MC718553 – (Updated) Microsoft Teams: Change background while recording on phone

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check before: 2024-03-08

Product:

Teams

Platform:

iOS, US Instances, World tenant

Status:

Rolling out

Change type:

New feature, Updated message, User impact

Links:

380852

Details:

Summary:
Users can now change their background or blur it while recording on Microsoft Teams using iOS devices. The rollout will begin in early May 2024 and complete by late March 2025. No action is needed, but informing users and updating documentation is recommended.

Details:
Updated February 21, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late March 2025 (previously late January).

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Created:
2024-02-23

updated:
2025-02-22

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Disruption
Users may experience confusion or frustration if they are unaware of the new background change feature, leading to potential misuse or underutilization of the functionality during recordings.
   - roles: End Users, Team Leaders
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=380852

Documentation and Training Gaps
Without prior preparation and communication, existing documentation may not reflect the new feature, leading to inconsistent user experiences and increased support queries.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, Training Coordinators
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=380852

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DatePropertyoldnew
2025-02-22MC Last Updated01/23/2025 23:43:102025-02-21T19:06:35Z
2025-02-22MC MessagesUpdated January 21, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late January 2025 (previously late December).
Updated February 21, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late March 2025 (previously late January).
2025-02-22MC End Time03/03/2025 08:00:002025-05-05T09:00:00Z
2025-02-22MC SummaryMicrosoft Teams on iOS now allows users to change their background or blur it while recording. Rollout began in May 2024 and will complete by January 2025. No preparation is needed for this update, but informing users is recommended. Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852.Users can now change their background or blur it while recording on Microsoft Teams using iOS devices. The rollout will begin in early May 2024 and complete by late March 2025. No action is needed, but informing users and updating documentation is recommended.
2025-01-24MC End Time02/10/2025 08:00:002025-03-03T08:00:00Z
2025-01-24MC Last Updated01/21/2025 23:55:412025-01-23T23:43:10Z
2025-01-22MC MessagesUpdated December 20, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late December 2024 (previously ate November).
Updated January 21, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late January 2025 (previously late December).
2025-01-22MC Last Updated12/20/2024 23:40:452025-01-21T23:55:41Z
2025-01-22MC SummaryMicrosoft Teams now allows users to change their background or blur it while recording on iOS devices. The rollout will begin in May 2024 and is expected to complete by December 2024. No preparation is needed for this update. For details, see Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852.Microsoft Teams on iOS now allows users to change their background or blur it while recording. Rollout began in May 2024 and will complete by January 2025. No preparation is needed for this update, but informing users is recommended. Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852.
2024-12-21MC Last Updated11/09/2024 00:58:472024-12-20T23:40:45Z
2024-12-21MC MessagesUpdated November 7, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late November 2024 (previously early October).
Updated December 20, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late December 2024 (previously ate November).
2024-12-21MC End Time01/06/2025 08:00:002025-02-10T08:00:00Z
2024-12-21MC SummaryMicrosoft Teams on iOS now allows users to change their background to a chosen image or blur it during recording. Rollout began in May 2024 and will complete by November 2024. No preparation is needed for this update, but informing users may be beneficial. Roadmap ID 380852.Microsoft Teams now allows users to change their background or blur it while recording on iOS devices. The rollout will begin in May 2024 and is expected to complete by December 2024. No preparation is needed for this update. For details, see Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852.
2024-11-09MC Last Updated09/20/2024 01:09:002024-11-09T00:58:47Z
2024-11-09MC MessagesUpdated September 19, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late October 2024 (previously early September).
Updated November 7, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late November 2024 (previously early October).
2024-11-09MC End Time12/09/2024 08:00:002025-01-06T08:00:00Z
2024-11-09MC SummaryMicrosoft Teams now allows iOS users to change their background or blur it while recording. The feature rollout will start in early May 2024 and end by late October 2024. No preparation is needed for this update, but informing users is suggested.Microsoft Teams on iOS now allows users to change their background to a chosen image or blur it during recording. Rollout began in May 2024 and will complete by November 2024. No preparation is needed for this update, but informing users may be beneficial. Roadmap ID 380852.
2024-09-20MC Last Updated07/10/2024 16:16:462024-09-20T01:09:00Z
2024-09-20MC MessagesUpdated July 10, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by early September 2024 (previously mid-June).
Updated September 19, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late October 2024 (previously early September).
2024-09-20MC End Time10/21/2024 09:00:002024-12-09T08:00:00Z
2024-09-20MC SummaryMicrosoft Teams on iOS devices will allow users to change their background to any image or blur it while recording. The feature will be rolled out worldwide, GCC, GCC High, and DoD in late May 2024. No action is needed to prepare for this change.Microsoft Teams now allows iOS users to change their background or blur it while recording. The feature rollout will start in early May 2024 and end by late October 2024. No preparation is needed for this update, but informing users is suggested.
2024-08-08MC Feature RingStandard Release
2024-08-08MC Feature Status380852
All, InRollout, StandardRelease
iOS, InRollout, StandardRelease
Rolling out
2024-07-11MC Last Updated06/07/2024 01:03:412024-07-10T16:16:46Z
2024-07-11MC MessagesUpdated June 6, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Updated July 10, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by early September 2024 (previously mid-June).
2024-07-11MC End Time07/22/2024 09:00:002024-10-21T09:00:00Z
2024-06-07MC Last Updated03/27/2024 23:04:592024-06-07T01:03:41Z
2024-06-07MC MessagesUpdated March 27, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late May 2024 (previously late April).
Updated June 6, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
2024-06-07MC End Time07/01/2024 09:00:002024-07-22T09:00:00Z
2024-05-02MC Feature Status380852
All, Scheduled
iOS, Scheduled
380852
All, InRollout, StandardRelease
iOS, InRollout, StandardRelease
2024-03-28MC Last Updated03/15/2024 23:23:202024-03-27T23:04:59Z
2024-03-28MC MessagesUpdated March 15, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out late March 2024 (previously early March) and expect to complete by late April 2024 (previously late March).
Updated March 27, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out early May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete by late May 2024 (previously late April).
2024-03-28MC End Time06/03/2024 09:00:002024-07-01T09:00:00Z
2024-03-28MC SummaryMicrosoft Teams on iOS devices will allow users to change their background to any image or blur it while recording. The feature will be rolled out worldwide, GCC, GCC High, and DoD in late March 2024. No action is needed to prepare for this change.Microsoft Teams on iOS devices will allow users to change their background to any image or blur it while recording. The feature will be rolled out worldwide, GCC, GCC High, and DoD in late May 2024. No action is needed to prepare for this change.
2024-03-16MC MessageTagNamesNew feature, User impactUpdated message, New feature, User impact
2024-03-16MC SummaryMicrosoft Teams users on iOS devices can now change their background to any image or make it blurry while recording. The feature will be available from early March 2024 and no action is required to prepare for this change. To use this feature, users need to press and hold the camera icon next to the Compose box and then tap the blur icon to the right of the shutter button.Microsoft Teams on iOS devices will allow users to change their background to any image or blur it while recording. The feature will be rolled out worldwide, GCC, GCC High, and DoD in late March 2024. No action is needed to prepare for this change.
2024-03-16MC Last Updated02/23/2024 01:36:482024-03-15T23:23:20Z
2024-03-16MC MessagesUsers can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
We will begin rolling out early March 2024 and expect to complete by late March 2024.
Updated March 15, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Users can now record themselves anywhere and share it with coworkers in the Microsoft Teams chat or channel without worrying about the background. Users can now change their background to any image they want or make the background blurry while recording using their Microsoft Teams camera on iOS devices.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 380852
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High and DoD): We will begin rolling out late March 2024 (previously early March) and expect to complete by late April 2024 (previously late March).
2024-03-16MC TitleMicrosoft Teams: Change background while recording on phone(Updated) Microsoft Teams: Change background while recording on phone
2024-03-16MC End Time05/06/2024 09:00:002024-06-03T09:00:00Z

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