10. Video Phone Call Strategies Using FaceTime

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image How to use FaceTime for video phone calls

image How to use the Skype service (with the Skype app) to make and receive voice-over-IP calls and participate in free video phone calls

All of the more recent iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch models have a front-facing camera enabling you to shoot digital images or video clips (using the Camera app). These same cameras, along with your device’s built-in microphone and speaker (or an optional headset), can be used for real-time video phone calls.

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