Logitech’s Thoughts on the PS3

A company famous for their PC and game consoles accessories, Logitech, shares their thoughts on the Sony PS3 and how bluetooth and motion-tracking technology have affected the game-controller making process.

Ruben Mookerjee, director of product marketing for LogitechÂ’s entertainment business and overseer of the companyÂ’s line of gaming peripherals for consoles, PCs, and mobile gaming platforms, gamingly engaged in an interview about the PS3.

When asked about the company’s relationship with Sony, Mr. Mookerjee replied that “Logitech has worked very closely with Sony over the years to produce products that will help enhance the gamers experience as well as the platform and its titles”, adding that “most of our products are licensed by Sony so we work closely with them on the products we plan to produce, from headsets, to microphones, to gamepads, and how they will interact with the platform. Logitech will continue to emphasize developing an array of controllers that enhance the gaming experience and offer unique features for todayÂ’s most popular titles.” He also mentioned that the company is “looking forward to supporting the PlayStation 3 with Logitech peripherals”, although he didn’t mention any specific product.

When asked about how will bluetooth and the gyroscopic motion-sensing affect their products, he said that “SonyÂ’s announcement of the motion support is an exciting new way for game developers to control games, and has the possibility of allowing new and intriguing ways for the player to interact with the console.Logitech launched its first motion-sensing controller back in 1999, in the Wingman Extreme PC gamepad, and we are enthusiastic about the potential for applying this experience in supporting the PS3 platform when the opportunity arises.”

With regards to the bluetooth inquiry, Mr. Mookerjee said that “in the past Logitech has used 2.4 GHz in our wireless gaming devices since it could carry a large amount of data with low latency. However, Bluetooth is a very viable option for wireless gaming controllers as well and since Logitech as a company has been producing Bluetooth products for several years, including mice, keyboards and headsets, we should be able to extend that expertise to our gaming line-up as well.”

Although nothing specific was mentioned by the good director, it is good to know that Logitech will bring something new to the table for the gaming community. What is better, in my personal opinion, is when they come up with a specific line of controllers, provide ample information about ’em, and make them affordable. Whatever developments occur in the coming days or months, we will surely keep you posted.

A company famous for their PC and game consoles accessories, Logitech, shares their thoughts on the Sony PS3 and how bluetooth and motion-tracking technology have affected the game-controller making process.

Ruben Mookerjee, director of product marketing for LogitechÂ’s entertainment business and overseer of the companyÂ’s line of gaming peripherals for consoles, PCs, and mobile gaming platforms, gamingly engaged in an interview about the PS3.

When asked about the company’s relationship with Sony, Mr. Mookerjee replied that “Logitech has worked very closely with Sony over the years to produce products that will help enhance the gamers experience as well as the platform and its titles”, adding that “most of our products are licensed by Sony so we work closely with them on the products we plan to produce, from headsets, to microphones, to gamepads, and how they will interact with the platform. Logitech will continue to emphasize developing an array of controllers that enhance the gaming experience and offer unique features for todayÂ’s most popular titles.” He also mentioned that the company is “looking forward to supporting the PlayStation 3 with Logitech peripherals”, although he didn’t mention any specific product.

When asked about how will bluetooth and the gyroscopic motion-sensing affect their products, he said that “SonyÂ’s announcement of the motion support is an exciting new way for game developers to control games, and has the possibility of allowing new and intriguing ways for the player to interact with the console.Logitech launched its first motion-sensing controller back in 1999, in the Wingman Extreme PC gamepad, and we are enthusiastic about the potential for applying this experience in supporting the PS3 platform when the opportunity arises.”

With regards to the bluetooth inquiry, Mr. Mookerjee said that “in the past Logitech has used 2.4 GHz in our wireless gaming devices since it could carry a large amount of data with low latency. However, Bluetooth is a very viable option for wireless gaming controllers as well and since Logitech as a company has been producing Bluetooth products for several years, including mice, keyboards and headsets, we should be able to extend that expertise to our gaming line-up as well.”

Although nothing specific was mentioned by the good director, it is good to know that Logitech will bring something new to the table for the gaming community. What is better, in my personal opinion, is when they come up with a specific line of controllers, provide ample information about ’em, and make them affordable. Whatever developments occur in the coming days or months, we will surely keep you posted.