The Xbox LIVE Diamond Card program is gearing up for a couple of changes in 2008. The most significant being that ownership and administration of the Diamond Card program will become wholly run by PASSPORT UNLIMITED. In conjunction with this change, the card will have an annual subscription attached to it, a nominal sum of $6.95 per year, open to anyone.
Additionally, from January 1, 2008 through February 28, 2008, no new registrations will be processed in order for the registration system to be migrated over to PASSPORT. Once completed, PASSPORT's new SSL registration site is anticipated to launch on March 1, 2008. This registration system will allow users to enter a credit card for the annual payment.
Furthermore, current members will remain on the program free until their memberships expire in 2008. Any future renewal will require payment of the new fee. Members with renewal dates in the January – February 2008 timeframe will continue with access to the Diamond website (i.e., access the deals, coupons, etc.) during that time. If Diamond Card members wish to renew, they will need to do so at PASSPORT's new registration site after March 1, 2008.
We hope you take advantage of the Xbox LIVE Diamond Card program, which brings you discounts and promotions at your favorite stores, restaurants, and other retailers across the country.* All the details can be found on Xbox.com at
http://www.xboxlivediamond.com
*Offers valid at participating locations. Diamond Card is available for U.S. residents only.