Logitech announces G9 mouse

by: John - posted: 8/1/2007 5:50:00 AM

I first saw Logitech G9 mouse at E3 a month back and it's a big departure from their designs for a gaming mouse. The customizable grips are interesting and the mouse comes with two offering one with a smoother feel and one with a rougher texture. I like how the mouse wheel can be switched from ratcheted to smooth mode with a flick of the switch on the bottom. Also, the weight system now slides in on the top of the mouse rather than the bottom and they have changed the way the weights look. The laser is now capable of up to 3200 DPI and that's a true 3200 DPI from what my Logitech rep told me at E3. I didn't get to play with the mouse on a game but it felt pretty good in my hand and I am looking forward to the unit when it's released in September.

Price: $99.99                                                            Available at: www.logitech.com

Developed with personalization in mind, the G9 mouse is the most customizable mouse Logitech has ever built. With an unprecedented number of adjustable features, gamers can tune their mouse settings for better performance, fit, feel and looks.

• Interchangeable grips. The G9 comes with two grips: Precision and Wide Load. Gamers can select their preferred grip for a fit and feel that’s tailored to their personal preferences. The Wide Load grip has a satin feel and fuller shape to offer extra comfort, while the Precision grip features DryGrip technology and a compact shape for enhanced fingertip control.
• Gaming-Grade precision. Gaming-Grade Laser Engine (adjustable 200 dpi – 3200 dpi) and Full-Speed USB (up to 1000 reports/sec) provide uncompromised speed and accuracy.
• Plug-and-play performance. The G9 can be taken from computer to computer without disrupting a gamer’s preferred settings. Up to five profiles (including keyboard macros, dpi settings and LED color) can be stored directly on the mouse’s on-board memory.
• Custom-color LED. The LED lights show the mouse’s dpi and profile settings. Gamers can choose the colors of their mouse’s LED from hundreds of options on a broad color spectrum. 
• Weight-tuning system. The built-in weight cartridge holds up to 28 grams of metal weights that gamers can mix and match for a personalized feel.
• MicroGear™ Precision Scroll Wheel. Logitech’s exclusive MicroGear™ Precision Scroll Wheel’s precise click-to-click scrolling is perfect for weapon selection. Or switch modes for frictionless hyper-fast scrolling, great for zooming or scrolling through long documents.