(Pocket-Lint) – Google offers a Google One cloud storage and subscription bundle with a simple VPN service. Now, that VPN service is finally available for iPhone and iPad users – at no extra cost
Basically, if you pay for 2TB or more of Google One storage, you’ll now get a VPN for your device – whether you have an Android or iOS device. VPN is available to users in 18 countries, including the US and the UK. As a Google One member, you can also schedule a free online “Pro session“With Google experts to learn how to use Google One’s VPN feature.
In fact, Google says you can schedule a session at any time to get in-depth help on a wide range of topics, both “basic and advanced”. You will receive an email confirmation and a Google invitation when you sign up for a Pro session The invitation will include a link to attend an online screen share session with an expert at your scheduled time. Something simple.
Read more: How to set up a VPN on your phone
Google One’s VPN has one major downside: You won’t get an IP address in another country, which means you can’t use the service to access locked shows on streaming services like Netflix.
However, In his blog post, Google has just announced some new VPN features for Android users, including a “secure disconnect” feature that disables Internet access if you disconnect from the VPN.
Written by Maggie Tillman.