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FaceTime[edit]

FaceTime call screen on an iPhone

FaceTime is a proprietary videotelephony product developed by Apple Inc. FaceTime is available on supported iOS mobile devices and Mac computers. FaceTime allows users to make video calls over a Wi-Fi or cellular data connection.

History[edit]

FaceTime was announced by Steve Jobs on June 7, 2010, at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). Initially, FaceTime was only available on the iPhone 4, but it has since been expanded to other Apple devices, including the iPad, iPod Touch, and Mac computers.

Features[edit]

FaceTime allows users to make video calls with high-quality audio and video. It uses the device's front-facing camera to capture video and the microphone to capture audio. FaceTime calls can be made between any two compatible Apple devices.

Audio and Video Quality[edit]

FaceTime supports high-definition video calls, with resolutions up to 720p on supported devices. The audio quality is enhanced with noise cancellation technology to reduce background noise.

Group FaceTime[edit]

In 2018, Apple introduced Group FaceTime, allowing up to 32 participants to join a single video call. This feature is available on devices running iOS 12.1.4 or later and macOS Mojave 10.14.3 or later.

Compatibility[edit]

FaceTime is compatible with a wide range of Apple devices, including:

iPhone 4 and later
iPad 2 and later
iPod Touch (4th generation) and later
Mac computers running macOS 10.6.6 or later

Privacy and Security[edit]

FaceTime calls are encrypted end-to-end, ensuring that only the sender and receiver can access the content of the call. Apple has emphasized the importance of privacy and security in its products, and FaceTime is no exception.

Usage[edit]

FaceTime is widely used for personal and business communication. It is particularly popular among Apple users due to its seamless integration with other Apple services and devices.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''FaceTime''' is a proprietary [[videotelephony]] product developed by [[Apple Inc.]]. FaceTime is available on supported [[iOS]] mobile devices and [[Macintosh]] computers that run [[Mac OS X 10.6.6]] and later. FaceTime supports any iOS device with a forward-facing camera and any Macintosh computer equipped with a [[FaceTime Camera]], formerly known as an iSight Camera.
+== FaceTime ==
+[[File:IPhone_calling_screen.png|thumb|right|FaceTime call screen on an iPhone]]
+'''FaceTime''' is a proprietary videotelephony product developed by [[Apple Inc.]] FaceTime is available on supported [[iOS]] mobile devices and [[Macintosh|Mac]] computers. FaceTime allows users to make video calls over a [[Wi-Fi]] or cellular data connection.
 == History ==
-FaceTime was announced by [[Steve Jobs]] in conjunction with the [[iPhone 4]]'s reveal at the [[Worldwide Developers Conference]] in June 2010. The product was presented as a new communication medium that utilized the built-in dual cameras of the iPhone 4.
+FaceTime was announced by [[Steve Jobs]] on June 7, 2010, at Apple's [[Worldwide Developers Conference]] (WWDC). Initially, FaceTime was only available on the [[iPhone 4]], but it has since been expanded to other Apple devices, including the [[iPad]], [[iPod Touch]], and [[Macintosh|Mac]] computers.
+== Features ==
+FaceTime allows users to make video calls with high-quality audio and video. It uses the device's front-facing camera to capture video and the microphone to capture audio. FaceTime calls can be made between any two compatible Apple devices.
+=== Audio and Video Quality ===
+FaceTime supports high-definition video calls, with resolutions up to 720p on supported devices. The audio quality is enhanced with [[noise cancellation]] technology to reduce background noise.
-== Functionality ==
+=== Group FaceTime ===
-FaceTime works by establishing a connection between two supported devices. Most Apple devices (such as the iPhone, iPad, and Mac) are supported and can initiate video calls to each other via FaceTime. The service seamlessly integrates with the device's built-in camera, allowing users to engage in video calls with other FaceTime users.
+In 2018, Apple introduced Group FaceTime, allowing up to 32 participants to join a single video call. This feature is available on devices running [[iOS 12.1.4]] or later and [[macOS Mojave]] 10.14.3 or later.
 == Compatibility ==
-FaceTime is compatible with any iOS device with a forward-facing camera and any Macintosh computer equipped with a FaceTime Camera. FaceTime is also available for the [[iPad]], [[iPod Touch]], and newer models of the [[MacBook]] and [[iMac]].
+FaceTime is compatible with a wide range of Apple devices, including:
+* [[iPhone]] 4 and later
+* [[iPad]] 2 and later
+* [[iPod Touch]] (4th generation) and later
+* [[Macintosh|Mac]] computers running [[macOS]] 10.6.6 or later
 == Privacy and Security ==
-FaceTime uses [[end-to-end encryption]] to secure the communication between the two devices. This means that only the sender and receiver can view the data, and no one else, not even Apple, can access the video or audio data from FaceTime calls.
+FaceTime calls are encrypted end-to-end, ensuring that only the sender and receiver can access the content of the call. Apple has emphasized the importance of privacy and security in its products, and FaceTime is no exception.
-== Criticism and Controversy ==
+== Usage ==
-Despite its popularity, FaceTime has been subject to criticism and controversy. Some users have reported issues with connection stability and video quality. Additionally, because FaceTime is a proprietary software, it is not available on non-Apple devices, limiting its reach compared to other video call applications.
+FaceTime is widely used for personal and business communication. It is particularly popular among Apple users due to its seamless integration with other Apple services and devices.
-== See Also ==
+== Related pages ==
+* [[iOS]]
 * [[Apple Inc.]]
-* [[iPhone]]
+* [[Videotelephony]]
 * [[Macintosh]]
-* [[iOS]]
-* [[Videotelephony]]
 [[Category:Apple Inc. software]]
-[[Category:IOS software]]
-[[Category:MacOS software]]
 [[Category:Videotelephony]]
-{{Apple Inc.}}
-{{IOS}}
-{{MacOS}}
-{{Videotelephony-stub}}