Foot iOS 17 iPadOS 17 brings reaction effects to FaceTime and other video conferencing apps. When activated, you'll see effects similar toiMessage Effects In your video calls. While this sounds fun and cool, for many users, FaceTime interactions (gestures) are not working on iOS 17 and iPadOS 17. If you're experiencing the same issue, read on to fix it.
FaceTime interactions work on both iPhone and iPad. However, if they don't work, it could be due to incompatible phones, outdated software, or a temporary glitch. Let's take a look at the fixes below to troubleshoot and fix the issue.
1. Software update
The new FaceTime interactions only work on iPhones and iPads running iOS 17 and iPadOS 17+, respectively. So, make sure you have the latest version of iOS. You can do this by going to iPhone Settings > General > About. You'll see your iOS version.
If you don't have iOS 17 or FaceTime doesn't display reaction effects even in iOS 17, update to the latest version. There's a chance there's a bug in your current software that's why FaceTime reactions aren't working.
Go to Settings > General > Software Update To check and update your iPhone software.
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2. Check supported devices
If FaceTime reactions or gestures aren't working in iOS 17, there could be another reason. Basically, FaceTime reactions only work on iPhone 12 and later models. Here's a complete list of iPhones and iPads that support FaceTime reactions:
- iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (3rd generation)
- iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation and later)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation and later)
- iPad (10th generation)
- iPad Air (4th generation and later)
- iPad mini (6th generation)
3. Reboot the device
Once you've confirmed your device is supported, you should begin the troubleshooting process by restarting your iPhone or iPad. Sometimes, feedback may not work due to a simple error. A restart should resolve this. Here's how to restart your device:
Step 1: Depending on your device model, off Your device by following these steps:
- For iPhone SE 5st generation, 5s, 5c, and XNUMX: Long press the top button.
- For iPhone SE 7nd generation and later, 8, and XNUMX: Long press the side button.
- For iPhone X and later: Long press the power button and any volume control button at the same time.
- For iPad without a Home button: Press and hold the power button and any volume control button at the same time.
- For iPad with Home button: Press and hold the power button.
Step 2: press with Continuation Scroll to the end.
Step 3: Now, long press the button. energy.
Once your device restarts, try FaceTime interactions. If the issue persists, continue to the next fix.
4. Use the front camera
Next, make sure you're only activating Reactions while using the front-facing camera, also known as the selfie camera. They won't work with the rear camera.
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5. Use the correct method to activate interactions.
FaceTime reactions can be activated in two ways. First, long-press the camera view, and reactions will appear. Select the appropriate response to send. Alternatively, you can activate reactions using specific gestures. So, make sure you use the correct gestures to trigger reactions in FaceTime or any other video conferencing app on your iPhone.
Here's a list of FaceTime reaction gestures supported on iOS and iPadOS 17+:
- heart sign
- ممتاز
- He was astonished
- Double Excellent
- double thumbs down
- Rock sign with both hands
- One-handed peace sign
- peace sign with both hands
6. Be patient and within the framework
If you're using gestures to activate FaceTime reactions, you'll need to be patient. FaceTime gestures typically take a second or two to activate. This isn't instantaneous, but a moment or two is enough for your iPhone or iPad to detect the gesture and activate the associated reaction effect.
Additionally, you should also ensure that your face and hands are within the frame. Both should be visible, otherwise FaceTime gestures won't work.
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7. The front camera is clean.
If iOS 17 FaceTime gestures aren't working, try cleaning the front camera. Gestures are sensitive, and the iPhone or iPad lens must be clean for them to be recognized.
Tip: You should also make sure that your iPhone screen protector does not cover the front camera in any way.
8. Enable interaction in Control Center
Generally, reaction gesture effects are enabled by default in iOS 17 and iPadOS 17+. However, there is a setting that allows you to turn off the gestures to activate reaction effects. You may have turned it off by mistake. Try turning it on as shown below:
Step 1: Start a FaceTime call and open Control Center on your iPhone.
Step 2: Click on Video Effects Followed by interactions to enable them.
Step 3: If it is already active, tap it to turn it off and then turn it on once again.
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9. Temporarily disable Facetime
Finally, if nothing helps, try temporarily disabling FaceTime. To do this, follow these steps:
Step 1: Open Settings on your iPhone.
Step 2: Go to FaceTime Turn off the toggle next to FaceTime.
Step 3: Prepared running iPhone or iPad.
Step 4: Refer to the Settings > FaceTime Enable the FaceTime toggle.
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Great features of Facetime
We hope this resolves the FaceTime interactions not working issue in iOS 17 and iPadOS 17. The latest version of iOS has received a lot of love for the Messages and FaceTime apps. Check out other great features introduced in iOS 17 for Messages and FaceTime. Also learn how to Send a video message on FaceTime.
