New Zoom Features and Bug Fixes Released – December 2022

New Features:

• Web Features:
• Webinar Resources enable hosts to link external resources for webinar attendees.
• Schedule meeting with chat and channel members directly from Team Chat.
• Download chat history in HTML format including files and media.
• Enhanced Team Chat Dashboard provides more insightful metrics on usage.
• Support for backup payment method in billing settings.
• Allow hosts to enable Q&A in meetings, improving interaction.
• Embeddable recording passcode for easy access to recordings.
• Bi-directional calendar sync support for Office 365.
• Enhanced device management features for better usability and admin control.
• Zoom Phone Features:
• Manual provisioning for assigning Zoom Phone in Zoom One bundles.
• Support for Chat Etiquette policies in SMS messaging.
• Direct Routing to and from Microsoft Teams to enhance integration.
• Display end-of-call experience feedback survey for improvements.
• Zoom Whiteboard Features:
• Organizational templates for managing user-submitted templates.
• Enhanced notifications in Slack and Teams for user mentions.
• Zoom PWA Features:
• Support for Zoom Phone on PWA for enhanced accessibility.

Enhancements:

• Web Enhancements:
• The Team Chat Dashboard now provides a refreshed view of chat usage.
• Enhanced formatting for in-meeting chat to allow reactions.
• Zoom Whiteboard Enhancements:
• Sharper canvas grid at 100% zoom for better visibility.
• Improved More menu in the desktop whiteboard experience.
• Device Management Improvements:
• Enhanced device list to show OS versions of Windows computers.

Fixed Bugs:

• Security enhancements applied across various features.
• Resolved issues with timezone discrepancies in scheduling and meeting registrations.
• Fixed access issues related to cloud recordings and attendee reports.
• Addressed problems with Zoom Rooms Dashboard showing inaccurate statuses.

Open Issues:

Nothing known

Update Instructions:

• Account owners and admins should review the settings for new features and enhancements through their account dashboard.
• Ensure users are informed about the availability of new features and any action they may need to take for setup.