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Audio overviews now available for files

Audio overviews now available for files

Audio overviews for PDFs, Word documents, and Notebooks will roll out globally from mid to late September 2025. Available to users with Copilot licenses, these customizable podcast-style narrations enhance accessibility and require no admin setup. No compliance issues identified; no action needed now. Introduction Users can now listen to podcast-style audio overviews of PDFs, Word documents, and Notebooks—making it easier to consume content on the go. These overviews feature two-host narration and can be customized on the Create experience, including options for length, speaker voices, and more. When this will happen General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in mid-September 2025 and is expected to complete by late September 2025. How this affects your organization This feature enhances document accessibility and flexibility for users who prefer audio content. Only users with a Copilot license will be able to generate audio overviews.  This feature is on by default and does not require admin configuration. What you can do to prepare No action is required at this time. You may wish to inform users with Copilot licenses about this new capability and encourage adoption for productivity and accessibility benefits. Compliance considerations No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization. Message ID: MC1130396

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