Microsoft Teams: Live transcription in Teams Rooms on Android [MC1249432]

Microsoft Teams: Live transcription in Teams Rooms on Android [MC1249432]

Message ID: MC1249432

[Introduction]

We’re adding live transcription capabilities to Microsoft Teams Rooms on Android. This update allows room participants to view real-time transcription—including speaker attribution and timestamps—directly on the device. If configured, translated transcripts can also display on the front-of-room screen. This enhancement supports accessibility, hybrid collaboration, and meeting clarity. A Teams Rooms Pro license is required.

This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 555234.

[When this will happen]

  • General Availability (Worldwide and GCCH): Rollout begins in late April 2026 and completes in late May 2026.

[How this affects your organization]

Who is affected

  • Organizations using Teams Rooms on Android devices
  • Only customers with Teams Rooms Pro licenses will receive this feature

What will happen

  • Users can start transcription from the room console via More > Record and transcribe or Transcribe (based on tenant settings).
  • When transcription begins, room users will be prompted to confirm the meeting’s spoken language.
  • Participants will see a notification that transcription is active, including a link to privacy details at aka.ms/privacy:

     user settings

  • Icons will update based on activity:
    • Transcription icon appears when only transcription is running.
    • Recording icon appears when the meeting is being recorded (with or without transcription).
  • If translation is enabled, both original and translated transcripts will display on the front-of-room screen (original on top, translation below).
  • Devices without a Teams Rooms Pro license will not receive this capability.
  • This feature is on by default for licensed devices and respects existing admin policies.

[What you can do to prepare]

No action is required to enable this feature.

Recommended steps:

  • Confirm that impacted Teams Rooms on Android devices are assigned Teams Rooms Pro licenses.
  • Review your meeting transcription settings in the Teams admin center if you want to allow/block transcription for users and resource accounts.
  • Notify helpdesk or support teams as needed.
  • Update internal guidance for meeting room usage to reflect new transcription options.

Learn more: Admins- Manage transcription and captions for Teams meetings | Microsoft Teams | Microsoft Learn

[Compliance considerations]

No compliance considerations identified. Review as appropriate for your organization.

Source: Microsoft

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