check before: 2026-07-01
Product:
OneDrive, SharePoint
Platform:
Online, US Instances, Web, World tenant
Status:
Change type:
User impact, Retirement
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Details:
Summary:
Microsoft will retire the noise suppression option for video playback in OneDrive and SharePoint between July and August 2026. This change affects only the playback experience; video files remain unchanged. No admin action is required, though updating documentation and notifying helpdesk is recommended.
Details:
[Introduction]
To streamline the video playback experience on OneDrive and SharePoint, Microsoft is retiring the noise suppression capability for video playback. Based on usage data and our ongoing efforts to simplify and optimize video experiences, this change removes a low-usage playback option while keeping core video and audio functionality unchanged.
[When this will happen:]
Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, and DoD: Retirement will begin in early July 2026 and complete by early August 2026
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Created:
2026-04-07
updated:
2026-04-07
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Direct effects for Operations**
Loss of Noise Suppression Feature
Users will no longer have the option to suppress background noise during video playback, potentially affecting the clarity of audio in noisy environments.
- roles: End Users, Helpdesk Staff
- references: https://aka.ms/noisesuppressionretirement
User Experience Degradation
The removal of the noise suppression feature may lead to a less satisfactory video playback experience for users in environments with background noise.
- roles: End Users, Content Creators
- references: https://aka.ms/noisesuppressionretirement
Increased Helpdesk Queries
Users may contact helpdesk for support regarding the absence of the noise suppression feature, leading to increased workload for support staff.
- roles: Helpdesk Staff, IT Support
- references: https://aka.ms/noisesuppressionretirement
Need for Documentation Updates
Internal documentation and training materials referencing the noise suppression feature will need to be updated, requiring time and resources.
- roles: IT Administrators, Training Coordinators
- references: https://aka.ms/noisesuppressionretirement
Potential User Frustration
Users accustomed to the noise suppression feature may experience frustration or dissatisfaction with the change, impacting overall user morale.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://aka.ms/noisesuppressionretirement
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