Editing Microsoft Corporation (section)

=== Strategic Developments: Innovation and Expansion   ===
2015 was a year of bold moves for Microsoft, marked by groundbreaking product launches, innovative advancements, and calculated market expansions. One of the year’s most significant announcements was the introduction of Microsoft HoloLens in January, a pioneering mixed reality device that promised to transform industries such as healthcare, education, and manufacturing <ref>{{cite web |url=https://news.microsoft.com/en-gb/2016/10/12/microsoft-launches-hololens-uk/ |quote=Microsoft launched HoloLens in January 2015, a Windows-10-based holographic computer that projects holographic images onto the real world. }}</ref>. Although the commercial release of HoloLens followed in 2016, its unveiling signalled Microsoft’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology.  

The company also launched Windows 10, a unified operating system designed to enhance user experience across devices, featuring innovations like Cortana and the Edge browser. This release was pivotal in Microsoft’s strategy to cater to both consumer and enterprise markets. On the cloud computing front, Microsoft Azure saw significant growth, with the company expanding its datacenter presence to India and Canada, bolstering its hybrid cloud solutions and strengthening its global footprint <ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.microsoft.com/investor/reports/ar15/index.html |quote=Microsoft expanded its datacenter presence to India and Canada in 2015, with plans for future geographic growth. }}</ref>. Strategic acquisitions further underscored Microsoft’s focus on mobile, analytics, and security, with notable purchases including Adallom and Secure Islands <ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.informationweek.com/software-services/microsoft-s-2015-acquisitions-mobile-analytics-security |quote=Microsoft focused on strategic acquisitions in 2015, particularly in mobile, analytics, and security. }}</ref>.  

However, the year was not without its challenges. The Phone Hardware segment incurred a $7.5 billion non-cash charge, reflecting the difficulties faced following the Nokia acquisition <ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2015/07/22/technology/microsoft-earnings-q4.html |quote=Microsoft recorded a $7.5 billion non-cash charge in 2015 related to the impairment of its Phone Hardware segment, primarily due to the Nokia acquisition. }}</ref>. Despite this setback, Microsoft’s emphasis on cloud computing, AI integration, and enterprise solutions highlighted its adaptability and forward-thinking approach, setting the stage for sustained growth in high-growth sectors.