Microsoft Teams Chat & Collaboration: What's New at Microsoft Ignite 2025

Ignite 2025 introduced significant enhancements to Microsoft Teams Chat & Collaboration. With a unified Copilot experience, smarter collaboration spaces, and improved external sharing, Teams continues to strengthen its position as the central hub for teamwork.

A Unified Copilot Experience Across Teams

Microsoft has aligned the Copilot experience across:

• Chats
• Channels
• Meetings

This means Copilot now responds consistently regardless of context — delivering:

• Smart message rewrites
• Context-aware summaries
• Conversation insights
• Suggested next steps

Teams Mode for Microsoft 365 Copilot

One of the biggest updates is Teams Mode, enabling collaborative AI in group chats.

Microsoft Teams Devices: What's New at Microsoft Ignite 2025

Microsoft Ignite 2025 introduced a new wave of Teams-certified devices built for hybrid work, frontline mobility, and high-quality collaboration spaces. From rugged Teams Phones to advanced videobars and hot-desking docks, this year’s lineup expands what organisations can deploy across their digital workplace.

Yealink MP66W – Wi-Fi Teams Phone

A rugged, Wi-Fi-enabled Teams Phone designed for mobile and frontline workers.

Key features:

• Full Wi-Fi mobility
• Durable housing
• Long-lasting battery
• AI-powered noise cancellation
• Dedicated emergency alert button

This device is ideal for warehouses, logistics, healthcare, and field operations.