Short Version
Microsoft is introducing the ability to test your microphone and speakers before joining a Teams meeting. Due mid to late May 2026.
Details
Resolve your Teams audio issues before joining a meeting by selecting the new Test mic and speaker option on the meeting pre‑join screen (1):
Then record and play back a short audio clip to confirm that your microphone and speaker work correctly (2):
Availability
Due mid to late May 2026.
Source, related links, and references
MC1288530.
365 Roadmap ID 560074.
Image(s): Microsoft.
See what’s new in Teams.
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5th May 2026, and kept up to date.
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