Moving Romer-G to the rest of us- Logitech introduces G413

Logitech introduced a new mainstream line of Romer-G key switch based keyboard that is below $90 US dollars.  As expected, Logitech steadily move its own switch down the product line.  So, finally it has crossed the magic US $100.  Yes, one could probably catch a Black Friday sale for a G410 or the discontinued G910 Orion Spark around that amount, but the retail price for G413 is somewhat of a milestone.  It now can compete with mainstream Cherry MX type boards.  Other Cherry MX compatibile (e.g. clones) switch based keyboard have gone down even further, one might be able to get one for $40 if one shops around and catches a good deal.  In any case, to make that price, Logitech eliminated fancy RGB lighting, scroll wheel and a few other sacrifice to make it.  So, this is more or less as an entry point for those who might want to explore Romer-G type boards, but not ready to go all the way.

As mechanical keyboards gain popularity and production volume, I expect the price to fall more, but will probably approach pricing floor sometimes this year or the next.  I just don't know where exactly that is, but I am thinking around $50 or so.  That's just a guess.  A rubber dome keyboard can be found for less than $20.  Because of the added complexity, I doubt mechanical boards will get that close, but hey one can dream.  :)