check before: 2025-11-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 Copilot
Platform:
Online, Web, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
Admin impact, New feature, Updated message, User impact
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Summary:
Microsoft 365 Copilot will enable real-time voice interactions in podcasts, allowing users to ask questions and engage conversationally with audio content. This feature, initially for en-US, rolls out globally from March to April 2026, is on by default for eligible users, and requires no admin action.
Details:
Updated February 17, 2026: We have updated the timeline. This feature will be enabled for en-US only initially. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction:]
Audio summaries help users absorb content quickly, but they've traditionally been passive, one-way experiences. Listeners can't clarify, explore, or dive deeper without breaking flow - forcing them to pause, switch modes, and manually search for answers. Based on feedback for more dynamic and immersive audio experiences, Microsoft is introducing real-time voice interactions in Podcast. The new interactive podcast feature transforms this into a dynamic, conversational experience, where users can join the hosts' discussion of their document, ask questions in real time, and uncover insights naturally - staying immersed while gaining understanding faster.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 523206.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early March 2026 (previously early February) and is expected to complete by early April 2026 (previously early March).
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Created:
2025-11-05
updated:
2026-02-18
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft is introducing a new feature in Microsoft 365 Copilot that allows users to interact with podcasts by asking questions and receiving real-time answers, enhancing the listening experience, and this feature will be available globally from March to April 2026 for users with Copilot licenses.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Disruption
If the feature is rolled out without preparation, users may experience confusion or frustration due to unexpected changes in how they interact with podcasts, leading to a potential decline in user satisfaction and engagement.
- roles: End Users, Helpdesk Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=523206
Increased Support Requests
The introduction of real-time voice interactions may lead to an influx of support requests from users unfamiliar with the new feature, overwhelming helpdesk resources and impacting response times.
- roles: Helpdesk Staff, IT Support
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=523206
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-02-18 | MC Last Updated | 01/22/2026 19:36:27 | 2026-02-17T18:45:43Z |
| 2026-02-18 | MC Messages | Updated January 22, 2026: We have updated the timeline. This feature will be enabled for en-US only initially. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction:] Audio summaries help users absorb content quickly, but they've traditionally been passive, one-way experiences. Listeners can't clarify, explore, or dive deeper without breaking flow - forcing them to pause, switch modes, and manually search for answers. Based on feedback for more dynamic and immersive audio experiences, Microsoft is introducing real-time voice interactions in Podcast. The new interactive podcast feature transforms this into a dynamic, conversational experience, where users can join the hosts' discussion of their document, ask questions in real time, and uncover insights naturally - staying immersed while gaining understanding faster. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 523206. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early February 2026 (previously early January) and is expected to complete by early March 2026 (previously end of January). | Updated February 17, 2026: We have updated the timeline. This feature will be enabled for en-US only initially. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction:] Audio summaries help users absorb content quickly, but they've traditionally been passive, one-way experiences. Listeners can't clarify, explore, or dive deeper without breaking flow - forcing them to pause, switch modes, and manually search for answers. Based on feedback for more dynamic and immersive audio experiences, Microsoft is introducing real-time voice interactions in Podcast. The new interactive podcast feature transforms this into a dynamic, conversational experience, where users can join the hosts' discussion of their document, ask questions in real time, and uncover insights naturally - staying immersed while gaining understanding faster. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 523206. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early March 2026 (previously early February) and is expected to complete by early April 2026 (previously early March). |
| 2026-02-18 | MC End Time | 04/06/2026 10:00:00 | 2026-05-11T10:00:00Z |
| 2026-02-18 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot will introduce real-time voice interactions in podcasts, enabling users to ask questions and engage conversationally with audio content. This feature, initially for en-US, rolls out globally from February to March 2026, is on by default, requires no admin action, and aims to enhance immersive audio experiences. | Microsoft 365 Copilot will enable real-time voice interactions in podcasts, allowing users to ask questions and engage conversationally with audio content. This feature, initially for en-US, rolls out globally from March to April 2026, is on by default for eligible users, and requires no admin action. |
| 2026-01-23 | MC Last Updated | 12/03/2025 19:30:21 | 2026-01-22T19:36:27Z |
| 2026-01-23 | MC Messages | Updated December 3, 2025: We have updated the timeline. This feature will be enabled for en-US only initially. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction:] Audio summaries help users absorb content quickly, but they've traditionally been passive, one-way experiences. Listeners can't clarify, explore, or dive deeper without breaking flow - forcing them to pause, switch modes, and manually search for answers. Based on feedback for more dynamic and immersive audio experiences, Microsoft is introducing real-time voice interactions in Podcast. The new interactive podcast feature transforms this into a dynamic, conversational experience, where users can join the hosts' discussion of their document, ask questions in real time, and uncover insights naturally - staying immersed while gaining understanding faster. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 523206. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early January 2026 (previously late November 2025) and is expected to complete by end of January 2026 (previously late December 2025). | Updated January 22, 2026: We have updated the timeline. This feature will be enabled for en-US only initially. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction:] Audio summaries help users absorb content quickly, but they've traditionally been passive, one-way experiences. Listeners can't clarify, explore, or dive deeper without breaking flow - forcing them to pause, switch modes, and manually search for answers. Based on feedback for more dynamic and immersive audio experiences, Microsoft is introducing real-time voice interactions in Podcast. The new interactive podcast feature transforms this into a dynamic, conversational experience, where users can join the hosts' discussion of their document, ask questions in real time, and uncover insights naturally - staying immersed while gaining understanding faster. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 523206. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early February 2026 (previously early January) and is expected to complete by early March 2026 (previously end of January). |
| 2026-01-23 | MC End Time | 03/02/2026 09:00:00 | 2026-04-06T10:00:00Z |
| 2026-01-23 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot will enable real-time voice interactions in podcasts starting January 2026 (en-US only initially). This feature allows users to engage in dynamic conversations, ask questions, and explore document-based audio content interactively. It will be on by default for eligible users with no admin action needed. | Microsoft 365 Copilot will introduce real-time voice interactions in podcasts, enabling users to ask questions and engage conversationally with audio content. This feature, initially for en-US, rolls out globally from February to March 2026, is on by default, requires no admin action, and aims to enhance immersive audio experiences. |
| 2025-12-04 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact, Admin impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact, Admin impact |
| 2025-12-04 | MC Summary | Microsoft 365 Copilot will introduce real-time voice interactions in Podcast, enabling users to engage in dynamic, conversational audio experiences by asking questions during document-based podcasts. This feature, rolling out worldwide from late November to December 2025, will be on by default for eligible users with no admin action needed. | Microsoft 365 Copilot will enable real-time voice interactions in podcasts starting January 2026 (en-US only initially). This feature allows users to engage in dynamic conversations, ask questions, and explore document-based audio content interactively. It will be on by default for eligible users with no admin action needed. |
| 2025-12-04 | MC Last Updated | 11/05/2025 01:20:18 | 2025-12-03T19:30:21Z |
| 2025-12-04 | MC Messages | [Introduction:]
Audio summaries help users absorb content quickly, but they've traditionally been passive, one-way experiences. Listeners can't clarify, explore, or dive deeper without breaking flow - forcing them to pause, switch modes, and manually search for answers. Based on feedback for more dynamic and immersive audio experiences, Microsoft is introducing real-time voice interactions in Podcast. The new interactive podcast feature transforms this into a dynamic, conversational experience, where users can join the hosts' discussion of their document, ask questions in real time, and uncover insights naturally - staying immersed while gaining understanding faster. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 523206. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in late November 2025 and is expected to complete by late December 2025. | Updated December 3, 2025: We have updated the timeline. This feature will be enabled for en-US only initially. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction:] Audio summaries help users absorb content quickly, but they've traditionally been passive, one-way experiences. Listeners can't clarify, explore, or dive deeper without breaking flow - forcing them to pause, switch modes, and manually search for answers. Based on feedback for more dynamic and immersive audio experiences, Microsoft is introducing real-time voice interactions in Podcast. The new interactive podcast feature transforms this into a dynamic, conversational experience, where users can join the hosts' discussion of their document, ask questions in real time, and uncover insights naturally - staying immersed while gaining understanding faster. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 523206. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early January 2026 (previously late November 2025) and is expected to complete by end of January 2026 (previously late December 2025). |
| 2025-12-04 | MC Title | Microsoft 365 Copilot: Podcast voice interactions make audio experiences conversational | (Updated) Microsoft 365 Copilot: Podcast voice interactions make audio experiences conversational |
| 2025-12-04 | MC End Time | 02/01/2026 09:00:00 | 2026-03-02T09:00:00Z |
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