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Logitech which launched new keyboards a few weeks ago, only to now launch a new MMORPG-focused wireless gaming mouse as a followup.
The G604 Lightspeed mouse is quite impressively – when in low performance bluetooth mode it can last up to 5 and a half months on a single charge or 240 hours using their Lightspeed wireless technology.
Here’s more on the mouse:
Logitech G, a brand of Logitech, and leading innovator of gaming technologies and gear, today announced the Logitech G604 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse. A next-generation wireless mouse with amazing battery life, the G604 LIGHTSPEED was designed for gamers who love to game, but also need a versatile tool that can be used for a variety of tasks.
“If you’re into games such as Fortnite and WoW Classic, then this just might be the mouse you’re looking for,” said Ujesh Desai, vice president and general manager of Logitech Gaming. “The G604 LIGHTSPEED was designed to have six thumb buttons, so you can play at your best, and fly through actions and tasks in a heartbeat, giving you complete control. When you combine this with our LIGHTSPEED Wireless technology you get freedom of movement to take your game even farther.”
The G604 LIGHTSPEED features Logitech G’s exclusive LIGHTSPEED Wireless technology for lag-free connectivity, as well as Logitech G’s best-in-class High Efficiency Rated Optical (HERO) 16K Sensor, delivering precise gameplay and improved power efficiency with zero smoothing, filtering or acceleration. In addition, gamers can switch from LIGHTSPEED to a Bluetooth connection with a push of a button, and toggle between two different machines with one mouse. This mouse offers 240 hours of high-performance wireless gaming when using LIGHTSPEED Wireless and up to 5.5 months using Bluetooth, all on one AA battery. The customizable G604 LIGHTSPEED features 15 programmable controls, a dual-mode hyper-fast scroll wheel and a six-pack of thumb buttons.
To help gamers get the most from their gear, the G604 LIGHTSPEED can be programmed using Logitech’s G HUB software. Featuring a clean and modern interface, the advanced gaming software allows gamers to quickly personalize and customize commands for each button on their mouse.
Pricing and Availability
The Logitech G604 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Mouse is expected to be available at global retailers in Fall 2019 for a suggested retail price of $99.99.
Niche Gamer’s Take: The G604 Lightspeed might just be what gamers who need tons of programmable keys without the clutter of wires would need. $100 is a lot for a mouse but it’s not too far out of the price point of most users.
