FaceTime

FaceTime

by Apple

27K ratings
2715 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 26, 2016
  • September 17, 2026
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Connect with loved ones through high-quality audio and video calls. Share experiences like watching videos or listening to music together, collaborate on projects, and enhance your calls with fun effects and improved audio quality. Easily invite anyone to join, regardless of their device.

Video and audio messaging
SharePlay for synced media
Screen sharing with remote control
Real-time document collaboration
Web link invitations for non-Apple users
Advanced mic modes and video effects
Seamless call handoff between devices
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What users say

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What's New in FaceTime

2.6

September 17, 2026

Bug Fixes and Feature Enhancements

User reviews

Bad

When it thinks someone is doing something inappropriate even though it is just their arm it blocks you from calling it forever

Share screen freezes

My share screen always freezes like 5 seconds after

Activation

Been waiting for it to stop saying “waiting on activation “?????????

FaceTime

It will not let me get in it and I can’t call and it still want let me call

Best Time

The best time, it’s of coarse FaceTime.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Calls not connecting or dropping unexpectedly

Bug

Inability to mute or unmute during calls

Bug

Duplicate participants in group calls

Bug

Screen sharing not working as expected

Bug

Automatic call receiving with speaker on

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

Add filters and fun effects

Feature

Improve screen sharing functionality

Feature

Implement a video voicemail feature

Feature

Allow mirroring of asymmetric faces

Feature

Provide an option to permanently display the camera button

Feature

FAQ

What is FaceTime?

FaceTime is an application that allows users to make high-quality audio and video calls to connect with family and friends. It offers features like leaving video or audio messages, sharing media content synchronously with others, and sharing your device screen during calls.

What are the key features of FaceTime?

Key features include SharePlay for watching videos and listening to music together, screen sharing with optional remote control, collaboration tools for working on documents, advanced mic modes for clear audio, and fun video effects and reactions. It also allows for web link invitations, making it accessible to non-Apple users.

Is FaceTime free to use?

Yes, FaceTime is a free application. There are no charges associated with making audio or video calls, or using its various features like SharePlay, screen sharing, or collaboration tools.

What devices is FaceTime compatible with?

FaceTime is available on Apple devices such as iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Additionally, users can now invite friends who don't have Apple devices to join FaceTime calls from their web browser.

How can I use FaceTime for collaboration?

FaceTime supports collaboration by allowing you to work on documents, presentations, and other projects with people on your call. You can also share your screen to demonstrate applications or guide others, and even request remote control of their device for more direct assistance.