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Microsoft Teams Update to New Version

Advisory: As of April 1, 2024, the new Teams client has been automatically installed for users who are still using classic Teams. Read more.

In early January 2024, Microsoft automatically updated the Microsoft Teams desktop application to new Teams. The new Microsoft Teams app was reimagined from the ground up for a faster, simpler, and more flexible experience.

There is no major impact to the user experience for new Teams. The transition will be seamless, and you'll be able to continue to use the features you're currently used to.

Benefits of the New Teams

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Faster

The new Teams app is up to twice as fast while consuming up to 50% fewer resources.

  • App launch: 2X faster
  • Join meetings: 2X faster
  • Switch chat and channels: 1.7X faster
  • Memory consumption: 50% less

Simpler

A simpler user experience that makes it easier to do more in fewer clicks.

  • Streamlined actions: Less clutter for notifications, search, and messages.
  • Personalized experiences: Threaded conversations and interactive emoji give users more expressive collaboration.
  • Simplified meetings: Meet app, meeting stage, and presenter views.

More Flexible

Seamless cross-tenant communication and collaboration across organizations with multiple tenants and multiple accounts.

  • Side-by-side cross-tenant collaboration: Seamlessly chat and meet with users inside and outside of your home tenant.
  • Improved people search: Identify the correct colleague with improved people search results across multiple tenants.
  • Improved collaboration across organizational boundaries: Users stay signed into multiple accounts simultaneously and receive real-time notifications.

As of April 1, 2024, the new Teams client has been automatically installed for users who are still using classic Teams. Those still using classic Teams should see the following banner every time they log in:

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the IT Service Desk – Coral Gables/Marine: 305-284-6565 or help@miami.edu; UHealth/MSOM: 305-243-5999 or help@med.miami.edu.

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