Apple added a new feature to iOS 9 that could cost people with limited data plans hundreds of dollars.

The feature, called β€œWi-Fi Assist,” automatically switches the device from a Wi-Fi network to a cell network if it detects a weak Wi-Fi signal.

Depending on your location, this feature could be activated more often than users realize.

Read more: Is using public Wi-Fi a security risk?

If you have a limited data plan and you’re worried about overage charges, here’s how to disable the feature:

1. Go to β€œSettings”

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2. Open the β€œCellular” menu

disable new iphone ios9 feature cost you hundreds dollars

3. Scroll to the bottom and disable β€œWi-Fi Assist”

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Thanks to Clark Howard for this great article

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