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This article explains how to use Facetime, the Messages app, and third-party apps to make calls. How to Place Calls on Your iPad Using FaceTimeThe easiest way to make phone calls with your iPad is by using the video conferencing software called FaceTime. It comes with your iPad and uses your Apple ID to place phone calls to anyone who also has an Apple ID, which is anyone who owns an iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, or Mac computer. These calls are free, so even if you're using your iPhone, you won't be using your minutes. You can even receive calls on FaceTime by having people contact the email address associated with your Apple ID. These instructions apply to devices running iOS 10 and later. Here's how to use FaceTime.
How to Make FaceTime Calls Using MessagesYou can also make FaceTime calls to your contacts through the Messages app. Just like in the FaceTime app, you can only call people whose Apple IDs connect to their phone numbers.
Place Calls on Your iPad Using Your iPhone's Cellular NumberAs an alternative to FaceTime, you can place "iPhone calls" on your iPad. This feature syncs your iPad and iPhone to allow you to place and receive calls on your tablet as if it were really your phone. These calls are actually routed through your iPhone, so you can place calls to anyone, even if they don't have an Apple ID. Here's how you turn the feature on: Before you follow the instructions below, make sure to connect the iPhone and iPad to the same Wi-Fi network and that you're signed in to both using the same Apple ID.
Other Ways to Use Your iPad as a PhoneIf you want some options other than the standard ones on your iPad, you can also look into third-party internet calling apps. SkypeSkype is the most popular way to place internet calls, and unlike FaceTime, it isn't restricted to people using an iOS device. Skype on the iPad is a relatively simple process, though you need to download the Skype app. Unlike FaceTime, there could be fees involved with placing calls through Skype, but Skype-to-Skype calls are free, so you only pay for calling people who do not use Skype. Talkatone With Google VoiceFaceTime and Skype are great, both offering the advantage of placing video calls, but what about placing a free call to anyone in the U.S. regardless of whether or not they use a specific service? FaceTime only works with other FaceTime users, and while Skype can place a call to anyone, it's only free to other Skype users.
Talkatone is a free calling app that extends the Google Voice service by allowing calls over the data line, which means you can use it with your iPad. You need both the Talkatone app and the Google Voice app. Go to your Google Voice account and add your Talkatone number as a forwarding phone number. After you do this, outgoing calls show from your Talkatone phone number. Google Voice doesn't allow you to forward text messages to linked numbers, though, due to potential spam issues. FAQ
Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe How do I link my phone number to my iPad?Turn on your phone number for your Mac. Turn on your phone number for your iPad or iPod touch.. Go to Settings > Messages and make sure that iMessage is on. ... . Tap Send & Receive. ... . In the "You can receive iMessages to and Reply From" section, make sure that your phone number and Apple ID are selected.. How do I add a phone number to my Apple ID?Add a verification phone number. Go to the Apple ID website and sign in with your Managed Apple ID.. In the Security section, click Edit.. Click “Add a trusted phone number,” enter the phone number, select Text Message or Phone Call, then click Continue.. Enter the six-digit code, then click Verify.. Why can't I add my phone number to my iPad?On your iPhone, go to Settings > Phone > Calls on Other Devices, then turn on Allow Calls on Other Devices. On your iPad or iPod touch, go to Settings > FaceTime, then turn on Calls from iPhone. On your Mac, open the FaceTime app, then choose FaceTime > Preferences. Click Settings, then select Calls From iPhone.
How can I use my iPad as a phone?A common way to make calls on an iPad is with Facetime but you can also use your iPhone's cell number or the Messages app. iPhone calls on iPad sync the two devices and rout calls through your iPhone even without an Apple ID. You can also use third-party apps like Skype or Talkatone with Google Voice.
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