Microsoft Teams: News
Considered to be a direct competitor of Slack, a business communication platform, Microsoft Teams was launched in 2017. Unlike Slack, which is available in 8 languages, Teams is available in 93 languages and dialects. One can easily switch between text chat, video and voice, as well as share files, calendars and do collaborative editing via this service. Another chat-based communication tool for businesses like Zoom, Microsoft Teams has also gained popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Reports suggest that by April 2020, Teams has witnessed 75mn daily active users. It can be used on Windows, Linux, macOS, iOS, and Android operating systems. Notably, Teams is a replacement of Microsoft Classroom in Office 365 Education. Hence, most subscribers to the cloud-based Microsoft 365 suite can use it.
08 Oct 2024
GoogleGoogle Chat now lets you send video messages: Here's how
Google's centerpiece of social media suite, Google Chat, has gained a new feature — the ability to send video messages.
19 Aug 2024
macOSMicrosoft's macOS apps have security flaws that allow spying
Cisco Talos, a renowned cybersecurity firm, has recently discovered multiple security flaws in several Microsoft applications designed for macOS.
14 May 2024
MicrosoftMicrosoft rolls out AI-driven app for streamlining office days
Microsoft has unveiled a new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered application, Microsoft Places, aimed at assisting businesses in managing their in-office days more efficiently.
13 May 2024
MicrosoftFollow these steps to maintain active status on Microsoft Teams
Maintaining an active status on Microsoft Teams can be challenging, especially when superiors are closely monitoring.
01 Apr 2024
MicrosoftWhy Microsoft is unbundling Office and Teams products
Microsoft has announced plans to offer its chat and video application, Teams, as a standalone product worldwide.
27 Mar 2024
MicrosoftMicrosoft to boost Teams platform with advanced AI capabilities soon
Microsoft is set to supercharge its Teams platform with the integration of its AI-powered tool, Copilot.
24 Jan 2024
MicrosoftMicrosoft Teams is making video calls hassle-free: Here's how
Microsoft Teams is working on an update to make audio and video controls more user-friendly during meetings.
06 Jan 2024
MicrosoftMicrosoft Teams to arrive on Android Auto next month
Microsoft Teams is gearing up to launch Android Auto support in February, enabling users to participate in meetings and make hands-free calls while on the road.
17 Dec 2023
MicrosoftMicrosoft warns outdated Teams versions might cause disruptions
Microsoft has cautioned users that sticking with outdated versions of Teams could lead to service disruptions, like delayed chat messages.
04 Oct 2023
ZoomZoom adds AI-powered document editing feature to rival Microsoft Teams
Zoom Video Communications Inc. is bringing a collaborative document editing feature, Zoom Docs, taking on rivals like Microsoft Teams and Alphabet's Google Docs.
02 Aug 2023
MicrosoftMicrosoft Teams's new feature will reduce 'meeting fatigue'
Microsoft Teams now offers spatial audio for its desktop app on Windows and macOS, enhancing conference call experiences.
20 Jul 2023
MicrosoftMicrosoft and Maybelline bring virtual make-up bag to Teams
There are days when people are in no mood to put on make-up for a virtual meeting. Disabling the webcam is the only option available in such situations.
30 Jun 2023
MicrosoftMicrosoft Teams's AI-powered 'Intelligent recap' makes meetings easier: Here's how
Microsoft is at the forefront of the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution. The company has gone all in on AI-powered tools, integrating them into its products and services.
21 Feb 2023
MicrosoftMicrosoft Teams 2.0 is coming next month: What to expect
A new version of Microsoft Teams is on the cards. The company plans to launch a preview of the revamped Teams to users in March, reported The Verge.
03 Feb 2023
MicrosoftMicrosoft announces Teams Premium with features powered by OpenAI's GPT-3.5
What happens when Microsoft Teams gets the features of OpenAI's GPT-3.5? We don't have to wonder about that because Microsoft has announced Teams Premium with features powered by GPT-3.5.
25 Jan 2023
MicrosoftMicrosoft services face outage: Teams, Outlook, Azure down globally
Multiple Microsoft services, like Outlook and Teams, are down for users around the world, including India. The company said that it is investigating the issue.
21 Jul 2022
MicrosoftGlobal outage rocks MS Teams users; Microsoft announces investigation
Thousands of users worldwide have been at the receiving end of a Microsoft Teams outage on Thursday morning (July 21).
14 Aug 2021
MicrosoftMicrosoft Teams will be introducing new feature called 'Top Hits'
Earlier this year, Microsoft made its enterprise-grade Teams video conferencing tool free for all to use. Now, the tool has got a new feature called Top Hits aimed at improving the program's search functionality.
24 May 2021
MicrosoftHere's what to expect from Microsoft Build 2021 developers conference
Shortly after being in the news for retiring Internet Explorer and Windows 10X, Microsoft is all set to host its Build 2021 virtual event starting from May 25.
18 May 2021
MicrosoftMicrosoft Teams now available for everyone, offers free 24-hour calling
Following in the footsteps of other enterprise-grade video calling solutions that opened their doors to the masses amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Microsoft has launched a version of Teams for personal use today.
30 Sep 2020
MicrosoftSoon, Microsoft Teams will offer a 'virtual commute' experience
From Together Mode to Breakout Rooms, Microsoft has announced some pretty unique features for its Teams work collaboration platform.
18 Sep 2020
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)Coronavirus: Delhi schools will remain shut till October 5
All schools in Delhi will remain closed till October 5 in view of the coronavirus pandemic, the Directorate of Education (DoE) said on Friday, adding that online classes shall continue till the aforementioned date.
29 Aug 2020
MicrosoftStrange notifications hit Microsoft Teams users; now fixed
In the last couple of days, several users of Microsoft Teams reported receiving a flurry of mysterious notifications.
09 Jul 2020
Microsoft#TechBytes: Handy features coming to Microsoft Teams
As the world adjusts with the routine of studying/working remotely, Microsoft is continuing the effort to push its dedicated communication and collaboration tool - Teams.
12 May 2020
MicrosoftHackers are using Zoom, Google Meet for phishing attacks
The spread of COVID-19 has surged the global demand for video-conferencing services like Zoom and Google Meet.
03 May 2020
Microsoft#WeeklyRecap: Free Google Meet, bugs in Chrome, Microsoft Teams, more
The last week of April was all about bugs, glitches, and leaks.
01 May 2020
Mukesh AmbaniJio is also bringing a video-conferencing app: Details here
As more than a third of the world's population remains under some kind of lockdown, video-conferencing has become the go-to option to connect and interact, be it with colleagues or friends.
30 Apr 2020
MicrosoftMicrosoft Teams' daily active users surge by 70% to 75mn
As the novel coronavirus pandemic forces more and more people to switch to the routine of remote meetings and chats, work communication tools continue to gain benefits.
27 Apr 2020
MicrosoftHackers can hijack your Microsoft Teams account via GIFs
In a major shocker, researchers at CyberArk, a US-based cybersecurity firm, have flagged a critical vulnerability in Microsoft Teams, the work communication service that goes against Slack.
12 Apr 2020
MicrosoftMicrosoft Teams update brings Zoom-like custom background for video calls
Microsoft has rolled out an update for its Teams communication platform that introduces custom background support for video calls.
02 Apr 2020
MicrosoftNow, Slack users can call those on Microsoft Teams
In the wake of the COVID-19 situation, work communication apps Slack and Microsoft Teams have become the focal point for many businesses.
28 Mar 2020
MicrosoftSoon, Slack might let you call Microsoft Teams' users
As remote working continues to grow due to the coronavirus pandemic, work communication platforms Slack and Microsoft Teams are doing everything possible to give the best experience to their increasing user-base.
20 Mar 2020
MicrosoftAmid COVID-19 outbreak, Microsoft Teams rakes in 44 million DAUs
As professionals around the world continue to switch to working remotely, due to the outbreak of coronavirus disease COVID-19, productivity platforms are reaping the benefits.
01 Mar 2018
GoogleGoogle is the new Slack: Launches workplace communication tool
Google has globally launched Hangouts Chat, a workplace communication tool, as a core part of its G Suite offerings.
26 Oct 2017
FacebookFacebook releases "Workplace Chat" app for desktop/mobile with game-changing features
A year after launching Workplace, the business-focused social networking platform, Facebook is now releasing "Workplace Chat" desktop and mobile apps, which have Workplace's existing messaging functionality.