FaceTime Now Open to All: Join Calls on Android, Windows

Apple's FaceTime, once exclusive to Apple devices, can now be joined by users with Android phones and Windows PCs. This feature, introduced in 2021 with iOS 15 and macOS Monterey, allows users to participate in audio and video calls using a web link.

To join a FaceTime call on Android or Windows, a user needs a device connected to the internet and an updated web browser. An iPhone, iPad, or Mac user can invite others to a FaceTime call using a link, which can be opened on a non-Apple device. To join the call, the user needs to enter their name and grant permission for the browser to use their camera and microphone.

Once joined, FaceTime calls on non-Apple devices support standard call options like switching to full-screen video, muting the microphone, and flipping the camera. However, some features like screen sharing and SharePlay are not available on non-Apple devices.

## What You Need to Know Apple recommends using the latest version of Chrome or Edge and having a strong internet signal for stable FaceTime calls. There is no need for a non-Apple device user to have an Apple Account to join a FaceTime call.

## Why It Matters The ability to use FaceTime across platforms is a significant development, as it allows users with different devices to communicate seamlessly. While there are other cross-platform options for video calls, FaceTime is a popular choice among iPhone users, and this update makes it more inclusive. With this feature, users with Android phones and Windows PCs can now participate in FaceTime calls, making it easier to stay connected with friends and family who use Apple devices.