How to FaceTime with Windows and Android Users

Apple’s big iOS 15 update for iPhone lets you invite Windows and Android users to your FaceTime calls.

This is the first time that this has been possible. Previously, FaceTime calls were limited to people using iPhones, iPads, and Macs.

Now when you start a FaceTime call from iPhone, you can invite people using other gadgets, like Windows computer or Android phone. All you do is send them a link that they can open in a web browser to join the call. This means that you and your family don’t have to choose a different app if you have a mix of people using different software.

You must approve anyone who tries to join using this link, preventing random people who get the link from joining your call. One note: someone always needs an Apple device, like an iPhone or iPad, to start the call. But then anyone can register.

Here’s what to do:

• Install iOS 15 if you haven’t already.
• Open FaceTime on your iPhone (or iPad.)
• Press the “Create Link” button at the top left.
• Choose how you want to send the link. You can send it via text, email, or any third-party messaging app on your device, like Teams or Slack. Send it.
• You will see the main FaceTime screen after sending the link to a friend.
• Now tap “FaceTime Link” on the left to start the call from your iPhone or iPad.
• Tap “Join”.
• Now anyone with the link can click the link, enter their name, and request to join the conversation.
• As the host, you will now approve anyone who wants to join by tapping a green check mark.

That’s it!