Major Outage Hits Microsoft: Outlook, Teams, Xbox, Azure Unreachable for Many
A significant outage affecting Microsoft services has left many users unable to access platforms like Outlook, Teams, Xbox, and Azure. Reports of disruptions began surfacing in the early afternoon, with numerous users voicing concerns on the Downdetector website.
Microsoft Confirms the Outage
Microsoft officials acknowledged the issue, stating they are currently investigating the connectivity problems. An announcement shared via their official social media account confirmed the reporting of access issues related to Microsoft 365 services and the Microsoft 365 admin center.
Service Status Updates
- Date of Outage: October 29, 2025
- Time of First Reports: Around noon
- Services Affected: Outlook, Teams, Xbox, Azure
Microsoft 365 Status indicated that more information would be available on the Service Health Dashboard, listing incident number MO1181369 for reference. The Azure portal also experienced significant disruptions during this outage due to DNS-related issues, leading to a degradation of service performance.
No Resolution Time Yet
As of now, Microsoft has not provided an estimated time for resolution. Users are encouraged to keep an eye on official updates for progress reports during this incident.
This outage highlights the vulnerability of major digital platforms that millions rely on for daily communication and productivity. Further updates from Microsoft are anticipated as the situation develops.
