The iTunes store for US residents is 10 times better than the Canada one. The US one has a huge selection of TV shows and you can't rent movies from it. They aren't available in Canada due to some licensing issues. I don't think I really want to rent movies on my iPhone, but storing some TV shows on it to watch on it or my Apple TV would be cool.
Here is how you get an US iTunes account:
1. Buy an iTunes gift card in the USA or buy a code from ebay
I bought a $15 card at a gas station in the states. There is lots available on ebay though.
2. Open iTunes. Sign out of your current account if you are logged in. You will have to create a new iTunes store account with a different email address.
3. Enter the gift card redemption code.
4. Make up an address. I made up an address in Oregon since they have no state tax there and the US iTunes store will charge you state tax. At the bottom where it says optional then lists different credit card types, select none as you wont be able to use a credit card. You will have to refill your account with gift cards.
5. You are done. Enjoy. The TV shows are usually $1.99 and include shows like The Office, Lost, CSI, CSI Miami, etc. All of my favorite shows. It's a big step up from the Canadian store which only sells Degrassi and Corner Gas bascially.
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Canadians: How to set up a US iTunes Store Account
Posted by ruffdeezy at 12:02 AM
Labels: iPhone Canada, Tips
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What kind of things have you purchased with your itunes card from the states? Does it really work? Never considered trying that before. Let me know - thanks!
I actually haven't bought anything yet but I plan to buy a couple shows and rent a movie or two. There's also some music available in the US iTunes store that isn't available in the Canadian one. It does work though, I know it has worked for others. It shows I have the money in the account so there shouldn't be any problems.
Thanks very much for this. Seeing how simple it is, I'm going to take the leap with a smaller gift card the get renting- unlocking the full power of my AppleTV!
Yeah the main reason I did it was to use it for my Apple TV.
Just tried this. Bought card off ebay. Downloading tv show from US itunes as I write this. Awesome advice, thank you so much.
Awesome, enjoy!
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