HT1657: FAQs about renting movies from the iTunes Store

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Jenelleadam

Q: Do I need wifi to watch a rented movie?

I am going on a long plane ride, do I need wifi a access to watch rented movies.

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Posted on Feb 12, 2013 2:40 PM

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Q: Do I need wifi to watch a rented movie?

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  • by NacaciaBO,

    NacaciaBO NacaciaBO Oct 13, 2015 9:45 AM in response to Jenelleadam
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    Oct 13, 2015 9:45 AM in response to Jenelleadam

    Movie rentals, even though downloaded, will require an internet connection to activate the countdown for the 24 hours expiration period. You may need to validate the rental prior to watching so it starts the rental period timer and for that you will need an internet connection. You can probably do that by starting the rented movie while on the Airport Wifi or right before leaving home. Once you have started playing the movie rental, internet connection is no longer required. You can play anywhere without internet connection.

     

    For more information on movie rentals, you can visit:

    https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201611

     

    Note: 24 hours time limit is for United States customer only, while 48 hours for other countries.

     

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