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I have AT&T Note with stock ICS (rooted of course). I tried many different tethering apps and so far none of them works. I have tried, for example,
- FoxFi
- Wifi Tether for rooted user 2.3-beta1
I tried to change the configuration, such as these:
- Change Device Profile: Generic ICS/JB (wlan0)
- Change Setup Method: Netd (master) - DO NOT use Netd-ndc
The problem is that the tethering starts, other device (laptop, tablets, etc.) can see the hotspot network, but it's either:
- No traffic sent
- Network is slow, like 0.1Kbps
I know it's not the Note or the other devices connecting to it, because:
- When tethering is running (FoxFi, Wifi Tether, etc.) I can still browse the Internet from the Note (not from other device) just fine
- All the other devices (laptop, tablets) can connect to the Internet when connected to other Wifi (home network, Clear hotspot, etc.)
So which one works for you?
I'm non rooted ICS and FoxFi has always worked for me. Have you tried the new version? It limits how long free users can use the app (not sure how much) but it might be worth a shot...
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lschuman said:
I'm non rooted ICS and FoxFi has always worked for me. Have you tried the new version? It limits how long free users can use the app (not sure how much) but it might be worth a shot...
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Did you sideload FoxFi? It's no longer shown from Google Play app in the Note, I only see the Key App ($6).
Do you not have the tether built into your rom? I have always just used the "stock" tethering under setings menu.
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Do you not have the tether built into your rom? I have always just used the "stock" tethering under setings menu.
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I thought this is only of you have the tethering plan with the carrier? Wouldnt they force me to pay for the tethering plan if I use the built in app?
I don't tether much, just in emergency like in airport.
Foxfi link
lanwarrior said:
Did you sideload FoxFi? It's no longer shown from Google Play app in the Note, I only see the Key App ($6).
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Hello, go here: www.foxfi.com/bin
This will download the latest version of Foxfi to your Note. It does state that there are some limits to free usage but I don't know if that means it cuts you off after fifteen minutes or what. I also have a previous apk of Foxfi somewhere in my Note's download folder that doesn't mention a need to upgrade to the paid version.
lanwarrior said:
I thought this is only of you have the tethering plan with the carrier? Wouldnt they force me to pay for the tethering plan if I use the built in app?
I don't tether much, just in emergency like in airport.
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What plan are you on?
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Tomdg07 said:
What plan are you on?
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Normal $30 plan / month... "unlimited" data for use on the Note. AT&T told me tethering cost another $20 / month.
I just freeze "Tether Manager" with TiBu and it works perfect..
*Seems I didn't.. don't see tether manager in my list anymore.. I suppose it just works for me..
Say it, Don't spray it.
lanwarrior said:
I have AT&T Note with stock ICS (rooted of course). I tried many different tethering apps and so far none of them works. I have tried, for example,
- FoxFi
- Wifi Tether for rooted user 2.3-beta1
I tried to change the configuration, such as these:
- Change Device Profile: Generic ICS/JB (wlan0)
- Change Setup Method: Netd (master) - DO NOT use Netd-ndc
The problem is that the tethering starts, other device (laptop, tablets, etc.) can see the hotspot network, but it's either:
- No traffic sent
- Network is slow, like 0.1Kbps
I know it's not the Note or the other devices connecting to it, because:
- When tethering is running (FoxFi, Wifi Tether, etc.) I can still browse the Internet from the Note (not from other device) just fine
- All the other devices (laptop, tablets) can connect to the Internet when connected to other Wifi (home network, Clear hotspot, etc.)
So which one works for you?
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Freeze/delete tethering manager, then use the system tethering, or use a AOSP ROM, or one with FJMod
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lanwarrior said:
Normal $30 plan / month... "unlimited" data for use on the Note. AT&T told me tethering cost another $20 / month.
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Lucky bastard
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Not that lucky; I had an unlimited plan too. AT&T began throttling after unlimited plans went over 3gb. I never did but I knew someone who was throttled. It took two minutes to open a text email.
Don't take this as criticism of AT&T, everyone throttles now except for Sprint. And I've had nothing but great experiences with their phone and data service, customer service, etc. I really like AT&T but didn't have a need for their unlimited plan anymore. I'd rather pay $10 if I go over 3gb than be throttled.
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I've been throttled once, and it wasn't that bad - the speed would be normal for the first few moments of a connection and the slow down. So small data transfers were fine, but streaming video etc. was not.
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I use the one built into my room on cm10. Works perfect. At&t hasn't throttled me nor have they added a tethering plan. Everything works very perfectly.
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Not that lucky; I had an unlimited plan too. AT&T began throttling after unlimited plans went over 3gb. I never did but I knew someone who was throttled. It took two minutes to open a text email.
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That's weird. When I've been throttled, it's never messed with my emails and text messages
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Oh man! I just remembered my colleague was on T Mobile. That was insane, render your phone useless throttling. Good to know AT&T leaves some basic functions alone with its throttling. I may be in the minority but I really like AT&T and have always been well served by them.
While a part of me really dislikes the idea of throttling I can understand how some people killed it for us moderate users: another colleague of mine used to stream Netflix all the time, download torrent files and tether to his laptop constantly at home. One month he used more than 80GB.
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lschuman said:
AT&T began throttling after unlimited plans went over 3gb. I never did but I knew someone who was throttled.
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It's actually 5GB for our LTE Notes. The older 3G plans are 3GB. Personally I don't want to pay another dime, and I rarely go over about 3.5-4GB/month, but the one time I did, I'm glad I still had data without having to pay another $10 just to get a few MB additional (I barely went over).
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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drnoob said:
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:
nunyazz said:
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.
jmorton10 said:
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
I used a different tethering app on my Samsung Galaxy Nexus, but it doesn't work on my Galaxy S4 anymore. I have rooted my S4 on Verizon and now I'm trying to find a good tethering app, since I'm grandfathered in on the Unlimited Data Plan....yah, I paid full price on this phone. It hurt.
Anyone know any apps for rooted phones that allow for tethering?
Thank you in advance!
I used Barnacle Wifi Tether on my X2, does that work? I planned on trying it with my S4 but just got it today and haven't rooted it.
Look for Portable Wi-Fi hotspot on Google Play, I don't even think rooting is needed to tether.
vanydotk said:
Look for Portable Wi-Fi hotspot on Google Play, I don't even think rooting is needed to tether.
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this. people are having good reports with this app. first open the mobile hotspot app, config your phone giving it an SSID and pass if u want. then download Portable Wi-Fi hotspot from the play store and use that do free tethering
dansan382 said:
this. people are having good reports with this app. first open the mobile hotspot app, config your phone giving it an SSID and pass if u want. then download Portable Wi-Fi hotspot from the play store and use that do free tethering
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I've just confirmed this work. I rooted my phone about an hour ago but im pretty sure that wont make a difference. I love how it actually turns on the Verizon hotspot too lol now i wonder how long it will take for them to notice this? Hummm
I was using the sqlite edit with my bionic and tethering for over a year, no problems. But then again I only use about 8gb a month which isn't much compared to some people on here.
The best app that I've ever used was PDANet. It has a Bluetooth net access recently added (using it right now) the license is worth it for a laptop and tablet. I had it on my original Motorola DROID and I would use it with my laptop all the time in places without wifi and I would drive people nuts! Best part is, NO ROOT REQUIRED! Verizon doesn't block it (or can't) so no worries there and I think with wifi hotspot enabled you can have up to 10 devices using it. The directions are simple to follow, however, I did have some trouble locating PDATablet for use on my tablet, but found it on another android forum. Now they have it on the play store.
I'd post a link but, I've been a longtime listener but a first time caller!
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I use FoxFi (pdanet) and it works great with the S4 both stock and rooted. They do have a data limit in their free version which you just have to restart to use again. The paid version you can use as much as you want.
trevE ftmfw!!
Foxfi is the way to go!
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droidstyle said:
trevE ftmfw!!
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Does treve mod wifitether work on the S4 yet? Link?
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ES File Explorer has a setting in the network menu for tethering. Bypasses Verison : )
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Sorry....its under Tools, Net Manager.
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Guys there is no reason to use a third party app. Just create a widget to start tethering, or download "portable wifi hotspot", all it does is activate the stock hotspot without the subscription check.
I really like the settings that wifitether had, especially subnet. If you know of a way to modify the subnet on the built in hotspot, then I am one step closer to replacing wifitether
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Galaxy S4 (VZW) Tethering
Only app I used that works is FoxFi.
vanydotk said:
I was using the sqlite edit with my bionic and tethering for over a year, no problems. But then again I only use about 8gb a month which isn't much compared to some people on here.
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Just shy of 2 years myself, before my S4
Widgetsoid:
1. Install Widgetsoid, convert to /system app.
3. Profit (the switcher works with native hotspot)
geoff5093 said:
Guys there is no reason to use a third party app. Just create a widget to start tethering, or download "portable wifi hotspot", all it does is activate the stock hotspot without the subscription check.
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hi - I get you can tether right off the phone- however Windows 7 sees the tether natively as a local IP connection :good: but it's frozen as in I can not access the properties it pulls a 92 address with a gateway but I can not ping it and it does not connect to internet- do i need a tether program still on the PC side?
geoff5093 said:
Guys there is no reason to use a third party app. Just create a widget to start tethering, or download "portable wifi hotspot", all it does is activate the stock hotspot without the subscription check.
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walk me through the widget tether. thanks..NM
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xdadevnube said:
I really like the settings that wifitether had, especially subnet. If you know of a way to modify the subnet on the built in hotspot, then I am one step closer to replacing wifitether
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Same here...waiting anxiously for an update. I dont know if its placebo, but i think wif-tether was giving me better throughput compared to tethering widget
droidstyle said:
trevE ftmfw!!
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Crystallized said:
I used a different tethering app on my Samsung Galaxy Nexus, but it doesn't work on my Galaxy S4 anymore. I have rooted my S4 on Verizon and now I'm trying to find a good tethering app, since I'm grandfathered in on the Unlimited Data Plan....yah, I paid full price on this phone. It hurt.
Anyone know any apps for rooted phones that allow for tethering?
Thank you in advance!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2305118
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The one that is built in
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i prefer wifi tether. i like being able to see the current throughput and the amount of data i use per session. i've only seen it work on synergy rom though.
Yeah...I tried using Wi-Fi tether for the same reason and it didn't work, maybe I'll try your approach.
Does anyone know if the built in tether app cause any charges for using it?
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The one that is built in
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same here, which doesn't even require root
It doesn't require root BUT Verizon has been known to charge around 8 dollars a month to activate the functionality.
Has anyone seen a charge for using the stock tethering app?
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Wifi Tether works great for me and lets me see how much data I'm actually burning through. I'm using the one w/ the Synergy ROM, TrevE Mod.
The built in tethering only works if you are on a share data plan. If you are on an unlimited, you can't use it without paying extra. However FoxFi works WITHOUT root on the S4. I have yet to root because my wifi passwords all back up to google now, and I could care less about my angry birds data as I don't play it anymore. Tethering was really my only reason for rooting this and since foxfi works with no charge and no root, I haven't rooted. I don't use windows so until I NEED to root, I'm not going to try to get one.
Anyone know of any hotspot apps? I got pda and it doesn't work it keeps saying I am not subscribed to a hotspot service through sprint....I used to use easy tether and that worked great (had a custom prl) but it doesn't seem to be working on my s4
Glitterloveglamour said:
Anyone know of any hotspot apps? I got pda and it doesn't work it keeps saying I am not subscribed to a hotspot service through sprint....I used to use easy tether and that worked great (had a custom prl) but it doesn't seem to be working on my s4
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I got pda net to work tethering, works great.... I still can't get the hotspot.
Glitterloveglamour said:
I got pda net to work tethering, works great.... I still can't get the hotspot.
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either "one click tether" or "power toggles" or just any wireless tether widget works.
I am still on unlimited so the FCC ruled free tether does not apply, so when it prompts to go to Verizon or cancel just hit the home button and wireless tether stays on. :good: While its on you can still go into the settings and set up WEP security passwords.
Works like a charm.
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i just updated to the newest update to be able to move data to the sd card. so far so good EXCEPT I LOST MY WIFI ABILITY!!!
freaking verizon.
i have a stock S4 and haven't rooted it......yet. i have the unlimited data plan and was able to use the wifi hotspot with fox fi and other apps, but now since the update it checks to verify i have the wifi service.
i am not opposed to rooting my phone if that will get me wifi again, i would just prefer not to.
any ideas how to restore the wifi ability with a verizon S4? i have tried svtp, foxfi, and portable wifi hotspot with no luck.
pokerhoe said:
i just updated to the newest update to be able to move data to the sd card. so far so good EXCEPT I LOST MY WIFI ABILITY!!!
freaking verizon.
i have a stock S4 and haven't rooted it......yet. i have the unlimited data plan and was able to use the wifi hotspot with fox fi and other apps, but now since the update it checks to verify i have the wifi service.
i am not opposed to rooting my phone if that will get me wifi again, i would just prefer not to.
any ideas how to restore the wifi ability with a verizon S4? i have tried svtp, foxfi, and portable wifi hotspot with no luck.
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LOL :silly:
i guess i thought that meant it you had your phone physically tethered to a laptop or what ever you wanted internet on.
i some how missed the "wireless" part of that statement.
thanks for re-directing my attention!:good:
pokerhoe said:
i just updated to the newest update to be able to move data to the sd card. so far so good EXCEPT I LOST MY WIFI ABILITY!!!
freaking verizon.
i have a stock S4 and haven't rooted it......yet. i have the unlimited data plan and was able to use the wifi hotspot with fox fi and other apps, but now since the update it checks to verify i have the wifi service.
i am not opposed to rooting my phone if that will get me wifi again, i would just prefer not to.
any ideas how to restore the wifi ability with a verizon S4? i have tried svtp, foxfi, and portable wifi hotspot with no luck.
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You're going to be even more disappointed to find out that you updated because you misunderstood what the update actually does.
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Now I am worried. What does the new update do?:crying:
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Now I am worried. What does the new update do?:crying:
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It does not sane you any appreciable space. You indicated that the apps to sd feature was the motivation for upgrading. It merely moves the apk files to ext sd. App data stays in place on the internal memory.
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I am rooted with the Motochopper work around. I downloaded an ota (I knew better but...). Fortunately, thanks to the good folks at XDA I was able to freeze the ota in its tracks.
Anyway, my favorite wifi apk is Portable Wifi Tether. I am unlimited w Verizon.
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I was able to get PDA net to work. The hotspot wasn't working and I used one of the mods here for native hotspot now both the native hotspot and planet are working flawlessly.
I was afraid I was going to loose my expanded mini menu.
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I was wondering is there any apn trick or app I can install to get free wifi hotspot. I am on tmobile old plan that doesn't have free tether. My contracts not up yet. Anyway I can tether for free? Without having to root. Thanks
Edit: just saw you were looking for a solution that doesn't involve rooting. Disregard
lilant510 said:
I was wondering is there any apn trick or app I can install to get free wifi hotspot. I am on tmobile old plan that doesn't have free tether. My contracts not up yet. Anyway I can tether for free? Without having to root. Thanks
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Theres a whole thread on T-Mobile tethering on just the second page of this forum: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2260916
And can you be more specific with "old plan"
With my "old plan" I had 500mb of free tethering, and I used a user-agent changer extension with chrome to evade T-Mobile's tethering blocks.
Now I use a personal VPN.
lilant510 said:
I was wondering is there any apn trick or app I can install to get free wifi hotspot. I am on tmobile old plan that doesn't have free tether. My contracts not up yet. Anyway I can tether for free? Without having to root. Thanks
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PM me and I will tell you how to do it without root for your phone...
I have helped a few people and not one has thanked or at least said if it worked for them or did not work for them. Come on fellas xda is a much better place than that
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I wasn't helped but I thanked you anyway (I don't need tether)
I just felt bad for you.
ingenious247 said:
I wasn't helped but I thanked you anyway (I don't need tether)
I just felt bad for you.
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Good looking out! But hey if you ever need tether just hit me and I will see if I can help you... Not for the thanks though....