Logitech Wingman Light joystick
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ITEM
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Wingman Light joystick
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MANUFACTURER
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Logitech
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MSRP
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$ 20 US
$ 30 CDN
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RATING
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9.0
/10
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CATEGORY
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Game controller - Analog joystick - 15 pin game port interface
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COMMENTS
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Entry-level two-button joystick sporting the most comfortably sculpted handgrip of any of its competitors
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Pro
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· Simple, aesthetically-pleasing and functional
design
· Easy to set up and operate
· Grip design makes the joystick more comfortable
to handle than other sticks, especially during
long gaming sessions
· Low price
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Con
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· Slight wobble in stick after several months
of heavy testing
· Suction cups on base lose grip during moderate
gaming sessions, even when new
· Autofire switch poorly placed on underside
of base
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Additional information
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· Made in China
· Uses 15 pin game port connection
· Logitech has updated their Wingman line,
and no longer manufactures the model
reviewed. However, you can still purchase
the Wingman Light through some online
retailers and auction houses.
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REVIEW DATE
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First look
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July 1999
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Update
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October 1999
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Long term
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August 1999
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Style & design
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9 /10
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Fit & finish
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9 /10
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Ease of use
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10 /10
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Functionality
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8 /10
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Documentation
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8 /10
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Value
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10 /10
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Reviewer's ranking
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9 /10
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Few companies know how to make input devices -- particularly game controllers -- that uncompromisingly explore the outer limits of design, and still manage to function well. Logitech is one of those with a reputation for doing it right.
Geartest.com evaluated Logitech's entry-level joystick, the Wingman Light, and found out whether the company's rep is hype, reality, or something between.
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