The 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 required equipment. And with the latest software update, you can connect with your loved ones using FaceTime on your Apple TV 4K.
Just like using Google Duo on an Android TV, the new tvOS 17 update lets you use FaceTime on your Apple TV 4K. We are using the tvOS 17 Public Beta on our Apple TV 4K for this post. It will also be rolling for users in the stable tvOS 17 build. Let us show you how to use FaceTime on your Apple TV 4K.
How Helpful Is This Feature
Having FaceTime on your Apple TV 4K will help you to take calls with your family members sitting in one place. You don’t have to keep passing on your iPhone or iPad or try to stuff everyone in the frame. You can also use this at your office meet with multiple participants at once.
Requirements for Using FaceTime on Apple TV 4K
Compared to mirroring FaceTime from your iPhone to Apple TV 4K, you can directly use the FaceTime app on your Apple TV 4K. Here’s what you need to use it:
- Your Apple TV 4K runs the tvOS 17 software update.
- This feature is only available for Apple TV 4K (2nd gen or later).
- An iPhone with iOS 17 or later.
- The iPhone and Apple TV 4K needs to use same Wi-Fi network and Apple account.
Enable Continuity Camera on iPhone
Another requirement for using FaceTime on your Apple TV 4K is to enable the feature of Continuity Camera on your iPhone. Here’s how to check and enable the same.
Step 1: Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
Step 2: Scroll down and tap on General.
Step 3: Select AirPlay & Handoff.
Step 4: Tap the toggle next to Continuity Camera to enable the feature.
How to Use FaceTime for Apple TV 4K
Once you have installed the necessary software version and enabled Continuity Camera, here’s how to initiate a FaceTime call on your Apple TV 4K.
Step 1: Open FaceTime app from the home screen of your Apple TV 4K.
Step 2: Select your Apple account.
Step 3: Tap the prompt on the Lock Screen of your iPhone to allow Apple TV 4K to use the Continuity Camera feature.
Step 4: Tap on Accept.
Step 5: You can place your iPhone near your TV in landscape mode (horizontally) with the rear camera facing you.
You will see the FaceTime layout on your Apple TV 4K. After the iPhone camera is activated, you can select the contact using your Apple TV Remote to start the call.
You also have the option to enable Centre Stage, Portrait Mode, or Reactions at the bottom-right corner while being a part of the FaceTime call.
How to Disconnect iPhone From Apple TV 4K
To disconnect your iPhone from your Apple TV 4K after you finish using FaceTime, tap on Disconnect at the bottom of your iPhone screen.
How to Mirror FaceTime on Your Apple TV
If you don’t have the Apple TV 4K (2nd gen or later), you can use the old-school method of mirroring FaceTime from your iPhone to your Apple TV mode. Ensure you use 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: Tap the Screen Mirroring icon.
Step 3: Select your Apple TV name from the list.
Your iPhone screen will now be visible on your Apple TV.
Step 4: Open FaceTime on your iPhone and start the call with your contact.
You can now take the FaceTime call while it gets mirrored to the big screen of your TV. You can use Bluetooth headphones or earphones if you are sitting too far from your TV screen.
Use FaceTime On Your Apple TV 4K
If the built-in camera is not working on your Mac, you can switch to FaceTime on your Apple TV 4K with the help of your iPhone.
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