A:AnswerWhen you are not using your Facebook Portal cover the lens. if you are worried about friends seeing your contact use one of the other apps on the Portal or turn it around so none can see your contacts.
A:AnswerYes, my son lives in Poland, I used the portal and he used his cell phone. I bought him a Portal (as they aren't sold in Poland) and now we connect using my portal and my son using his Portal. Big difference in the ability to actually feel as though I am there with him and his family.
A:AnswerIn order to communicate back and forth with your mom have her download any of this apps on her device and happy video calling.
Messenger
Whatsapp
Zoom
Microsoft Teams
Webex
Go to meeting
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