Coming Soon To U.S. Retail Shelves: Logitech USB Headset for PlayStation 2; Clear Sound and Comfortable Fit for Online Gaming Aficionados.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers FREMONT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 5, 2003 Logitech (Nasdaq:LOGI LOGI Logitech Intl. (stock symbol) ) (Switzerland:LOGN) announced today that the Logitech(R) USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. Headset for the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system will be available on retail shelves in the U.S. and at www.logitech.com later this month for a suggested retail price of $39.95 US. "The bundle of SOCOM SOCOM Special Operations Command (US DoD) : U.S. Navy SEALs from Sony Computer Entertainment America with a Logitech headset broke new ground by providing gamers with a great game featuring command recognition and voice-over-IP functionality, plus a high-quality headset in a single-package solution for PlayStation(R)2," said Fred Swan Fred Swan is an American painter who resides in Barre, Vermont. He graduated from the United States Naval Academy[1], and then taught mathematics at Spaulding High School. , Director of Marketing for Logitech's Audio and Interactive Entertainment Business Unit. "This new retail USB headset allows these gamers the opportunity to enjoy the same high level of headset performance and compatibility with additional comfort and cosmetic features." As developers continue to build online support into new games, the need for a feature-rich headset grows. The Logitech USB Headset features a digital USB audio processor and noise-canceling microphone for crystal-clear sound and high-quality voice input, which deliver precise command recognition and understandable voice chat when gaming online, especially in an environment with a high degree of external noise. An adjustable headband and interchangeable earpads made of velvet, leatherette leath·er·ette n. Imitation leather. [Originally a trademark.] Noun 1. leatherette - fabric made to look like leather imitation leather and foam provide exceptional comfort, especially for long gaming sessions. A convenient ten foot audio cord is included, ensuring freedom to choose an ideal location to play. About Logitech: Founded in 1981, Logitech designs, manufactures and markets personal interface products that enable people to effectively work, play, and communicate in the digital world. With corporate headquarters through its U.S. subsidiary in Fremont, California For the unincorporated community in Yolo County, California, see . Fremont (IPA: /ˈfriːmɒnt/) is a city in California that was incorporated on January 23, 1956, from the merger of five smaller communities: , and regional headquarters through local subsidiaries in Switzerland, Taiwan and Hong Kong Hong Kong (hŏng kŏng), Mandarin Xianggang, special administrative region of China, formerly a British crown colony (2005 est. pop. 6,899,000), land area 422 sq mi (1,092 sq km), adjacent to Guangdong prov. , Logitech International is a Swiss public company traded in Switzerland on the Swiss Stock Exchange (LOGN) and in the U.S. on the Nasdaq National Market System (LOGI). The company has manufacturing facilities in Asia and offices in major cities in North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. , Europe and Asia Pacific. Note to Editors: "PlayStation" and the "PS" Family logo are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Logitech, the Logitech logo, and other Logitech marks are owned by Logitech Inc. and may be registered. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. For more information about Logitech and its products, visit the company's website at www.logitech.com |
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