Audible users report massive cell data drain from a bug that overrides WiFi-only downloads
Audible users are experiencing significant cell data usage due to a bug in the Android app. Reports indicate that data consumption has surged from megabytes to tens of gigabytes without any changes in user behavior. The issue appears to override the WiFi-only download setting, leading to unexpected charges for users.
- ▪A bug in the Audible Android app is causing excessive cell data usage.
- ▪Users report data consumption jumping to 15GB or more without changes in usage habits.
- ▪The bug seems to override the WiFi-only download option, resulting in unexpected charges.
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