WorldPingFaceTime isn't actually an Apple-exclusive feature.
While it's not the full experience, joining calls is possible on Android and Windows devices.
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WorldPingIf you find yourself swapping between two iPhones regularly, whether for work or casual use, you're going to want to set up Handoff.
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WorldPingXbox mode is akin to Big Picture Mode, where you get a gaming-friendly interface that works well with a controller.
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WorldPingThe side button on Samsung's Galaxy phones has performed different functions over the years, but you can really make it do whatever you want.
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WorldPingSome phones have IR blasters to enable remote functions, but even if yours doesn't, you can do quite a lot over Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
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