I got one in early'06 used and that one to this day is still working (although I think it's beginning to give out). I play a moderate amount, I go through spurts of eitherplaying a lot of gamesor watching a lot of movies on it, to not using it much. I always thought I was lucky to get a good one :D

Look everybody, dipping might be a bad habit, but everyone has one. I don't know why people feel the need to judge their peers so harshly for weaknesses we all have. You judging the OP for dipping would be the same as someone judging you for biting your finger nails or other habits that people have. I myself have many bad habits, the worst of which is probably that I enjoy cigars. Now, judge me all you want, but you have a bad habit too, and mine is no different than yours except mine is possibly more dangerous. However, keep in mind that almost everyone is aware that tobacco is dangerous, yet it is a very profitable industry, meaning it doesn't bother many people (and the people who are addicted). My main point is that I feel it unecessary to critize people at the drop of a hat. Put yourself in their shoes before you start feverishly typing your insults. Anyway, lecture over, flame on.