Hey there, Teams enthusiasts! We’ve got some fantastic news that will take your meeting experience to the next level. Starting late August 2024, Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows will support Breakout Rooms as participants! 🎉

What Does This Mean for You?

Imagine this: You’re in a large meeting, and the organizer decides to use Breakout Rooms for more focused discussions. Previously, if you were joining from a Teams Room on Windows, you couldn’t participate in these Breakout Rooms. But that’s all about to change!

With this new update, Teams Rooms on Windows can be assigned to any Breakout Room just like individual participants. This means more dynamic and interactive meetings for everyone involved. 🌟

Key Features of the Update

Here’s a quick rundown of what you can expect:

• Automatic Assignment: Teams Rooms can be automatically moved into a Breakout Room based on the organizer’s settings.
• Flexibility: Participants in Teams Rooms can return to the main meeting, be reassigned to different Breakout Rooms, and receive announcements from the organizer.
• Seamless Integration: This feature will be on by default and accessible to all Teams Rooms for Windows users.

Rollout Schedule

Mark your calendars! Here’s when you can expect this exciting feature to roll out:

• Worldwide, GCC, GCC High: Late August to mid-September 2024
• GCC: Mid-September to early October 2024
• GCC High: Early October to early November 2024

Before and After the Rollout

Before: Teams Rooms couldn’t join Breakout Rooms, limiting the interactive experience for participants joining through these rooms.

After: Full participation in Breakout Rooms, just like individual attendees! 🙌 Meeting organizers can manage Teams Rooms in the same way they manage individual participants.

What You Need to Do

The best part? This rollout will happen automatically by the specified date with no admin action required. However, you might want to notify your users about this change and update any relevant documentation to ensure a smooth transition.

Why This Matters

This update is a game-changer for organizations that rely on Teams Rooms for their meetings. It enhances collaboration and ensures that everyone, regardless of how they join the meeting, can fully participate in Breakout Rooms. This is especially beneficial for large organizations and educational institutions where Breakout Rooms are frequently used for group discussions and activities.

Stay Tuned for More Updates!

Stay tuned for more news and updates on how Microsoft Teams is evolving to meet your needs.

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Feel free to share your thoughts and experiences with this new feature in the comments below. Let’s keep the conversation going! 😊

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