check before: 2026-01-13
Product:
Microsoft 365 Apps
Platform:
Online, World tenant
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Change type:
Feature update
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Details:
We've released updates to the following update channels for Microsoft 365 Apps:
Current Channel
Monthly Enterprise Channel
Semi-Annual Enterprise Channel
[When this will happen:]
We'll be gradually rolling out these updates of Microsoft 365 Apps to users on those update channels starting January 13th, 2026 (PST).
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Created:
2026-01-13
updated:
2026-01-13
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summary for non-techies**
Starting January 13th, 2026, Microsoft 365 Apps will receive updates across different channels—Current, Monthly Enterprise, and Semi-Annual Enterprise—similar to how streaming services update content, with options for automatic or manual updates and detailed release notes available online.
Direct effects for Operations**
Compatibility Issues
Users may experience compatibility issues with existing documents or applications if the updates introduce changes that are not backward compatible.
- roles: End Users, IT Support
- references: https://www.techrepublic.com/article/what-to-know-about-microsoft-365-updates-and-compatibility-issues/
User Experience Disruption
Unexpected changes in the user interface or functionality can lead to confusion and decreased productivity among users.
- roles: End Users, Training Coordinators
- references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2021/03/01/the-impact-of-software-updates-on-user-experience/
Performance Issues
New updates may introduce bugs or performance degradation, affecting the speed and responsiveness of applications.
- roles: End Users, System Administrators
- references: https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-365-users-report-performance-issues-after-latest-update/
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