New Cameo Feature in PowerPoint | BTP Newsletter

Dear Techies,

We’ve got some brilliant new features from Microsoft to play with this week, including updates for PowerPoint and Edge. We’ve also got the latest Microsoft 365 updates rolling out this month, so let’s get to the good stuff. 👇

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Microsoft recently introduced a new feature that allows you to insert a Cameo (camera feed) on all slides of a PowerPoint presentation.

This can be done by heading to Insert > Cameo.

Clicking the small arrow under “Cameo” gives you the option to add the camera feed to “This Slide” or “All Slides.”

If you want to customize the Cameo, we suggest adding it to “This Slide,” and once you’ve finished customizing, hit “Apply to All Slides” in the “Camera Format” tab.

This feature is available in PowerPoint for Windows and Mac.

For more information on how to add and customize a Cameo in PowerPoint, please read our dedicated blog post.

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Microsoft Edge users can now create Workspaces, allowing teams to collaborate within the same browser tabs. If you want to give it a shot, hit the workspace icon in the top left and create a new workspace.

Once created, simply hit the invite button and either enter an email address, or copy the link for manual distribution.

Edge Workspaces are available for users signed in with a Microsoft Entra account on Edge version 114 or later.

We’re releasing a full guide and video for creating, using, and managing Edge workspaces in the next newsletter, so stay tuned!

According to several reliable sources, Microsoft are planning to announce some new Surface products on March 21st, which may possibly include the new Surface Pro. These new products are rumored to release in April and June, so stay tuned for more information as we get it.

There are also rumors that another event is planned for June, which may include announcements of the anticipated Surface Laptop 6.

But don’t worry, we’ll keep our eyes peeled so you don’t have to!

Microsoft Learn is offering you a chance to skill up in the latest AI innovations. Completing their challenges within 30 days of starting will grant you 50% off a Microsoft Certification Exam if you choose to take one.

There are currently five challenges to choose from:

In this challenge, you'll learn how to use natural language processing (NLP) solutions to interpret the meaning of written or spoken language.

Required Skills: Azure Portal, C# or Python

Challenge Duration: 21 Hours

In this challenge, you’ll build a natural language processing solution with Azure AI Language. You’ll also learn how to use language models to interpret the semantic meaning of written or spoken language.

Required Skills: Azure Portal, C# or Python

Challenge Duration: 20 Hours

Computer vision is an AI tool designed to perceive the world visually, through cameras, images, and video. In this challenge, you'll learn how to create a custom object detection model using Azure AI Vision Studio.

Required Skills: Azure Portal

Challenge Duration: 20 Hours

In this challenge, you'll learn how to train models (like ChatGPT) to generate original content based on natural language input.

Required Skills: Azure Portal, C# or Python

Challenge Duration: 18 Hours

In this challenge, you’ll create and manage Automated Processes by using Power Automate. You’ll also learn how to create integrations with other data sources, create end-to-end flows, and discover more about Copilot.

Required Skills: N/A

Challenge Duration: 23 Hours

For more information on the AI Challenge click here.

Microsoft Education has unveiled a new wave of AI innovations to enhance productivity and personalize learning. This includes expanded availability of Copilot for Microsoft 365 and the introduction of Loop to education.

The announcement also covers AI solutions like Reading Coach, aimed at transforming reading experiences by offering personalized and engaging content.

In this example of personalized learning, the reader can select a story, character, location, and reading level. They can also unlock new characters.

Although Apple’s value had once again surpassed Microsoft by the close of play, Microsoft did briefly overtake Apple for the first time since 2021. During the day’s trade, Microsoft held an incredible value of $2.87 trillion!

Bolstered by investments in new AI technologies, this marks what could be a new ascent for Microsoft as it seeks to overtake its largest rival, Apple.

Let’s take a glance at some exciting new features that are on the horizon, due to roll out in February 2024.

In February, Microsoft will be rolling out Copilot for Excel and Stream.

The private line feature enables users to obtain a secondary phone number exclusively for select contacts, allowing them to connect directly without involving delegates, administrators, or assistants.

Inbound calls to the private line will be identified by a distinct notification and ringtone. It's important to note that the private line is designed specifically for incoming calls.

The whole of the Outlook for Android Settings page is being reorganized to make important features easier to access.

The new Collaborative Notes feature will allow all meeting invitees to generate collaborative meeting notes and agendas both before and after the meeting.

Microsoft are introducing additional suggested measures to offer guidance on refining your insider risk policies and implementing advanced configurations.

Rolling out in February, this new Admin policy will allow you to prevent or allow your users from accessing externally hosted Teams meetings.

Have you seen this error message while trying to open a Word document?: "There is not enough memory or disk space to complete the operation" You may also see error code "200797" If so, try these fixes to resolve the problem:

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We’ve heard many reports that emails to some customers using Microsoft 365 have been blocked by SpamCop.

Error: Decision Engine classified the mail item was rejected because of IP Block

This was in fact due to a service incident EX703958 on January 9, 2024 at 8:43. This problem has been resolved server-side and no further action is required.

That’s all for this newsletter. Remember to keep your eyes peeled for the first newsletter in March, where we’ll be announcing the winner to our Grammarly Premium competition!

Thanks for reading and see you soon! 👋