MC1234663 Low
New device settings experience in Teams on the web
Summary AI-generated
Teams web users get a new, unified device settings panel for easier audio/video configuration during meetings; rollout is automatic and requires no admin action.
Suggested actions AI-generated
- Communicate changes to helpdesk
- Update training materials
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Original post from Microsoft
[Introduction]
We’re introducing an improved device settings experience in Microsoft Teams on the web, designed to make it easier for users to configure audio and video devices before or during meetings. This update consolidates speaker, microphone, and camera controls into a single, streamlined location.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCCH, DoD): Rolling out early February 2026 and completing by late February 2026.
[How this affects your organization:]
Who is affected:
All users accessing Microsoft Teams on the web.
What will happen:
- Users will see a new Device settings panel under Settings → Devices.
- Select preferred speaker and microphone.
- Place a test call to confirm audio configuration.
- Select a camera.
- Adjust video settings, including Mirror my video and Adjust brightness.
Additional details:
- The new device settings experience is on by default.
- No changes to existing admin policies or controls.
- No impact to current meeting workflows.
[What you can do to prepare:]
No admin action is required for this rollout.
Optional steps:
- Communicate these changes to helpdesk and support teams.
- Update internal training materials or user guidance.
[Compliance considerations:]
No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.
Additional details from Microsoft
- Summary
- Microsoft Teams on the web will introduce a streamlined device settings panel for audio and video configuration, rolling out globally in February 2026. It includes speaker, microphone, camera selection, test calls, and video adjustments. No admin action is needed, and existing policies and workflows remain unchanged.