HT1657 once my rented movie is downloaded do i have to be connected to the internet to watch it?

I want to download a rented movie to watch where i don't have internet can I do this?

Welcome to the Apple Community.
From my own personal experience, I have found that when I turn off the Wi-Fi on my Wi-Fi only iPad, I am still able to play rented movies on it. I have tried this perhaps four or five times and in each case, this has been the result. I have also noted that other users have had the same experience as I.
However saying that I have noted a small number of users that have stated they are unable to view rented movies without an Internet connection. This knowledge base article from Apple, also suggests that an Internet connection is required.

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HT1657 Once a rented movie is downloaded do I need an Internet connection to view it? For example can I download a movie and watch it on a flight?

Once a rented movie is downloaded do I need an Internet connection to view it? For example can I download a movie and watch it on a flight?

Please be aware of the movie rental's time limitation that you have 30 days from the time of rental to watch your movie, and once you start watching it, you have 24 hours to finish watching it. You may watch it as many times as you like during those 24 hours. It may be helpful to make sure the download completes successfully before you begin watching the movie.
Once the download is complete you can watch it without an Internet connection. However, an Internet connection to the iTunes Store is required to authorize playback or activate the 24 hours time-limit of movie rentals. This means, only during the starting of the movie. Once you have started playing the movie rental, internet connection is not required. You can play anywhere without internet connection.
For more information on movie rentals, you can visit:
iTunes Store: Movie rental frequently asked questions (FAQ)
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1657
Note: 24 hours time limit is for United States customer only, while 48 hours for other countries.

Do you have to be connected to the internet to watch a rented movie on my ipad after I download it?

I am getting on a flight on Saturday and want to be able to download movies to rent before I leave but want to make sure after I download them at home that I don't have to be connected to wifi to watch them.

No, once downloaded you can play it whenever you like.

HT1657 Do I need to be connected to the internet to watch a rented movie once it is downloaded?

If I rent a movie from iTunes and I download it to my phone. Do I need to be connected to the internet to watch the movie?

Some posts have suggested that you need to be online when starting to watch the film - so if you want to watch it somewhere where you won't have internet then you could watch a few seconds of the film when you do (you have 24 hours if you are in the US, 48 hours elsewhere, from when you start watching a rental until it expires)

HT1657 Do I have to connected to the Internet to watch a rental movie

Do I have to connected to the Internet to watch rental movies?

As long as the film has been fully downloaded then you should be able to watch it without being online.

Do you have to be connected to the internet for the download to complete?

do you have to be connected to the internet for the download to complete?

Sure. Or where else do you think those files would be coming from?
Mylenium

HT4061 I can not connect to ITunes Store to download updates. I have no trouble connecting to the internet. It worked OK up to about a last month. can any body help.

I can not connect to ITunes Store to download updates. I have no trouble connecting to the internet. It worked OK up to about a last month. can any body help.

Hi there bigyellowdigger!
I have an article here that can help you troubleshoot this issue with your connection to the iTunes Store. That article can be found right here:
Can't connect to the iTunes Store
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1368
Take care, and thanks for visiting the Apple Support Communities.
-Braden

When trying to install downloaded software I am prompted to connect to the internet but I already am connected and the software will not install.

When trying to install downloaded software I am prompted to connect to the internet but I am already connected. This also occurs when trying to install an Adobe update.

A cable modem always needs a complete reset whenever you change the device that it is connected to.
To get your Internet signal restored, it will require at least one major step including the reset of your modem and complete network power cycle.
If that is not successful, the second major step is to reset the AirPort Extrreme back to factory defaults and then combine the steps above again.
Try this first:
Push the reset button on the cable modem (if present) and pull the internal batter (if easily accessible) then power off the modem
Power off everything else on your network....all devices....order is not important
Wait at least 20 minutes...longer will not hurt
Make sure that the Ethernet cable from the modem is connected to the WAN port (circle of dots or world icon) on the AirPort Extreme
Re-install the modem battery if it was pulled in the step above
Power up the modem and let it run for 4-5 minutes by itself
Power up the AirPort Extreme and let it run for 4-5 minutes
Power up each other network device one at a time about a minute apart until everything is powered back up
Check the network for proper operation

HT4623 Hi. My device won't update iOS in settings. It won't download apps for me. Itis connected to the internet). The latest app I tried to download appears stuck! Has not completed its download, won't open and I cannot delete it. What can I do?

Hi. My device won't update iOS in settings. It won't download any new apps for me. (It is connected to the internet). The latest app I tried to download appears stuck! Has not completed its download, won't open and I cannot delete it. What can I do? I purchased the product online a year ago. I'm not sure of the exact date... I think it was late November 2012.
Any help appreciated.
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If this has happened more than once the problem is likely on your PC.
See here: http://www.apple.com/support/iphone/assistant/itunes/

HT4623 I tried to download the ios 6.1.1 and I keep being told it can't download because I'm no longer connected to the internet

When trying to install the ios 6.1.1 update, I get a message saying I can't install because I'm no longer connected to the internet. Every other app that requires internet connection work fine.

METHODS:
A :
Go to settings, then iTunes and apps, click on your Apple ID and then sign out. Sign back in and see if it works.
B :
Double-tap the Home button to bring about the multitasking screen
Navigate to “Settings” then swipe up on the Settings app to send it off the screen, thereby quitting
Go back to the home screen, relaunch Settings, and try to download the update again.
C :
Open Settings and go to “General” followed by “Reset”
Choose “Reset Network Settings” and tap the red text to confirm the reset – this will trash the network configuration and restart iOS
When booted back to the home screen, reconnect to a Wi-Fi network through settings
Install the iOS update as usual
Keep me posted

HT1657 If I rent move and download it to my iPad 3 can I watch it later in a tunnel were there is no connection to the Internet?

Can I watch a rented movie without an Internet connection?

As long as the film has been fully downloaded then you shouldn't need to be online in order to then watch it

HT1657 I am going on a 2 hour flight. Do I have to be connected to the internet to play the movie?

I want to rent a mivue on my MacBook to watch while I am in an airplane. I will not have an internet connection. Can I watch the movie without an internet connection?

Please be aware of the movie rental's time limitation that you have 30 days from the time of rental to watch your movie, and once you start watching it, you have 24 hours to finish watching it. You may watch it as many times as you like during those 24 hours. It may be helpful to make sure the download completes successfully before you begin watching the movie.
Once the download is complete you can watch it without an Internet connection. However, an Internet connection to the iTunes Store is required to authorize playback or activate the 24 hours time-limit of movie rentals. This means, only during the starting of the movie. Once you have started playing the movie rental, internet connection is not required. You can play anywhere without internet connection.
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. You'll have 24 hours to watch the movie after you start it.
For more information on movie rentals, you can visit:
iTunes Store: Movie rental frequently asked questions (FAQ)
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1657
Note: 24 hours time limit is for United States customer only, while 48 hours for other countries.

When downloading film rentals it went really fast ,now the download time is showing 300 hrs and such .I have a good connection with the internet .Any thoughts

Having problems importing rental films from I tunes.Have rented before with no problem and have a strong internet connection.Before it would take about 20 mins ,now it is showing 300 hours and more and not getting anywhere.

Log in to the Developer forum. You will find instructions on how to install the lastest beta. Your problem is the beta you have installed has expired. All of them did on October 5; you will find hundreds of threads discussing this. If you have a beta it is assumed that you will continue as a beta tester, so a simple update using iTunes will not work.
If you no longer want to be a beta tester install the GM 7.0.2 by restoring from iTunes using DFU mode.

HT1657 Is it necessary to be connected to the internet to watch a movie?

Does someone know if this is necessary? I'd like to watch a rental on my way to the Dominican Republic, but I've absolutely no clue if its necessary to have an internet connection to start or watch a rental. Hope someone is able to help me.

As long as the film has been fully downloaded then you shouldn't need to be online in order to then watch it.

Having trouble with The Walking dead game downloading episodes 2 - 5 keeps saying connection to the internet has been lost.

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Does Safari or Mail connect?
Some things to try first:
1. Turn Off your iPad. Then turn Off (disconnect power cord for 30 seconds or longer) the wireless router & then back On. Now boot your iPad. Hopefully it will see the WiFi.
2. Go to Settings>Wi-Fi and turn Off. Then while at Settings>Wi-Fi, turn back On and chose a Network.
3. Change the channel on your wireless router (Auto or Channel 6 is best). Instructions at http://macintoshhowto.com/advanced/how-to-get-a-good-range-on-your-wireless-netw ork.html
4. Go into your router security settings and change from WEP to WPA with AES.
5. Renew IP Address: (especially if you are droping internet connection)
    •    Launch Settings app
    •    Tap on Wi-Fi
    •    Tap on the blue arrow of the Wi-Fi network that you connect to from the list
    •    In the window that opens, tap on the Renew Lease button
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iOS 6 Wifi Problems/Fixes
Fix For iOS 6 WiFi Problems?
http://tabletcrunch.com/2012/09/27/fix-ios-6-wifi-problems/
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http://gizmodo.com/5944761/does-ios-6-have-a-wi+fi-bug
How To Fix Wi-Fi Connectivity Issue After Upgrading To iOS 6
http://www.iphonehacks.com/2012/09/fix-wi-fi-connectivity-issue-after-upgrading- to-ios-6.html
iOS 6 iPad 3 wi-fi "connection fix" for netgear router
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XsWS4ha-dn0
Apple's iOS 6 Wi-Fi problems
http://www.zdnet.com/apples-ios-6-wi-fi-problems-linger-on-7000004799/
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How to Fix a Poor Wi-Fi Signal on Your iPad
http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Troubleshooting/a/How-To-Fix-A-Poor-Wi-Fi-Signal-O n-Your-iPad.htm
iOS Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1398
iPad: Issues connecting to Wi-Fi networks http://support.apple.com/kb/ts3304
WiFi Connecting/Troubleshooting http://www.apple.com/support/ipad/wifi/
How to Fix: My iPad Won't Connect to WiFi
http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Troubleshooting/ss/How-To-Fix-My-Ipad-Wont-Connect -To-Wi-Fi.htm
iOS: Connecting to the Internet http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1695
iOS: Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4199
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http://osxdaily.com/2012/03/21/fix-new-ipad-3-wi-fi-reception-problems/
iPad Wi-Fi Problems: Comprehensive List of Fixes
http://appletoolbox.com/2010/04/ipad-wi-fi-problems-comprehensive-list-of-fixes/
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http://thehowto.wikidot.com/wifi-connect-ipad
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How To Fix iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch Wi-Fi Connectivity Issue http://tinyurl.com/7nvxbmz
Unable to Connect After iOS Update - saw this solution on another post.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4010130
Note - When troubleshooting wifi connection problems, don't hold your iPad by hand. There have been a few reports that holding the iPad by hand, seems to attenuate the wifi signal.
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If any of the above solutions work, please post back what solved your problem. It will help others with the same problem.
 Cheers, Tom

HT1657 once my rented movie is downloaded do i have to be connected to the internet to watch it?

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