{"id":155512,"date":"2023-04-14T23:29:43","date_gmt":"2023-04-14T23:29:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/culture.org\/?p=155512"},"modified":"2023-04-14T23:29:43","modified_gmt":"2023-04-14T23:29:43","slug":"microsoft-releases-eco-friendly-xbox-controller-for-earth-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/culture.org\/gaming\/microsoft-releases-eco-friendly-xbox-controller-for-earth-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Microsoft Releases Eco-Friendly Xbox Controller for Earth Day"},"content":{"rendered":"           <!--  <script type=\"text\/javascript\">\r\n                jQuery(document).ready(function() {\r\n                    jQuery(\".key-accordion-item .key-menu\").on(\"click\", function() {\r\n                        if (jQuery(this).parent().hasClass(\"active\")) {\r\n                            jQuery(this).next().slideUp();\r\n                            jQuery(this).parent().removeClass(\"active\");\r\n                        } else {\r\n                            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<li>Unique designs, earth-tone colors, and topographic textures are used to create visually appealing controllers, with each one having a one-of-a-kind design.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>The Remix Special Edition controller includes an Xbox Rechargeable Battery Pack, reducing the need for disposable batteries.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>Microsoft is committed to reducing its environmental impact and has introduced initiatives like carbon-aware game downloads, updates, energy-saving settings, and active hours.<\/li>\r\n                                                                    <li>By offering environmentally conscious products, Microsoft aims to inspire other companies to adopt eco-friendly practices in their journey towards sustainability.<\/li>\r\n                                                <\/ul>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            \n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microsoft has announced the launch of the &#8220;Remix Special Edition&#8221; Xbox controller, which is partially made from recycled plastic, to coincide with Earth Day celebrations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The controller, consisting of 33% recycled plastic, utilizes post-consumer recycled resins with regrind materials, such as leftover Xbox One generation controller parts, automotive headlight covers, plastic water jugs, and CDs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Unique Designs with an Environmental Purpose<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The use of recycled materials not only offers an ecological advantage but also gives each controller a one-of-a-kind design.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The color and particle mix for each controller is unique, creating a visually appealing and environmentally friendly product.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to the recycled materials, the Remix Special Edition controller includes an Xbox Rechargeable Battery Pack, reducing the need for disposable batteries.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Earth-Tone Colors and Topographic Textures<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspired by the natural landscapes and physical world, the Remix Special Edition controller features earth-tone colors and subtle variations, with swirls and markings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bright green Xbox button, D-pad, and front case color are inspired by lichen found in the Pacific Northwest Forest.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bumpers, triggers, and side grip areas boast a topographic texture pattern, reflecting the Earth&#8217;s dynamic landscape.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Compatibility and Customization<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Remix Special Edition controller is compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10\/11, offering Bluetooth technology for wireless gaming on PC and mobile devices.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Players can customize button mapping with the Xbox Accessories app and use a 3.5mm stereo headset jack for online chatting and sharing gaming highlights.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Price and Availability<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Retailing at $84.99, the Remix Special Edition controller will be available worldwide on April 18.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microsoft aims to bring fans along on their journey towards greater sustainability across the Xbox product portfolio, with more information available on the Xbox Sustainability Hub.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>                        <!-- <div class=\"container-c\"> -->\r\n                        <!-- <div class=\"row justify-content-between\"> -->\r\n                        <!-- <div class=\"col-post-800\"> -->\r\n                        <!-- start html -->\r\n        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<\/div>\r\n                        <!-- end html -->\r\n                        <!-- <\/div> -->\r\n                        <!-- <\/div> -->\r\n                        <!-- <\/div> -->\r\n                                    <\/h2>\n<h2><strong>Microsoft&#8217;s Sustainability Goals<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earlier this year, Xbox announced its commitment to reducing its environmental impact in order to help Microsoft achieve its goal of becoming a carbon-negative, water-positive, and zero-waste company by 2030.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To do this, the company is rethinking how its products are designed, built, distributed, and used.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Ongoing Efforts and Collaborations<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In March, Xbox provided an update on its sustainability initiatives across hardware, software, waste reduction, and collective action.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The company is continuously exploring innovative ways to learn and improve its measures while collaborating with industry partners and game developers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It remains accountable for carbon emissions from both the production and distribution of its products, as well as the emissions generated by their use in consumers&#8217; homes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Designing hardware and software for greater efficiency and optimization for renewable energy can make a significant impact.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Carbon-Aware Game Downloads and Updates<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Xbox is the first gaming console to offer carbon-aware game downloads and updates, which means reducing its carbon footprint by optimizing updates and downloads to run when the console can use the most renewable energy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windows Update introduced carbon-aware updates for Windows 11 PCs last year, and now Xbox consoles are following suit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When an Xbox console is plugged in and connected to the internet, and regional carbon intensity data is available, updates will be scheduled during times when the console can use the most renewable energy in the local energy grid.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This reduces fossil fuel dependency, CO2 emissions, and can potentially save consumers money.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Energy-Saving Settings<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Xbox Series X|S consoles will now automatically update to the Shutdown (energy-saving) power option for Xbox Insiders.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This one-time update reduces power consumption while the console is off without affecting performance, gameplay, or the ability to receive overnight updates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remote features are supported while the console is powered on, but remote wake is not supported while the console is shut down. Users can adjust their settings at any time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Active Hours and Sleep<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another energy setting update for Xbox Insiders is the new &#8220;Active Hours&#8221; setting. Users who select the Sleep power option can now adjust their console&#8217;s active hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Xbox will boot quickly and be available for remote wake during active hours. Once the active hours are over, the console will fully shut down and draw significantly less power.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Xbox Series X|S active hours will be automatically enabled and scheduled based on times when the console was previously used.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Xbox One consoles will have the option to configure their active hours, which will default to &#8220;always active&#8221; unless changed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In conclusion, Microsoft&#8217;s release of the eco-friendly Remix Special Edition Xbox controller for Earth Day exemplifies the company&#8217;s dedication to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This innovative controller, made of 33% recycled plastic, demonstrates how the company is rethinking the design, production, and distribution of its products.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, Xbox&#8217;s ongoing sustainability initiatives, such as carbon-aware game downloads, updates, energy-saving settings, and active hours, showcase its commitment to creating a greener gaming experience for consumers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By offering environmentally conscious products and features, Microsoft is not only promoting a sustainable future but also inspiring other companies to follow suit in their journey towards a more eco-friendly world.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":18,"featured_media":155513,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[407],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-155512","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-gaming"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/155512"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/18"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=155512"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/155512\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/155513"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=155512"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=155512"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/culture.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=155512"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}