Published 11:23 IST, August 8th 2021

FaceTime on Android devices: How to enter into a FaceTime session from an Android device?

With the release of iOS 15, Apple is now allowing Android users to join FaceTime sessions. In order to do so, an Apple user needs to create an invitation link.

Reported by: Shikhar Mehrotra
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FaceTime is a popular video calling service among Apple devices. It is an in-built application in iOS devices that supports audio and video calling services over internet. Facetime is available on Apple iPhones, iPads, Macs and or devices. Since service works on both mobile internet and Wi-Fi, it is extensively used for video calling by Apple users. With recent iOS 15 launch, Apple also anunced major improvements for its video calling service, including Android users being able to join Facetime sessions. Keep reading to kw more about update and how to use Facetime on Android.

FaceTime on Android devices, how it works?

With release of iOS 15, Apple is w allowing Android users to join FaceTime sessions. In order to do so, an Apple user needs to create an invitation link and send it to an Android user, who will n join session using link. It will be a useful feature as it will enable cross-platform communication without using any third-party application with potential privacy risks and or security concerns. To join a FaceTime session from an Android device, follow steps given below.

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  • An Apple user needs to create an invitation link and send it to Android user via mail, mess or any or platform
  • On receiving link, Android user needs to access link in Chrome browser
  • On entering link in Google Chrome, a prompt asking name of user trying to enter in FaceTime session
  • Enter name and tap on 'Continue'
  • A floating pop-up will appear upon screen with a green button to join in FaceTime session
  • Once Android user clicks on join button, FaceTime host on Apple device gets a request, which he or she needs to accept 
  • Upon accepting entry request, Android user comes into FaceTime session
  • Once both users enter into video call, Android user will experience a FaceTime session, along with native controls such as mute, flip screen, show/hide camera, full screen, ending call and more.

 

11:22 IST, August 8th 2021