The Next Web

How to mute yourself in any video call app

Welcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff. Since the pandemic started two years ago, video conferencing ...
Business Insider

How to mute yourself and others on Zoom using the desktop or mobile app

You can mute yourself on Zoom by clicking the microphone icon, whether you're using the desktop or mobile app. The host of the Zoom meeting can also mute any participants by clicking the microphone ...
Bleeping Computer

'Mute' button in conferencing apps may not actually mute your mic

A new study shows that pressing the mute button on popular video conferencing apps (VCA) may not actually work like you think it should, with apps still listening in on your microphone. More ...
The Next Web

How to mute your mic by default on Slack calls and huddles

Welcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff. At TNW, our editorial team has a daily Slack huddle scheduled ...
Digital Trends

Windows 11 update resolves a big pain point with managing video calls

Microsoft is testing a new Windows 11 feature that could make handling video calls a lot easier. The company is adding a video mute/unmute software toggle directly in the taskbar on the new operating ...