MC1184648 – Viva Engage: Update storyline cover photos in Teams for iOS (archived)

Product:

Microsoft Viva, Microsoft Viva Engage, Teams, Windows

Platform:

Android, iOS, Mac, Online, Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

New feature, User impact

Links:

526783

Details:

Summary:
Users will soon be able to update their Viva Engage storyline cover photos directly from the Teams iOS app. This feature, already on other platforms, will roll out worldwide in early December 2025, is enabled by default, requires no admin action, and has no compliance concerns.

Details:
Viva Engage: Update storyline cover photos in Teams for iOS
We're adding more customization to your Viva Engage storyline in Microsoft Teams. Soon, you'll be able to update your storyline cover photo directly from the Teams iOS app. Storyline is a personal feed where users can share updates, insights, and experiences across their organization. This feature is already available on Teams for Android, Windows, Mac, and the web, and supports a consistent and personalized experience across platforms.
Screenshot 1: A user's cover photo, with options to Take a photo or Upload a picture.

This message is associated with Roadmap ID 526783.
When this will happen:
General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in early December 2025 and is expected to complete in early December 2025.

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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-11-11

updated:
2025-12-05

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summary for non-techies**

By early December 2025, Microsoft Teams will allow users to change their Viva Engage storyline cover photo directly from the iOS app, enabling quick updates to reflect current projects or moods without requiring IT department involvement or affecting compliance policies.

Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Disruption
Users may experience confusion or frustration if they are unaware of the new feature, leading to inconsistent use of storyline cover photos across platforms.
   - roles: End Users, Team Leaders
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?id=526783

Increased Support Requests
The introduction of the feature without prior preparation may lead to an increase in support requests from users needing assistance with the new functionality.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Agents
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?id=526783

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