My Opinion on TeamSpeak 6
I think TeamSpeak 6 is overall okay, but there are several points that bother me and need improvement:
Design and Usability
- Channel size and font size: The channel size and font size are way too large. Also, the spacing between channels is unnecessarily big, making the interface look cluttered and harder to navigate.
- Server banners: The server banners only refresh when joining the server. On my server, I want the banner to refresh every 60 seconds, but it doesn’t work as expected.
Community Servers (Hosted by TeamSpeak)
- Pricing: The pricing for community servers is far too high. You said you aim to compete with Discord Nitro, but you’re offering similar pricing to Discord Nitro. This makes it hard to justify using your service, especially for those looking for a cheaper alternative. (Image reference)
Functionality
- Copy-paste issues: Copying and pasting does not work in the “add contact” section. This makes it tedious to add new contacts manually, as you cannot copy-paste IDs or other information.
- Channel permissions: It seems like channel permissions are missing or very hard to find. This is a core feature of TeamSpeak, and its absence or lack of visibility is a major issue.
- Screen sharing (P2P): Screen sharing in TeamSpeak 6 is peer-to-peer (P2P), meaning your IP address is directly shared with the other party. This poses a potential security risk, as some individuals might exploit this to launch DDoS attacks. Users need to be cautious about who they stream with to avoid such risks.
Missing TS6 Servers
- No TS6 server support: Despite the launch of TeamSpeak 6, we are still stuck using TS3 servers. There are no dedicated TS6 servers available yet, which feels like a missed opportunity for a better integration with the new client and features.
- Update or reconfigure? When the TS6 server files are finally released, will it be possible to simply update an existing server, or will all settings (e.g., channels, groups, permissions) need to be reconfigured from scratch? This is an important question for server admins, as starting over would be a significant inconvenience.
Removed Homebase System
- Homebase system: The Homebase system, introduced during the TS5 development phase, has been removed entirely. This is disappointing, as it could have been a great solution for managing self-hosted chats and screen sharing via servers, providing more control and eliminating the risks of P2P connections.
