Facetime for Android - the best alternatives to Apple's video telephony
Facetime is the name of Apple's popular video chat service. This practical tip shows whether you can also use it on Android and what alternatives there are.
Can you use Facetime on Android devices?
The answer is simply: no. Facetime is a service that Apple developed exclusively for its in-house devices. This closed system is an important part of Apple's marketing strategy.
- If you want to use Facetime, you have to buy an iPhone, iPad or other compatible device.
Facetime: What are the alternatives for Android users?
Even without Facetime, you as an Android user do not have to do without free video telephony. There are relevant alternatives for the Google operating system:
- Google Hangout - this is Google’s specially developed competitor to Facetime. Video chats - even with entire groups - are possible here free of charge. There is an app for Android and iOS. On the desktop PC, you can simply start Hangout from the browser.
- Skype - the most well-known service for voice and video calls is available as an app for Android. Here, too, you can communicate with your friends across platforms.
- Viber - A little bit younger but still a serious alternative for free internet telephony. Video chats have also been possible since version 5.
