Logitech Updates G15 Keyboard with GamePanel LCD Screen
Logitech’s G15 keyboard has been updated to include an LCD screen so that gamers can keep an eye on any vital information that they may need while they play. Price, press release and another pic are after the jump.
AU: Ummm, the G15 always had an integrated screen. This one just looks a bit better resolved. And orange, which means it goes faster – but not as fast as red. That’s the next one.
Logitech® G15 Keyboard
The Ultimate Keyboard for Serious PC GamersAnnouncement Date: August 1, 2007 Shipping: October 2007
Price: $99.99 Available at: www.logitech.com
Product Description
Designed to provide an unprecedented level of programmability and control, the Logitech G15
keyboard offers an integrated LCD screen which can be customized to view vital in-game
information, system status, CPU memory available or data from other applications without
interrupting game play. The G15 keyboard offers PC gamers a tactical advantage with six
programmable G-keys – and three mode keys – to create useful macros on the fly that play-back
with a single key press.Key Features
• GamePanel LCD for easy access to in-game, CPU or other information
• Backlighted keys for visibility even in dark settings
• 6 programmable keys with 3 shift (or mode) states – resulting in 18 programmable
macros per game or application
• “Game Mode” switch that disables/enables Windows key
• 2 full-speed USB hubs
• Intelligent cable routing features to help reduce mouse and headset cord clutter
• Detachable palmrestTechnical Specifications
• PC with Pentium® processor or compatible
• 256 MB RAM / 20 MB of available hard disk space
• CD-ROM drive
• Available USB port
• Windows® XP or Windows VistaTMKeyboard Dimensions
• 22 cm (W)
• 49 cm (L)
• 4.3 cm thick (H) (at the LCD, legs folded)
• 1.08 kgWarranty
1-year limited warranty
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Comments (AU Comments | US Comments)
Theres nothing wrong with the first version…I’m typing this message on it right now…it’s easy to find plugins for just about any program you can imagine
Yeah, I liked it too. Found it very useful in a number of games, and I liked the general utility of an LCD read out.
I speak in past tense as I’m now boot camping to Windows on my Mac, and the G15 lost its general usefulness day to day. Still have it, though, and will be getting a fresh new gaming beast soon which will have me using it again. Yip yip!
It seems to also have lost a large number of the macro keys which was why I bought my G15 in the first place. 54 > 18, Logitech!
Although I will admit that the new screen does look better (and so does the orange LEDs to be honest), I’d still stick with the older version for macro key goodness.
They really should have given it a different model name.
PS: Anonymous – any particular sites you recommend for these plugins? I did have a brief look at one point, but I wasn’t able to find many I found particularly useful.
The old G15 had one flaw – The letters on the keys wore off after a good long gaming life of bout 2-3 years. Hope this new one lasts longer.
Darn it… does anyone know when this thing’s coming out in Australia yet?