IBooks cannot be downloaded at this time, iBooks cannot be downloaded at this time

I have bookis in iBooks and when I click on it I cannot get access to my books because a pop up says:"Unable to download Application - iBooks cannot be downloaded at this time

Quit iBooks and restart the iPad and then see if it will open.
In order to quit or close apps - Go to the home screen first by tapping the home button. Quit/close open apps by double tapping the home button and the task bar will appear with all of you recent/open apps displayed at the bottom. Tap and hold down on any app icon until it begins to wiggle. Tap the minus sign in the upper left corner to close the apps. Restart the iPad. Restart the iPad by holding down on the sleep button until the red slider appears and then slide to shut off. To power up hold the sleep button until the Apple logo appears and let go of the button.

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I am not able to download the newest version of ibooks- the message is ibooks cannot be downloaded at this time- can someone tell me what I am doing wrong?

I am not able to download the newest version of ibooks- the message coming up says ibooks cannot be downloaded at this time- pls can someone tell me what I am doing wrong?

Hi Suchvas,
Thanks for visiting Apple Support Communities.
If you are not able to download an iBooks update from the App Store, start with these troubleshooting steps:
Can't connect to the iTunes Store
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1368
Regards,
Jeremy

Download from iBooks cannot be purchase at this time

Download from iBooks cannot be purchase at this time

Demo, I tried this but I still get the same message.
When I look at the iBooks app on the iPad screen the slider at the bottom is permanently visible as if it is about to download. When I tap the app to start downloading "waiting" appears underneath for about one second then it disappears and the above message window pops up.
So for the last month I have not been able to read any of the 3 books I recently downloaded. I haven't been able to do much about it as I have been travelling from the UK to Asia (the long way) so Apple stores haven't been on my route. I had hoped to read the books while travelling on various flights but it's been very frustrating not being able to do so.
Thanks for your suggestion. Do you think it could have something to do with my iPad being an older version - MB294B (5.1.1 9B206)? Maybe it's telling me I need to buy a new one.
PS. Exactly the same thing is happening with another of my apps. It is for an online store in the UK which I won't be using again for some time so I'm not too bothered about that one.

Since Nov 14 I haven't been able to access iBooks. I get the message "unable to download application. iBooks cannot be downloaded at this time "

Since Nov 14 I havent been able to access iBooks. I get a window saying "unable to download application. iBooks cannot be downloaded at this time" . I have powered off and on countless times but it just won't open. Any suggestions please?

Demo, I tried this but I still get the same message.
When I look at the iBooks app on the iPad screen the slider at the bottom is permanently visible as if it is about to download. When I tap the app to start downloading "waiting" appears underneath for about one second then it disappears and the above message window pops up.
So for the last month I have not been able to read any of the 3 books I recently downloaded. I haven't been able to do much about it as I have been travelling from the UK to Asia (the long way) so Apple stores haven't been on my route. I had hoped to read the books while travelling on various flights but it's been very frustrating not being able to do so.
Thanks for your suggestion. Do you think it could have something to do with my iPad being an older version - MB294B (5.1.1 9B206)? Maybe it's telling me I need to buy a new one.
PS. Exactly the same thing is happening with another of my apps. It is for an online store in the UK which I won't be using again for some time so I'm not too bothered about that one.

TS1702 I've purchased a book in iBook but every time I go to download it, I get a message saying you have already purchased this book go to purchases to download, please help me as I am getting beyond frustrated!!!!!

I have purchased a book on iBooks, every time I try to download it I get a message saying you have already purchased this item go to purchases and click on download. This is what I am doing every single time but cannot get the book, please help!

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If I post my book to iBooks does this mean I cannot sell my book at the same time on Kindle?

I do not understand lawyer speak. Apple's EULA confuses me. It's a simple question. If I sell my book on Kindle through Amazon does this mean I cannot simultaneouslty sell the same book on iBook?

ConfusedSince1984 wrote:
Clarify - reading Apple's iBook EULA -
I'm cofused by Appe's language. Are they saying I can't sell my book through both Kindle and Apple at the same time? Are they saying if I sell on Apple, I can't sell the same book on Kindle? Or, are they saying if I create a book on iBooks Author it can only be sold through Apple?
What do you mean by "Apple's iBook EULA"? Are you referring to the document entitled "Software License Agreement for IBooks Author"? If not, what exactly?
The iBooks Author license agreement has nothing to say about (and no relevance to) books you create with some other software. It also places no restrictions on books you create with iBooks Author but not in the .ibooks format (which format can only be read on an iPad in any case). The other formats which iBooks author can produce are PDF and Text.

I'm resending this question. I'm trying to install the CC desktop on my Ibook in order to download Photoshop and Lightroom, but the downloader gets stuck at about 10% completion and I cannot figure out how to complete the download. Thanks for any help.

I'm new to this and apologize, but I do have a question about downloading CC to my Ibook (after successfully downloading to my Apple desktop. The downloader is stuck at about 10% of completion and repeating from the beginning does not help me. Any help or suggestions would be appreciated. Roy

May I know the version of Mac computer ?

On my ibook G4 v 10.4.7, I have itunes verison 4.7.1(30) and a new shuffle. Even though I downloaded the newest version of itunes I still cannot sync music from my itunes to shuffle. What do I need to do to accomplish this?

On my ibook G4v 10.4.7, I have itunes v 4.7.1(30) and even though I have downloaded the newest itunes version I still cannot get my itunes to recognize the shuffle to sync my music onto it. What do I need to do to get music onto the new shuffle?

Hi, you need to upgrade to 10.5.x...
Mac system requirements
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Mac OS X v10.5.8 or later
iTunes 10 or later4
Internet access is required; broadband recommended; fees may apply
http://www.apple.com/ipodshuffle/specs.html
Leopard requirements/10.5.x...
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You have to call Apple & likely ask for a Product Specialist to get it, if they still have it! Helps to tell them you have an iPad/iPhone & you can't run 10.6.
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http://sourceforge.net/projects/leopardassist/

Attempting to download the free ibook Year in Focus 2013. Each time the dload appears to be close to finishing I get a message stating that cannot connect to iTunes and book never downloads. Have rebooted and still issue.

Each time I make an attempt to download the free book Year in Focus 2013 I get a message that states cannot connect to iTunes even though I am connected and after several hours of downloading. I have rebooted twice now and making another attempt but so far does not look promising. I have an ipad 2 and up to date on newest release of 7.0.6. What can I try next?

Hi Tintin01,
Thanks for visiting Apple Support Communities.
If you're being repeatedly prompted to install the 64-bit version of iTunes, I'd suggest first completely uninstalling iTunes and all its related components using the steps found here:
Removing and reinstalling iTunes, QuickTime, and other software components for Windows Vista or Windows 7
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1923
Once you've uninstalled iTunes and its components, install the latest version of iTunes found here:
iTunes 11.0.4 for Windows 64
http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1615
Best Regards,
Jeremy

TS1702 iBooks will not download at this time

It is trying to update, but will not download. It is not paused, and it cannot be deleted. It is shaded--lighter in color, and I can't open it from the home screen, but it will open a PDF from my email, etc. very frustrating. I am working on an iPad 1, which will not update to iOS 6, and the app says that it has updates for iOS 6, but there is no way to get it out of the "stuck" condition. Any suggestions?

Hi skokie12,
Welcome to the Support Communities!
The article below may be able to help you with this.
Click on the link to see more details and screenshots.
See page 31 of the Apple TV User Gide
manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/apple_tv_3rd_gen_setup.pdf
You can reset all of the settings on your Apple TV to factory values.
Important: This requires you to reenter all of your network and account
information.
To reset all settings:
Choose Settings > General > Reset > Reset All Settings.
If you still have trouble, try resetting your equipment by disconnecting Apple TV, your TV, your wireless networking equipment or base station, and your router from the power outlet. Wait 30 seconds, and then reconnect everything.
It also may be helpful to switch between a wired and wireless network:
Apple TV: Switching between wired and wireless networks
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2822
I hope this helps …
- Judy

I have just downloaded ios 7 and now my ibooks is not me default PDF reader. It is not recognised at all when it comes to using a PDF file and this is not good as I have folders on ibooks which I wish to add to but now cannot

I would like help as I cannot find another app that works where it will store files in folders

I have no idea what may have caused your MacBook to stop working, but from your description it kind of sounds like it may have started before you ran Software Update and installed the new Apps. Just the general slow feeling and bugginess is what tips me off. You said that you weren't sure if you had closed all open windows, that doesn't matter if the computer restarts itself. It automatically closes all other open applications when restarting.
As to your data being retrievable, if when you take it in they do a fresh install of the OS, then no, it will not be unless you want to pay several thousand dollars to a software retrieval company.
I am glad to hear that you have taken into the Apple Store to get it fixed, and that you have all of your purchased music backed up to your iPod. You should be able to just transfer it all back to iTunes once you get your computer back should it be necessary.
As a side note, the proper place for this topic would probably in the MacBook forums, not iTunes since there is no evidence that iTunes started the issue.

When i try to download an app from the app store, i get a message that says "cannot download app at this time. and under the pending app will say waiting.. and if i click the app thats waiting.. help¿¡

hope yu can help!! when i try to download an app from the store, on my iphone 4s..the app goes to waiting, or paused(if i tap on it)
and i get a message that says one of two things; cannot download app at the time, or could not download (ex.) Facebook.app at this time.
any answers??. i really am used to having apps!!
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Change your country on iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
Tap iTunes Store, App Store, or iBooks Store.
At the bottom of the Featured page, tap Sign In.
If you're already signed in, skip to step 5.
Tap Use Existing Apple ID.
Enter your Apple ID and password and tap OK.
Tap your Apple ID.
Tap View Apple ID or View Account.
Tap Country/Region.
Tap Change Country or Region.
Tap the Store menu and tap your country.
Tap Next.
Review the Terms and Conditions and Apple Privacy Policy.
Tap Agree if you agree to the terms and conditions.
In the prompt that appears, tap Agree.
Select a payment method and enter your payment information.
Enter your billing address and tap Next.

Downloaded IOS 7 and now I do not have a dictionary in iBook. This is very frustrating. What can be done to fix this issue?

Downloaded IOS 7 and now I do not have a dictionary in iBook. This is very frustrating. What can be done to fix this issue?

I've got to agree with Allan. It sounds like the hard drive is corrupt at least. It's possible it might be physically failing. Without backups, it's possible your data is already gone. You need a professional to help you.
If you do not have an Apple Store near you or simply don't have the time to spare, there are some things you can try, but you must understand that it's possible these things could make the chances of recovering your data worse than they already are. Perform the instructions to follow at your own risk!
First, you can try repairing your hard drive with Disk Utility. If that works, see if you can start up the machine. If you can, the very first thing you need to do is back up any data you don't want to lose. You may still need to take other steps, as your system may be damaged as well, but getting the data is the important part.
If Disk Utility cannot repair the problems, you can try DiskWarrior. It can repair problems that Disk Utility cannot. However, it also increases the risk of destroying your data if it fails. If it works and you can start up the machine, do the same as I advised for following success with Disk Utility.
If repairs (with either) were successful, but the machine still won't start up, you can try reinstalling the system. Hold down command-R at startup and then just install right on top of the existing system. If all goes well, you'll be able to start up afterwards and can get your data backed up. If all goes badly, it'll further decrease the chances of getting your data back.
If neither can repair the damage, you're in bad shape. You will need a professional to help you, unless you are willing to lose all your data.

I have lost my iBooks and iTunes and iBooks does not load plus I cannot download anything from my app icon.does anyone know what the problem is.

I cannot use iTunes or iBooks and my iBooks library is blank although I have purchased books in the past. Also I cannot download anything from my app icon. Has anyone experienced this and if so how do I correct.

Try this - Reset the iPad by holding down on the Sleep and Home buttons at the same time for about 10-15 seconds until the Apple Logo appears - ignore the red slider - let go of the buttons. (This is equivalent to rebooting your computer.) No data/files will be erased.
 Cheers, Tom

Have gray screen and unresponsive iBooks 2 program upon downloading Wilson textbook on life. No way to turn pages. When using new York times app it shuts down and goes to home screens.

Loaded iBooks 2, downloaded e.o. Wilson textbook on life. Opened book and only get gray screen without any way to turn pages. As top menu does not appear cannot even switch to another book. This occurred on 3rd time of trying to open book, First two times would result in iPad switching back to home screen. This last issue also happens when trying to open new york times app.

Shut down all programs that are running in the background.
1. Double-click the Home button to see Apps in background
2. Hold the Apps down for a second or two until you see the minu sign
3. Tap the minus sign to close program
4. Reset iPad. Hold the Sleep and Home button down for about 10 second until you see the Apple logo
Suggest you perform Step 1 to 3 at the end of every day.

IBooks cannot be downloaded at this time, iBooks cannot be downloaded at this time

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