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Logitech Unveils G500 to Replace G5 Mouse

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3:31 PM - August 6, 2009 by Marcus Yam

This mouse still has its tail.

For Logitech faithful, the G5 was one of the best gaming mice in the company's lineup. Today Logitech launched the successor to the G5, the G500, with an upgraded laser sensor.

Logitech says that the G500 can sense a maximum hand speed of 165 inches per second (ips) and a maximum acceleration force of 30 g's. Users can also adjust dpi on-the-fly from 200 dpi to 5700 dpi.

Like the old G5, it's corded, but the new one has an updated shape with a broader thumb rest and a smoothed-out pinkie ledge. Those who are sensitive to weight can add up to 27 grams of extra weight for personalized feel and control.

The Logitech Gaming Mouse G500 is expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe in September for a suggested retail price of $69.99 (U.S.).

Source : Tom's Hardware US

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doomtomb 08/06/2009 9:46 PM
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$70? The original G5 was successful because it wasn't overpriced ($45-50). I had the v1 G5 and got the v2 G5 a few months ago and now a new one? This new one looks ugly as sin.

kittle 08/06/2009 9:54 PM
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My existing G5 is wearing out. mabye this one will work as good or better.

I tried the other logictec gaming-like mice but all they did was severely aggrevate my CTS.

theholylancer 08/06/2009 9:56 PM
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give me the new wireless G8 and I'm GtG!

As long as its not overly expensive than my current one...

theholylancer 08/06/2009 9:56 PM
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Make that a G7...

shadow703793 08/06/2009 10:05 PM
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Quote :For Logitech faithful, the G5 was one of the best gaming mice in the company's lineup.

Correction, it *is* still the best mouse ever made. Screw G7/G9. I'm on my 2nd G5. :D

jjy3k10 08/06/2009 10:07 PM
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My G5 v2 is still going strong after three years. Yea, the rubber is worn off where my fingers rest, but its just another attribute that makes it distinguishable from all the G5's my friends have.

Wayoffbase 08/06/2009 10:22 PM
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I have the wireless G7. I'd like a new mouse just for the sake of newness, but the damn thing just won't wear out or break no matter what I do.

tenor77 08/06/2009 10:25 PM
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Quote :maximum acceleration force of 30 g's.


So it'll know when someone throws it against the wall?

SOSTrooper 08/06/2009 10:31 PM
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The original G5 debuted at $69.99 as well.

SOSTrooper 08/06/2009 10:31 PM
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doomtomb :
$70? The original G5 was successful because it wasn't overpriced ($45-50).



The original G5 debuted at $69.99 as well.

mtyermom 08/06/2009 10:33 PM
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tenor77 :
So it'll know when someone throws it against the wall?



Which is only worth it if it responds and calls you an asshole for doing so. THAT would be worth $70

griffed88 08/06/2009 10:49 PM
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avericia 08/06/2009 10:57 PM
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"and a smoothed-out pinkie ledge."

I'm going to get a G500 just for the pinkie ledge.

I have loved my G5 for a couple of years now and the only bad thing could ever say about it was that it left my pinkie hanging.

Honis 08/07/2009 12:21 PM
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165 inches per second = 9.37500 miles per hour for those keeping track.

anamaniac 08/07/2009 1:08 AM
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I was about to buy the G5.

I like the fact that you can add weight easily if so desired, and the damned low to insane high DPI is awesome also.
How much does the mouse normally weigh? One reason why I prefer corded mice is because of the lesser weight. And the fact that wireless products are easy to lose (I have lost my wireless keyboard... the thing is huge...).

How is the comfort overall? I liked the Logitech Click!, but not so much for the Click! Plus.
Then there's size. I have grown accustomed to the click, which I always have my wrist on my mousepad.
Then there's also the laser sensitivity. Will it work on most surfaces? All surfaces? Mousepads only? I like to use a mouse on both my bed, carpet, and fiber board, with the occasional felt blanket. Can this do that successfully?

My only complaint though...
I never did like buttons at the thumb... ruins comfort and my hands are too big to use them easily anyways. Same with a button below the scroll wheel. looks decently badass though.

Greg_77 08/07/2009 1:11 AM
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This makes my G9 feel sad :( JK! I got mine for $30, great deal.

dingumf 08/07/2009 2:33 AM
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SOSTrooper :
The original G5 debuted at $69.99 as well.


facepalm

matt87_50 08/07/2009 2:34 AM
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nice, perfect timing, my mum just broke my 5 year old $10 Logitech mouse playing solitaire, so i've been looking for an upgrade worthy of my i7 gaming rig

teamhead 08/07/2009 2:42 AM
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I have the Wireless G7 for about 6 months now and love it. Not sure if I would ever purchase another corded mouse.

Belardo 08/07/2009 2:54 AM
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Glad we have a company like Logitech that makes all kinds of mice.

My previous Logitech lasted about 8+ years, "mouseman" from 98. Here is a pic: http://www.smartcomputing.com/imag [...] 284728.jpg

Luckily, the Mx400 just came out (MX 610/620 are wireless versions) which is in the same shape, but a little smaller.

Sometimes Logitech kills an excellent product because it cost to much to make. The v450 replaced the V400 which had won awards for design and function. http://www.mobilewhack.com/images/ [...] ouse_1.jpg
Its a very cool mouse for notebooks, but some QC failures for many people thou for the laser. Its the only mouse that uses a spring-loaded slot for its USB receiver. Works great.

kato128 08/07/2009 3:09 AM
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Hmmm never like the texture of the g5 we'll see if this new g500 will get me to switch from my venerable mx510

nukemaster 08/07/2009 3:43 AM
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My best logitech mice are as follows.

MX700(the wireless mouse that shows wireless can work without sucking)
MX518(never detailed by logi, but 500 reports per second is sweet) <-best 19$ mouse EVER thanks staples
G9 (does not like soft mouse pads much, The grips peel like hell, so its a great mouse with a crappy finish, but i still use it)

nachowarrior 08/07/2009 4:40 AM
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the only problem i have (with almost every mouse) is the fact that my pinky and ring finger have no place to rest. Granted, I have wide hands. But all but one logitech device have this same problem. making my pinky get annoyed. Andy why is pinky? not in my dictionary? odd.

poorgeek 08/07/2009 6:00 AM
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I prefer mice with a tail and no balls....

the associate 08/07/2009 7:22 AM
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Although I am use to wireless gaming mice now (own a G7 and X8) I've always wanted to give the G5 a try, and now I have more of a reason to :)
I've always loved Logitech's quality products and their insane service, ex: as much as I prefer the comfort of the X8 (I like full handed mice), its laser tracking sucks compared to the G7, and you can customize dpi settings to the single digit, with the X8 its increments of 250 -.-
So yea, quality and service all the way

bizi 08/07/2009 8:58 AM
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Why does a wired mouse needs a battery meter? (See pic.)

kato128 08/07/2009 9:00 AM
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you'll find that is probably the dpi setting indicator rather than a power meter

skittle 08/07/2009 9:14 AM
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Love my G5 except the top sensitivity buttons spring isnt working, so i get no tactile response when i click it >:[

neiroatopelcc 08/07/2009 11:57 AM
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Is there going to be a g7 replacement too? My old mx1000 is getting worn out, and I don't like the poor battery system on the g7 ; patiently waiting for something better to come along.

bildo123 08/07/2009 3:02 PM
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Just picked up a G5 for $26 bucks, free shipping, and rebate. Also 5000+ DPI? That's insane, I have a hard time with 2000DPI, I can't imagine what 5000 is like.

fausto 08/07/2009 3:52 PM
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stock up G5's!!

i don't like the new button lay out.


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