Owners of modern Apple devices know that in the latest models, FaceTime is among the pre-installed applications. What is FaceTime, why is this application needed, how to work with it and how to fix some errors, now let's see. There is nothing complicated here, since most users have already encountered programs of this type, although it may not even be aware of this. Meanwhile, the way it is.
What is FaceTime?
The FaceTime application itself is a small program for making video calls, making regular phone calls and text messaging. Speaking about what FaceTime is, by and large it can be noted that this application is a kind of truncated analogue of the well-known Skype program, in which there are several more options. There are some features of the Viber application (for example, binding a mobile number).
You should immediately pay attention to the fact that the application works only on certain types of “apple” devices, namely, on iPhone 4 and above, iPad mini or iPad 2 and above, iPods of the fourth generation and above, as well as on laptops and desktop computers Apple with Mac OS X version 10.6.6 or later installed. However, when considering some aspects of application activation and possible failures, we will focus on mobile gadgets.
Registration Issues
So, before using the application, you need to register and activate a new profile. To do this, after enabling Wi-Fi access and launching the application, you should create a profile using your own Apple ID with an email address and password, after which the existing mobile number should be linked to the program settings.
If you have problems with e-mail, you can add another address in the settings, and by and large, create a new Apple ID in general.
FaceTime does not work: possible application errors
But not always the initial setup looks absolutely smooth. Errors are possible. Most often, FaceTime activation fails. The error itself looks like a constantly hanging inscription under the inclusion slider about waiting for activation.
Basically, many experts attribute this problem to the transition to a new version of the operating system (most often when changing from iOS 6 to iOS 7). We are not talking about disruptions in connection and connection to VPN networks via WiFi. In this case, the application simply will not start.
Crash Fix Methods
As for the correction of this error, the most basic thing here is to check the basic parameters specified during the first registration. But for starters, you can try to just restart the device. In some cases, this helps if you disable the program first, and then restart the device after restarting the device. In this case, you do not need to turn on the device immediately, it is better to pause for about 5-10 seconds (by the way, it is recommended to restart the system after entering data in the necessary order, almost like in Windows, for the changes to take effect).
If the problem remains, then you really have to do a parameter check. But suppose all the data is entered correctly, but activation does not work stubbornly. In this situation, proceed as follows.
We go into the basic settings and select the reset section, in which you need to tap on the network reset line. In addition, it is worth paying attention to the restrictions section, where the camera and the application itself should be included.
Also, in some cases, setting automatic parameters for the date and time may help.
Sometimes you can use the message sending and receiving section, where you just need to log out of your Apple ID and then log in again.
You can also turn off FaceTime in messages, remove the SIM card, turn on the application again, and enter the email address of your Apple ID. Next, you need to insert the card into the slot, then two messages will appear indicating the possible means of troubleshooting, where you must definitely refuse to use them.
Finally, in the settings you need to go to the section of calendars, mail and addresses, in the contacts, select the item of your data and select yourself there, yes, exactly yourself.
Another issue related to FaceTime may appear. Megafon (mobile operator) offers its own settings for the correct network setup. Therefore, their values must be checked in the appropriate settings. In extreme cases, you can contact the operator or make a request to re-send automatic settings to the specified number in the form of a Push message.
Conclusion
In general, I think it’s already clear what FaceTime is and how to fix some failures regarding constantly hanging activation. By the way, the above methods are also suitable for fixing some other problems that may appear when using applications that require constant access to the Internet with support for a registered Apple ID account. But in general, the most efficient method is recognized as a method of resetting the network settings with reconnecting after. This is confirmed by the vast majority of specialists and users.