M365 Changelog: Microsoft Stream (built on SharePoint): Updated Web player for video

MC261352 – The web player for audio & video files that are stored in OneDrive and SharePoint (including when those files are embedded in Teams, Yammer, and SharePoint web parts) is being updated with a new user look and feel and adheres to greater levels of accessibility for keyboard navigation and screen readers.

When this will happen:

Microsoft expects the rollout of this new feature to begin in late June and expect the full rollout to be completed for all environments by late August.

Note: Some users may see this feature before other users within your organization.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 82039

How this affects your organization:

Users will see and interact with the new player for all OneDrive for Business and SharePoint video and audio files.

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New version of ODSP player.

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Previous version of ODSP player.

What you need to do to prepare:

No specific preparation required. You might want to notify your users about this updated design and update any training or documentation as needed.