Starting March 22, UCI Zoom apps must be updated to a current version available for each device. This is critical for security and to ensure participants have a consistent experience within UCI Zoom meetings and webinars.
Failure to update the Zoom application on mobile or desktop may result in your inability to join Zoom meetings/webinars until updated.
Zoom updates also allow use of the most current features, such as:
- Breakout rooms expanded to allow up to 100 breakout rooms with a maximum capacity of 1,000 participants total
- Breakout room self-selection will be available to all participants in Zoom meetings
- Host can delete in-meeting chat messages sent to everyone
- Host can hide profile pictures for all participants
- Host can stop video for all participants
- Ability to utilize end-to-end encryption for enhanced security
Updating Zoom app on mobile devices:
- Go to your app settings and enable ‘auto updates’ to ensure you’re always on the latest version.
Updating Zoom app on computers:
- For users on devices managed by OIT or other IT units: The Zoom app will be updated automatically by your administrator. Be sure to allow updates when prompted.
- For users on personal computers: Check frequently (monthly is recommended) for updates in your app using the following steps:
- Sign in to the Zoom desktop client.
- Click on your profile picture at the top right, then click ‘Check for Updates’ from the drop down list.
- If there is a newer version, Zoom will download and install it immediately.
Following the update on March 22, please plan to check for updates once a month to keep your app current. Visit the UCI Zoom Help Center for more information.