Microsoft news recap: new Finland data center, Xbox to be 100% recyclable by 2030, and more

Jack Wilkinson

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Microsoft news recap is a weekly feature highlighting the top Microsoft news stories of the past week. Sit back, grab some coffee, and enjoy the read!

Microsoft is building a new data center in Finland

It has been confirmed that Microsoft has plans underway to set up a new data center in Southern Finland. The new data center will have Azure Availability Zones, networking, cooling for additional tolerance to data failures, and unique physical locations equipped with independent power.

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Xbox to be 100% recyclable by 2030, according to Microsoft

Xbox consoles are expected to become 100% recyclable by 2030, after Microsoft announced its commitment to do so. And it’s not too far off that goal, with 97% of its Xbox Series X|S being recyclable.

Xbox to be 100% recyclable by 2030, according to Microsoft - OnMSFT.com - March 16, 2022

Major performance improvements come to Xbox Cloud Gaming on iOS and Android

Xbox Cloud Gaming on iOS has received a performance boost, aiming to improve the gaming experience on iPhones and iPads. So far, the changes have been well-received, especially as previously many complained of performance-related problems.

Major performance improvements come to Xbox Cloud Gaming on iOS and Android - OnMSFT.com - March 15, 2022

That’s it for this week. We will be back next week with more Microsoft news.