Microsoft Outlook app for Android and iOS devices, coming soon with multi-factor authentication: Learn more

US tech giant Microsoft is reportedly planning to add a dedicated multi-factor authentication (MFA) feature to its Outlook app for Android and iOS, with general availability expected to arrive this month.

According to a new Microsoft 365 roadmap entry, users will be able to perform multi-factor authentication requests for its 365 apps directly in Outlook using a new Authenticator Lite feature, reports BleepingComputer.

According to IANS, users can use Authenticator Lite to add an extra layer of security to Outlook logins at work or school.

“Authenticator Lite (in Outlook) is a feature that allows users to perform multi-factor authentication (MFA) for their work or school account using Outlook on their iOS or Android device,” Microsoft said.

Additionally, Microsoft 365 MFA requests can currently be completed using an authenticator app (Microsoft’s Authenticator app or a third-party authenticator app), security key, verification codes obtained via phone call or text message, the IANS report states.

Once the new Authenticator Lite features are available to Outlook users around the world, they can perform authentication requests in it.

Meanwhile, Microsoft is also bringing support for 3D avatars to Microsoft Teams in May this year. According to The Verge , Microsoft’s Office 365 roadmap has recently been updated to show that avatars in Microsoft Teams can help people avoid the camera when they don’t want to be seen.

Using the 3D avatar function, a virtual clone appears on the screen and responds based on your voice without a camera. Microsoft said in a roadmap update that “Avatars in Microsoft Teams give you a much-needed break from the camera, while still enabling effective collaboration.”

The Verge reports that Microsoft has more plans for its avatars. Company partners with Meta to introduce immersive 3D meetings accessible through Meta VR headset

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