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$990m Bill for Xbox Red Ring of Death

Computer giants Microsoft are facing a $990m repair bill after their Xbox Elite consoles were hit by the notorious "red ring of death".

The console was originally thought to be immune from the problem, which permanently freezes the unit after a ring of green lights on the power control button turn red.

Now, hundreds of angry owners are sending back their consoles, which are being shipped to Germany for repair. But the fault remains a mystery.
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Published: 63 days 7 hours ago | News | Xbox 360 | Industry News
 
 
 

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