Nick Bilton’s New Warning: This Hidden iPhone Setting Might Be Draining Your Wallet and Ruining Your Privacy
If you’ve got an iPhone, consumer advocates are raising alarms after tech journalist Nick Bilton revealed a sneaky default setting that could be costing you real money every month. According to Bilton, a feature called “Wi-Fi Assist” automatically switches your phone to cellular data when your Wi-Fi signal is weak—often without you noticing. For users with limited data plans, this hidden drain can rack up huge overage charges, hitting your wallet when you least expect it. But the sting doesn’t stop there: Bilton also warns that this same setting can expose your location data to advertisers, compromising your privacy for no benefit to you. Consumer advocates urge you to turn off Wi-Fi Assist immediately by going to Settings, Cellular, and scrolling down to toggle it off. Don’t let your phone make expensive decisions for you—this simple click could save you from a nasty surprise on your next bill.