To improve meeting flexibility and user experience, Microsoft Teams now allows users on iPad to select external audio and video devices directly from the pre-join screen and during meetings. This enhancement supports users who rely on external peripherals for improved meeting quality and simplifies device switching without needing to access native iPad settings.
[When this will happen:]
- General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout began in mid-August 2025 and completed in early September 2025.
[How this will affect your organization:]
Who is affected: All users who join Microsoft Teams meetings using iPads.
What will happen:
- Users will see new options to select external microphones, speakers, and cameras in the pre-join and in-meeting experience.
- This feature is enabled by default; no admin configuration is required.
- Existing device settings and policies remain unchanged.
Screenshot 1 - View of pre-join screen with Audio on:
Screenshot 2 - View of pre-join screen with camera settings:
Screenshot 3 - View of pre-join screen with video device connected:
Screenshot 4 - View of meeting screen with external video device connected:
Screenshot 5 - View of meeting screen with Audio on:
Screenshot 6 - View of meeting screen with external speakers:
[What you can do to prepare:]
No action is required at this time.
You may wish to:
- Inform users who frequently use iPads for meetings about this new capability.
- Update internal documentation if you provide device setup guidance for Teams meetings.
Learn more: Introducing External Camera Support for iPads in Microsoft Teams | Microsoft Community Hub
[Compliance considerations:]
No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.