Why you should be using a VPN with your iPhone -- plus our...

VPNs -- virtual private networks -- used to be niche computer software for hardcore techies. Now people of all internet capabilities are snagging subscriptions to keep themselves safe, and not just on their desktops and laptops but on their phones as well. With the recent reveal of the iPhone 15, lots of loyal Apple users are going to be trading in their smartphones in the near future. If you're planning to preorder the iPhone 15, then this is also the perfect opportunity to upgrade your mobile security along with your phone. There's no denying the growing need for more mobile protection, but is a VPN on your iPhone really necessary? Let's dive in. Do you need a VPN for your iPhone? The iPhone has a reputation for being practically hacker-proof, but that's not exactly true. Modern mobile devices, including iPhones, are heavily encrypted and hard to tap (unless you're the police), ye...