Can Starlink be Trusted?

Reasoning against a conspiracy…

Ann: This offer of a satellite link directly from my iPhone.  It worries me.
Max: Hmm?
Ann: Isn’t that ring of satellites, what’s it called, Skynet, copying our data and spying on us?
Max: Well. First off, it’s not Skynet. It’s Starlink. Skynet was a movie.
Ann: Same thing, right?
Max: Not same. Starlink is a carrier of signals. Not a malevolent intelligence like Skynet.
Ann: Well, Starlink could still steal our data couldn’t it?
Max: Not if the data is encrypted. And iPhones do that so make sure you set it up right. And update regularly.
Ann: What if I’m in a public WiFi area?
Max: Ah, now that’s where you might be vulnerable. So no shopping, using credit cards or using passwords.
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Voice-over
Configure your iPhone to interface with Starlink. Be vigilant but don’t veer into paranoia. Don’t fall for the social media misinformation. But if you’re still concerned go Settings > Cellular > Your Carrier > Satellite (turn off).