No, you will not need an Internet connection for basic playback of Blu-ray movies. The Internet connection will only be needed for value-added features such as downloading new extras, watching recent movie trailers, web browsing, etc.
Before getting Skype Connect, make sure you meet the requirements. To get Skype Connect, first you need to set up your Skype Manager: 1  Create your Skype Manager account. 2  Follow the instructions to register for Skype Manager. 3  You can either use your existing personal account or create a new one specifically for your Skype Manager.
Skype is only free if you make your call over the internet. If you make a call to a phone number (which you can do, and is cheaper than using a cell phone or landline), it costs money, and you need to buy credits for your Skype account before you can use it.