Product Issue - Lorde's Virgin album CD version, marketed as fully recyclable, faces playability issues on some CD players, particularly car stereos and portable devices [1] - Transparent disc design is suspected to interfere with laser-based CD detection mechanisms in certain players, especially slot-style players [3] - Xbox Series X also experiences compatibility issues with the transparent CD [2] Potential Solutions - A simple fix involves applying a sticker to the disc to block light transmission [4] Industry Perspective - Similar issues have been observed with transparent vinyl records and infrared track detection on RCA turntables [3] - The CD's collectibility and aesthetic appeal are noted despite playability concerns [4]