Microsoft Teams is adding one of the worst things about phone calls TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. Microsoft Teams is adding one of the worst things about phone calls By Mike Moore published 29 August 2022 Microsoft Teams update to introduce one of the worst things about 'normal' phone calls (Image credit: Shutterstock.com / Antonio Guillem) Audio player loading… If you've ever been left waiting to connect to a Microsoft Teams call and thought, "what might make this experience even more tedious?", then you may just be in luck. The video conferencing service has announced it will be adding hold music for users unlucky enough to have their call transferred. When a call transfer is initiated, music "can be played" to those on hold, the company said in a new entry (opens in new tab) on the Microsoft 365 roadmap - replacing the silent void that is currently in place as you wait to be connected. Hold please It's not yet known exactly what music will be played to those on hold - whether it's elevator-style muzak, some smooth summer jazz, or even customized options to let you play whatever song you choose. The feature has a scheduled general availability date of September 2022, so users won't have too long to wait to "enjoy" the new addition. When released, it will be available for all users across Microsoft Teams on web, desktop and Mac.Read more> Here's our list of the best headsets for conference calls right now (opens in new tab) > How to set up a Microsoft Teams meeting (opens in new tab) > Exclusive: The numbers that show Zoom, not Teams, is the king of video conferencing (opens in new tab) The addition is the latest from Microsoft Teams as the company looks to make using the platform more intuitive and helpful for users. Recently, Microsoft announced users would have the option to choose live captions in whatever language they like. When starting and setting up a call, Microsoft Teams users will be able to select live captions in the language of their choice, helping them gain better understanding with other participants. Elsewhere, the company also noted it is working on an "Interactive Large Gallery" upgrade that will mean your calls will now include feeds from up to 49 video participants at once. Users can interact with others via actions like pin and spotlight, and observe their meeting activity like raise hand and reactions. Microsoft has also announced it is working on adding Question and Answer capabilities to Teams webinars and meetings, bringing a whole new level of interactivity and collaboration.Check out our list of the best headsets for conference calls out there Mike MooreDeputy Editor, TechRadar ProMike Moore is Deputy Editor at TechRadar Pro. He has worked as a B2B and B2C tech journalist for nearly a decade, including at one of the UK's leading national newspapers and fellow Future title ITProPortal, and when he's not keeping track of all the latest enterprise and workplace trends, can most likely be found watching, following or taking part in some kind of sport. See more Software news Are you a pro? Subscribe to our newsletter Sign up to theTechRadar Pro newsletter to get all the top news, opinion, features and guidance your business needs to succeed! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST POPULARMOST SHARED1You may not have to sell a body part to afford the Nvidia RTX 4090 after all2It looks like Fallout's spiritual successor is getting a PS5 remaster3My days as a helpful meat shield are over, thanks to the Killer Klown horror game4One of the world's most popular programming languages is coming to Linux5The iPhone 14 Pro is made of the wrong stuff; the Pixel 7 proves that to me1We finally know what 'Wi-Fi' stands for - and it's not what you think2Google Chrome is reportedly riddled with security issues3Binance says at least $100 million stolen in blockchain attack4'Go small or go home': HTC teases a new Vive VR headset5Ranked: every Steven Spielberg movie rated from worst to best Technology Magazines (opens in new tab)● (opens in new tab)The best tech tutorials and in-depth reviewsFrom$12.99 (opens in new tab)View (opens in new tab)