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- May 23, 2019
23 May'19
Microsoft Outlook mobile app supports native Teams scheduling
Users can now schedule Microsoft Teams meetings through the Outlook mobile app. The feature is advancement toward parity between Teams and Skype for Business.
- May 17, 2019
17 May'19
PDP Gaming seeks immediate ban on Poly's use of logo
PDP Gaming is seeking an immediate injunction against Poly's use of a disputed logo. The escalation comes despite the two companies initially pursuing a settlement.
- May 16, 2019
16 May'19
Zoom Phone adds support for third-party calling services
Zoom Phone is now compatible with third-party calling services, and the product will launch in beta in the United Kingdom and Australia later this month.
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- May 15, 2019
15 May'19
Call queue, auto attendant enhanced in Microsoft Teams calling
The latest enhancements to Microsoft Teams calling improve auto attendants and call queues, but both features still lack some key capabilities.
- May 09, 2019
09 May'19
Avaya revenue dips as company entertains potential buyout
Avaya revenue missed the mark in the second quarter amid operational missteps and rumors of a private buyout. The company said it was considering financial maneuvers as significant as selling itself.
- May 09, 2019
09 May'19
New compliance controls added to Microsoft Teams PowerShell
Microsoft Teams PowerShell now gives IT administrators the ability to restrict communications between employees, a significant expansion of the app's tools for regulatory compliance.
- May 08, 2019
08 May'19
Workplace by Facebook gets user interface overhaul
A planned overhaul of the Workplace by Facebook user interface will streamline notifications and prioritize groups and chats.
- May 03, 2019
03 May'19
Cloud Skype phones require firmware update by July 1
Businesses face a July 1 deadline for updating the firmware and permissions of cloud Skype phones.
- May 02, 2019
02 May'19
Users press for more Slack security, compliance features
Users want more Slack security and compliance controls in the Standard and Plus subscription tiers.
- May 01, 2019
01 May'19
Unify Square adds Slack, Zoom, FB to IT management software
Unify Square will add support for Slack, Zoom and Workplace by Facebook to its IT management software. The vendor previously worked exclusively with Microsoft apps.
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- April 26, 2019
26 Apr'19
Slack revenues show enterprise growth ahead of public listing
Slack revenue reached $400 million in fiscal 2019, with 575 large businesses contributing 40% of the total. The startup will begin selling stock publicly later this year.
- April 25, 2019
25 Apr'19
Slack Workflow Builder enables no-code customization
Slack Workflow Builder gives users templates for creating automated messages and forms in Slack. The product launched in beta this week.
- April 25, 2019
25 Apr'19
Slack-Zoom partnership takes on Cisco, Microsoft
The new Slack-Zoom partnership will focus on advancing Zoom calling and meetings in Slack, potentially making the collaboration app a stronger rival to Cisco and Microsoft.
- April 24, 2019
24 Apr'19
Slack integration links chats and email
A new Slack integration will give users the ability to receive and reply to Slack chats through email, which remains a cornerstone of enterprise communications.
- April 18, 2019
18 Apr'19
Zoom IPO demonstrates power of freemium pricing
The Zoom IPO on Thursday demonstrated the strength of the video collaboration market and validated the strategy of freemium pricing.