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As previously announced, Apple ended support for legacy mobile device management (MDM) software update commands with OS 26 and Intune also ended support soon after the release. Apple has removed these settings and commands with the release of OS 27. Starting with Intune’s October (2610) service release, we will remove the associated legacy software update …

On October 13, 2026, Windows Server 2022 will reach end of mainstream support. The October 2026 security update will be the last mainstream support update available for this version. After this date, Windows Server 2022 will transition to extended support, which includes security updates at no additional cost, and will continue to receive monthly security …

We are correcting the behavior of the Microsoft Graph delegated and app-only permission User.ReadBasic.All. This permission is intended to provide access only to a limited set of basic user profile properties. However, it currently also allows access to user app role assignments and license details. Microsoft 365 Message Center ID: MC1470871 Last Modified: September 12, …

We’re introducing the Value tab for Copilot Cowork in the Microsoft 365 admin center. This dashboard brings together Copilot credit consumption, estimated employee time assisted, active user activity, and task category details so admins can identify usage patterns and communicate the potential impact of Cowork within their organization. The details provided in the Cowork dashbaord …

Starting in mid-October 2026, Microsoft Purview will remove the pay-as-you-go (PAYG) billing requirement for inline collection and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies that protect supported interactions with unmanaged cloud apps in Microsoft Edge for Business. This change simplifies deployment and administration of inline protection in Edge for Business by removing the Azure billing subscription requirement …

We’re introducing a new Outlook for iPad capability that allows users to compose email in a new window and minimize an in-progress draft so they can return to it later. This improvement helps users multitask more efficiently while working in Outlook on iPad. Microsoft 365 Message Center ID: MC1470883 Last Modified: September 12, 2026 Category: …

Microsoft Purview eDiscovery will support selecting user-owned SharePoint Embedded (SPE) containers when adding a person as a data source in an eDiscovery case, search, or hold. This enhancement helps organizations discover content stored in supported SharePoint Embedded containers that are owned by a selected user. These containers may contain content from Microsoft Loop, Copilot Pages, …

Microsoft is making Copilot more accessible within Word, Excel, and PowerPoint by adding a new prompt input directly to the Copilot button and providing contextual prompt experiences when users select content. This update helps users engage with Microsoft 365 Copilot without leaving their workflow, enabling faster content creation, editing, and task completion. This change supports …

Microsoft Teams is introducing personal message reminders for chat and channel messages to help users track follow-ups and stay organized. Users can turn messages into actionable reminders, improving productivity and ensuring important conversations are not missed. Microsoft 365 Message Center ID: MC1470887 Last Modified: September 12, 2026 Category: Message Center Tags: New feature Status: Launched …

We’re enhancing Real-Time Alerting rule management in the Microsoft Teams admin center to help administrators manage alerting rules more efficiently and at greater scale. With this update, administrators will be able to: Duplicate existing rules to create similar alert configurations without manually recreating them. Bulk upload users when creating or editing rules, reducing manual effort …