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Why do two phones ring at the same time?
Settings-wise, the reason the phones actually ring together is due to a new feature FaceTime called iPhone Cellular Calls, but the underlying cause is more relevant, and that is the sharing of a single iCloud and/or Apple ID.
Why do I get calls on both my iPhones?
So iCloud is the reason why calls are showing up on both iPhones. This is often the case when families, partners or relatives decide to link devices for easier common access to e.g. iCloud Drive. Using the same Apple ID on two iPhones actually causes the issue with the recent calls list of your Phone app.
Can I use same AppleID on 2 phones?
You can use a single AppleID on many devices, including 2 iphones. Note though that if you use the same AppleID for iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime then you are using a single account for those services. All devices using that AppleID share all messages, conversations, iCloud emails, contacts, calendars, phone logs etc.
What does it mean to ring multiple phones at the same time?
Simultaneous ringing enables multiple phones to ring at the same time when a call comes in. Once the call gets answered, the ringing will stop on the other lines. Simultaneous ring is an irreplaceable tool for business as it enables you to take calls from any of your designated lines, and it can help your staff avoid missing any inbound calls.
How can I stop two iPhones from ringing at the same time?
You can stop the 2 iphones ringing at the same time by turning off the feature. You have to go to Settings, then select FaceTime, Then turn iPhone Cellular Calls OFF. A lot of times when two iphones ring together or at the same time it is usually when they are both on the same wifi network.
Why does my iPhone stop ringing when I make a call?
On your other devices, you may use an Apple ID that is different from the one on your iPhone. This will also stop your Apple devices from ringing when you get a call on the iPhone. That’s all, mate! I find this feature handy.
How do I set up simultaneous ringing on my cell phone?
Simultaneous ringing can be set up in the Control Panel through Global Call Forwarding. Below is a detailed set of instructions to configure simultaneous ringing with your call forwarding number: