Microsoft Teams support for Android 8 remains, updates and fixes will no longer be provided
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To ensure the best experience and security for our users, Microsoft Teams will no longer release any updates or bug fixes to Teams on devices running Android 8 beginning December 2025. This change allows us to focus development efforts on newer Android versions that offer improved performance, security, and capabilities.
When this will happen
This change will begin rolling out in late November 2025 and is expected to be completed by late December 2025.
How this affects your organization
- Who is affected: Users in your organization who access Microsoft Teams on devices running Android 8.
- What will happen:
- Users on Android 8 will no longer receive latest updates or changes to Microsoft Teams mobile app after December 2025.
- Teams will continue to be supported on Android 8 so that users can sign-in and use the app.
- There is no impact to Teams on desktop, web, or other mobile platforms.
What you can do to prepare
- Identify users in your organization who are using Android 8 devices. You can use the Microsoft Teams Admin Center or Microsoft Endpoint Manager to generate device reports.
- Communicate this change to affected users and helpdesk staff.
- Update internal documentation and support materials to reflect this change.
- Encourage users to upgrade their Android OS or switch to a supported device.
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