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Take gaming up a notch with this Logitech gaming mouse. The LIGHTSPEED wireless technology provides a 1ms report rate and optimized connectivity to prevent lag, and six programmable buttons let you create a custom experience. This Logitech gaming mouse uses an ergonomic design and advanced button tensioning for comfortable, effortless gameplay.
Posted by: Thomas
from Clarksville, IN
If you've owned the G403 mouse in the past, you can stop here. This mouse is a rehash with few minor changes. It has a new switch rated for 50 million clicks, as opposed to 20, and is compatible with the upcoming PowerPlay mat. They both use the PWM3366 sensor and have roughly the same battery life. If you already own the G403, there isn't a compelling reason to upgrade.
For everyone else:
Ergonomics
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The G703 is a right-hand only mouse with a familiar design. It favors a palm grip for medium to large hands, though I noticed the palm rest is taller than what I'm used to. I'm coming from a G602 mouse which has a wide body with a low slope, so this took a little time to adjust. When in use though, it's quite comfortable.
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The G703 is a right-hand only mouse with a familiar design. It favors a palm grip for medium to large hands, though I noticed the palm rest is taller than what I'm used to. I'm coming from a G602 mouse which has a wide body with a low slope, so this took a little time to adjust. When in use though, it's quite comfortable.
The body has a slight rubberized feel around the sides and the top has a smooth matte finish. The buttons are separate from the body and have a consistent, tactile feel to them.
It doesn't go crazy with buttons, with left, right, middle, and two side buttons - all of which are fully programmable. Another button dedicated to switching between DPI presets sits under the scroll wheel.
Performance
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This mouse is easily the most accurate I've used. This is due to the PWM3366 optical sensor it employs for tracking. The software includes "surface tuning" to calibrate against whatever you're using, but I would consider that optional.
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This mouse is easily the most accurate I've used. This is due to the PWM3366 optical sensor it employs for tracking. The software includes "surface tuning" to calibrate against whatever you're using, but I would consider that optional.
The DPI range is bonkers, going from 200 to 12,000, with five customizable presets. On a dual-monitor setup, 2000 - 3000 is more than enough for me.
I've tested on a few mouse-heavy games, and it feels spot on - no acceleration or smoothing. It shines as a gaming mouse, though it's not as well suited for productivity and it could use just a couple more programmable buttons to include a few more use cases where hotkeys or shortcuts make a difference.
A full charge is stated to last up to 30 or so hours if all the RGB lighting is turned off, and that seems to be the case. The software also tracks your usage and what is affecting your battery life. The mouse comes with a braided charge cable that locks into micro USB port, and requires a few hours for a full charge. It can be used either in wireless or wired mode, and there doesn't seem to be a noticeable difference in performance.
Features
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The primary reason to buy this mouse over its predecessor the G403 hasn't yet arrived to the market, the Powerplay wireless charging mat. At this time, only the G703 and G903 are compatible with it, so if that's a desired feature, using any other wireless mouse will not yield any benefits. How well that technology works or if it is a boon to gaming has yet to be seen.
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The primary reason to buy this mouse over its predecessor the G403 hasn't yet arrived to the market, the Powerplay wireless charging mat. At this time, only the G703 and G903 are compatible with it, so if that's a desired feature, using any other wireless mouse will not yield any benefits. How well that technology works or if it is a boon to gaming has yet to be seen.
The software is the star of the show in terms of features. It includes a ton of customization options that are pretty simple to use. Other, more advanced features, like autofire or macros aren't much more difficult to figure out.
Summary
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There's no getting around this specific mouse and its bigger brother the G903 are for a niche audience. Owners of the G403 in either wired or wireless variations don't have much reason to upgrade, and potential buyers not interested in buying the $100 companion Powerplay mat can save their money and buy a cheaper product.
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There's no getting around this specific mouse and its bigger brother the G903 are for a niche audience. Owners of the G403 in either wired or wireless variations don't have much reason to upgrade, and potential buyers not interested in buying the $100 companion Powerplay mat can save their money and buy a cheaper product.
However, those who are interested in the upcoming wireless charging system can't go wrong here. The G703 is an excellent mouse for several, but not all, use cases. Anyone that needs a bevy of extra buttons, or dabbles in editing or production regularly may want to seek out something better tailored for those situations. Although, if your'e a gamer who values accuracy AND wireless performance above all else, this is your mouse.
My Best Buy number: 2580212392
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Panasonic TC-39A400U LED HDTV: Enjoy your favorite movies and TV shows in great detail with this Panasonic TV's 1080p display. The media player and USB connectivity allows you to play back music and view pictures stored on a compatible device.
Posted by: Thomas
from Clarksville, IN
Internet Connectable?No
Primary use: movie and television shows over media streamer (WDTV Live Plus HD)
Test Material: The Croods, Gurren Lagann, Frozen, From Up on Poppy Hill
Calibration Method: THX tune-up (Android), Custom picture setting
Construction / Connectivity: 4/5
This tv is very light and pretty thin. The bezel is narrow, making sure you get some nice real estate out of your screen.
The connections are flush with the back panel, so be aware of that fact when using wall mounts. Ninety-degree HDMI cables are recommended in that situation.
Also of note on video inputs is that there's exactly enough for most people. There's one component, two HDMI, one USB, and a coax input. That will be all you need if you use the component for your cable box, one HDMI for a game console, and the other for a blu-ray player / streamer.
Setup: 5/5
The included stand was very simple to install. Two small brackets slide into place on the base, are screwed down, then the whole assembly slides into place in the back of the set. I suggest laying the panel face down on the edge of a table cushioned by a soft, non-abrasive surface such as soft towels or bedding. The stand is secure and the entire bottom frame is rubberized to make sure it stays put.
Since I don't use cable tv or antenna, the initial setup was over in a matter of seconds.
Video: 4/5
Viewing movies over the streamer gave a clear, bright picture. After calibration, the color was vivid. Contrast was good, with bright scenes in The Croods displayed in detail. Dark detail was also good, though there is some backlight bleed-through, which is common of LED-LCDs.
A viewing of Gurren Lagann tested its ability for motion, which has frantic action sequences. The set barely skipped a beat, following the action without noticeable blurring / judder. From Up On Poppy Hill showed something a little different. Studio Ghibli films aren't known for the smoothness of their animation, and the set actually makes it more noticeable. In a direct comparison, the animation in Disney's Frozen is much smoother, and the set has no trouble keeping up.
Audio: N/A (I used external speakers)
Settings / Remote: 4/5
For a basic set, the picture controls are actually plentiful. There are separate controls for Backlight and Contrast, along with the usual Brightness, Color, Tint, and Sharpness controls. Some other controls usually found on higher tier sets are the Aspect control (specifically HD sizes), two noise reduction settings (MPEG and Video), and Black Level (which is consists of two settings: Light and Dark. It instantly makes the panel lighter or darker, which is nice for night time viewing so you don't strain your eyes.)
However, the A.I. picture control created some problems. It's sort of like dynamic contrast, which adjusts contrast on the fly depending on the image. This feature actually created a noticeable flicker where there is a mixture of light and dark elements. This was especially evident in The Croods, where Grug's entire fur coat flickered. I turned the setting off. After which, the flicker disappeared.
The remote is how you might expect it; however, the Menu button is just below the Power button, which had me accidentally turning the tv off when I wanted to adjust picture settings on occasion.
Features: 3/5
As this is a "dumb" tv, there is no internet connectivity or apps such as Netflix. This posed no issue for me as I already have a streamer. Other common devices such as video games consoles and blu-ray players contain these features anyway.
There's also an included Media Player if you connect a flash drive via the USB port. Pretty nifty, as it can show video, play music, and pictures; but again, because I was already using a streamer, this feature was unnecessary.
Conclusion:
I was initially worried about the fact that this is a 60Hz, bottom-of-the-line set, but those concerns were quickly dispelled after watching it in action. Color, contrast, and brightness are all good, but not great because of backlight bleed-through. Blur and judder are minimal with the A.I. setting turned off. I wish all manufacturers treated their lowest tier sets this well.
My Best Buy number: 2580212392
What's great about it: Vivid color, good contrast and brightness, minimal judder / blurring, rubberized base, lots of picture controls
What's not so great: Some backlight bleed-through, A.I. picture control introduces flicker, flush inputs are bad for wall mounts
I would recommend this to a friend!
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WD - WD TV Live Media Player
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