Teams blocks Bluetooth audio devices, forcing less private meeting setups
Some users report Teams refusing to connect to Bluetooth headsets during meetings, pushing them toward speakerphone or wired alternatives that reduce conversation privacy. Comparable collaboration apps support Bluetooth without this restriction.
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