How to Use SharePlay to Virtually Connect With Loved Ones

If you can't physically be near loved ones this year during the holidays—we are very much still in a pandemic, after all—one way to keep in touch is through video calls. SharePlay lets you share your screen during FaceTime calls, peruse photos in Apple's Photos app, watch a movie or show in real-time with synced playback and shared controls, listen to a new album together, or even work out simultaneously. How to Watch Movies, Listen to Music, and Use SharePlay Apps If you want to watch something or stream music with friends or family during a FaceTime call, you'll first need to make sure they have the app. If you try to start a SharePlay session but nothing happens for the person you're video calling with, then there's a good chance it's because they don't have the app installed. If the app you're using is supported, just open it during your video call and you'll see a banner notification that says “Choose Content to Use SharePlay" or “Will SharePlay Automatically.” Tap on a movie you want to watch in Disney+, a song you want to listen to on Spotify, a workout you want to try in Fitness+, or just open TikTok to browse memes.