M365 Changelog: (Updated) Microsoft Teams – Default Meeting Layout Controls for Teams Rooms on Android

MC552782 – Updated June 7, 2023: Microsoft has updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.

Microsoft Teams Rooms on Android IT admins can choose the default meeting layout. When a meeting begins, room users will see the default meeting layout. They can switch to other views using the view switcher during a meeting.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 121663

When this will happen:

Microsoft will begin rolling out in late-June (previously mid-June) and expect to complete by late-July (previously mid-July).

Note: There can be a delay between when features are released by Microsoft and when they become available on a device make and model. If an update isn’t available on your device, check with your device manufacturer for information on the availability timeline. 

How this will affect your organization:

IT admins can choose the default meeting layout by selecting Content only and Content + Gallery when content sharing begins. Standard, Premium, and Pro customers can also choose Front Row as the default layout. 

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What you need to do to prepare:

Please plan on updating all Microsoft Teams Rooms on Android in your tenant to the latest version through the Teams Admin Center. Once devices are updated, you can control new functionalities through the device settings and notify your users about these new capabilities and update your training and documentation as appropriate.