Microsoft Extends Xbox 360 Warranty

http://www.xbox.com/en-US/support/petermooreletter.htm

For anyone who has had to deal with the unfortunate experience of a bricked Xbox, this is welcome news. I personally have not had to go through the experience, but know several people that have. Microsoft's manufacturing and design have come in to question especially when compared to existing consoles. I have a PS2 at home that was purchased one week after the release date and still functions as it did on the day I bought it.

However, this move is to be applauded. Microsoft has recognized a problem and rather than bury it in bureaucracy and legal agreements, they are addressing it. This is most likely going to be a costly move for Microsoft...but hey, with Marketplace prices what they are, they can afford it. ;-)