An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link Although it's become such a common phrase that everyone uses, you can't actually FaceTime anyone using an Android phone. That's because FaceTime ...

FaceTime is one of the easiest ways to make a video call on an iPhone or Mac as long as the other people on the line also own Apple devices -- or so you might think. In fact, it turns out that ...

Q. Can I video-chat with my kids even though I have an iPhone and they all have Android phones? A. Yes, though you have to do one of a number of workarounds because Apple’s proprietary FaceTime isn't ...

If you wish to use your smartphone for video chat with a friend, you may have questions. Can an Android smartphone be FaceTimed by an iPhone? Can individuals who own various phone manufacturers engage ...

Skype launched an updated version of the video chatting software for Android smartphones, which now includes support for tablets and the most popular phones running the OS. Samsung Galaxy phones, HTC, ...

Chatting face-to-face is much more intimate than talking via voice alone. Though it doesn't have a version of Apple's FaceTime chat software available, Android has a powerful solution of its own with ...

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Mike Sorrentino is a Senior Editor for Mobile, covering phones, texting apps and smartwatches -- obsessing about how we can make the most of them. Mike also keeps an eye out on the movie and toy ...

Seeing ChatGPT respond to some of the most otherworldly prompts is one of the most unique and entertaining experiences. In fact, it’s almost scary how good this OpenAI-founded chatbot can be at times.

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. As a result of COVID-19 and social distancing, more people are turning to video-chat apps for help with gatherings, ...