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Both Microsoft and Sony closures imminent
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| Reuters and other outlets have reported recently that both Microsoft and Sony
| will be closing some of their major gaming divisions in early 2009.
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http://www.hd-report.com/2009/01/06/both-microsoft-and-sony-closures-imminent/
Recent:
Microsoft knew about Xbox 360 disc-scratch problem, employee claims
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| Microsoft knew prior to the Xbox 360’s launch that the console can damage
| discs if gamers tilt the unit while a disc’s spinning inside, documents from
| a lawsuit focused on the problem reveal.
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| The revelation was made by Hiroo Umeno, a Microsoft programmer, in an ongoing
| case that was filed with the Seattle District Court in July 2007. The
| plaintiffs are seeking class-action status on behalf of affected gamers, but
| the documents containing Umeno’s confession have only just been unsealed at
| the court, according to a report by website Seattle Tech.
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http://www.reghardware.co.uk/2008/12/16/xbox_scratched_discs_updated/
Disgruntled Gamer Sues Microsoft For Scratched Game Discs
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| Microsoft could find themselves in some hot water if a Madison County,
| Illinois resident has his way. Jason Johnson is suing Microsoft for what he
| claims is defective hardware in relation to his Xbox 360. Johnson claims
| that his console has ruined his favorite games and made them 'unplayable' due
| to optical disc scratching. He claims that his copies of Rock Band, Grand
| Theft Auto IV, and Rock Band 2 all began displaying the "Disc Read Error"
| after extensive use.
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http://www.talkxbox.com/article2894.html
Microsoft sued again over Xbox 360 scratched discs
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| Having your games destroyed by your console certainly isn't fun, but is it
| worth $50,000?
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http://www.techspot.com/news/32788-Microsoft-sued-again-over-Xbox-360-scratched-discs.html
Man claims Xbox 360 scratched games in suit against Microsoft
http://www.stclairrecord.com/news/216292-man-claims-xbox-360-scratched-games-in-suit-against-microsoft
Related:
Microsoft admits scratch problem with Xbox 360
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| There hasn't been much discussion on the fact that the problem exists
| by consumers, but untill now Microsoft has always somewhat denied the
| problem and never proposed a solution.
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| The Dutch television show Kassa, which deals with customer complaints,
| has been nagging Microsoft about this problem for several weeks, they
| did tests with Xbox360 setups and filmed (and proofed) that the Xbox360
| is indeed responsible for scratching game discs, when not moved, placed
| on a stable table and under the best possible conditions.
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| [...]
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| The television show also reported that while this issue is now an issue
| in the Netherlands (it is also widely covered in regular news), it
| could become a global problem for Microsoft in the future. Therefore
| I would recommend anyone who is facing the same problem to contact
| their local Microsoft office and point them to this article.
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http://www.cdfreaks.com/news/Microsoft-admits-scratch-problem-with-Xbox-360.html
Gears of War disc errors - why the hell is no one covering this?
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| So, we're all just 'unlucky' Mark? Thanks for that. I'm happy for you
| and your console, but what about us? Where are we supposed to turn to
| for help and support? Microsoft wasn't very helpful (ref #102-379-2964)
| any of the times I've called them (I think it's up to three now for the
| same issue - perhaps I'll call again today and check on an update).
|
| All I know is that if I see that dreaded error message again on my new
| 360 I am going to go absolutely ballistic!!!
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http://www.1up.com/do/blogEntry?bId=7626298&publicUserId=5551391
Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against MS For Bricked 360s
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| According to Gamespot, the suit seeks a minimum of $10 million in
| damages, depending on how MS decides to defend itself.
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http://www.kotaku.com/gaming/law/class-action-lawsuit-filed-against-ms-for-bricked-360s-220250.php
Numerous Reports, November 30 Xbox 360 Update Is Bricking Consoles
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| Some consoles are being bricked by Thursday's dashboard update.
| Issues range from freezing, red ring of death and VGA adapterm
| alfunction. Microsoft isn't acknowledging the issue and billing
| $140 for repairs.
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http://digg.com/gaming_news/Numerous_Reports_November_30_Xbox_360_Update_Is_Bricking_Consoles
Update brick your 360? Speak up
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| Since yesterday's update, there are numerous reports about 360s
| being bricked. Some people suspect that this is being done by
| Microsoft intentionally to stop modders and hackers. Xbox Scene
| thinks it has more to do with certain combinations of hardware
| and firmware.
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http://www.xbox360fanboy.com/2006/11/01/update-brick-your-360-speak-up/
Autoupdate killed my 360!
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| I was fine yesterday gaming with the VGA cable but after getting
| the autoupdate today, I get a black screen. Does Microsoft test
| these things? My connection to the TV didn't change yet its
| screwed. Thanks for nothing Microsoft.
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http://forum.teamxbox.com/showthread.php?t=489979
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