[csommers]

Did they prorate the AppleTV at least? If not, that sounds like outright theft.

[eigenvector]

The first year is $0 when you buy a new iPhone, so pro-rating wouldn't make a difference.

I often sign up for trials and immediately cancel (so I don't forget about them). That way it requires a positive action on my part to keep the subscription. That doesn't work if your access ends as soon as you cancel.