iTunes sending free TV rentals to some users
9to5 Mac is reporting today that some iTunes users received promotional codes good for one free TV rental from iTunes. As far as anyone can tell, there's no obvious rhyme or reason as to how they were distributed.
Perhaps they want to stress test their iTunes streaming services a bit. You'll remember that Apple said the North Carolina data center should be operational by "year's end." If it is in fact going to power an iTunes streaming service, here's a chance to throw some real traffic at it and see what happens.
The only thing we know for a fact is that some lucky customers will be watching TV on Apple's dime this week. If you're among them, have fun and let us know about your experience.
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9to5 Mac is reporting today that some iTunes users received promotional codes good for one free TV rental from iTunes. As far as anyone can...
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Sadly I did not receive a coupon, possibly because I'm already a heavy user of both movie and tv rentals through iTunes/Apple TV. If they are trying to stress-test the data centre, then I say don't bother: rentals are already broken. My experience is that High-def shows and movies play for about 10 to 15 minutes before stopping to buffer for 5-10 minutes. I've had 50 minute shows that paused/buffered 5 times. I'm not alone - tons of similar stories on the Apple discussions. It's not a wi-fi or internet connection speed issue, and not a problem we had with ATV1.
I received a coupon for a free TV rental yesterday as well. I suppose I should click on it so I get the credit in my account. :)
December 07 2010 at 9:16 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyYes, and I like how these mobile phone execs like to dress like Steve too. funny.
December 07 2010 at 4:13 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyDo you have to be a 9to5mac member to get this deal?
December 07 2010 at 2:37 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyGot a movie rental code. I figured it was because I recently registered my new Apple TV.
December 07 2010 at 1:49 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyI got one of each -- a TV rental code and a Movie rental code. When I clicked the link in the email, it added a credit to my iTunes account. I then downloaded the pilot of "Arrested Development" and the film "Serenity."
All in all, a nice little gift from Apple.
Mine is for 10 free movie rentals. TV shows seem to be a no go. I rented Toy Story 3 in HD and I loved it. I'll be using this service again for movies that Netflix doesn't have yet.
December 07 2010 at 12:36 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyGot a free movie rental code yesterday. Used it on an HD movie to watch on my iPad. Took 30 minutes to download.
December 07 2010 at 12:10 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyI got my email yesterday but have yet to try it since it's only 1 free TV rental. Now a whole season would be something to get excited about!
December 07 2010 at 12:00 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyThat's the attitude! Free stuff? I don't want free stuff unless it's a LOT of free stuff...
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