Krisz's Microsoft Teams adventure

  Introduction Microsoft has made a groundbreaking announcement that has significant implications for organizations and individual users of its Teams platform. As of October 5, 2023, Microsoft declared the general availability of the new Microsoft Teams app for Windows and Mac. The primary focus of this blog post is to unpack the details of this change and help Teams users and administrators understand what the transition entails, who it will affect, and how to prepare for it. Key Takeaway: The Inevitable Transition One of the major points in the announcement is that users who are still on the classic Microsoft Teams will be automatically updated to the new Teams after March 31, 2024. Therefore, this blog post serves as a comprehensive guide to help you understand the update and how it may affect you or your organization. Advantages of Switching to New Teams The new Teams client is a performance-centric update. According to Microsoft, the updated platform will run up to 2x faster and c

  The digital workspace is continually evolving, and the Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows app is no exception. In a move to revolutionize video meetings, Microsoft has introduced the advanced IntelliFrame feature. This groundbreaking technology is designed to add a new level of intelligence to Teams Rooms on Windows cameras, effectively changing the way businesses communicate and collaborate. What is IntelliFrame? IntelliFrame is a powerful tool that leverages AI to create a more engaging meeting experience. It includes a multitude of advanced features such as multi-stream video, face recognition of in-room participants, active speaker recognition, attributed voice-based transcription, and panoramic video. Whether you're using Front-of-room (180-degree view) or Center-of-room (360-degree view) cameras, IntelliFrame ensures the most optimal representation of the participants. How Will IntelliFrame Enhance Your Team Meetings? The upcoming Teams Rooms on Windows app update (version 4.

Microsoft Teams consistently pushes the boundaries of innovation, and with its most recent update, Teams Rooms on Windows app 4.17, an array of new and enhanced features are being introduced. These include a refreshed home screen experience and an upgraded custom background feature. The new default home screen, first introduced as an 'opt-in' feature in version 4.16, incorporates a modern UI/UX update and will become the default experience with the 4.17 app version's release this June. This update is designed to provide a streamlined and intuitive user experience for Teams Rooms on Windows users. In addition to the home screen update, Microsoft has amped up the custom background feature for Teams Rooms Pro users. This feature allows IT administrators to specify up to three background images, and determine which image is displayed on the main room display, extended room display, and room console. Deploying these enhancements requires certain inputs. For instance, the images

Introduction: Prepare for exciting enhancements to your Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows (MTR-W) experience! Starting in early June, you can configure your MTR-W Pro with a Pro license to enable one-to-one calls between your room and SIP/H323 endpoints. In addition, around mid-May, you'll be able to join Direct Guest Join meetings, including BlueJeans, directly from your MTR-W. Let's explore the details of these updates and their impact on your organization. SIP/H323 Dialing for MTR-W Pro: What to Expect: The rollout for SIP/H323 dialing will begin in early June, with completion expected by mid-June. This new feature allows MTR-W Pro users to place and receive calls to and from SIP/H323 endpoints, either within or outside your organization. Impact on Your Organization: There's no increased risk associated with this update, as the feature will be disabled by default. You'll only experience the benefits if you enable the feature by running the appropriate PowerShell comma

In May 2023, Microsoft is set to roll out the Windows 11 22H2 release for eligible Teams Rooms on Windows devices. This blog post will provide you with a comprehensive guide on what to expect from this release, how it will affect your organization, and the steps you need to take to prepare for a smooth transition. Key Points: Eligible Devices and Windows 11 Upgrade: Teams Rooms on Windows devices that qualify for the Windows 11 upgrade will receive the Windows 11 22H2 release in May 2023. This update will be offered and installed on their devices with the 4.16 dot release, which is a newer version than the currently available 4.16.40.0. Devices that are not eligible due to an incompatible processor will continue to use Windows 10 per Windows hardware support policy, receiving the Windows 10 22H2 release instead. Support for Ineligible Devices: Devices that cannot upgrade to Windows 11 will continue to be supported until either the end of Windows 10 End of servicing for General Availabi