Why can’t I get FaceTime effects on my iPad mini 2

FaceTime Effects are not available for your device. It is not compatible:

• Phone XS Max
• iPhone XS
• iPhone X
• iPhone 8 Plus
• iPhone 8
• iPhone 7 Plus
• iPhone 7
• iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (2nd generation)
• iPad Pro (10.5-inch)
• iPad (6th generation)

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Facetime effects are not supported on iPad Mini.

Add camera effects in FaceTime calls on iPhone - Apple Support

Use a filter to change your appearance

1. On supported models, during a FaceTime video call, tap the screen, then tap . (If you don’t see , tap the screen.)

What do you mean by FaceTime effects?