Microsoft is said to have a long term plan to take full control of the gaming industry

That's their long term plan, but they're still building it. They'll test on a small set of devices they can control to work out bugs and defects and then broaden the tests. They've said before they'd like for it to be on all devices, but there are a
lot of factors that come into play. I wouldn't hold your breath, but I am sure that they are investigating that possibility, even if it does come after release on other devices.

Get a life we all know what is meant using it in theses terms, microsoft have now said they are looking into it but are still trying to pont blame at the consumer this may be the case sometimes but not in all cases once again we have the ring of death problem
they take a long time to admit to a problem

Well that didn't take very long for my post to be completely derailed by hot chicks that work in the gaming industry. lol.

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I really don't see why people get digital over a disk..... It is always cheaper to buy a disk, and it has a resale value aswell.

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I plan on using the Xb1 to its full potential... especially the all my games ANYwhere aspect of it... what could be better than just going to a buds house... and only having to bring beer... not a plastic bag full of games... the fast swapping... the
full use of kinect... no more clutter... I can see is someone if financially challenged and trading in a game for for a $10-25 credit can be great.... But in the long run.. its hurts the industry (We've been there don't go there)

Microsoft has acknowledged these reports and has been providing support and warranty replacements for affected controllers.

Regarding a long-term fix or an official statement from Microsoft, I don't have specific information on any plans they may have for addressing the bumper issue in future controller revisions. It's recommended to stay updated with official announcements from Microsoft.

As for the replacement process, it's understandable that you would prefer a quicker resolution. While it may take some time, it allows Microsoft to provide a thorough service.

Remember to provide feedback to Microsoft regarding your experience and concerns. Customer feedback is valuable for companies to understand user experiences and make improvements to their products and services.

I hope your replacement process goes smoothly, and if you have any further questions or concerns, feel free to let me know.