as the title suggests i was wondering if the xperia x10 could be used as a wireless adapter to connect my non wireless pc to my home wireless network.
I already use pdanet but i'm having to lower my contract and will probably loose my unlimited internet ( I was one of the last to get it before O2 changed there terms) and this will cost way to much
edit: i am currently running freex10 beta 3 if that is of any use to know
Pdanet supports wifi access point only via USB. So you could connect to it with the client installed and your usb cable.
Barnacle which does wifi hotspot but doesn't allow regular wifi running at the same time. Data must come from the data services on your carrier.
The native android wifi hotspot function requires an update to the kernel which we cannot have until the bootloader is cracked.
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I too am curious about this. I don't need to be using the wifi in and out at the same time just be pulling wifi and outputting use of it through USB. If you already answered a way to do this then please point to the program to use.
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compumasta said:
I too am curious about this. I don't need to be using the wifi in and out at the same time just be pulling wifi and outputting use of it through USB. If you already answered a way to do this then please point to the program to use.
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PDANet does this, you put the app on the phone, and a client app on the PC and it can use either Wifi or Edge/GSM/HSUPA. This is a mature app and it is sold for all platforms, iOS, Blackberry, Palm, Windows Mobile and Android. it claims to handle speeds up to 35mb. Normally it's $24. It's on sale for $16. The 'free' version has no exclusions except it won't connect to secure web sites. https://market.android.com/details?id=com.pdanet
EasyTether Lite can also be connected as a wifi ap. It's $9.99 and there is a trial version
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.mstream.easytether_beta
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Hi guys, long story short, I really need to connect to my desktop via ad-hoc, since where I am at I don't have a router. I need to get my phone and pc connected so I can use the various remotes on my vibrant...
Would this mod work? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=754961
, if not, is there a solution?
I am using bionix 1.3.2 test.
Thanks!!!
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I've tried to do this before with no successes. The research I did lead me to the conclusion that our phone is unable to recognize an ad-hoc network. I would be delighted if someone is able to get it working though
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Android does not support it normally, but I use this patch on both my g1 and vibrant and have no issues with it. Works fine ( I use it along with barnacle to get both phones online using only 1 sim card and tethering).
groggycl said:
Hi guys, long story short, I really need to connect to my desktop via ad-hoc, since where I am at I don't have a router. I need to get my phone and pc connected so I can use the various remotes on my vibrant...
Would this mod work? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=754961
, if not, is there a solution?
I am using bionix 1.3.2 test.
Thanks!!!
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If your using windows 7, then you can use the connectify me technique: http://www.connectify.me/
It shares your internet connection without having to rely on an adhoc network.
or if you don't have windows 7, (this might not be useful for your application), but you can share your computers internet connection using the USB tether on your phone (some call it reverse tethering): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=793102
Of course I dont know how useful this would be as you'd be wired via USB, but I thought I'd mention it.
I've scoured the internet hinting for some way to tether my X2 without paying Verizon $20 a month to no avail, is there a way of doing this? I prefer not to have to buy an app, but I guess I will if I need to. It's rooted, and I've tried the WiFi Tether app from google source codes to no avail. Thanks.
Are you rooted? If so I use wireless tether for root....no problems so far.
You can install PdaNet without root for tethering via USB or bluetooth. The new 3.0 version works great and charges while tethering allowing continuous usage. It's free for 30 days I believe then "https" connections are disabled but everything else works.
Download: http://junefabrics.com/android/index.php
If you have root access you can use Wifi tether. It's also free and available from:
http://code.google.com/p/android-wifi-tether/
I tested the Droid/Milestone version with the X2 and it works well but battery consumption is high.
PDANet is a nice no-root option but rooting your phone is the bee's knees. Also I prefer wireless tether as it's more pain free and looks cooler (and tethers more than just your PC).
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It's rooted, and I've tried the WiFi Tether app from google source codes to no avail. Thanks.
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Wireless tether doesn't want to work, and I'm trying to turn it into a wifi hotspot.
Wait wait wait, you said the milestone version works? Interesting, I shall have to try that, thanks!
Alright, so. When I try installing the milestone, it gives me a space error. I have 3.0 installed, and the phone thinks it's working, buy my laptop just won't connect to it. It trys, and eventually gives up. I don't know, I'm at a loss.
I'm having the exact same problem using windows 7 64 bit. No matter what version of wireless tether (or barnacle for that matter) I use, I can't get it to work.
I'm new to this whole thing. What about the built in tethering that is available in the wireless settings? It looks like it'll do Bluetooth and wifi built in, OTB no problem. I tested it and it works great. Can Verizon somehow monitor your use of that built in utility, and that's how they would charge you?
I also was able to connect my Transformer via Bluetooth and tethering worked with no specific configuration on the x2. That must use the same utility.
I don't understand how they would know you're tethering other than by traffic volumes. If I'm not using much traffic, how would they ever know?
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I'm having the exact same problem using windows 7 64 bit. No matter what version of wireless tether (or barnacle for that matter) I use, I can't get it to work.
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I'm having the same problem with my windows 7 64 bit computer. Wireless tether works fine on my 32 bit windows 7 netbook.
Wireless tether
d/l'ed wireless tether 2.x, gave me a kernal error which "limited access control", gave superuser access am now connected via wireless network speed test 48 kb download, 274 kb upload. SCREAMIN'... Windows 7 64 bit.
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SCREAMIN'...
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Well, not screaming...I just tested my cable connection and it is SCREAMIN', but surfing and download speeds acceptable through the tether.
Wait, if we use the stock Mobile Hotspot app we have to pay? Oh sh*t i thought it was free...I tried it earlier today, since my grandmother's house doesn't have wifi (or a computer), and it didn't work. Hopefully they don't charge me for something I didn't even use..
Can you tether an existing wifi connection to other devices?
I'm asking this question on BEHALF of MYSELF and OTHERS. Can you SHARE your LAPTOP or PC's connection with your android phone.
For example lets say i wanted to play a gameloft game but i need to download additional data through Wifi, is there a way for me to use my Laptop or Pc's connection through my phone so i can download the game for my phone.
If anyone has a solution to this question please make your answer VERY DETAILED
I am on a XPERIA X10, Please reply or answer THIS QUESTION
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I've Googled about this problem. I have data plan in my phone and no WiFi at home. Many people like me also use this way to get connection. But what they got were "FAILED". ONLY WAY = connect TO WiFi (can't say every game, but maybe 1% can use reverse tether method)
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melvinchng Same here i dont have Wifi in my house, there certian games that wont download with my carrier network and insist on me downloading through wifi. I ALREADY know how to download GAMELOFT GAMES that require wifi only but it is very inconsistant and dodgy on my x10.
Theres a wifi signal on my laptop i can connect to the but the signal on android phones are so bad i just cant connect to the router.
If your pc has wifi(I know you don't have wifi in your house) you can download and use the app connectify for windows
If your pc has a working wifi card (with drivers installed of course), then you can share its connection via wifi. If you have windows 7, you can use "Connectify" or "Virtual Router". If you have windows xp and above (on a dell pc. Don't know if it works on others), then you can use "Dell Laptop to Hotspot Converter".
there is a guide on my device's forum about this here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1229558
for the step where it says "bridged local area connection and LG adaptor," you must find the equivalent of the lg adaptor that applies to your phone (if that makes sense). other than that, i think it should work.
What you are looking for is called "usb-internet pass-through" correct? Alot of custom roms already have it as a feature in the wifi setting, next to wifi hotspot. Im not familiar with your device or whether you are rooted but its pretty handy. Can also work as a wireless card, as in turn wifi setting on the phone and plug it into a desktop that doesnt have a wifi card and presto, wifi through your phone thats through a wireless router so its not eating up your data quota and much faster than the 3g on your phone. Submitting a pic of my wireless settings on Virtous Unity ROM.
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I have an HTC Legend that I don't use anymore, an SGS+ and an Acer A501. All three are rooted and have CM9. I don't get wireless in a certain part of the house, and I was wondering if I could transform the Legend in a wireless repeater of sorts. Now, I think that's really possible just by connecting via wireless to the main network and then just running as a wireless hotspot, but I can't really place it somewhere decent enough to repeat my signal (it's complicated).
So, trying to get my tablet's wifi to connect to the computer's LAN via the HTC cell phone, I tried all last night with all sorts of variations, ending up with an app called Reverse Tether, which connects to the computer's internet via USB, and another called Foxfi / PDANet Tablet, which communicates (poorly) via bluetooth. The problem seems to be that most wireless tethers expect 3g/4g to be connected and don't work with anything else.
Now, is there a solution to my little conundrum? Am I doing something horribly wrong or is there no "app for that"?
Thanks!
I posted the exact same question a few days ago and have gotten an interesting response. Start looking for a bridge connection app!
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right, but let's hope there's also other options, as well
did u found any app
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right, but let's hope there's also other options, as well
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did u guys found anything ??????
is there a way to Tether pc internet on android phone using usb and then use the phone as a wifi router or hotspot.
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is there a way to Tether pc internet on android phone using usb and then use the phone as a wifi router or hotspot.
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That would be awesome, you could have a wifi router everywhere with you (as long as you don't forget to take the usb cable with you), just connect with the usb to a PC that has broadband, and then use the phone's wifi as a dongle.
I am currently in a situation that i would use something like that seeing that i have forgotten my dongle at home.
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There are a couple of different ways to tether your phone to your pc. One way is to use an app called PDA net, you can get your phone and computer setup through their website in about 2-3 minutes, super easy to use and you don't need to root your phone, the down side is unless you pay for the pro version all "https", secure sites, will only be accessible for a week. If you decide to root or have already rooted, you can download a number of different apps that give you the ability to use your phone as a hot spot without paying monthly to your provider.
smartyzeal said:
is there a way to Tether pc internet on android phone using usb and then use the phone as a wifi router or hotspot.
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=> use this app called FoxFi..its not on the google store..download it from internet..with this u can use the connection to tether via bluetooth in all devices..though, wi-fi routing works only in few..if it doesnt work..then first try this app to reverse tether(Reverse Tether build.2012.04.05.paid - torrents) and then use FoxFi..reply if it works or not..
AT&T detected my foxfi tethering and will now charge me for a 5g tethering package if I continue to use it. Greedy.... What does it matter if I tether? Bunch if nazis...
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