check before: 2025-10-01
Product:
Intune
Platform:
iOS, US Instances, Web, World tenant
Status:
Launched
Change type:
Links:
Details:
WebSocket support for Tunnel enables secure, real-time communication for apps using WebSockets. It supports JavaScript WebSockets through web views but doesn't fully support iOS native APIs like NSWebSocket.
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2025-05-02
updated:
2025-10-02
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
WebSocket Support Implementation
Without proper preparation, the implementation of WebSocket support may lead to application compatibility issues, as existing apps may not be optimized for the new communication method, resulting in degraded performance or failures in real-time data exchange.
- roles: App Developers, IT Support Staff
- references: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/mem/intune/apps/websocket-support, https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/whats-new-in-intune-october-2023/
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User Experience Disruption
If the change is implemented without adequate user training and support, users may experience confusion or frustration due to unexpected behavior in applications that utilize WebSocket communication, leading to decreased productivity.
- roles: End Users, Help Desk Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/whats-new-in-intune-october-2023/, https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-intune-what-you-need-to-know
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IT Security**
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explanation for non-techies**
Imagine you're managing a team of remote workers, and you want to ensure they can communicate securely and in real-time, no matter where they are. This is similar to how apps need to communicate with servers or other apps in a secure and immediate way. Microsoft Intune's new feature, WebSocket support for Tunnel, is like giving these apps a secure phone line to talk through.
WebSockets are a technology that allows for a constant, two-way conversation between an app and a server. Think of it like a walkie-talkie that keeps the line open, so messages can be sent back and forth without having to hang up and redial each time. This is crucial for apps that need to update information in real-time, like a chat app or a live sports score app.
However, just like how some phones might not support certain features, WebSocket support in this context is currently more compatible with JavaScript WebSockets through web views, which are like apps that run inside a browser. It's not fully compatible with iOS native APIs, such as NSWebSocket, which are more like the built-in apps on your phone that don't need a browser to run.
This development is important for ensuring that apps can communicate securely and efficiently, especially in environments where security is a top priority, like government or defense sectors. By using Microsoft Intune's Tunnel with WebSocket support, organizations can ensure that their apps are using a secure channel for real-time communication, much like ensuring that your team is using a secure network for their calls and messages.
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-10-02 | RM Status | In development | Launched |
| 2025-07-24 | RM Release | July CY2025 | October CY2025 |
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