Accessory giant Logitech has launched a new desktop package for PCs. Wireless Desktop MK700 is made up from a wireless mouse and a wireless keyboard. With radio frequencies the reach is up to 10m and there is no need to worry about changing batteries. The keyboard will last up to three years and the mouse up to 12 months before they need a change. Logitech has equipped the keyboard with a small LCD that keeps track of the battery charge, mute function, lock keys and so fort. Store prices will be around $100.
More information on the desktop package in the press release;
Logitech Announces Logitech Wireless Desktop MK700
Logitech – Aug. 12, 2009 – Because comfort and productivity should go hand in hand, Logitech today announced the Logitech® Wireless Desktop MK700. This low-profile keyboard features concave Logitech® Incurve keys™ that position your fingers properly, and their softly rounded edges invite your fingertips to glide from key to key. And to make sure you won’t skip a beat while typing, an integrated LCD dashboard keeps you in touch with the status of important keyboard functions. The mouse is gently contoured for a natural fit and has a scroll wheel that gives you a choice between hyper-fast and precise click-to-click scrolling. With a battery life of up to three-years for the keyboard and 12-months for the mouse, the MK700 practically eliminates the need to replace batteries. The Logitech Wireless Desktop MK700 is expected to be available in the U.S. in August for a suggested retail price of $99.99 (U.S.).
Product Overview
Whether you’re looking for a keyboard and mouse to make the long hours you put in at your computer easier or more comfortable, the Logitech Wireless Desktop MK700 delivers. Designed for comfort and built for performance, the keyboard features Logitech® Incurve keys™ that gently cradle your fingers. An integrated LCD dashboard keeps you in touch with the status of important keyboard functions. The mouse is gently contoured for a natural fit and has a scroll wheel that gives you a choice between hyper-fast and click-to-click scrolling – so you’ll be on-task and at-ease at all times.
Key Features
• Logitech Incurve keys and cushioned palm rest position your hands and fingers properly. The concave low-profile, softly rounded keys are designed to cradle your fingertips.
• Integrated LCD dashboard gives you at-a-glance icon status of your battery, Caps Lock, Scroll Lock, and Num Lock, so you won’t skip a beat while typing.
• Sculpted mouse with hyper-fast scrolling lets you comfortably fly through long documents with the nearly frictionless scroll wheel, or shift to precise click-to-click scrolling to navigate lists, slides, and image collections.
• Better power management practically eliminates the need to replace batteries.* Up to three-year keyboard battery life and 12-month mouse battery life.
• Logitech® Advanced 2.4 GHz wireless technology reduces interference with virtually no delays or dropouts.** Includes 128-bit AES keyboard encryption – one of the highest levels of security available. Range up to 30 feet (10 m).
System Requirements
• Windows-based PC with Windows® XP, Windows Vista® or Windows® 7
• USB port
• CD-ROM drive
• Internet connection for software driver download
Product Specifications
• Dimensions (L x W x H):
o Keyboard: 461.3 x 243.3 x 34.1 millimeters
o Mouse: 125.5 x 69 x 41.5 millimeters
• Weight:
o Keyboard (with 2 AA batteries): 890 grams
o Mouse (with 2 AA batteries): 159 grams
Warranty
• 5-year limited warranty
