I don't know how 'sound' what I'm gonna say is gonna be but perhaps you can exercise discretion before putting the disc into the slot - if the CD/DVD feels thicker or thinner than the norm, then don't take the risk

I haven't had any problems with my CD slot thus far, *thank God*

ChopSuey,
Instead of abadoning it, perhaps they could improve it? *g* Besides, when people develop stuff, they expect you to utilise the hardware with proper supplies.

Complain when Genuine Original CDs don't work but I'm sure that happens too - once in a blue moon

ChopSuey,
You win some, u lose some. It's NOT possible to please everyone

I suppose I ought to be thankful I ain't a heavy slot drive user on my Mac