Major Apple users always prefer FaceTime to Video Call, instead of downloading any third-party video calling app. Year after year, Apple has always focused on strengthening FaceTime, whether it is adding support for 32 people at the same time or introducing the Picture-in-Picture mode. iOS 14 changed the vision, how we use the iPhone, how it was before, and also increased the desire to get more with newer updates, isn’t it? We’ve prepared this article, focusing the FaceTime, specifically, how to pause FaceTime on iPhone, iPad.
With iOS 14, Picture-in-Picture crossed the paths of iOS and iPadOS folks, if you ask me; this was the most awaited feature on iPhone and iPad. The reason is, Android people are already using it for years, while Apple didn’t put it into the iPhone, until now. Let’s get back to the topic, and learn how to Go Pause on FaceTime in iOS 14 iPhone, iPad.
How to Unpause and Pause FaceTime on iPhone, iPad
A simple trick to Pause FaceTime Call?
When you switch to another app during a FaceTime call, the video and audio on FaceTime will pause until you return to the app. For example, open the Instagram app while you are on FaceTime. However, if you have an iOS device with iOS 14 or later, you can now use the Picture in Picture feature to continue your FaceTime call even while using other apps. This will allow you to resize and move the FaceTime window to any corner of the screen while you multitask on your device.
How to text while on FaceTime without pausing
If you want to text while on a FaceTime call without pausing the video or audio, you can use the Picture in Picture feature on iOS devices running iOS 14 or later. This will allow you to continue your FaceTime call in a small window while you use other apps, including the Messages app. Here’s how you can do it:
- During a FaceTime call, swipe down from the top-right corner of the screen to access the Control Center.
- Tap on the Picture in Picture button, which looks like a small rectangle with an arrow pointing towards the bottom right corner.
- The FaceTime call will now be minimized into a small window that you can move around and resize on your screen.
- Open the Messages app or any other app you want to use while on the call.
- You can now type your message or do whatever you need to do on the other app while still seeing and hearing the FaceTime call in the small window.
How to Enable Picture-in-Picture Mode on iPhone?
Once you disable the Picture-in-Picture Mode, from the next time the ongoing FaceTime will be automatically paused when you switch the app. Keep note that, you won’t be able to use PiP mode with other PiP-compatible applications.
- Navigate to the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Tap General.
- Go to Picture in Picture and turn the toggle to the right side next to the Start PiP Automatically.
Anytime, follow the same steps to enable/disable the PIP mode on the iPhone.
