- Tap on Add Call, select the contact, or enter the phone number, then tap on Merge Calls.
- You can also receive an incoming call, select Hold & Accept, and then tap on Merge Calls to create a conference call.
- Tap on the ‘i’ button on the call screen to remove a person from the conference call, or start a private conversation with a member.
How to Make Conference Calls on iPhone
Starting a conference call on iPhone is pretty straightforward and you can attend the call on Bluetooth earphones as well. Here’s a step-by-step procedure:
Step 1: Tap on add call and select the contact you want to add to the group call.
If you do not have their contact saved and want to dial their number, use the keypad option at the bottom.
Step 2: Once the second person is added, the first person will automatically go on hold. To create a conference call, tap on merge calls .
Once you complete the above steps, you will be able to create a three-way call on your iPhone. The call name will be displayed in the format ‘Person1 & Person2’. If you want to start a 4-way call, simply repeat the above procedure.
Note : Only the host of the conference call can see all the participants.
Now, if there is a conversation going on among the other people in the conference call and you do not want to disturb them. Or, if you probably want to take a break without having to exit the ongoing call, use the mute option.
Add an Incoming Caller to a Group Phone Call on iPhone
Step 1: Once you receive the incoming call, you will find three different options to answer it. Click on Hold & Accept .
The existing conference call will be put on hold to accommodate the new incoming call .
Step 2: Now, click on merge calls .
How to Talk Privately on an iPhone Conference Call
Here’s how you can use the private option to talk to a selected few people on the call without the rest of them listening to you.
Step 1: On the conference call screen, tap on the i icon.
Step 2: You will now get a list of people on the call. Select private under the name of the person you intend to talk to privately.
Note : The availability of the private feature depends upon the carrier network you use. Unfortunately, it will be greyed out and not accessible if your carrier does not support it. (like in our case)
Using this option, you can talk to selected people while ensuring everyone else remains on the call. However, if you want to talk to a selected few, and do not mind removing others from the conference call, you can use the End button.
How to Remove a Person From an iPhone Group Call
Here’s how you can use the end button to remove a person from the conference call.
Step 1: Tap on the ‘i’ icon on the group call screen.
Step 2: Hit End under the name of the person you intend to remove.
