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Apple TV/iTunes movie download times

Have had Apple TV for over 2 years but in the last several months, when I rent a movie from iTunes, it takes over 2 hours for the movie to download. This was never the case in the past. It used to just take moments. I have changed NOTHING within my system, nor do I feel I should have to. Could someone explain to me why this is happening? I also use Apple TV to stream my Netflix movies...no lag time at all with those.


It does tell me that I would it to download faster I should change the resolution in "settings". Well, why the **** would I want to do that? And whay suddenly have to do this? Kind of ruins the reason for having a high end SONY flat screen.


Open to ideas.


Kindest regards~


Lauren

Apple TV

Posted on Sep 8, 2013 12:27 PM

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Sep 10, 2013 9:12 AM in response to laurenfromasheville

Hello laurenfromasheville,


Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.

For more information on this, take a look at:


iTunes Store: Download times will vary

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1577


2-hour movie1.0-1.5 GB18-24 minutesAbout 1.5-2 hoursn/a2
2-hour HD movie3.0-4.5 GB54-72 minutes3About 4.5-6 hours3n/a2



Apple TV (3rd generation) - Technical Specifications

http://support.apple.com/kb/SP648


A sustained 8-Mbit/s or faster Internet connection is recommended for viewing 1080p high-definition movies and TV shows, 6-Mbit/s or faster for viewing 720p content, and 2.5-Mbit/s or faster for standard-definition content. Internet connection speeds may vary depending on your ISP and other factors.


Best of luck,

Mario

Apple TV/iTunes movie download times

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