check before: 2026-01-01
Product:
Teams
Platform:
Mac, Online, US Instances, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
Feature update, User impact
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Details:
Summary:
Microsoft Teams on macOS will automatically install and update Network Device Interface (NDI) binaries starting January 2026, enabling seamless broadcasting of audio and video streams without manual setup. This feature is enabled by default, affects all macOS users, and requires no admin or user action.
Details:
[Introduction]
We're introducing automatic installation and updates for the Network Device Interface (NDI) in Microsoft Teams on macOS devices. NDI allows organizations to broadcast audio and video streams from Teams meetings to local networks, enabling advanced production scenarios such as live streaming or integrating with professional video systems. This enhancement eliminates manual steps, making it easier to use NDI in Teams.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCCH, DoD): Rollout will begin early January 2026 and is expected to complete by mid-January 2026.
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Release Phase:
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Created:
2025-12-05
updated:
2025-12-05
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Direct effects for Operations**
Automatic NDI Binaries Update
The automatic update of NDI binaries may lead to unexpected compatibility issues with existing software or hardware setups, potentially disrupting user workflows and causing frustration.
- roles: IT Support, End Users
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-teams-blog/announcing-the-automatic-installation-and-update-of-network/ba-p/3701230
User Experience with NDI Broadcasting
Users may experience a learning curve or confusion regarding the new broadcasting capabilities, leading to potential misuse or underutilization of the feature, impacting overall productivity.
- roles: Content Creators, Event Coordinators
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-teams-blog/announcing-the-automatic-installation-and-update-of-network/ba-p/3701230
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