Microsoft (MSFT) Xbox Failure Rate As High As 16%

Posted: February 15, 2008 at 9:19 am

According to a report in The Inquirer, the failure rate of Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) Xboxs is running at about 16%. One retailer put the number as high as 33%.

Most industry observers believe that this failure rate will rise as the machines are in use for a prolonged period. Overheating appears to be the main cause of the problems.

Douglas A. McIntyre

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