Webex Update: New Features and Enhancements for All Users

New Features:

• Integration of Slido Polling and Q&A Features: Accessible in the new AppHub and mobile users can use it in Webex Meetings.
• Reactions Flow Across Webex Rooms Devices and Apps: Users can now send and receive multiple reactions in meetings.
• See More People During Active Content Share on SIP-Based Webex Devices: Enhanced video display of participants.
• Webcast Scheduling Options: Enable or disable chat, Q&A, and polling during scheduling.
• Customize Registration Rules: Hosts can create auto-approval rules for meeting or event registrations.
• Enhancements to the Guest Join Experience: Streamlined join flow for guest users.
• Meeting Template Improvements: Changes made for better usability in meeting templates.

Enhancements:

• Layout Optimization Features: Improved scaling and viewing options for filmstrip in Stacked and Side-by-side views.
• Modified Stack Layout for On-Premises Devices: Better alignment with cloud features.
• Optimized Filmstrip Default Size for High-Resolution Displays: Enhanced size adjustments for clarity.
• Stop Syncing Directly from the Stage: Easier control over meeting sync features.
• Return to Previous View When Host Stops Syncing: Default view restoration post-sync.
• Improved Join Experience for Mobile Users: Added visual cues and streamlined authentication.

Fixed Bugs:

Nothing known

Open Issues:

• Windows users may need to wait for WebView2 browser: Initial download time during first-time use of Slido.
• Reactions not available for users on standards-based SIP and H.323 devices: Deployment expected soon.
• Limitations on Webex for Government: Some features are not supported.
• Delay in certain feature rollouts: Check status.webex.com/maintenance for specific timelines.

Update Instructions:

• To check for updates or feature availability, visit status.webex.com/maintenance.
• Ensure all external IP addresses have the correct country code to support Global Distributed Meetings. For guidelines, refer to the help article.