ConfTech Digest #24, April
DigestMicrosoft Teams introduces updates to address echo feedback in meetings and adds a feature allowing subtitles in PowerPoint presentations. Enhanced features include automatic hand lowering reminders and improved green screen functionality. Google Meet enhances Chat feature with additional information and upgrades video quality to 1080p. Zoom introduces host-designated interpreters and customizable subtitle colors. Whiteboard users can now receive custom disclaimers. For assistance in organizing online meetings and events, contact ConfTech Help desk at conftech@diplomacy.edu.
ConfTech Digest #23, March
DigestMicrosoft Teams will introduce new features like mixed grid view and Intelligent Recap to enhance online meetings. Teams Premium users can now add watermarks to shared screens for security. Google Meet offers location suggestions for hybrid employees, while Zoom introduces AI-powered features through a partnership with Open, including real-time meeting summaries and whiteboard experiences. Zoom also allows for customization of video tile arrangements in Gallery view. Moreover, users can access automatic subtitles in Zoom meetings and webinars. For urgent advice on organizing online meetings, contact the ConfTech Help desk at conftech@diplomacy.edu.
ConfTech Digest #22, February-March
DigestMicrosoft Teams introduced new features to enhance accessibility, including the ability to add closed captions to videos and integration with Chatbot Chat. Google Meet now offers noise elimination and speaker notes viewing during presentations. Cisco Webex allows users to adjust video quality and hide participant video previews. Zoom's Workspace Designer helps users plan meeting setups. Mercedes-Benz partners with Cisco Webex to create a mobile office concept. For urgent online meeting advice, contact ConfTech Help desk at conftech@diplomacy.edu.
ConfTech Digest #21, January-February
DigestMicrosoft Teams introduces new features for hybrid and virtual collaboration, including Sign Language View and Excel Live. Zoom brings breakout rooms based on poll results and simulive webinars. Google Meet adds emoji reactions, and Kumospace debuts the Megaphone feature. Diplo’s Conftech reflects on their work in 2022 and anticipates the evolving online meeting landscape in 2023. For assistance with organizing online events, contact ConfTech Help desk at conftech@diplomacy.edu.