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− | The '''''Logitech F710''''' is a wireless | + | The '''''Logitech F710''''' is a wireless [[video game controller]] for personal computers developed by [[Logitech]] in the 2010s. It originally retailed for $50. Its button layout is that of a [[PlayStation 2]] gamepad, but it has a more bulbous form like an [[Xbox]] controller. It has dual analog sticks, a digital D-pad, and a toggle button to switch between them. It also has 4 standard buttons, a start and back button, two shoulder buttons and two shoulder analog bumpers. It has vibration motors and a toggle button for them. It uses 2.4 GHz wireless and comes with a USB receiver and takes 2 AA batteries. It supports both XInput and DirectInput modes through a toggle switch on the back. |
− | I bought this gamepad because I wanted to replace my old PS2 to USB | + | A modified F710 was used by OceanGate Expeditions to steer their Titan submersible. |
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+ | ==Personal== | ||
+ | I bought this gamepad because I wanted to replace my old PS2 to USB converter which didn't have 64-bit drivers beyond [[Windows XP]]. Since it was widely talked about on forums and had a high rating, I bought it without researching it fully. When it arrived, I discovered, to my dismay, that it was wireless. The name doesn't readily identify it as wireless, and, had I noticed it was since promo pictures frequently leave out the cord for wired devices. Had I known ahead of time, I wouldn't have bought it because every wireless device I've ever owned has had problems maintaining a constant connection. Sure enough, this one did too and caused me to routinely die in my games or perform unwanted actions. After becoming too frustrated with it, I replaced it with the [[Logitech F310]], the cheaper wired version with fewer frills. | ||
==Review== | ==Review== | ||
===Good=== | ===Good=== | ||
− | * | + | * The controller feels great in your hand. It has a comfortable shape, a nice weight to it. The rubber coating on the back offers nice grip for the back of your fingers while the smooth coating on the front doesn't interfere. |
* The ability to switch between XInput and DirectInput makes it more versatile for older games. | * The ability to switch between XInput and DirectInput makes it more versatile for older games. | ||
* The vibration works well for those games that support it. | * The vibration works well for those games that support it. | ||
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===Ugly=== | ===Ugly=== | ||
− | * The wireless cuts out frequently even when the wireless receiver is two feet away. When it cuts out, whatever buttons | + | * The wireless cuts out frequently even when the wireless receiver is two feet away with a clear line of sight. When it cuts out, whatever buttons were being pressed will remain held down until a connection is reestablish (about two seconds). This makes action games impossible to play. You can still play games that don't require precision controller input like turn-based strategy games or RPGs, but, even then, the frequent input problems will mess up your game. |
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+ | ==Media== | ||
+ | <gallery> | ||
+ | Logitech - F710 - Manual.pdf|Manual. | ||
+ | Logitech - F710 and F310 - Android TV Guide.pdf|Android TV guide. | ||
+ | </gallery> | ||
==Links== | ==Links== |
Latest revision as of 16:19, 11 July 2023
The Logitech F710 is a wireless video game controller for personal computers developed by Logitech in the 2010s. It originally retailed for $50. Its button layout is that of a PlayStation 2 gamepad, but it has a more bulbous form like an Xbox controller. It has dual analog sticks, a digital D-pad, and a toggle button to switch between them. It also has 4 standard buttons, a start and back button, two shoulder buttons and two shoulder analog bumpers. It has vibration motors and a toggle button for them. It uses 2.4 GHz wireless and comes with a USB receiver and takes 2 AA batteries. It supports both XInput and DirectInput modes through a toggle switch on the back.
A modified F710 was used by OceanGate Expeditions to steer their Titan submersible.
Personal
I bought this gamepad because I wanted to replace my old PS2 to USB converter which didn't have 64-bit drivers beyond Windows XP. Since it was widely talked about on forums and had a high rating, I bought it without researching it fully. When it arrived, I discovered, to my dismay, that it was wireless. The name doesn't readily identify it as wireless, and, had I noticed it was since promo pictures frequently leave out the cord for wired devices. Had I known ahead of time, I wouldn't have bought it because every wireless device I've ever owned has had problems maintaining a constant connection. Sure enough, this one did too and caused me to routinely die in my games or perform unwanted actions. After becoming too frustrated with it, I replaced it with the Logitech F310, the cheaper wired version with fewer frills.
Review
Good
- The controller feels great in your hand. It has a comfortable shape, a nice weight to it. The rubber coating on the back offers nice grip for the back of your fingers while the smooth coating on the front doesn't interfere.
- The ability to switch between XInput and DirectInput makes it more versatile for older games.
- The vibration works well for those games that support it.
Bad
- Nothing.
Ugly
- The wireless cuts out frequently even when the wireless receiver is two feet away with a clear line of sight. When it cuts out, whatever buttons were being pressed will remain held down until a connection is reestablish (about two seconds). This makes action games impossible to play. You can still play games that don't require precision controller input like turn-based strategy games or RPGs, but, even then, the frequent input problems will mess up your game.
Media
Links
- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Logitech_products#Gamepads - Wikipedia - Logitech Gamepads.