G11 Keyboard

alex24 · 15 Nov 2008 at 14:21

So it's christmas time in not too long and i'm thinking it's about time I replaced my basic logitech keyboard for something a bit better.

Looking at the G11, but not sure whether to bite the bullet or not. Firstly, I wan't something thats good for gaming and has plenty of function keys that I can assign to progs macros etc. I also wanted something that has a built in USB hub, since i'm running out of ports, which the G11 seems to. However, can anyone confirm that these ports are USB2 or not? OCUK seems to suggest that they are 'full speed' but I can only see on the net that they are 1.1. A new revision? Enough power for my flash drive also?

Can anyone recommend a better keyboard (about the same amount of notes plz!) that might be better suited. I certainly think the G11 looks good. Oh, and deskspace is no problem whatsoever!

Thanks

PwnDirect · 15 Nov 2008 at 14:24

The g11 is huge really you will have no desk
& I have had to rma 2 of them.

The g15 rev2 is smaller & better

alex24 · 15 Nov 2008 at 14:28

I have a huge desk, so space isn't an issue. The bigger and sturdier the better really imo. Can I ask why you had to RMA them? Also why is the G15 v2 better?

PwnDirect · 15 Nov 2008 at 14:33

keys became unbinded for no reason eg m =>:O p = l2 etc

one after about 3 months
second one after about 2 months

So there far from sturdy & the logetech support forums is littered with problems especilly slipping membranes.

alex24 · 15 Nov 2008 at 14:50

That's a shame, I hope you were just unlucky, seems like a good board otherwise. After a quick look on the logitech forums I can see what you mean, but it seems like only a small percentage of people with these have problems.

Problem is, I can't justify another £20 for the G15 with a screen i'd never use, i'm sure i'm not the only one. Plus, i'd prefer blue as opposed to orange, silly reason though.

Any other suggestions? What are you all using?

chris.dante · 15 Nov 2008 at 16:21

I'm using a G15 best keyboard i've ever had
did not think i would use the lcd much but it's now part of my pc lifestyle

Ace Modder · 15 Nov 2008 at 16:33

The G11 is USB 1.1

alex24 · 15 Nov 2008 at 16:45

Ace Modder said:
The G11 is USB 1.1

Thanks for the info.

Perhaps i'll save for the G15 then if it's that much better, unless someone can recommend something that might fit my budget a little better.

Slashiem · 15 Nov 2008 at 16:54

Not out yet, but the Saitek Eclipse III should becoming out soon and has those features that you ask for.

http://www.saitek.com/uk/prod/eclipse3.htm

MrP77 · 15 Nov 2008 at 16:58

that saitek looks tasty any idea on the realese date?

Jammer84 · 15 Nov 2008 at 17:07

I think the G15 is nice looking. This is the k/b I will probably purchase to go with my new setup.

ticklemebougy · 15 Nov 2008 at 19:21

Ive never had any problems with my G11, its great for MMO's. the g15 rev.2 doesn't have as many macro keys so a rev1 G15 or a G11 would be perfect for any MMO player.