Does your iPad and Mac ring every time you receive a call on your iPhone? You are probably wondering what is causing all of its ringtones to start unexpectedly. Here is a solution to avoid having all your Apple devices ring at the same time..
Prevent incoming calls from ringing Mac and iPad
Like many iPhone users, you have certainly been faced with a curious digital ringing concert. The scenario is always the same. You receive a call on your iPhone, you will get up to pick up when all of a sudden, all your Apple devices start to ring in unison.
Imagine what it could be like in a 60 m2 apartment with a woman and children equipped with an iPhone. It is to drive you crazy. And worst of all, after taking the call, the iPad, the Mac, and other Apple devices continue to ring for a few seconds..
Why my Apple devices all ring at the same time
The person responsible for this cacophony is called continuity. This function, activated by default on the iPhone and other devices stamped with an apple, allows you to answer a call from a computer or tablet when they are linked to the same iCloud account.
On paper, this solution does not lack advantages. But in reality, it tends to annoy iPhone users quickly. Fortunately, Apple has provided an option to completely block or limit the number of devices that ring when a call arrives..
Block incoming calls on an iPad
The iPad is a great tool for viewing videos, browsing the internet, listening to music or viewing photos. By cons when it comes to making calls, we preferred his little brother the smartphone. Unless you have a wireless headset or headset.
- Open iPad settings
- Scroll down the window and click on the FaceTime section
- Tap the switch to allow calls to other devices
Now your iPad will no longer ring when you receive a call on your iPhone. Obviously this option should only be disabled if you are not using it. You should also know that it is possible to answer a call even if the iPad does not have a Sim card. Just connect your tablet to the same iCloud account as your iPhone and activate the Wi-Fi connection on both mobile devices.
Block the ringtone on a Mac
When you receive a call on your iPhone, all Apple devices connected to the same Wi-Fi network will ring, including your laptop. However, this can cause some problems. It is possible to deactivate this function in the settings of your Mac.
- Launch the FaceTime app on your Mac
- Click on the FaceTime button at the top of the menu bar
- Select the Preferences option
- Uncheck the calls from iPhone box
Rest assured that will not prevent you from making video calls from your computer. FaceTime calls have the advantage of being free and working on all Apple devices, even those without a phone number.
Disable routing of your calls to other devices
Can't you imagine for a moment making or taking a phone call with anything other than a phone? The call continuity function annoys you to the highest point? Here is a radical solution to completely silence the ringer of all your devices.
- Open the settings application on your iPhone
- Tap the phone icon
- Select the option calls on other devices
- Press the green switch to allow calls to other devices to deactivate the function
Your tablet or computer will no longer make any unwanted sounds when a call comes in. Note however that the Apple Watch is an exception to this rule. To block calls on your connected watch, you will need to go to the notification settings of the Watch application.