Now in August 2025 Microsoft has brought an array of powerful updates and enhancements to Microsoft Teams, designed to make collaboration even smoother, smarter, and more inclusive. Whether you’re a long-time Teams user or just starting to explore its potential, there’s plenty to be excited about. From the widespread accessibility of Copilot to groundbreaking features like real-time voice interpretation, these updates showcase Microsoft’s commitment to innovation and improving the user experience.
Here’s a closer look at some of the key updates transforming the Teams platform
Copilot Now Accessible to More Users
One of the standout updates is the enhanced accessibility of Microsoft 365 Copilot. Copilot, which harnesses AI to deliver instant support, suggestions, and summaries, is now available to everyone directly from the Teams Chat list—even for users without a Microsoft 365 Copilot license. This pivotal change ensures that all users can explore Copilot’s capabilities with ease.
Copilot Chat is now pinned at the top of the Teams Chat list, simplifying how you engage with it amid everyday conversations. Whether drafting a response, summarizing key points, or brainstorming ideas, Copilot is conveniently one click away.
Interpreter for Real-Time Voice Translation
Breaking down language barriers has never been easier with the general availability of Interpreter. This revolutionary feature offers real-time voice transcription and language interpretation in nine languages, including Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Spanish, and more.
What makes Interpreter truly unique is its ability to simulate the speaker’s voice, creating a seamless multilingual communication experience that feels natural. Whether you’re collaborating across global teams or hosting international meetings, everyone can participate fully in the language of their choice.
Interpreter works across all platforms, including desktop, web browsers, and mobile devices. With two hours of interpretation included per user each month for those with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license, this feature is set to redefine how Teams connects people around the world.
Emoji-Triggered Workflows for Streamlined Processes
Small changes can have a significant impact, and the introduction of emoji-triggered workflows is a prime example. With this new capability, Teams users can link emoji reactions to automated actions within workflows.
For instance, a thumbs-up emoji on a task message could trigger a workflow that forwards the task to another team member or marks it as completed. This integration eliminates redundant steps, speeds up processes, and ensures nothing gets overlooked in a busy workday. Teams’ Workflow app provides various templates to help you implement these automations.
Enhancements to Search and Sharing
Finding what you need in Teams is now faster thanks to enhancements in search functionality. The platform now offers app and agent suggestions in addition to teammates when you start typing in the search bar. For example, typing “Fac” may surface “Facilitator agent” alongside other related results, accelerating your workflow.
Additionally, sharing apps and agents in Teams has become more efficient. You can now right-click directly on app or agent icons to share them without navigating to the app store. These time-saving updates ensure seamless collaboration across your team.
Tailored Improvements for Teams Phone
Microsoft Teams Phone also sees impactful updates this month, adding versatility to communication both during and between calls.
Use Copilot Without Transcription or Recording
Privacy-conscious users can now leverage Copilot during calls without turning on transcription or recording. Admins can enable this option, allowing Copilot to capture key points, decisions, and next steps without leaving an audio record.
Suggested Prompts for Seamless Summaries
Users on Teams Phone devices now benefit from suggested Copilot prompts. With just a tap, these prompts help generate meeting notes, summarize action items, or highlight key conversation takeaways.
Smarter Call Transfers
Call transfers are now faster and more intuitive with the aid of suggested contacts. Teams Phone devices intelligently surface potential transfer contacts based on their relevance to the call, eliminating guesswork and expediting the transfer process.
New Personalization Options
From setting custom ringtones for specific lines to selecting and muting external audio or video devices on iPads, Teams Phone enhancements focus on giving users greater control over their call and meeting experience.
Advancements for Town Halls
Town halls in Microsoft Teams have received an array of upgrades to improve engagement and inclusivity for presenters and attendees alike.
- Raise Hands in Large Events
Attendees in large-scale events can now raise their hands, making Q&A sessions and interactive discussions more accessible.
- Ultra-Low Latency
To enhance the viewing experience, ultra-low latency allows attendees to stay in sync with presenters with minimal delay.
- Polls for Engagement
Polls are now available in town halls, enabling organizers to create quizzes, multiple-choice questions, and surveys to generate real-time feedback.
- Enhanced Admin Controls
Administrators can now restrict event access more precisely with the new TownhallEventAccessType policy, ensuring only the right audience joins large-scale meetings.
Further Innovations in Meeting and Collaboration
Microsoft Teams is also introducing several updates to improve productivity and collaboration across various scenarios.
- New Chat and Channels for Education
Education users now have access to a streamlined chat and channels experience, making it easier to organize conversations and content for effective learning environments.
- Emoji Search
Finding the right emoji to express yourself just got easier. Type a keyword in the emoji menu, and see results from both standard and custom options.
- Sign Language Mode
For Deaf and hard-of-hearing participants, Teams now offers enhanced sign language support with features like auto-elevating signers to active speaker roles and improvements in video visibility and quality.
- Slide Control for Presenters
Co-presenters in meetings and webinars can now share control of slides, enabling seamless transitions and collaboration during presentations.
A Platform That Keeps Growing
Microsoft Teams continues to develop features that prioritize ease of use, accessibility, and productivity. From AI-powered tools like Copilot and Interpreter to subtle updates that improve workflows and enhance inclusivity, Microsoft is proving its commitment to empowering users—both individuals and organizations.
If you haven’t tried these new tools yet, now is the time! Whether you’re optimizing your daily routine or unlocking global collaboration, these new updates deliver impactful innovations for every Teams user.
Microsoft Teams continues to evolve, enriching how we connect and work together.
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