Facetime Review - why 4.2 stars?

Shlomi Lavi / updated: Mar 11, 2022

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What is Facetime?

FaceTime is a video telephony (video calling and video conferencing) solution that allows users to connect with family and friends all over the world via audio and video calls, watch videos together, and listen to music together. FaceTime is available on supported iOS mobile devices and Mac computers. The video calling app comes with several features, and some of its capabilities are discussed below:

• SharePlay: FaceTime allows users to listen to music and watch videos within a conversation. Video callers can leverage sharing volume controls, synced playback, and smart volume to keep the conversation going while watching.
• Center Stage: With the Center Stage feature available on FaceTime for the 3rd and 5th generation iPads, the software utilizes machine learning to adjust the selfie camera during video calls to keep the user(s) in the picture at all times.
• Mic Modes: FaceTime allows users to isolate every other sound around them, amplify their voices with the Voice Isolation feature, and bring every sound in their environment into the video call/meeting with the Wide Spectrum feature.
• Screen Sharing: Users can share the screens of their Apple devices (iPads, iPhones, Mac computers) to bring their favorite apps into FaceTime.
• FaceTime Links: With FaceTime Links, users can send a web link to anyone to join a FaceTime session. The link allows anyone to join from a web browser even without an Apple device.

Apple launched FaceTime in 2010. Apple was founded in 1976, and today, the company is headquartered in Cupertino, CA, USA.

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Who is it best for?

The typical customers include the following business size: Medium and large size businesses.

What is the actual cost?

FaceTime pricing is free, with no premium plans or free trial offers. Data charges and network provider charges may apply.

ITQlick pricing score is 2 out of 10 (10 is most expensive). Access ITQlick pricing guide for Facetime.

Pros

• FaceTime is easy to use and does not experience crashes
• The software is entirely free to use
• FaceTime comes with features like Center Stage, SharePlay, and mic modes that enhance the video call quality
• The app is easy to use and does not require any special settings

Cons

• Although FaceTime is available on the web, the full extent of its abilities can only be enjoyed with an Apple device
• FaceTime is limited to accommodating only 32 people

How it stacks up?

Access a head to head analysis of Facetime vs alternative software solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Facetime right for you or your business?

FaceTime is a video telephony platform on Apple devices (phones, iPads, and Mac computers). Users can connect over audio and video calls, share moments, and meet with as many as 32 people. FaceTime is used by Apple device users all over the world.