexible boom.


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