Instead of switching from one app to another and with the controversial policy changes surrounding WhatsApp, more people are now realizing that Microsoft Teams can actually be a good WhatsApp alternative. Work? Personal use? Friends? Microsoft Teams is now being used in more ways than before.
Microsoft Teams WhatsApp Alternative
So far, Teams has reportedly made its name as a certain platform for workplace collaboration. The platform, however, is now becoming a preferred platform for people to stay in touch with their friends and family.
According to PocketNow, Microsoft Teams has just announced that it will finally be available for personal use as well. The platform will reportedly be available for free on both the iOS and Android as well as a desktop and web version.
The question is, what types of features will people be getting from the upcoming Microsoft Teams? Here are a few things that users could finally use on their Microsoft Teams.
Microsoft Teams Features
1. Chat options for friends, family, and work related conversations
2. For those without the app, anyone can simply communicate with the use of SMS
3. Users will be able to create tasks
4. Users will be able to create to-do lists
5. Collaboration is very easy on the platform
6. Meetings and calls can be easily scheduled
7. Users can share insights without having to leave the chats.
8. Call up to 300 people for free for up to 24 hours (might be limited soon)
9. Teams allows free 24-hour video calls for 1-on-1 conversations
An upcoming Microsoft Teams feature that users are expected to see later on is the addition of a "create polls" feature in the app just like the one that Facebook Messenger has.
Microsoft Teams Inclusions
Aside from the features that the app reportedly has, the application has its own ways to let its users express themselves through the use of GIFs, emojis, animations, and others during video calls. In case invited participants would miss the invitation to join a group video call, there is still an option for them to catch up and join Microsoft Teams.
Users also have the option to easily chat during calls and keep up with the text-based conversation. Another thing that could be convenient for users is the option for them to join the call easily through the web version despite not having a Microsoft Teams account. This means anyone can be included as long as they are given an invitation.
Microsoft Teams for Work and Personal Use
Another particular feature is a dashboard that would keep all of the media and files shared in a certain chat in one place so users can easily come back to them. For those that are worried about mixing work with family, users can easily create separate files to use for different groups.
Users will be able to switch profiles with just a simple tap. Learn more about what else Microsoft Teams has to offer by reading this.
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Written by Urian B.
