Microsoft Teams continues to be one of the company’s most widely used platforms in the business world, serving as a central hub for communication and collaboration. It supports both individual and group chats, helping teams stay organized and connected.
Given its importance, Teams is available across multiple operating systems. However, keeping track of updates across platforms can sometimes be tricky. Fortunately, Microsoft has released a detailed list of the new features and improvements coming to Teams starting in April 2025, making it easier for users to stay informed.
Microsoft Teams Rolls Out April 2025 Update: What’s New?
Thanks to a report from the team at Central Windows, we now have a full look at the latest Microsoft Teams update that rolled out in April 2025. While some of these changes were previously available to select users, they’re now being released to everyone on the platform.
In line with Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to transparency, the company has shared a monthly update that outlines all the features, improvements, and fixes introduced in this latest version of Teams. Among the most noteworthy additions is deeper OneDrive integration, which now remembers where you left off in your last session—a small but meaningful quality-of-life improvement.
Chat & Communication Improvements
Since Teams is primarily a collaboration tool, it’s no surprise that many of the updates focus on messaging and group communication:
- Smoother OneDrive navigation within Teams.
- Improved Microsoft Lists links inside chat messages.
- Tag filters added to the Activity tab, helping users track mentions.
- Users can now forward messages that include app cards.
- On macOS, it’s now possible to choose where downloads are saved.
Updates for Meetings & Webinars
Teams continues to strengthen its functionality for virtual meetings and online events. New features in this area include:
- Custom branding options for meetings, configurable by IT administrators.
- Chat control settings now allow admins to disable messages before or after meetings.
- Users can now edit their display names during meetings.
- A meeting start notification can be triggered once attendance is confirmed.
- Google Workspace calendar sync is now supported.
- Admins can manage Q&A sessions, including posting and replying directly.
Enhancements for Calling & Workspace Features
On the telephony and workspace management front, several notable upgrades have been introduced:
- Introduction of a queue system for calls.
- Improved number migration from local Direct Routing setups to online systems.
- Fixes for SIP Ladder call routing issues.
- Ability to reserve individual desks when connecting a device.
- Live transcription and subtitle translation features now available in Windows.
Security and Admin Controls
Security and customization are also receiving attention in this release:
- Confidentiality settings for meetings, either auto-adjusted or set manually by admins.
- Anti-phishing protections against impersonation attacks.
- Background customization, including blur, preset images, or user-uploaded visuals.
- Screenshot protection to secure sensitive visuals.
- Location sharing control within Teams.
- New tools to monitor Teams client updates via the Admin Center.
