Logitech Cordless Precision Controller Review
Date: Saturday, August 07 @ 15:56:39 UTC
Topic: Xbox General
Review Source: August 2004 Official Xbox Magazine.Nothing comes close to this wireless wonder.
Finally, a wireless alternative to the Controller S that meets (or beats) the pack-in pad in terms of comfort or quality. The overall construction of the pad is up to par with MS's own (that means it's rock solid). The analog sticks aren't quite as snappy as those on the Controller S, but they're precise and rugged, and that's what counts. The D-pad is a 2D fighting fan's dream; half, quarter, and full-circle moves can be pulled off easier than Janet Jackson's busteir. The face-buttons and triggers, laid out exactly like the S-pads, feel anything but cheap. Even the feedback effect - put through its paces in RalliSport Challenge 2 - is great.
Logitech promises that the cordless pad will function for 50+ hours with vibration enabled and more than 300 with it off. While we can attest that it's been going strong for days while making with the shaky, we're still working towards proving the latter true. Regardless, this is the holy grail of cords-free controllers - if Logitech can produce a version with Xbox communicator support, we may just ditch our wired pads for good.
Pros
*Excellent overall contruction.
*Extremely comfortable design.
*Great vibration effect / battery life.
Cons
*Buttons might actually be too sensitive
PRICE: $39.95
Official Xbox Magazine Rating: 9.1
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