Chapter 12

Hooking Up with Your World

IN THIS CHAPTER

Bullet Using Photo Booth

Bullet Chatting with Messages

Bullet Using Continuity Camera

Bullet Sharing screens with others

Bullet Connecting with FaceTime

This chapter is all about getting interesting things into — and out of — your MacBook. I might surprise you with something new to you, such as your laptop’s built-in FaceTime HD video camera, which gives you the ability to place and receive video and audio calls to friends and family on their Macs, iPhones, and iPads. You can send and receive instant messages from your friends as well, whether they have Macs, iOS devices, or smartphones from another manufacturer. Your MacBook can share its display with others, too.

Heck, I also show you how to turn your MacBook into an old-fashioned photo booth, just like the expensive models at your local mall or amusement park. Think “MacBook selfies” at your next party — complete with outrageous effects!

Using Photo Booth

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