Forms distribution and email notification feature
Do you ever create forms or polls for a sub-set of your colleagues, but find the process of setting it up a bit clunky? This new update is about to make...
Microsoft 365; introducing the Microsoft Feed
Details:The Microsoft Feed will provide a mix of relevant content from across Microsoft 365. It helps you discover and learn about people and content across Microsoft 365 relevant to you. The feed...
Want to delete your Copilot interaction history? Now you can, head to myaccount.microsoft.com
Join my next webinar on 27th February 2024 at 14:00 – 14:45 GMT: What can Microsoft Copilot do and how can I use it to drive efficiencies?
TL;DRYou can now delete your Copilot for...
Microsoft 365 apps: Set expiration available for all links when sharing
DetailsSet expiration date will let you set a date for a M365 link to expire. After that date, you will need to make a new link or reshare with people so they...
Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint web are getting new home pages
TL;DRMicrosoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint web are getting new URLs and “new streamlined and efficient “ home pages. Now due late April to mid-May 2025.
DetailsThe Microsoft 365 app launcher and the...
The Microsoft Office app is becoming the Microsoft 365 app
TL;DR:On 12th October 2022 Microsoft announced that the Office app for web (office.com), Windows, iOS, and Android will be rebranded to become the Microsoft 365 app. Between late 2022 and early...
Account switching for Microsoft 365 web apps
Do you need to access multiple Microsoft accounts in a browser? This change will eliminate the need to sign out, use an InPrivate window, or use a different browser.
TL;DRThis update brings...
Office.com is getting an exciting update
Many people start their digital day at Office.com, it gives you a great view across Microsoft 365 and it’s about to get even better! If using Office.com in this way is...
The Microsoft 365 app is now the Microsoft 365 Copilot app
TL;DRThe Microsoft 365 app will be renamed the Microsoft 365 Copilot app along with other changes. Due mid-January 2025.
DetailsThe following changes are coming to the Microsoft 365 app accessed at www.microsoft365.com:
The app will...
Updated Experience for Office Document Conflict Resolution in OneDrive Sync
Details:Microsoft: "We have updated the experience to resolve Office document conflicts in the OneDrive sync app.
Previously, clicking the “Resolve” action on a conflict would require the user to choose between opening...
Monthly active users for Microsoft 365 service changes
Are you responsible for keeping your organisation up to date with Microsoft 365 changes? This change will help you to better focus your effort.
Short version:The Microsoft Message Centre is where changes...
Switch to the new Groups experience in Outlook on the web
TL;DRAn optional new Groups experience is coming to Outlook on the web and new Outlook for Windows. The Groups Home page is described as a place to connect, communicate, and collaborate with...
Microsoft makes Copilot available to individuals and businesses of all sizes
Join my next webinar on 27th February 2024 at 14:00 – 14:45 GMT: What can Microsoft Copilot do and how can I use it to drive efficiencies?.
TL;DRMicrosoft made two big Copilot announcements on...
Updates to free Microsoft Copilot at work
TL;DRMicrosoft Copilot will be renamed Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat, along with other changes. Due mid-January 2025.
DetailsThis update is for Microsoft Copilot at work, Microsoft’s “existing ad-free, AI-powered chat service grounded in...
Microsoft 365 apps get new icons
DetailsMicrosoft are updating app icons across M365.
Apparently, “The newly designed Microsoft 365 icons reflect a strategic shift in Microsoft 365—unified, intuitive, and designed for flow across every canvas. As Copilot connects...
Left navigation customisation on Microsoft365.com
DetailsThis update will allow you to customise the apps on the left navigation on Microsoft365.com. The current set of default apps on the app bar will be removed and you will...
Number matching to be enabled for all Microsoft Authenticator users
Details:If you use the Microsoft Authenticator app to approve your work sign-ins to Microsoft 365 you are going to start being asked to select the number you see. This is to...
Intelligent Teams meeting recap in Microsoft 365 Feed
TL;DR:Microsoft is adding Intelligent Meeting Recap functionality to the new and already excellent Microsoft 365 Feed for regular Teams users and those using Teams Premium. Due from mid-May 2023.
DetailsUsers with/without Teams...
The Microsoft 365 app launcher is getting a rather nice makeover
TL;DRThe Microsoft 365 app launcher is getting a new look along with quick creation options. Due early April to late June 2024.
DetailsKey points and what’s included:
A new search bar for quickly...
Filters upgrade on Microsoft search
Microsoft search ‘out of the box’ filters "File Type" and "Last Modified" will soon be getting an upgrade. These filters are moving from the right panel to the top of the...
What’s new in Microsoft 365 and Copilot? June 2026
*Members only early access* Welcome to our sixth roundup of 2026. We review what was announced, released, and delayed across Microsoft 365 and Copilot...
