iOS 27.2 Brings FaceTime Dual Capture to Group Calls
The update also adds support for third-party sign language interpreters and live captioning in FaceTime, plus Edge Light on iPhone Duo.
Apple's iOS 27.2 update expands FaceTime's Dual Capture feature to all video calls, including group calls, according to 9to5mac.com. Dual Capture was previously limited to one-on-one calls.
On iPhone 17 or newer, pressing the Flip button during a video call now activates both the front and rear cameras by default. Everyone on a Dual Capture call needs iOS 27, iPadOS 27, or macOS 27 installed.
The update also adds a Sign Language button to FaceTime's three-dot menu, which supports third-party sign language interpreter apps. An interpreter app appears as a participant tile showing a Waiting for Interpreter status, then displays the interpreter's name once they join.
iOS 27.2 further adds support for third-party live captioning in FaceTime alongside the existing built-in Live Captions feature. On iPhone Duo, a new Edge Light feature works across multiple video calling apps, including FaceTime.
FaceTime Edge Light is enabled from Control Center via FaceTime Controls and lets users adjust intensity and color temperature.
Older context
Apple added Dual Capture to FaceTime in iOS 27, letting users show the front and rear camera views at once.
Quick answers
What does iOS 27.2 change in FaceTime?
It expands Dual Capture to group calls, adds a Sign Language button for third-party interpreter apps, supports third-party live captioning, and brings Edge Light to iPhone Duo.
Which devices support FaceTime Dual Capture in group calls?
On iPhone 17 or newer, the Flip button activates both cameras by default, and everyone on the call needs iOS 27, iPadOS 27, or macOS 27.
Where is FaceTime Edge Light enabled?
On iPhone Duo, it is enabled from Control Center via FaceTime Controls, where intensity and color temperature can be adjusted.