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This new Microsoft Teams feature will mean an end to unwanted calls — but you'll probably never get it
Techradar
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1y ago
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Microsoft Teams is introducing a new feature called "private line" to enhance privacy during calls and meetings. Users will now have a private phone number that they can share with selected contacts to receive direct and private calls, bypassing assistants or delegates. Calls to the private line will have a unique notification and ringtone to distinguish them from regular calls. Initially available for Microsoft Teams desktop users on Windows, the feature aims to accommodate executives and leaders who often need uninterrupted communication during busy schedules. Microsoft is continuously improving Teams to provide a more convenient user experience.
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Your AirPods could soon be the most unexpectedly useful accessory for a Microsoft Teams call — and even save your job
Techradar
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1y ago
Medial
Microsoft Teams is set to introduce a feature that allows Apple AirPods users to directly control muting and unmuting their microphones during video calls. The update aims to enhance the compatibility between Microsoft Teams and AirPods, with support available for Mac models running macOS Sonoma. The rollout is scheduled for March 2024. This addition follows recent measures by Microsoft Teams to address audio concerns, including a taskbar feature for muting and unmuting audio and the ability to hide certain channels within the platform.
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Skype's final call set for May as Microsoft prioritises Teams
Economic Times
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5m ago
Medial
Microsoft is set to retire Skype by May to focus on its Teams service, marking an end to Skype's two-decade presence in global communications. Launched in 2003, Skype revolutionized cross-border communication with affordable audio and video calls but struggled against newer, more reliable platforms like Zoom and Slack. Acquired by Microsoft in 2011, Skype usage dwindled significantly. Users can transition to Teams with existing credentials, ushering in a new chapter of Microsoft's communication strategy.
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Microsoft Teams is getting smarter Copilot AI features
The Verge
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1y ago
Medial
Microsoft Teams is enhancing its AI-powered Copilot feature to provide new functionalities in meeting chats, summaries, and more. Copilot can already summarize Teams meetings, but it will soon combine spoken transcripts and written chats into a single view. Additionally, users will be able to rewrite messages in different ways, and Copilot will generate new messages based on the context of the chat. Teams will introduce intelligent call recaps for traditional phone calls with notes and follow-up actions. Microsoft is also launching hybrid meeting features, including automatic camera switching and speaker recognition in Teams Rooms.
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Skype shutdown: Microsoft's billion-dollar bet fails to keep pace
Economic Times
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5m ago
Medial
Microsoft will retire Skype by May 2025, ending a service that once dominated online communication. Launched in 2003, Skype gained traction with free voice calls, but struggled to adapt in the smartphone era. Microsoft acquired Skype in 2011, but prioritized Teams during the remote work boom. Teams will now be the primary communication tool as Skype is phased out, with accounts and chats migrating to Teams. Social media users shared mixed reactions to Skype’s shutdown.
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Microsoft launches Copilot Chat for businesses to boost AI adoption
Economic Times
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6m ago
Medial
Microsoft has launched Copilot Chat, a free chat service for businesses, utilizing OpenAI's GPT-4 for tasks like market research and document writing. Users can create AI agents using simple instructions, but features like transcribing Teams calls and creating PowerPoint slides require a subscription. Microsoft is focusing on increasing AI adoption amid heavy investments, addressing previous concerns about Copilot’s uptake, and exploring monetization through autonomous agents requiring minimal human intervention.
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Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, and more are coming to Apple’s Vision Pro at launch
The Verge
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1y ago
Medial
Microsoft is set to bring its suite of Microsoft 365 apps, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Loop, and Microsoft Teams, to Apple's Vision Pro headset. Along with these apps, a version of Copilot with AI capabilities will also be available, allowing users to create drafts, summarize documents, and generate PowerPoint presentations using voice commands. While Microsoft Teams on the Vision Pro will support Apple's "persona" feature and offer features like emoji reactions and chat participation, Microsoft Mesh integration won't be available at launch.
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Microsoft to roll out Teams app on Google's Android Auto next month
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Microsoft is set to launch a Teams app for Google's Android Auto platform next month. The app will enable users to make calls, join meetings, and send messages while driving, all through voice commands or the car's touchscreen. This move aims to enhance productivity and collaboration on the road, as the app can seamlessly integrate with other Microsoft 365 services and allow users to access shared documents and calendars.
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What the arrival of AI phones and computers means for our data
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Apple, Microsoft, and Google are focusing on developing artificially intelligent smartphones and computers. This shift requires users to provide more data as these devices need access to a larger range of information to automate tasks. Companies are introducing new services, such as Apple Intelligence, which allow devices to remove unwanted objects from photos, create article summaries, and write responses. Microsoft is launching AI laptops with features like Recall, which allows users to search for past documents and emails by taking regular screenshots. Google has also introduced AI-powered tools, including a scam detector for phone calls. However, privacy concerns arise as more of our personal data is processed on cloud servers, potentially accessible by others.
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Microsoft breached antitrust rules by bundling Teams with office software, European Union says
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Microsoft has been accused by the European Union of violating antitrust rules by bundling its Teams messaging and video conferencing app with its business software. The European Commission believes that Microsoft restricted competition by tying Teams to core office productivity applications and not giving customers a choice. The Commission is concerned that this gives Teams an unfair advantage over competitors and inhibits innovation in the market. Microsoft has made some changes in response but the Commission says more needs to be done. The company could face a fine or be required to implement remedies. Rival company Slack has filed a complaint alleging that Microsoft abused its dominance.
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Truecaller gets AI backed spam-blocking feature. here's how it works
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Truecaller has introduced an AI-powered feature called 'Max' that blocks spam calls. The feature, available exclusively for Truecaller Premium users on Android, can identify and block calls that are not from approved contacts or are flagged as spam by the AI algorithm. The technology is expected to improve over time as more spam call data is collected. Truecaller's Vice President of Search, Kunal Dua, mentioned that there may be instances where legitimate businesses might get temporarily blocked. The Truecaller Premium subscription in India starts at ₹179 per month and goes up to ₹5,000 for the Gold tier.
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