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Microsoft pushes Xbox trade-ins amid global hardware shortages

By PulseAugur Editorial · [2 sources] ·

Microsoft is encouraging Xbox owners to trade in their unused consoles, particularly the Series X and S models, through a campaign with Best Buy. This initiative aims to alleviate ongoing hardware shortages, exacerbated by the global memory supply shortage driven partly by AI sector demand. By facilitating trade-ins, Microsoft hopes to increase the supply of available consoles and ensure continued engagement with its gaming ecosystem through services like Xbox Game Pass. AI

IMPACT The AI sector's demand for memory contributes to hardware shortages, impacting console availability and pricing.

RANK_REASON News about a company's marketing campaign to manage existing product inventory and supply chain issues.

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Microsoft pushes Xbox trade-ins amid global hardware shortages

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COVERAGE [2]

  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Jack Peachey) ·

    Microsoft really wants you to sell that Xbox you're not using

    Microsoft wants owners to trade in their unused Xbox Series X and S consoles. Here's what's behind the push, and what to know before you take the deal.

  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Microsoft really wants you to sell that Xbox you're not using Microsoft wants owners to trade in their unused Xbox Series X and S consoles. Here's what's behind

    Microsoft really wants you to sell that Xbox you're not using Microsoft wants owners to trade in their unused Xbox Series X and S consoles. Here's what's behind the push, and what to know before you take the deal. https://www. engadget.com/2299867/microsoft -really-wants-you-to-s…

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