What’s new in the all-new Teams?

If you’re still using the classic version of Microsoft Teams, it’s time to upgrade. The all-new Teams is faster, more flexible, and more powerful than ever before.

What’s new?

Here are just a few of the new features and improvements you can expect in the all-new Teams:

  • Speed and performance: The new version is twice as fast as the classic version, and it uses up to 50% less memory and disk space.
  • Third-party app integration: Teams now plays better with third-party apps, so you can easily integrate your favorite tools into your workflow.
  • Phone calling:  It is easier than ever to call phones outside of Teams, with support for PSTN calling and call queues.
  • Meeting speed: Teams gets you into meetings quicker than you can say “not another meeting.”
  • User interface: The new version has a simplified and more user-friendly interface, with features like a “mark all as read” button for activity.
  • AI assistance: Welcome Copilot, an AI assistant that can summarize key points from your chats and calls.

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Benefits of the all-new Teams

The all-new Teams offers a number of benefits to users, including:

  • Increased productivity: It is designed to help you be more productive, with features like Copilot and a simplified user interface.
  • Improved collaboration: the new version makes it easy to collaborate with colleagues on projects, even if they’re not in the same location.
  • Reduced costs: Teams can help you reduce costs by integrating your favorite tools and eliminating the need for multiple subscriptions.

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How to switch to the all-new Teams

If you’re ready to switch to the all-new Teams, it’s easy to do. Just look for the “try the new Teams” button in the top left corner of your Teams app. If you see the button, then you can flick the switch and try out the new version.

Conclusion: Time to upgrade.

The all-new Teams is the collaboration tool you need to succeed. With its faster speed, more flexible features, and AI-powered assistance, Teams can help you be more productive, improve collaboration, and reduce costs.

If you need help with Teams for your business, get in touch.

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