However, if that check fails, you'll only get a _notification_ "probably captive portal, you may want to login at yada yada" - instead of "Apple is down, no con

However, if that check fails, you'll only get a _notification_ "probably captive portal, you may want to login at yada yada" - instead of "Apple is down, no connectivity for you, nyah nyah". Annoying, but not a showstopper.