Even though Popcorn Time has suffered from some issues regarding its legal standing, the company behind it has not only been very quick to get back up, but they’ve also been releasing updates for the Android version at a relatively fast rate, with the 2.4 beta now available to users. One of the main features it introduces is the ability to watch selected shows offline, although of course users would have to first pre-load the shows when they have an active connection.
According to the development team, this is still a limited feature, and is only available to Android users for the time being. The desktop version of the app is also scheduled to get the new update at some point, although they have not been able to say when.
This isn’t the only new thing in Popcorn Time 2.4, as the app is now in a much more stable version, with a variety of bug fixes and small interface improvements. The developers have also hinted at significant improvements with the torrent capabilities of the app, as well as improved support for devices with different screen sizes. A physical keyboard is now supported as well, so those who like to watch their shows on larger Android devices and use a keyboard as their primary input mode, should now be able to control the playback in Popcorn Time with it as well.
Some users have been reporting slight issues with the offline mode, although it’s understandable that the app would go through such a phase, considering it’s still in beta, and this is a relatively new feature for it. After a few updates, offline streaming should become more stable and reliable, although according to the majority of users, it’s good enough as it is.
So far, there has been no indication that the app will be removed from Google’s Play Store altogether, although it already is illegal to use in some countries, despite being available for download there. The app still is, and probably will remain in a tricky legal situation for a long time, due to the very nature of the services it offers.
Its users, on the other hand, have been very adamant in defending their access to their favorite shows through Popcorn Time, as can be expected. It’s worth noting that each instance of a legal issue with Popcorn Time that goes public tends to draw a lot of eyes to the app, so some have been saying that this might not be all that bad for the developers, as long as they find a way to avoid letting their legal issues develop into something more serious.
The new 2.4 update is not working. U open the app and says no conection