Krisz's Microsoft Teams adventure

  Introduction: Technology is increasingly becoming integral to our daily lives. It is transforming how we work, live, and interact with the world around us. One such technology, taking significant strides, is Apple CarPlay - a system designed to mirror certain functions of an iPhone directly on your car's built-in infotainment system. This year, Apple CarPlay users are in for an exciting update, especially for those who use Microsoft Teams for their professional and personal interactions. We are happy to share that now, you can make calls through speed dial and access your call history on Apple CarPlay using Teams. This significant update is poised to roll out from mid-July to early August for Production and GCC, with GCC-High and DoD to follow suit in early September to October. Harnessing the Power of Apple CarPlay with Teams: Gone are the days when drivers had to juggle their attention between their iPhones and the road ahead to make a call. With the advent of this upgrade, use

Microsoft Teams has upped the ante in remote collaboration with their latest update to the Avatars for Teams feature. Earlier this year, we brought you news on the introduction of Avatars for Teams, a feature that gives you the opportunity to create customizable avatars, making your virtual presence in Teams meetings more dynamic and personal. Now, with the recent update, more commercial Teams customers can enjoy this interactive feature. Enhanced Access for Teams Users As of June 26, 2023, Microsoft has made Avatars for Teams available to a wider range of users by expanding the licensing. Prior to this, avatar usage was confined to specific licensing packages. Now, the feature has been rolled out to Teams Essentials, Business Basic, Business Standard, Business Premium, Microsoft 365 E3/E5, and Office 365 E1/E3/E5. Why Avatars for Teams Matter The recent expansion of Avatars for Teams is a testament to Microsoft's commitment to fostering engaging and comfortable remote collaboratio

  As the realm of workplace technology continues to evolve, we’re witnessing more and more innovative solutions that make conducting business more efficient and seamless. One such advancement is Microsoft's latest Teams Panels update, set to roll out from early August to early September. This upgrade promises to revolutionize room reservations by integrating QR code technology into the Teams Panels system. With this latest upgrade, Teams Panels will now support room reservation using a QR code. This feature enables Microsoft Teams users to book a room for immediate use, future meetings, or even add the room to an existing meeting. Users simply need to scan a QR code using their Android or iOS mobile phone's Teams app. This QR code will be conveniently located in the top left of the Teams Panel's home screen. When you're ready to book a room, two options will be available to you: Schedule a new meeting with the room details pre-populated. Check the room’s availability fo

  Are you keeping up with the latest advancements in Microsoft 365? There are two new thrilling developments that have been introduced: New Graph APIs for accessing Teams Meeting Recording Message Summary, and the Generally Available Header Search feature in Teams admin center. Let’s take a closer look at these updates and how they can transform the way you navigate through Teams. Accessing Teams Meeting Recording Message Summary with New Graph APIs Microsoft is set to revolutionize how you access and manage Teams meeting recordings with the introduction of new organization-wide and Resource Specific Consent (RSC) application permissions. These permissions will enable apps to access recordings for a specific meeting. Essentially, it will permit admins to authorize users to give consent to apps, providing them with particular access to a meeting's recordings. The rollout of the new Graph APIs will begin in early July for Beta users and in late August for Standard Release, with compl

  In the ever-evolving landscape of business, managing meetings effectively is crucial for organizations around the world. Traditionally, note taking has been regarded as a key skill for efficient communication and data retention. However, with the acceleration of virtual meetings and the complexity of discussions, the conventional method of note-taking has proven to be inefficient. As a result, a more collaborative and inclusive approach to note-taking is needed. Microsoft, as a leading technology giant, has taken a step towards enhancing meeting efficiency with the announcement of their new feature - Collaborative Notes, which is now in public preview. This innovation comes in response to the rising demand for effective tools for managing virtual meetings and transforming traditional note-taking strategies. What are Collaborative Notes? Collaborative Notes are essentially Loop components in Microsoft Teams Meetings that stay in sync across various Microsoft applications like Outlook,

  Microsoft Teams, a collaboration tool for businesses, continues to evolve with new features aimed at enhancing workflow and user experience. This time, the spotlight is on a significant change to the Tag Management settings known as the "Microsoft Default" setting. Introduction of the "Microsoft Default" Setting Recently, Microsoft announced the addition of the "Microsoft Default" setting to Teams Tag Management settings in the Teams Admin Center. The change in settings reflects Microsoft's continuous commitment to improving user experience, catering to the diverse needs of its user base. This new feature ensures the seamless handling of tags, further enhancing the communication between team members. How Will the New Setting Affect Your Organization? The impact of the "Microsoft Default" setting depends on whether you have previously made selections to your Tag Management settings. If you have, rest assured, your tenant will not be affected

As part of Microsoft's commitment to improve user experience and maintain confidentiality during webinars, they are set to release a feature that will allow webinar organizers to hide the names of attendees. The implementation is part of a broader array of privacy-ensuring features offered exclusively in the Microsoft Teams Premium package. Feature Overview As of today, attendees in Microsoft Teams webinars can view the names, emails, and profile photos of all other participants. However, the newly introduced feature will mask these identifiers, promoting greater privacy within the virtual event. This privacy extends across various sections, including the participant pane, chat, and stage. Nonetheless, the organizer, co-organizers, and presenters will retain the ability to view each participant's identity. Timeline The rollout of this feature is expected to commence in early July 2023 and conclude by mid-July 2023 for standard users. For government users, the feature rollout wi