Thankfully, smartphones allow you to add multiple people to the same call to create conference calls where all of you can speak to and hear each other at the same time. We’ll explain how to conference call on iPhone and Android below.
What is a Conference Call?
A conference call is simply a telephone call involving more than two people. Modern smartphones allow you to call someone, then add another person to that call. All three people on the call can hear and speak to each other. The number of people you can add to the call will depend on your carrier, but it is possible to have a conference call with as many as five people just using your phone app.
How to Conference Call on iPhone
On an iPhone, you can have up to five people on a conference call, as long as your network provider supports it. Setting up a conference call can be done with just a few taps. To set up a conference call on iPhone:
How to Conference Call on Android
The number of people you can add to a conference call on Android will depend on your network provider. Most networks should allow you to conference call with at least three people, including yourself. To set up a conference call on Android:
Make More of Your Smartphone
Knowing how to conference call on iPhone and Android allows you to make full use of the capabilities of your phone. Conference calls were once something that required expensive phone systems or products to perform. Thanks to the steps above, you can now do them with the phone in your pocket. There are plenty of other powerful features of your phone that you may not be taking full advantage of. Did you know that you can also add people to group texts? Or that you can enable Guest mode on Android phones to keep your data safe when someone else is using your phone? If you want to keep your photos away from prying eyes, it’s also possible to lock photos on your iPhone. If you want to send an email later on, but are worried you might forget, it’s possible to schedule text messages on Android. Comment Name * Email *
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