Friday, June 21, 2013

GM Ranked 1st in Quality


On Wednesday General motors was named by J.D. Power and Associates as the automotive company  with the best quality. This was stated via their annual automotive survey. JD Power Survey
These rankings our based off of surveys and opinions of people who purchased these models.
"Nothing energizes us more than receiving the verification of quality from our customers," said Alicia Boler-Davis, vice president global quality and U.S. customer experience for the company.

If you have questions or concerns about how quality is ascertained, read this breakdown of customer surveys for specific models.  How Valid are Car Ratings?

Tuesday, June 11, 2013

PlayStation 4's Rebuttal to Xbox One


PlayStation vs. Xbox System Information
The E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo) show kicked off this week in LA. For many years this event has served as a hub for the video game world. Both Sony and Microsoft representatives had an opportunity to outline their new products yesterday. There was a stark contrast in the companies' gaming policies.

The Xbox One will be accessible in November 2013 for $499. The Xbox will have mandatory online check-ins in order to participate in game play. As a result, Xbox users can only play offline for a 24 hour period. New more restrictive rules will be enforced in regards to used games and fees.

PlayStation4 will be available around the holidays 2013 for $399. Sony is not placing any restrictions on used gaming. This was a popular announcement yesterday. Most consumers feel if they purchase a game they are entitled to do what they like with it.