MC1188221 – M365 Change Digest

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Interpreter agent for real-time multi-language translation is rolling out to Teams Rooms on Windows with Pro licenses, starting early January 2026 and completing by late January 2026.

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516571

Summary

The Interpreter agent in Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows with a Teams Rooms Pro license enables real-time interpretation in nine languages, offering simulated or automated voice options. Rolling out worldwide from January 2026, it includes 20 hours of interpretation monthly per room, with tenant controls for enabling and voice settings.

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TeamsAndSurfaceDevices

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Updated November 25, 2025: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.

[Introduction]

The Interpreter agent is now available in Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows for devices with a Teams Rooms Pro license. This feature enables real-time interpretation in up to nine languages, allowing participants to speak and listen in their preferred language. It also offers an option to simulate a participant’s personal voice for a more inclusive experience. No additional Copilot license is required.

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This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 516571.

[When this will happen:]

General Availability (Worldwide): Rolling out early January 2026 (previously mid-December 2025), expected completion by late January 2026 (previously mid-January).

[How this will affect your organization:]

Who is affected: Organizations using Teams Rooms on Windows with Teams Rooms Pro licensing.

What will happen:

Users can turn on Interpreter during a meeting:
- Go to More > Turn on Interpreter, then select the language and voice option.
Supported languages: Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish.
Voice representation options: Simulated my voice (default) or Automated voice.
Privacy: Voice samples or biometric data are never stored; original audio is analyzed in real time and not retained.
Interpretation is simultaneous and may introduce a short delay; accuracy and latency improvements are ongoing.
Tenant settings:
- Interpreter is enabled by default. Admins can control whether the organization can use Interpreter and set the default voice option.
- No device-level setting in the Pro Management Portal (PMP).
Licensing: 20 hours of interpretation included per room account per month with a Teams Rooms Pro license. Access beyond included hours is subject to available capacity.

Learn more: Manage Interpreter agent for your organization - Microsoft Teams | Microsoft Learn

[What you need to do to prepare:]

Ensure room accounts have a Teams Rooms Pro license.
Review tenant settings:
- Confirm Interpreter is enabled (default).
- Set the preferred default voice option in your tenant.
Communicate this change to helpdesk and support teams.
Update internal documentation to reflect the new functionality.

[Compliance considerations:]

No compliance considerations identified; review as appropriate for your organization.

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