FaceTime call failing on my M1 Macbook Air

I often cannot place a FaceTime call from my M1 Macbook air. It just fails. It happens when I click on a contact in Spotlight. Has anyone successfully diagnosed this issue? Thank you!

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.0

Posted on Apr 27, 2022 5:46 AM

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1 reply

brbo

Level 8

38,587 points

Apr 27, 2022 10:22 PM in response to Palamede

Hi Palamede,

Welcome to the Apple Community.

Wondering if this could be a connection issue ... or something others are also experiencing.

You may want to try Apple's method of calling in online support articles:

(It is necessary to be logged-in with your Apple ID)

Use FaceTime on Mac - Apple Support

Make calls in FaceTime on Mac – Apple Support (AU)

If FaceTime isn't working on your Mac - Apple Support

All the best :-)

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