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XBox Power Cable Fire Hazard and Recall

Posted by ryuzaki0 on from the smash-crash-burn dept.

hattig writes "According to BBC News Microsoft is to replace 14 million XBox power cables due to a fire hazard. XBoxes made before 23rd October 2003 or 13th January 2004 (Europe) require replacement." From the article: "The company said the move was a "preventative step" after reports of fire hazard problems with the cables."

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  1. Doublespeak alert... by Leadhyena · · Score: 0, Troll
    The company said the move was a "preventative step"

    Translation: Microsoft is trying to prevent themselves from being sued, not trying to prevent more XBOXen from burning down houses, although less XBOX meltdown is a benificial side effect.

    Altruisitic action does not imply altruistic intent.