How to facetime Android users – Guide
iOS 15 brought several features but the ability to use FaceTime with Android and Windows users seems to be the greatest. Now you can use Facetime not only to make group calls, but also to send invitations across platforms. These invitations can now be used by Android users to participate in Facetime calls. If you are interested in this new feature then see How to make the most of it.
Requirements for Android FaceTime Calls
There are some requirements for making Facetime calls across platforms. Basically, if you’re running Android 9.0+ or higher, or iOS 15, it’s likely that your device can make and receive Facetime calls. Please keep in mind that Android devices are restricted to only receiving and participating in Facetime calls. Also, there are some networking requirements you should keep in mind if you are having problems with your Facetime calls.
How does Facetime work on Android?
Yes, Android users can now use FaceTime – albeit only to a limited extent. If you have an iPhone, you can now use Facetime Android after upgrading to iOS 15. You can then use Android guide below to send Facetime links to your friends and family who have an Android device. Android users cannot make a FaceTime call as they can only join one. Also, they will have the ability to control your microphone, camera, and more. Let’s take a look at some of the basic requirements for making cross-platform Facetime calls.
How to Android Facetime users on iPhone
follow one of guides below depending on your current device.
Step 1: [For iOS users] Create and Share a facetime link
Facetime allows you to send custom links to Facetime calls to users. These links can be added to calendar events and scheduled for the future as well. By default you will have the ability to moderate who can join the call and the link will remain active until manually deleted. Use the guide below to create a Facetime link and share it with Android users. Open the Facetime app and tap ‘Create Link’. A pop-up sharing windowup will now appear on your screen. You can tap the desired app and share the link with one of your contacts or tap ‘Copy’ to copy the link to the clipboard. Once copied, you can share the link with the person you want through the app of your choice. Now you can go back to the Facetime app and tap ‘i’ next to the newly created ‘Link Facetime’. Tap ‘Share Link ‘and share with more people.
Step 2: [For Android users] Receive and participate in Facetime calls
Tap and open the Facetime link you received on your device. You will now be redirected to your default browser. Otherwise, we recommend that you tap the ‘3 dots’ icon in the upper right corner of the screen. Select ‘Open in ABCD’ where ABCD is your default browser. Enter your name on the web page on your screen. This will be your designated name and will be shown next to your video preview. Tap ‘Continue’ when you’re done. Tap ‘Join’ at the top. Now an order will be sent to your host. Once approved, you will join the call.
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