I have unlimited data and tether my s3 all the time. My fear is with this phone with a locked boot. And no root. Will apps like foxfi work?
As far as I know, foxfi doesn't work on Jelly Bean. It's not a root limitation - they haven't updated it to work with JB, and actually advise against upgrading to JB if you wanna keep using in in their app description on the Play store
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I wouldn't tether with unlimited data unless you are forking over the $20/month for this service. A lot of people who used tether apps on iPhone got kicked off their unlimited data plans to shared data plans due to "abuse of network usage."
kimdoocheol said:
I wouldn't tether with unlimited data unless you are forking over the $20/month for this service. A lot of people who used tether apps on iPhone got kicked off their unlimited data plans to shared data plans due to "abuse of network usage."
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I've never had that issue, just don't go overboard.
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I've never had that issue, just don't go overboard.
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I wouldn't risk my unlimited data over $20 a month extra, but to each his own. If I can keep unlimited for as long as i'm on this plan, that would be great as that seems to be a dying benefit. Getting kicked back to 2gb/month for the same cost is a kick to the balls. People have gotten notes from VZW from just tethering.
Of course, if you just tether whilst on 4g this isn't an issue.
Maybe I've been lucky, but I've never gotten so much as a courtesy letter. My secret was to build up to my 7GB a month by going 2GB, 4GB, then 5.5GB the months prior. But, to be honest, it just depends on my laptop travel use. As long as you don't go from 1 GB/month to 10, you should be okay.
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As far as I know, foxfi doesn't work on Jelly Bean. It's not a root limitation - they haven't updated it to work with JB, and actually advise against upgrading to JB if you wanna keep using in in their app description on the Play store
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I'm not sure what the app description says in the Play Store but it works for me with my GNex running JB. That's my $.02
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I'm not sure what the app description says in the Play Store but it works for me with my GNex running JB. That's my $.02
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That's good news! Thanks for updating. I'm hoping they did something and just forgot to update the app description. Can't wait to test it out.
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I'm not sure what the app description says in the Play Store but it works for me with my GNex running JB. That's my $.02
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Do you have a tethering or share everything plan? If so then it will work, but not for people without that plan.
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Do you have a tethering or share everything plan? If so then it will work, but not for people without that plan.
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I can confirm the wifi-tether does work for a non-rooted GNex running Jelly Bean on Verizon, the usb tether does not and I get a message to contact Verizon if I want to activate it lol (I do not get this message at all when I use the wifi-tether, there is a problem with FoxFi where it only lets u use 10min even if u paid for it so hopefully they fix that)
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I can confirm the wifi-tether does work for a non-rooted GNex running Jelly Bean on Verizon, the usb tether does not and I get a message to contact Verizon if I want to activate it lol (I do not get this message at all when I use the wifi-tether, there is a problem with FoxFi where it only lets u use 10min even if u paid for it so hopefully they fix that)
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The Note 2 and GNex are different phones though, so it's not really a fair test.
I use anywhere from 5-10 gb on my phone, and 5-15 gb tethering. Havent had an issue in 2 years.
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I use anywhere from 5-10 gb on my phone, and 5-15 gb tethering. Havent had an issue in 2 years.
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Depends on the phone. They really clamped down on this with iPhones. I know some people who got booted down to tiered plans because they were cited as abusing the network.
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You don't really have to unless you are grandfathered in for unlimited data... VZW shared everything, includes the hotspot feature and you don't have to have 2 devices... I switched my plan to it and I'm actually saving $10+ more a month... Just a thought.. and in case others didn't know
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I'm sure most of us knew that..
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I'm sure most of us knew that..
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Umm, I didn't.
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I'm sure most of us knew that..
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Thats cool if you did.. if others didn't, I was giving them a heads up... I didn't know it til earlier today. So I wanted to help others out
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I've been considering mentioning it. Because of the spectrum that Verizon bought, they cannot "double dip" into our pockets and are not allowed to charge twice for the same data, thus we're allowed to tether. This does not apply to unlimited because the data you use on unlimited is dictated by usage rather than by purchasing a set amount of data per month.
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I've been considering mentioning it. Because of the spectrum that Verizon bought, they cannot "double dip" into our pockets and are not allowed to charge twice for the same data, thus we're allowed to tether. This does not apply to unlimited because the data you use on unlimited is dictated by usage rather than by purchasing a set amount of data per month.
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That's true, the thing I meant about unlimited was that if they switched to this they wouldn't have it anymore. And instead of tacking on $30 extra to there bill for the hotspot that the root for wifi is better for them.. but if a person doesn't have unlimited, this plan would be one to think about
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That's true, the thing I meant about unlimited was that if they switched to this they wouldn't have it anymore. And instead of tacking on $30 extra to there bill for the hotspot that the root for wifi is better for them.. but if a person doesn't have unlimited, this plan would be one to think about
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I was just explaining why tethering is free for share everything users, and how it differs for unlimited. Personally I can live without unlimited without a problem so i'm looking forward to the free tethering without root or any exploit.
ML417 said:
I was just explaining why tethering is free for share everything users, and how it differs for unlimited. Personally I can live without unlimited without a problem so i'm looking forward to the free tethering without root or any exploit.
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Oh ok.. yea I understand that, I'm the same way
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So do you have to be on a share everything plan? I have the 4gb promotional data plan for the price of 2gb. Would l be able to use Wifi teether free? Thanks
Clay333 said:
So do you have to be on a share everything plan? I have the 4gb promotional data plan for the price of 2gb. Would l be able to use Wifi teether free? Thanks
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Unfortunately, no. You would have to add it for the $30.. I had that too
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I was about to convert my unlimited data plan to a 6GB plan since I only use 4.2 on average and thats without the tons of reliable wifi hotspots I have around me. But then I realized this phone kicks at 1080p, so things like youtube/netflix streams are going to be coming in at higher bitrates. I'll also probably use the phone more than my thunderbolt for general web-surfing since it look so much better. Basically, this phone is going to kick up my consumption levels several factors. 6GB is barely enough for my thunderbolt, I have a feeling I'm going to break the bank with the DNA. So I paid full retail just to keep unlimited.
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I was about to convert my unlimited data plan to a 6GB plan since I only use 4.2 on average and thats without the tons of reliable wifi hotspots I have around me. But then I realized this phone kicks at 1080p, so things like youtube/netflix streams are going to be coming in at higher bitrates. I'll also probably use the phone more than my thunderbolt for general web-surfing since it look so much better. Basically, this phone is going to kick up my consumption levels several factors. 6GB is barely enough for my thunderbolt, I have a feeling I'm going to break the bank with the DNA. So I paid full retail just to keep unlimited.
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Nice. Yea I heard about that too. VZW is doing away with unlimited completely. The only way to keep it is if you buy all phone from now on at full retail prices. If you use the upgrade you don't get to keep your unlimited
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I used to use FoxFi and wireless tether, now both wont work on my GN2 I am running beans rom. Does anyone have a fix for either app or a new way to tether.?
cameraman1dm3 said:
I used to use FoxFi and wireless tether, now both wont work on my GN2 I am running beans rom. Does anyone have a fix for either app or a new way to tether.?
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It works through the ROM without any extra Apps. Just turn it on through the Wifi menu, or use the toggle from the pull down menu.
You'll get the red Verizon wifi icon in your task bar, but as long as you don't get a message to sign up for the wifi plan, you're good to go.
and if you get the subscription notification, just download portable wifi hotspot from playstore and that app will bypass it.
Gnome is correct. No apps needed with Beans ROMs.
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No apps are needed with any rom, including non-rooted. Just use a toggle.
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My note 2 works fine with foxfi? Why is everyone having problems with it?
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My note 2 works fine with foxfi? Why is everyone having problems with it?
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Why would anyone buy foxfi now, free versions work better. ...?
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To get the best results I have used the TrevE mod wifi tether app which can also be installed via beans rom... I find that I get FULL download and upload bandwidth from Verizon versus the stock app where I only get about 5-10mbps down and about 5mbps upload... You do have to have the correct settings though. The settings can be found in Bean's rom thread and it has been working great for me with no disconnects and about double the speed of the stock app! :good:
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No apps are needed with any rom, including non-rooted. Just use a toggle.
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if you still have unlimited data then you need a app such as portable wifi hotspot to bypass subscription.
droidstyle said:
if you still have unlimited data then you need a app such as portable wifi hotspot to bypass subscription.
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No, you don't.
All you need is a toggle.
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No, you don't.
All you need is a toggle.
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seriously lets not split hairs...you know what i meant. im saying unlimited data users can not just open the stock hotspot app and tether. a toggle or 2nd party app is required.
I am thinking about bucking up and buying one of these full price because I don't want to loose unlimited data. WiFi tether is my biggest need for free of course. On my droid x I use WiFi tether beta works like a top is this possible on rooted stock or is via custom ROM needed? Considering the 750$ I want to get the best bang for my buck any input is appreciated thanks in advance.
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I am thinking about bucking up and buying one of these full price because I don't want to loose unlimited data. WiFi tether is my biggest need for free of course. On my droid x I use WiFi tether beta works like a top is this possible on rooted stock or is via custom ROM needed? Considering the 750$ I want to get the best bang for my buck any input is appreciated thanks in advance.
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I'm not familiar with that app. But like you, I use WiFi tether all the time, with an unlimited plan. "Portable WiFi Hotspot" works great, with stock and rooted as well. Available from the Market, and free to boot.
Thank you yeah I have been digging around and from what I read if you get a subsidized phone that the take your grandfathering that's why I think I will have to buy it outright at full price it sucks but I can burn through 5 gigs a week between hulu and Netflix tethering 2 other devices so a tiered data plan would kill me.
Don't waste your time with native Verizon hotspot app.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=35860613&postcount=15
Thank you
Since third party tethering apps are allowed. What are the consequences of running whole home imternet off my phone. Anything VZW can do? Heard they can terminate account.
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thats a good question i would like to know too
Pretty sure 3rd party tethering apps are not allowed. They want you to pay the additional fee for tethering. If they catch you they I'm sure could terminate your account. Never heard of it happening though.
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Terminate your account, call due your etfs, and send your a ginormous data bill would be the worst case scenario.
Chances are terminating your account would also blacklist you from reinstating it....ever.
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Since third party tethering apps are allowed. What are the consequences of running whole home imternet off my phone. Anything VZW can do? Heard they can terminate account.
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They can't do anything do to the new laws. If they do your could potentially sue them.
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Pretty sure 3rd party tethering apps are not allowed. They want you to pay the additional fee for tethering. If they catch you they I'm sure could terminate your account. Never heard of it happening though.
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They are allowed verizon can't do anything about it as long as the fcc is there. Also they would terminate your account they'd just want you to pay for a tethering plan and the data that you've used.
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They can't do anything do to the new laws. If they do your could potentially sue them.
They are allowed verizon can't do anything about it as long as the fcc is there. Also they would terminate your account they'd just want you to pay for a tethering plan and the data that you've used.
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Um, yes they can if you are on unlimited. FCC even knows about it.
http://www.fcc.gov/document/verizon-wireless-pay-125-million-settle-investigation
In addition, the company recently revised its service offerings such that consumers on usage-based
pricing plans may tether, using any application, without paying an additional fee.
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For news and information about the FCC, please visit: www.fcc.gov
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The FCC ruling does not include grandfathered plans.
The ruling is almost entirely about tethering apps, not service. Verizon gets through on a loophole due to CDMA being included in a lot of this stuff. Try to take them to court on it, I dare ya
I rooted my friend's nexus for Verizon and he's currently running a 3rd party tethering app and nothing has happened to his account.
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Um, yes they can if you are on unlimited. FCC even knows about it.
http://www.fcc.gov/document/verizon-wireless-pay-125-million-settle-investigation
The ruling is almost entirely about tethering apps, not service. Verizon gets through on a loophole due to CDMA being included. Try to take them to court on it, I dare ya
They don't have to allow tethering on CDMA at all.
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Well they've done nothing to me I've been on Verizon since the alltel merging with unlimited and when 4g came our and I got my thunderbolt I have been using 3rd party tethering apps and I haven't been caught so they know but just won't point it out cause they know they'll lose some high paying customers.
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Well they've done nothing to me I've been on Verizon since the alltel merging with unlimited and when 4g came our and I got my thunderbolt I have been using 3rd party tethering apps and I haven't been caught so they know but just won't point it out cause they know they'll lose some high paying customers.
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Right, but never have is not synonymous with never will.
From what I read, OP just wanted a worse case scenario sort of response.
None of us can rightfully tell the guy that he cannot be punished for unauthorized tethering.
We have an awesome Verizon corporate rep. It is a great looking chic and she is cool as hell.
I asked her about this one time and about things like using a ton of data with my slingbox etc. She actually walked in while I was using my Slingbox and asked me how it worked.
She could care less what I do, but she did advise me not to go absolutely crazy with the data use as things like Slingbox that are unsupported and third party tethering are TOS violations and you may endanger your unlimited data package (something I have been really careful not to do)
She said as long as you use a reasonable amount of data VZ won't care, but the DBs that use 150 gigs a month and then brag about it on sites like this are definitely pressing their luck IMHO.
Dang. I was gonna use foxfi with premium key to do so. So if I pay the 30 buck hotspot fee and lets say ise 150+ gb of data, will they stop my hotspot
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Dang. I was gonna use foxfi with premium key to do so. So if I pay the 30 buck hotspot fee and lets say ise 150+ gb of data, will they stop my hotspot
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If you pay for the hotspot, you can legitimately use as much data as you want.
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Dang. I was gonna use foxfi with premium key to do so. So if I pay the 30 buck hotspot fee and lets say ise 150+ gb of data, will they stop my hotspot
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If you pay for the hotspot, you can legitimately use as much data as you want.
That is correct but I wouldn't doubt if you used a lot your speed would mysteriously slow down at some point...
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Dang. I was gonna use foxfi with premium key to do so. So if I pay the 30 buck hotspot fee and lets say ise 150+ gb of data, will they stop my hotspot
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If you pay for the hotspot, you can legitimately use as much data as you want.
That is correct but I wouldn't doubt if you used a lot your speed would mysteriously slow down at some point...
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LTE is not allowed to be throttled.
They will on 3G though.
Cool. I might go that route. Seems like it could be alright though. Right now I pay 80 bucks for internet for the high speeds. Ibget better speeds on lte than that though. 50 dollar savings seems ok
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If you use a 3rd party app or hack the stock tethering you should be fine as long as you don't go crazy tethering. You'd most likely not be content with a home network tethered from your phone. Verizon will throttle your data to crippling speeds if you consistently used a large amount of data.
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If you use a 3rd party app or hack the stock tethering you should be fine as long as you don't go crazy tethering. You'd most likely not be content with a home network tethered from your phone. Verizon will throttle your data to crippling speeds if you consistently used a large amount of data.
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Let me repeat:
They cannot throttle LTE, only 3G.
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Verizon will throttle your data to crippling speeds if you consistently used a large amount of data.
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Only if its 3g data, they don't throttle 4g.
I do agree it's not the worlds best idea to run your entire home internet by tethering however.
I would never do that (i use roadrunner) and sooner or later I firmly believe verizon will discontinue unlimited data for everyone anyway.
They won't charge you anything. They will simply put a block on your tethering and nothing else.
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They cannot throttle LTE, only 3G.
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Care to share an article?
In the days of the Droid X, there was a simple hack to remove throttling. In everything I've read currently, the throttle is done at the network level, not from the device. I don't see why they'd throttle 3G and not 4G (LTE).
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I am currently stuck on the update without root like many.. but the main reason I root is for tether for my unlimited account.. I downloaded and paid for foxfi (now also pdanet) and it obviously didn't work a few weeks back.. however a new update today and the wifi hotspot works.. creates a vpn to work, but I am currently on it now.. update says for the maxx hd and others doesn't list the dna but I can confirm it works.. maybe worth the 5 bucks to someone here. Just a heads up.. (created this account just for this thread, I usually only lurk)
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I am currently stuck on the update without root like many.. but the main reason I root is for tether for my unlimited account.. I downloaded and paid for foxfi (now also pdanet) and it obviously didn't work a few weeks back.. however a new update today and the wifi hotspot works.. creates a vpn to work, but I am currently on it now.. update says for the maxx hd and others doesn't list the dna but I can confirm it works.. maybe worth the 5 bucks to someone here. Just a heads up.. (created this account just for this thread, I usually only lurk)
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if it works, its worth it. Vz currently won't let me hotspot at all (grandfather unlimited)
orateam said:
if it works, its worth it. Vz currently won't let me hotspot at all (grandfather unlimited)
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OP is also on grandfathered unlimited.
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Great news. Finally! I'll try it.
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I have the DNA, and an unlimited plan. By default, when you try to tether up it will tell you to call your carrier to subscribe. You can do it, but you need to be rooted. If you are rooted then install the Android Wifi Tether app from here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.googlecode.android.wifi.tether
Once you run the app use the following settings:
Device-Profile: Generic ICS/JB (wlan0)
Setup-Method: Auto
Enable "WiFi-driver reload"
Enable "Routing fix"
This should get you up and going.
But we're not rooted. This is "tether without root" discussion. If you're rooted, sure, you can use wifi tether no problem. The problem is to tether without root.
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If you get the latest wireless tether beta from Google there is an option for non root tether. I haven't been able to test it because I'm rooted but someone should try it.
It just uses the native tether framework. So Vzw can throttle it
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It just uses the native tether framework. So Vzw can throttle it
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And charge for it
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kaliblazin707 said:
It just uses the native tether framework. So Vzw can throttle it
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I forgot if I looked it up or not, but this throttling term, what exactly does it mean?
And how likely are you to lose your grandfathered unlimited plan by tethering?
nived09 said:
I forgot if I looked it up or not, but this throttling term, what exactly does it mean?
And how likely are you to lose your grandfathered unlimited plan by tethering?
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You won't lose it. And throttling is a server-side limit on your data throughput. Meaning really slow speeds
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You won't lose it. And throttling is a server-side limit on your data throughput. Meaning really slow speeds
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Really? You'll never lose it based on your usage? I've read otherwise and people saying that you'll be fine, so I've just been confused.
I currently use Clockwork tether until I can get rooted and use the wifi tether, decent app, reliable and good speeds.
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Really? You'll never lose it based on your usage? I've read otherwise and people saying that you'll be fine, so I've just been confused.
I currently use Clockwork tether until I can get rooted and use the wifi tether, decent app, reliable and good speeds.
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Nope you won't ever lose It. Some people in here use several hundred gigs a month. As long as your rooted you won't get charged/throttled either
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Nope you won't ever lose It. Some people in here use several hundred gigs a month. As long as your rooted you won't get charged/throttled either
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Well that is great news xD!
I actually went to the VZW store in the mall where I live to activate my dna since I needed a new sim,
and they decided to look at my data usuage, I was kind of nervous and the new person was being trained by the
manager and the new person was like "... You used 100gigs last month?" and the manager looked and said "I'm going
to give you a high five for that, that's the new store record here". Definitely a funny day and we continued to talk about
the phone, tethering and JTAG.
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Nope you won't ever lose It. Some people in here use several hundred gigs a month. As long as your rooted you won't get charged/throttled either
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But the more people who exploit their unlimited data by tethering huge amounts of data the sooner Verizon will force everyone off unlimited data.
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Bigandrewgold said:
But the more people who exploit their unlimited data by tethering huge amounts of data the sooner Verizon will force everyone off unlimited data.
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From what I have read is that they can cancel your unlimited data if you are negatively effecting others experience.
Which can mean what ever they want it to really, but also you have the unlimited data to do as you please as long as
you please to.
So I really don't know on this topic.
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From what I have read is that they can cancel your unlimited data if you are negatively effecting others experience.
Which can mean what ever they want it to really, but also you have the unlimited data to do as you please as long as
you please to.
So I really don't know on this topic.
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If they cancel your unlimited for you using too much, you can get out of your contract. I use 90-100 gigs a month. One tech asked me how I used so much. I just said that I watch a lot of Netflix on my phone.
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I can't be bothered to Google it, but Verizon can't charge or throttle LTE tethering I do believe. Had something to do with the block C purchase and the FCC. Could be wrong though, bit I do remember reading something along those lines.
They can charge for the stock Wi-Fi hotspot app service, but if you use something else I think it's exempt...
Again, could be wrong...
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If they cancel your unlimited for you using too much, you can get out of your contract. I use 90-100 gigs a month. One tech asked me how I used so much. I just said that I watch a lot of Netflix on my phone.
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I'm pretty most everyone who currently has unlimited is already out of their contract.
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Phaded said:
I can't be bothered to Google it, but Verizon can't charge or throttle LTE tethering I do believe. Had something to do with the block C purchase and the FCC. Could be wrong though, bit I do remember reading something along those lines.
They can charge for the stock Wi-Fi hotspot app service, but if you use something else I think it's exempt...
Again, could be wrong...
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They can't charge for tiered data, but they can and do for unlimited data, for obvious reasons.
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Not sure what you mean by out of your contract. I still have mine all good and well.
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I'm pretty most everyone who currently has unlimited is already out of their contract.
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I'm in mine and still have unlimited. Just got the DNA yesterday. VZW replaced my 4th RAZR in 4 days with a brand new phone of my choice (other than the iPhone 5).
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For those of you waiting patiently eek for root, there is a simple substitute for WiFi Tether that worked on the Note II and some other phones as well. I'm just leaving this here in case someone doesn't know.
1. Go to Settings > More Settings > Mobile Hotspot (don't turn it on, but select it).
2. Press Configure and set your desired hotspot settings.
3. Go to Play Store and download "Hotspot Toggle Widget" by Fattin Hotspot Network. Link.
4. Add widget to home screen.
5. Toggle widget on.
6. Press the Home button to dismiss this annoying, useless popup.
7. Enjoy.
This also works with Foxfi when you get the subscription notification, just click home and tether away.
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Works like a charm! Thank you...
I can verify that foxfi works fine on mine also!
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Both of these methods work, I just wonder how long until Big Red patches this out.
darkhawkff said:
Both of these methods work, I just wonder how long until Big Red patches this out.
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It has worked forever on the Note2 which kinda surprised me.
Any word on doing this with unlimited?
I'm sure it would work, but will Verizon be able to track it somehow?
snwbrdr852 said:
Any word on doing this with unlimited?
I'm sure it would work, but will Verizon be able to track it somehow?
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I've been tethering on my unlimited plan for a couple years and have never had an issue. I use around 20GB per month, mostly without tethering, but I do use it.
I have tethered for years also. My kids and wife use my tether since I am only one with unlimited. I average 20 gb per month and never had any issues.
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snwbrdr852 said:
Any word on doing this with unlimited?
I'm sure it would work, but will Verizon be able to track it somehow?
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I have unlimited and it's working fine. I don't think I've ever heard of anyone getting hassled for using it modestly.
What is the advantage of doing this instead of just using the native app?
JB
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jmboulware said:
What is the advantage of doing this instead of just using the native app?
JB
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People on the older unlimited data plans do not have free tethering included in their plans.
snwbrdr852 said:
Any word on doing this with unlimited?
I'm sure it would work, but will Verizon be able to track it somehow?
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I'm not sure they really care.
I always kept my usage reasonable, but some douche where I work was DLing torrents at over 100 gigs a month!!
So for those on a 4gb/month plan they can use the built-in tethering app and be just fine without incurring any added costs for doing so?
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inco9nito99 said:
So for those on a 4gb/month plan they can use the built-in tethering app and be just fine without incurring any added costs for doing so?
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If you are on a not unlimited plan you should already have tethering enabled, so no need to do anything but use the built-in app.
jmorton10 said:
I'm not sure they really care.
I always kept my usage reasonable, but some douche where I work was DLing torrents at over 100 gigs a month!!
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Oh, damn 100GB a month? That's nuts. I wonder if there's a cutoff where Verizon starts to become concerned about data use. 20GB? 30GB?
changt34x said:
If you are on a not unlimited plan you should already have tethering enabled, so no need to do anything but use the built-in app.
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Actually the only plan you can tether at no extra charge its the share everything. If you are on any other plan, it is not included. Okay
Hmm for some reason not working for me. Following directions precisely. Stock rooted. Keeps checking for Verizon subscription.
dukins said:
Hmm for some reason not working for me. Following directions precisely. Stock rooted. Keeps checking for Verizon subscription.
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yea
I am in the same boat, cant get that to work either
lsxrx7 said:
yea
I am in the same boat, cant get that to work either
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Finally got it to work. I'm tethering now. Even though the verizon subscription pops up, just press the home button. Profit. Thanks op.