Does the Poly Blackwire 8225 work with Microsoft Teams, Zoom and Google Meet? Here's what it supports and how each one works. It's a business headset: connect it by USB cable or dongle (or Bluetooth) and select it as the microphone and speaker in Teams, Zoom, Meet or your softphone.
Compatibility at a glance
| Platform | Works over USB | USB certified |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Teams | Yes | Yes |
| Zoom | Yes | Not certified |
| Google Meet | Yes | Not certified |
| Webex | Yes | Not certified |
Based on Poly's published compatibility. Certification can vary by firmware and configuration, so check the manufacturer's current list before a large rollout.
Blackwire 8225 with Microsoft Teams
The Blackwire 8225 is certified for Microsoft Teams. Plug it into your computer and choose it under Settings → Devices. It needs no license of its own; it works the same way on any computer.
Blackwire 8225 with any other app (BYOD)
Over USB the Blackwire 8225 is a standard microphone and speaker, so it works with Teams, Zoom, Google Meet, Webex, GoTo and others, including Zoom, Google Meet and Webex even though it isn't certified for them. More on BYOD rooms
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