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Updated February 11, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction]
We’re introducing ad-hoc room reservation directly from the Microsoft Teams Rooms on Android console. This update enables users to reserve an available room on the spot without relying on a personal device or hallway panel, supporting quick, spontaneous meetings and helping reduce scheduling conflicts. This feature requires a Teams Rooms Pro license.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 548652.
[When this will happen:]
- General Availability (Worldwide, GCC): Rollout will begin mid-April 2026 (previously mid-March) and complete by late April 2026 (previously late March).
- General Availability (GCCH): Rollout will begin late April 2026 (previously late March) and complete by late April 2026 (previously late March).
[How this affects your organization:]
Who is affected:
- Users and admins of Teams Rooms on Android with Teams Rooms Pro licenses.
What will happen:
- After this feature becomes available on room devices, users can reserve an available room directly from the Teams Rooms calendar by tapping Reserve and selecting an end time.
- End times appear in 15-minute increments for up to 24 hours or until the next scheduled meeting, whichever comes sooner.
- The feature is enabled by default.
- Admin controls will be available:
- Teams Admin center: Go to Teams devices > Teams Rooms on Android > Configuration profile > Meetings > Allow ad-hoc room reservation.
- On the device: Go to Settings > Teams Admin settings > Meetings > Allow ad-hoc room reservation.
Screenshot 1: Reservation button
Screenshot 2: Reservation picker
[What you can do to prepare:]
- No action is required before rollout.
- Notify users of the new reservation workflow.
- Update internal training or documentation.
- Use Teams Admin center or device settings if you want to restrict ad-hoc reservations.
[Compliance considerations:]
No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.
Change History
[Introduction]
We’re introducing ad-hoc room reservation directly from the Microsoft Teams Rooms on Android console. This update enables users to reserve an available room on the spot without relying on a personal device or hallway panel, supporting quick, spontaneous meetings and helping reduce scheduling conflicts. This feature requires a Teams Rooms Pro license.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 548652.
[When this will happen:]
- General Availability (Worldwide, GCC): Rollout will begin mid-March 2026 and complete by late March 2026.
- General Availability (GCCH): Rollout will begin late March 2026 and complete by late March 2026.
[How this affects your organization:]
Who is affected:
- Users and admins of Teams Rooms on Android with Teams Rooms Pro licenses.
What will happen:
- After this feature becomes available on room devices, users can reserve an available room directly from the Teams Rooms calendar by tapping Reserve and selecting an end time.
- End times appear in 15-minute increments for up to 24 hours or until the next scheduled meeting, whichever comes sooner.
- The feature is enabled by default.
- Admin controls will be available:
- Teams Admin center: Go to Teams devices > Teams Rooms on Android > Configuration profile > Meetings > Allow ad-hoc room reservation.
- On the device: Go to Settings > Teams Admin settings > Meetings > Allow ad-hoc room reservation.
Screenshot 1: Reservation button
Screenshot 2: Reservation picker
[What you can do to prepare:]
- No action is required before rollout.
- Notify users of the new reservation workflow.
- Update internal training or documentation.
- Use Teams Admin center or device settings if you want to restrict ad-hoc reservations.
[Compliance considerations:]
No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.
Updated February 11, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction]
We’re introducing ad-hoc room reservation directly from the Microsoft Teams Rooms on Android console. This update enables users to reserve an available room on the spot without relying on a personal device or hallway panel, supporting quick, spontaneous meetings and helping reduce scheduling conflicts. This feature requires a Teams Rooms Pro license.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 548652.
[When this will happen:]
- General Availability (Worldwide, GCC): Rollout will begin mid-April 2026 (previously mid-March) and complete by late April 2026 (previously late March).
- General Availability (GCCH): Rollout will begin late April 2026 (previously late March) and complete by late April 2026 (previously late March).
[How this affects your organization:]
Who is affected:
- Users and admins of Teams Rooms on Android with Teams Rooms Pro licenses.
What will happen:
- After this feature becomes available on room devices, users can reserve an available room directly from the Teams Rooms calendar by tapping Reserve and selecting an end time.
- End times appear in 15-minute increments for up to 24 hours or until the next scheduled meeting, whichever comes sooner.
- The feature is enabled by default.
- Admin controls will be available:
- Teams Admin center: Go to Teams devices > Teams Rooms on Android > Configuration profile > Meetings > Allow ad-hoc room reservation.
- On the device: Go to Settings > Teams Admin settings > Meetings > Allow ad-hoc room reservation.
Screenshot 1: Reservation button
Screenshot 2: Reservation picker
[What you can do to prepare:]
- No action is required before rollout.
- Notify users of the new reservation workflow.
- Update internal training or documentation.
- Use Teams Admin center or device settings if you want to restrict ad-hoc reservations.
[Compliance considerations:]
No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.
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