Also: How (and why) to clear the cache on your Android While Android users still can’t initiate a FaceTime call, or download the dedicated app, Apple users can now send an invitation link to their Android friends to hop on a video call, kind of like a one-way Zoom link. Here’s a breakdown of how to do it.

How to set up and receive a FaceTime call

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iPhone: iOS 15 or lateriPad: iPadOS 15 or laterMac: MacOS 12 Monterey or later

Also: What is Security Keys for Apple ID and why does it matter? As the receiver: Once your Apple ally has sent you a FaceTime invitation, click the link from your messages app and your internet browser will open a new window. Then, allow your browser access to your camera and your microphone if you haven’t already. Once the link has loaded, you’ll be prompted to enter your name before joining the call. Tap “Continue” when you’re set.  More: How to record a call on your Android phone As the receiver: Android users, it’s your turn. All that’s required for you to join a FaceTime is the call link and a stable Wi-Fi or internet connection. To join, simply click on the link and then the green Join button. If all goes well, your face will appear in a small box in the bottom right corner. If the host of the call hasn’t joined yet, the surrounding screen will remain black, with a “Waiting for others to join” notification at the top.  Also: How to record a phone call on iPhone As the receiver: In classic Apple fashion, you won’t be able to use the full FaceTime experience from an Android device. Unlike Apple users, you can’t apply a Memoji sticker or filter to give your call a little more color and pop. You also can’t capture images using the FaceTime screenshot button like you would on an iPhone. You can, however, screenshot manually. And unlike on an Apple device, the other user won’t be notified that you snapped a photo. Use that information wisely.

What iOS do you need to FaceTime an Android? 

In order to have a successful iPhone to Android FaceTime call, the Apple user will need to be running iOS 15 or later on their iPhone, MacOS 12 Monterey or later on their Mac, and iPadOS 15 or later on their iPad. 

Can Android phones initiate a FaceTime call?

Since FaceTime is an Apple-owned service, no. Android users can only join FaceTime calls hosted by Apple users.

Is there a FaceTime app for Android?

Unfortunately, FaceTime is not available on the Google Play store. There are, however, alternative apps like Google Meet that offer a similar face-to-face call experience across mobile devices.  Also: How to take a screenshot on Android

If you have an Apple device, you can send a FaceTime link to more than one person and multiple users can join.

Can you just use Wi-Fi to FaceTime on Android? 

Unfortunately, no. Just like the FaceTime app and initiation function is exclusive to iOS products, the ability to just use Wi-Fi to FaceTime is as well. Because Android users have to click on a text via a link to join the call, cell service is a requirement.