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:

Rolling out

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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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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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you have a personal bulletin board at work where you can pin up pictures, notes, and updates about your projects or achievements. This board is visible to your colleagues, and you want it to reflect your personality and current work focus. Now, think of the Viva Engage storyline in Microsoft Teams as a digital version of that bulletin board.

Currently, you can change the background or cover photo on this digital board using your computer or Android device. Soon, you'll be able to do the same directly from your iPhone using the Teams app. This means you can quickly update your cover photo to match your latest project or mood, even when you're on the go.

This new feature doesn't require any special setup or changes from your IT department, much like how you wouldn't need permission to change the pictures on your physical bulletin board. It's a straightforward update that lets you keep your digital presence in Teams as fresh and personalized as possible.

Just like updating your profile picture on social media, changing your storyline cover photo in Teams helps keep your colleagues informed and engaged with your work. This feature will be available to everyone using Teams on iOS by early December 2025, ensuring a consistent experience across all devices. There's no need to worry about compliance issues, as this update doesn't affect any existing policies.

In preparation, you might want to update any internal guides or training materials that mention how to customize your storyline, so everyone knows about this new capability. But rest assured, there's nothing else you need to do to start using this feature once it becomes available.