Being able to FaceTime your loved ones is one of the best parts have an iPhone iPad, iPod touch or Mac. However, Apple has expanded its camera app’s portrait mode for FaceTime calls.
This change has left many people confused as to why their backgrounds are suddenly blurred when they are on call. If this has happened to you and you want to disable this feature, we will help you.
How to make a FaceTime call
First, let’s review the steps for how to make a FaceTime call. You can do this in several ways. First process:
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Accessing FaceTime is as easy as pressing a button on your Apple device. (CyberGuy.com)
- Click the big green button with the inscription The new FaceTime
- Enter the name of the person you want to FaceTime (you must add them as a contact)
- Press the green FaceTime button to make the call
Another way you can FaceTime someone is by doing the following:
- Go to yours Contacts
- Click the name of the person you want to use FaceTime
- Click the button with the inscription FaceTime under your contact’s name to make a call
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How to blur and unblur the background in FaceTime
Some people like the idea of ​​background blur in FaceTime because of what it gives them better sense of privacy. If you want to blur the background during a FaceTime call, follow these steps:
- Open yours The FaceTime app
- Click the big green button with the inscription The new FaceTime
- Enter the name of the person you want to FaceTime (you must add them as a contact)
- Press the green FaceTime button to make the call
- Then swipe down from the top right corner of the screen to open Control center
- You will notice a Video effects option at the top left
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FaceTime has a feature that allows you to blur the background during a conversation. (CyberGuy.com)
- If you want to blur the background, tap Video Effects and choose Portrait turn around Portrait mode is on. If this feature is already enabled and you want to disable it, tap Portrait again to turn it off
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A woman on her iPhone is admiring all the features and video effects of her FaceTime app. (CyberGuy.com)
How do I keep myself safe during a FaceTime call?
FaceTime is there handy app, although you should always make sure that you use the application safely and do not put your privacy at risk. Here are a few things to keep in mind during a FaceTime call:
- Security: Make sure you using a secure Wi-Fi network to make FaceTime calls. Avoid using public Wi-Fi hotspots or unsecured networks, as you may risk hacking and interception of your call data. Also, make sure you’re using the latest version of FaceTime to take advantage of any security fixes and updates.
- Privacy: Be careful when giving out personal information during a FaceTime call. You never know who might be listening or watching, especially if your call isn’t private. Be aware of your surroundings and make sure you are in a quiet, private place when you make the call.
- Record: Be careful when making or receiving FaceTime calls from strangers, as they can potentially record the call without your knowledge or consent. If you’re worried about being recorded, you can turn off the camera during a call or use a third-party app that offers more privacy features.
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