+Mystic MVC Posted January 10, 2008 MVC Share Posted January 10, 2008 There's loud whispers in the business community that Logitech, makers of (among other things) fine console and PC gaming peripherals, are about to be bought out by Microsoft. Neither side will comment publicly on the rumours, however one trader has offered this brilliant quote: Supposedly, Microsoft is supposed to be taking over Logitech, offering 48 francs a share. Then the mouse-maker would be worth around 10 billion francs. http://kotaku.com/343181/microsoft-to-buy-logitech What would this exactly entail for peripherals sold on other systems made by Logitech, would MS get a cut of the profits? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sethos Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 I mean, the only proper alternative to Microoft peripherals like Keyboards is Logitech - So now they can pretty much jack up the price as they like? :p ( If it happens, of course ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hurmoth Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 This is one of those I'll believe it when I see it type of situations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDX1 Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Hope not, I like Logitech how it is. They are one of the few companies I will stand by even if the product is more expensive. They've always done me good product wise as well as sending me new products when mine was faulty no questions asked. I like them so much I told them about an error they made when they sent me two Z-680s systems instead of one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MightyJordan Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 If this is true, Microsoft might probably use Logitech's hardware to improve their own, especially the 360 steering wheel. G25 FTW! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digitalx Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 better not, if they do they better leave the brand as it is and what it does and makes, maybe they can help make new speakers to succeed Z5500 finally but thats about it they need to improve on the rest is fine as it is. maybe they could inject some development into G15/ mini screen things applets too but doubt it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrunknMunky Veteran Posted January 10, 2008 Veteran Share Posted January 10, 2008 This is one of those I'll believe it when I see it type of situations. +1 Although maybe MSFT will kick their ass into gear with x64 drivers finally, if it happens :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raa Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Sorry, but I really CANT see this one going ahead. The product lineup is a bit too diverse for either side to take on! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
virtualmadden Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 I can this happening. It might be a little ambitious, but I can see it working. MS could strengthen their hardware division without having to compete with Logitech. Funny that MS would control 90% of the mice/keyboard market. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazzyyfool Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 God I hope MS don't get Logitech. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajputwarrior Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 better not, if they do they better leave the brand as it is and what it does and makes, maybe they can help make new speakers to succeed Z5500 finally but thats about it they need to improve on the rest is fine as it is. maybe they could inject some development into G15/ mini screen things applets too but doubt it i just got the z-5500, greatest speakers ever!! God I hope MS don't get Logitech. me too, all my peripherals are logitech... it's just so much better then MS's stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
___DaviD___ Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Noo my speakers/mouse/keyboard are all logitech and im afraid microsoft would stuff em all up :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sundayx Veteran Posted January 10, 2008 Veteran Share Posted January 10, 2008 Heeelllllllll naawwww Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
X@vier Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 I only buy logitech, best company in my books, if Microsoft does buy them i hope they don't change anything about them. ~X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sundayx Veteran Posted January 10, 2008 Veteran Share Posted January 10, 2008 Actually I read over at Engadget that Logitech produces Microsoft hardware products, now is that true? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Natan Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 This is one of those I'll believe it when I see it type of situations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDisneyMagic Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 I believe they do make some of Microsoft's hardware, I definately have a number of Microsoft branded mice which when flipped over have logitech logos on the bottom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex_is_Axel Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 well the only thing i can hope with this is if microsoft do buy logitech, i hope their software for webcams and such wont be so bloated and more "built-in". When you install webcam drivers and stuff with logitech, so many new process's start.. i do however remove them all from startup and services.. but you shouldnt need to do that :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allan Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Noooooooooooooooo!! NO NO NO NO NO! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luis.A Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Seems like a good move... I can imagine a full Logitec peripheral brand for Xbox and Zune.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GamerZon360 Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Me being the BIGGEST Microsoft Fan, I would not want MS to buy Logitech. I like Logitech the way it is. I have never had any problems with Logitech. So I hope MS leaves Logitech Alone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EnzoFX Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 might not be so bad, logitech hardware has always been top notch, but their software side always needed a little work, enter microsoft? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobier Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 Microsoft just aint a Hardware firm dats why it has experienced so many problems with xbox.......if Microsoft has to really take on the Apple n Sony.....they need to acquire industrys leading hardware tech company who excel in quality and slick looking products Logitech is certainly a gr8 company but i dont think it would add so much to microsoft unless microsoft knows more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luis.A Posted January 10, 2008 Share Posted January 10, 2008 might not be so bad, logitech hardware has always been top notch, but their software side always needed a little work, enter microsoft? Maybe they integrate logitec into intellipoint software. That would be awesome. Hopefully if they do buy Logitech they keep the brand but more importantly the design team. As newer MS hardware seems kinda ugly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tech Star Posted January 11, 2008 Share Posted January 11, 2008 Wow, hell no....Logitech is needed for competition. :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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