Apple has added a new feature to record a message in FaceTime video calls.
Apple has integrated a large number of features in iOS 17 such as the new lock screen or NameDrop. But there are many more details about software update features that elude us. Details such as a feature that has been implemented in FaceTime that allows users to record a video message when video calls are not working.
For example, let’s say you start a FaceTime video call with one of your contacts and they don’t answer the call for some reason. In such cases iOS 17 gives you the option to record a message so that it reaches the recipient. You can even add FaceTime effects!
How to Record a FaceTime Video if They Don’t Answer the Video Call
If the FaceTime video call isn’t working due to connection issues or the other person can’t answer for some reason, the app will prompt you to record a video. The other user will see the missed video call and the video message.
- open app FaceTime in you iPhone or iPad.
- Start a video call with a contact.
- If the person you are calling does not answer, an unavailable message will appear next to the button “Record a video”.
- After pressing the “Record Video” button, you will have a 5 second countdown after which the video recording will begin.
Situations in which you can send a FaceTime message
You won’t always be able to send a video message via FaceTime, except in the following situations:
- When the receiver does not answer the video call.
- When the call cannot be completed by Connection problems Wi-Fi or mobile data.
- When the receiver has the airplane mode activated.
- When the receiving device is disabled.
- When the person you are calling declines the video call.
This is a feature of iOS 17 that is particularly useful for anyone who wants to explain the context of FaceTime video calling. So now you know, next time you can leave a video message so the other person knows how you are and can see you.
