Microsoft Teams Drops Support for Android Versions Below 8.1
Microsoft Teams no longer supports Android OS versions prior to 8.1, locking out users on older devices from accessing the app. Affected users, likely in regions or demographics with older hardware, are frustrated at losing access entirely.
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