Apple TV 4K is your gateway to watching your favorite content from the comfort of your home. You can watch movies and shows in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos if you have the necessary equipment. And with the latest software update, you can connect with loved ones using FaceTime on Apple TV 4K.
Just like using Google Duo on Android TVThe new tvOS 17 update lets you use FaceTime on your Apple TV 4K. We're using tvOS 17 Public Beta On our Apple TV 4K in this post. It will also be rolling out to users in the stable tvOS 17 release. Let's show you how to use FaceTime on your Apple TV 4K.
How useful is this feature?
Having FaceTime on your Apple TV 4K will help you answer calls with family members sitting in the same place. You don't have to constantly fiddle with your iPhone or iPad or try to fit everyone in the frame. You can also use it at your office to meet with multiple participants at once.
Facetime on Apple TV 4K Requirements
Compared to mirroring FaceTime from your iPhone to Apple TV 4K, you can use the FaceTime app directly on your Apple TV 4K. Here's what you need to use it:
- Apple TV 4K is running the tvOS 17 software update.
- This feature is only available for Apple TV 4K (XNUMXnd generation or later).
- iPhone running iOS 17 or later.
- Your iPhone and Apple TV 4K need to use the same Wi-Fi network and Apple account.
Enable Continuity Camera on iPhone
Another requirement for using FaceTime on your Apple TV 4K is enabling the Continuity Camera feature on your iPhone. Here's how to check and enable it.
Step 1: Open an app Settings on your iPhone.
Step 2: Scroll down and tap general.
Step 3: Locate AirPlay & hand off.
Step 4: Click the toggle button next to Camera Continuity to enable the feature.
How to Use Facetime for Apple TV 4K
Once you have the necessary software version installed and Continuity Camera enabled, here's how to start a FaceTime call on your Apple TV 4K.
Step 1: Open an app FaceTime From the Apple TV 4K home screen.
Step 3: Tap the prompt on your iPhone's Lock screen to allow Apple TV 4K to use the feature. Continuity Camera.
Step 4: Click on acceptance.
Step 5: You can place your iPhone near the TV in the mode horizontal (Horizontally) With the rear camera facing you.
You'll see the FaceTime layout on your Apple TV 4K. After activating your iPhone camera, you can select the contact using Apple TV Remote to start the call.
How to disconnect your iPhone from your Apple TV 4K
To disconnect your iPhone from Apple TV 4K after you're done using FaceTime, tap Disconnect at the bottom of the iPhone screen.
How to view Facetime on your Apple TV
If you don't have an Apple TV 4K (XNUMXnd generation or later), you can use the old-school method to mirror FaceTime from your iPhone to your Apple TV. Make sure you're using the same Wi-Fi network and Apple account on your Apple TV and iPhone.
Step 1: On your iPhone, swipe down from the top-right corner to access Control Center.
Step 2: Click on the icon Screen Mirroring.
Step 3: Specify a name Your Apple TV from the list.
Your iPhone screen will now be visible on your Apple TV.
You can now make a FaceTime call while it's displayed on your TV's big screen. You can use Bluetooth headphones or earbuds if you're sitting far away from the TV screen.
Use Facetime on Apple TV 4K
if it was The built-in camera is not working on your Mac.You can switch to FaceTime on Apple TV 4K with the help of your iPhone.
