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[Q] Can I get free wireless tethering with the verizon OTA 2.2

Hi guys im currently running sky raider 3.0 because i love the free wireless tethering. I was wondering if I went back to stock, with s off and then installed Verizons OTA of 2.2 would I be able to get free wireless tethering?
Thanks so much.

yes, as long as you are rooted you can use wireless tether.

Posted by dalepl:
You go into EPST (##778). Password is 000000 (zeros). Under security, you will see a user name with [email protected]. Delete the dun from this. Back up and go into M.UP Default Profile. Again you will see a username with dun in it. Remove dun and commit the chsnges.
You will now be able to use the 3G Mobile Hotbot app that comes in the 2.2 update and will not be charged.
Have fun.
Sent from my HTC Incredible.
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Routes you to a page to pay the monthly service (2GB limit, $20/month).
https://dunsp.vzw.com/selfProvisioning/SelfProvisionServlet
You only have local access, presumably until you provision the service.
Info I see varies slightly from what is given above (e.g., addresses end in dun.vzw3g.com) and still trying some variations of the instructions above. Maybe I didn't commit the change. Still testing.
[Update: Yes, once I switched it to [email protected], instead of [email protected], it worked for me.]

teamfox201 said:
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Tried those instructions and it did not work...

zrxoa1 said:
Tried those instructions and it did not work...
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Wireless Tether... Its free

Ok, I followed the above instructions, Hotspot worked but I definetly will not be charged somehow right?

UgXvibe said:
Ok, I followed the above instructions, Hotspot worked but I definetly will not be charged somehow right?
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i mean. I would never use the word definite when it comes to this. Watch your usage. I use Wireless Tether..which is amazing, i don't know why people HAVE to use the mobile 3g hotspot and play with duns..I keep my usage around no more than 7-8gbs...and I'm fine.

qmartman711 said:
i mean. I would never use the word definite when it comes to this. Watch your usage. I use Wireless Tether..which is amazing, i don't know why people HAVE to use the mobile 3g hotspot and play with duns..I keep my usage around no more than 7-8gbs...and I'm fine.
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You use wireLESS tether, but not hotspot? Can you please define the difference and how someone would go about doing one versus the other?

"Using the 3G Mobile Hotspot requires a feature from verizon wireless in order to use the service."
Clicking the app, shows that message. Others have bypassed this requirement by messing with the EPST as posted above. Verizon charges a fee when you use your phones internet on another device.
Wireless Tether is a program that enables Wifi and bluetooth tethering as well, except it is only for rooted users. It isnt affiliated with verizon, it just transmits your phones internet- no questions asked..
Wireless tether requires root permissions..that's it. And you are ready to go..you can add security and filter MAC addresses as well.

makos101 said:
Hi guys im currently running sky raider 3.0 because i love the free wireless tethering. I was wondering if I went back to stock, with s off and then installed Verizons OTA of 2.2 would I be able to get free wireless tethering?
Thanks so much.
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If you go back to stock with S-off and then installed the 2.2 OTA. You would then need to flash the recovery that Unrevoked supplies and then you can get root back and use the wireless teather for free. Just a FYI. Sky Raider 3.0 RC3 is the official 2.2 OTA.

[Q] VZW Nexus and Tethering?

How do you guys suppose they are going to stop it and force you to use their 30$ "service"?
I only ask cause I was experiencing 4g probs on my "rented" RAZR which I have rooted.
I only rooted it so I could use tethering(sql hack) while we were working on my office's network outage.
When I experienced service "cycling" i called. I could not keep a data connection. I had cell service and could receive calls and texts, but data would just cycle thru 1, 3, 4g, then none. When I called the rep did some digging and quickly kicked me to a "Tier2" rep.
So I tell him my problem. he responds "well, could be your SIM(which is free to replace) or to try a Factory defaults reset." He then proceeds to tell me about free apps for backing up. Something that does not require root. I assume something like titanium backup which is a main reason for many to root their phones and big VZW knows this. This is #1. He then proceeds to tell me about amazons app store, which "offers 1 free app a day". Big gripe from companies is that we rooters are "stealing" paid apps(I have stolen 1 payed app, then proceeded to buy it when the black market went under). That is #2. Without me telling him too much about myself, he goes "so, you seem pretty tech savy with the droid". This is #3.
so with 1, 2, and 3 in mind. Have you seen things like this on other 4g devices. I know they can see it(root). I know they have a way to jack your phone if you are "stealing" the entitlements check, but are they using it? The GSM version has builtin wifi tethering. Do you think that these "BUGS" they found which gave us 4.0.1 and 4.0.2 would have something to do with them trying to make sure we can't "steal" our bandwidth we pay for?
Food for thought. Thoughts? questions? concerns?

Hopefully there isn't any restrictions because I occasionally tether my transformer for easier viewing.
-sent from temp HTC Rezound waiting for Galaxy Nexus

It says right in the press release that they are blocking tethering and charging $20/month for the service. Just like every other VZW phone.

martonikaj said:
It says right in the press release that they are blocking tethering and charging $20/month for the service. Just like every other VZW phone.
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Well yeah they're "officially" blocking it, but with root and whatnot, we should be able to tether freely, hopefully. I tether from my OG all the time, even though it's "blocked"
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solid009 said:
Well yeah they're "officially" blocking it, but with root and whatnot, we should be able to tether freely, hopefully. I tether from my OG all the time, even though it's "blocked"
Sent from my Droid using XDA App
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Yes you should be able to with root. Just like any other vzw phone.
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda premium

I know they are blocking wifi tethering but you should still be able to do wired via PDANet(or similiar). but yes, root will be required. on the Rezound they went as far as to add a system process labelled "tetherguard". fun times

voxigenboy said:
I know they are blocking wifi tethering but you should still be able to do wired via PDANet(or similiar). but yes, root will be required. on the Rezound they went as far as to add a system process labelled "tetherguard". fun times
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I have PDAnet installed on my Droid RAZR, and it works just fine. No redirecting of websites to VZW page to sign up for a tether plan. When I had my DX rooted with GB, I used Wireless Tether and I was directed to VZW's page for tethering plans. RAZR is not rooted either.

I heard about a program called EasyTether that supposedly will allow you to tether without having to root your phone? Has anyone tried it/think it will work?

Tethering works fine after root - no app required (edit: Its now checking subscriptions, but PDANet still works).
WiFi tethering does not work after root on ANY app* - further development will be needed.
*Pretty sure that blocktether thing has returned.

I've been searching relentlessly for a way to get Wireless Tether for Root Users to work on my brand new VZW Galaxy Nexus.
No dice. The Dev has been notified.
http://code.google.com/p/android-wifi-tether/issues/detail?id=1257
If you install the latest BETA version and select the Samsung Galaxy S2 under device profiles, it ALMOST works, throughs in error in the log: "Activating WiFi interface.... FAILED"
Totally crushed about this. Not sure if it's happening due to a VZW side safeguard or if it's simply a progrmaming issue the dev can fix :\

keatre said:
Tethering works fine after root - no app required.
WiFi tethering does not work after root on ANY app* - further development will be needed.
*Pretty sure that blocktether thing has returned.
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Are you saying that you were able to get USB tethering working, after root with the native app? I am rooted, and when I tried to enable USB tethering, I got a pop up message that said "checking subscription plans". ????

cam30era said:
Are you saying that you were able to get USB tethering working, after root with the native app? I am rooted, and when I tried to enable USB tethering, I got a pop up message that said "checking subscription plans". ????
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Ya the stock tethering options still check subscription status.
PDANet does work, though, so that's what I'm using until a working wireless tether surfaces.

I'm planning on rooting specifically to use the built in hotspot.
Hopefully someone develops a workaround soon.

OSully said:
I'm planning on rooting specifically to use the built in hotspot.
Hopefully someone develops a workaround soon.
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I am rooted and can not use the built in hotspot, nor USB tethering.
ROM developers are working on a solution now.

Download SQLite Editor from the market. On YouTube, there are many videos that show how to change the wifi tether permissions using sqlite. You have to be rooted.
I'm not rooted, so I use PDAnet with no problems on my laptop. There is a one time $20 charge to be able to use https websites.
I also use my Bluetooth to tether my iPad and surf the Web that way.
Sent from my DROID RAZR using XDA App

evltwn72 said:
Download SQLite Editor from the market. On YouTube, there are many videos that show how to change the wifi tether permissions using sqlite. You have to be rooted.
I'm not rooted, so I use PDAnet with no problems on my laptop. There is a one time $20 charge to be able to use https websites.
I also use my Bluetooth to tether my iPad and surf the Web that way.
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I found this video for the Bionic -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKRwzq6Y2H8
I haven't rooted yet so I haven't experimented, but maybe someone can check it out and see if something similar will work with the GNex.

I don't get the "people root so they can steal apps" argument...you realize you don't have to root to download and install apps in Android, right? You get apps the same exact way rooted or non-rooted.

hotleadsingerguy said:
I don't get the "people root so they can steal apps" argument...you realize you don't have to root to download and install apps in Android, right? You get apps the same exact way rooted or non-rooted.
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Where did you see someone say that on this thread?

OSully said:
I found this video for the Bionic -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKRwzq6Y2H8
I haven't rooted yet so I haven't experimented, but maybe someone can check it out and see if something similar will work with the GNex.
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Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using XDA App
I spent a while earlier today looking around in sqlite for something to edit to enable tethering but no dice. I did see some interesting stuff pertaining to throttling though, i.e. reset date and stuff like that

Has anyone tried to use Barnacle? Worked on the Chrage.

Portable Hotspot: Subscription Req'd?

Hmm... my stock Cyanogen Incredible never checks for subscription status when I turn on Mobile Hotspot, it was included on my phone and I'm therefore able to turn it on without any cost necessary...
Go here:
http://support.verizonwireless.com/clc/devices/index.html?p=5801&m
And then check out the "Portable Hotspot" section, and as you go through the tutorial as soon as the user hits the checkbox for Hotspot it checks for a subscription...
I use portable hotspot everyday and I planned not to root my GNex when I get it... I guess this means I must? :-\

al2x said:
Hmm... my stock Cyanogen Incredible never checks for subscription status when I turn on Mobile Hotspot, it was included on my phone and I'm therefore able to turn it on without any cost necessary...
Go here:
http://support.verizonwireless.com/clc/devices/index.html?p=5801&m
And then check out the "Portable Hotspot" section, and as you go through the tutorial as soon as the user hits the checkbox for Hotspot it checks for a subscription...
I use portable hotspot everyday and I planned not to root my GNex when I get it... I guess this means I must? :-\
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That's a Verizon enhanced feature

Luxferro said:
That's a Verizon enhanced feature
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10charsffs

Root + barnacletether or wifitether (both available from code.google.com IIRC, you have to enable sideloading), or leave it stock and pay for pdanet or similar.

ZPrimed said:
Root + barnacletether or wifitether (both available from code.google.com IIRC, you have to enable sideloading), or leave it stock and pay for pdanet or similar.
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So if I flash a new ROM = "subscription" checking is taken out? God damn it... so ridiculous of VZW :|

ZPrimed said:
Root + barnacletether or wifitether (both available from code.google.com IIRC, you have to enable sideloading), or leave it stock and pay for pdanet or similar.
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Are these already ICS compatible?

al2x said:
So if I flash a new ROM = "subscription" checking is taken out? God damn it... so ridiculous of VZW :|
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Yes. CyanogenMod isn't reporting to VZW that you're tethering LOL. Rooting and removing VZW tether tracking software or installing a custom ROM will let you tether for free.
Did you really expect Verizon to let people tether for free on their network? You've got to be kidding me...

Has anything been released yet to remove the tracking software?

HSPA/GSM tethering uses unmolested AOSP tethering. There is some interaction back to Verizon one Verizon GN.
Tested this on an AT&T SIM, T-Mobile US SIM and a Vodafone Australia SIM - all not subscribed to any tethering plans - all worked.

Darned Verizon. I hope someone finds a workaround soon.

I suspect it's under settings.db--> secure but I'm not brave enough to poke around in there. You can probably change it the same way you do on the Droid Bionic, but it's just in a different place or titled differently.

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Are these already ICS compatible?
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Android-wifi-tether is working now(WiFi Tether for Root Users 3.1-pre110) still has a couple bugs which are being worked on, but it connects fine. I'm using it now on an LTE GNX.
You can get it here:
Wireless Tether for Root Users == android-wifi-tether
Don't know about Barnacle, haven't looked in to it.

WIFI Tethering on T-mobile

Do you know of any settings to have wifi tethering work without the hotspot plan?
With my old HTC sensation I just had to create a new apn with (epc.tmobile.com) to make it work, but with the GIII this is a no go....

If you are rooted...this works great:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=27774452&postcount=9

Foxfi In the Play Store. No root needed just read the description to make sure it supports your device.

Thanks, will try Foxfi and let you know if works.
Thanks

Foxfi not working for me on T-Mobile.
Any other solution for not rooted?
Thanks

garlandpr said:
Foxfi not working for me on T-Mobile.
Any other solution for not rooted?
Thanks
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Look over here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1766155&highlight=hotspot
several us (at least on verizon) seem to be able to do it just with toggles. Those with other carriers let us know if it works for you...

Thanks for the info,
I have tried the widgets option but still no go.
Still getting the T-Mobile Hotspot signup page...

anyone able to get this working?

I've also noticed this to be annoying. My HTC Sensation would tether no problem on the same data package. Now T-Mobile has it locked down somehow. Hmm.

garlandpr said:
Foxfi not working for me on T-Mobile.
Any other solution for not rooted?
Thanks
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Do this, go to Google Play and download (WiFi Tether For Root Users) open the app go to settings, 1) Change device-Profile to Generic ICS. 2) Change Setup-Method to Netd (master). Now go back and click on the big WiFi icon to start tethering, soon as the system finds the device pull down the notification and authorize it, make sure the Access-Control is enabled., your're all set, good luck.

sebmw said:
Do this, go to Google Play and download (WiFi Tether For Root Users) open the app go to settings, 1) Change device-Profile to Generic ICS. 2) Change Setup-Method to Netd (master). Now go back and click on the big WiFi icon to start tethering, soon as the system finds the device pull down the notification and authorize it, make sure the Access-Control is enabled., your're all set, good luck.
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i think he is looking for NOT rooted lol

fryrice8850 said:
i think he is looking for NOT rooted lol
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I guess this will encourage him to ROOT, one of the perks you get being rooted.

T mobile can be a real pain in the ass with blocking tethering. I don't believe the app matters best way I know to get around it is to change the user agent on the computer and do not use internet explorer. I believe chrome and firefox have plugins for that.

I tried FoxFi on a non-rooted stock t999, doesn't work. Sends out the wifi signal, but the computer never actually connects to it. Keeps giving me some kind of error when trying to connect to wifi.
Using the built in tether wifi option, I can connect to the wifi being supplied by the sgs3, but any web activity takes me to the t-mobile hotspot sign up page.

OP use firefox, not chrome to tether. seriously.
and you can try downloading the 'tether' app from the clockworkmod website. google it.

I tether my nexus 7 from my sgs3 with foxfi and its really simple. Just make sure u install pdanet on the device u want to tether. I'm doing a tether with Bluetooth.
Sent from my Nexus 7 using xda premium

On my S3, I only need to turn on tethering and it works. I small on t-mobile S3 not rooted and I don't have any additional tethering on my plan.
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Very interesting, i use wifi tether for root users and after using for awhile i get a push message saying i need to stop tethering or it will be blocked, and then i recieve another saying it has been blocked, its a push message so im wondering if t-mobile has a app hidden inside the touchwiz rom to make sure it cant tether... sigh

Hi!
I just installed Foxfi app. on my phone. I noticed there is also an app. called "Foxfi AddOn" and according to the description it provides some optional features to the Foxfi application.
Has anyone installed this app? The reason I am asking this question is because I noticed that by agreeing to install this app., personal information is accessed ("general info about what you are doing with the phone, potentially including personal or private info").
The above quote I got when I press to "install" the app., so I would appreciate any feedback/advice on installing this app. Thanks!

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Hi!
I just installed Foxfi app. on my phone. I noticed there is also an app. called "Foxfi AddOn" and according to the description it provides some optional features to the Foxfi application.
Has anyone installed this app? The reason I am asking this question is because I noticed that by agreeing to install this app., personal information is accessed ("general info about what you are doing with the phone, potentially including personal or private info").
The above quote I got when I press to "install" the app., so I would appreciate any feedback/advice on installing this app. Thanks!
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It just adds a proxy to FoxFi, which still didn't work on my SG3 for wifi (didn't try bluetooth).

[Q] How do you use the hotspot after 4.2 update?

Carrier: Sprint
phone: Samsung Nexus 1.3, My nexus has received the 4.2 update and I cant use my wifi tether to hotspot. I won't stay checked in settings. Does anyone know if there is a to cure for that?
I have rooted my unit already. I have uninstalled wifi tether and reinstalled it.no go still

willonuts said:
Carrier: Sprint
phone: Samsung Nexus 1.3, My nexus has received the 4.2 update and I cant use my wifi tether to hotspot. I won't stay checked in settings. Does anyone know if there is a to cure for that?
I have rooted my unit already. I have uninstalled wifi tether and reinstalled it.no go still
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you either need the customized version of wifi tether or you need to use the built-in tether tool. customized version is kicking around here on the forums, I think I found it over in the CM.1 Nightlies thread myself.

I'm using "Hotspot Toggle Widget" by Fattin (4.2.2 | Verizon).
The app does not provide hotspot functionality per se. It is a widget to toggle the built-in hotspot on and off. It bypasses the annoying carrier check that checks if you have a tether plan or not.
Great for those of us who are still enjoying grandfathered unlimited data.
The app also does not require root.
Google Play link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fattin.togglewidget.hotspot

Thank you
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you either need the customized version of wifi tether or you need to use the built-in tether tool. customized version is kicking around here on the forums, I think I found it over in the CM.1 Nightlies thread myself.
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I will try it...

Thanks also.
Neera said:
I'm using "Hotspot Toggle Widget" by Fattin (4.2.2 | Verizon).
The app does not provide hotspot functionality per se. It is a widget to toggle the built-in hotspot on and off. It bypasses the annoying carrier check that checks if you have a tether plan or not.
Great for those of us who are still enjoying grandfathered unlimited data.
The app also does not require root.
Google Play link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fattin.togglewidget.hotspot
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my carrier-sprint --must have a hook in their version of JB 4.2.1........I am wanting to enjoy my unlimited also like before the individual charges and money came into play... I use to use my G1(HTC Dream) and other Android phones to access the net for what I needed back in the dayzz...I know its possible. I just need the guidance

If someone is interested, here is the solution for using the USB tethering on Mac (instead of using the WiFi hotspot)
http://joshuawise.com/horndis

K.... I finally figured it out. I thank you guys for your input. I got Sourcery 5.1 installed and I got my hotspot working with no flaws...my next involved mod is gonna be on a Alps Mid 7 dual sim card unit running 4.04-GSM/FM Transceiver... Im thinking active frequency jumping is what I want my radio to do.. This is the place for it to be done. Ideas ROMs and kernels will be appreciated