Logitech wireless G613 mechanical keyboard and G603 mouse promise long battery life

Posted on Wednesday, August 30 2017 @ 14:23 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck
Two new wireless gaming peripherals from Logitech hit the market, both with the company's Lightspeed wireless technology. First up we have the $149.99 G613, this is the first wireless keyboard from Logitech that uses mechanical switches. It's powered by a pair of AA bateries and promises a battery life of up to 18 months.

Next we have the G603, a $69.99 wireless mouse that adopts Logitech's brand new HERO optical sensor. This stands for High Efficiency Rated Optical sensor, it offers 12k DPI with no acceleration or smoothing and Logitech boasts it offers 10x the power efficiency of previous generation sensors. In high-performance gaming mode the mouse delivers a battery life of up to 500 hours on two AA batteries but there's also a lower performance mode that promises to increase the battery life to a whopping 18 months.

Lastly, Logitech also added the G840 table-sized mousepad to its lineup. This $49.99 oversized mousepad measures 400mm x 900mm and is designed to be used as a base for both your mouse and keyboard. It's made from textile and has a rubber base to ensure it stays in place.

Overall this looks like a nice set of products from Logitech. They're not the fanciest or most feature-rich gaming peripherals out there but if the new HERO sensors delivers as promised this could be a compelling combo for gamers who prefer a wireless setup.

Logitech G613 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Mechanical Keyboard and G603 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse
Logitech G, a brand of Logitech, (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) today announced the launch of two new products that advance high-performance wireless gaming. The Logitech® G603 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse is a next-generation gaming mouse that uses Logitech G’s new advanced HERO™ optical sensor and advanced LIGHTSPEED™ wireless technology, and the Logitech® G613 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard is a high-performance wireless keyboard designed for gamers who demand the performance of mechanical switches and the freedom of wireless gaming. Additionally, Logitech G unveiled the Logitech® G840 XL Gaming Mouse Pad, a high-quality mouse pad for your desktop. When all three products are used together, the result is the next-generation wireless desktop.

"LIGHTSPEED and POWERPLAY made the dream of untethered and uncompromised wireless performance a reality," said Ujesh Desai, vice president and general manager of Logitech G. "The new HERO sensor in our G603 wireless mouse and the new G613 wireless mechanical keyboard show our commitment to driving wireless performance even further across our product line."

HERO Optical Sensor
To achieve the goal of creating a high-performance wireless gaming mouse that also offers long-lasting battery performance, we invented a brand new sensor. HERO, which stands for High Efficiency Rated Optical sensor, provides next-generation efficiency - creating the best optical sensor ever designed for wireless gaming. HERO offers precision and accuracy at 12,000 DPI with no acceleration or smoothing and 10x the power efficiency of previous generation sensors.

Next Generation Wireless Gaming Mouse
The Logitech G603 delivers a completely wireless experience with performance high enough for even the most demanding gamers. It’s the first gaming mouse to feature Logitech G’s HERO sensor with exceptional accuracy and precision with sensitivity up to 12,000 DPI. The Logitech G603 harnesses HERO’s efficiency potential to deliver over 500 hours of non-stop gaming at maximum performance. It uses LIGHTSPEED wireless technology to deliver professional-grade wireless performance and unrivaled reliability, even surpassing many wired gaming mice.

High-Performance Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
Designed for a wireless world, the Logitech G613 features LIGHTSPEED wireless technology for a super fast 1ms report rate and Bluetooth for multi-device connectivity. It delivers up to 18 months of gaming on two AA batteries. The Logitech G613 also includes six programmable G-keys, putting custom macro sequences and in-app commands at your fingertips. It also features Logitech G’s exclusive Romer-G™ mechanical key switches, providing competition grade performance with incredible feel and durability. Romer-G switches actuate at a distance of 1.5mm, which is up to 25 percent shorter and faster than the leading competitor. Combined with a low-force 45g actuation, Romer-G switches provide near-instant responsiveness and help minimize fatigue over long gaming sessions.

Table Sized Mouse Pad
Designed for players who value wide playspaces and clean setups, the Logitech G840 is an extra-large mouse pad that you can spread across your desk. Set your keyboard and mouse on top of it for a cleaner, more uniform look.

Pricing and Availability
The Logitech G603 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse and G613 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard are expected to be available at global retailers in August 2017 for suggested retail prices of $69.99 and $149.99, respectively. The Logitech G840 Extra-Large Mouse Pad is expected to be available at global retailers in September 2017 for the suggested retail price of $49.99.


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Thomas De Maesschalck

Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.



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