That is true. IG Switzerland requires a FaceTime call to ID you. I never thought about it, but I am sure they must be aware that not everyone uses Apple. I am sure they could use an alternative if you ask them (i.e. Skype). I am guessing.
In any case, it only requires a brief conversation, passport identification by FaceTime, fill up a form, and a minimum of 5.000 CHF to open the account. PRT is free as long as you fulfil a number of operations every month.
