I'm looking for a good security app that can track and remote wipe the Nexus without using text (since this doesn't have data), and is free or close-enough.
I used to use Wavesecure, but they got bought and changed their pricing.
Lookout only does remote tracking for free.
Prey seems to rely on text.
MyBitdefender costs, and uses text (as far as I can tell).
Any other suggestions? Decided to start a thread in the apps section rather than Q&A so we can compile a comprehensive list for others.
drpfenderson said:
I'm looking for a good security app that can track and remote wipe the Nexus without using text (since this doesn't have data), and is free or close-enough.
I used to use Wavesecure, but they got bought and changed their pricing.
Lookout only does remote tracking for free.
Prey seems to rely on text.
MyBitdefender costs, and uses text (as far as I can tell).
Any other suggestions? Decided to start a thread in the apps section rather than Q&A so we can compile a comprehensive list for others.
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I'm using Cerberus, they give away free licenses from time to time, that's how i got mine wonderful app and I can use it up to 5 devices
give avast a try. it does all that and has options for rooted users. pretty cool app second to lookout.
Cerberus
For my phones I use AndroidLost... free works well....
For my Nexus 7 however, it didn't work because it is tied to the same gmail account as my phone...
I gave Cerberus a try and it works well.
Need to have WiFi connection to do anything with it as you can't text to it, but seems to work well.
cerberus. hands down.
it works on jb but has one or two small issues that have been fixed.in latest beta version.
as i use bt as my isp, i have installed BT Wifi app on my nexus. It auto connects to any bt openzone or bt fon wifi network. this means that with the amount of bt wifi networks out there, if someone steals my device, there's a good chance my device will be contactable remotely, even without 3g
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Yeah check out cerebus
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Awesome - Cerebus it is. Thanks everyone.
Cerberus is the best. No other choice.
Cerebus.
Here's an over view:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NK9BkOzlFPE
I use web root antivirus which has the remote wipe as well.
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is there an app that can find the tablet just with gps on?
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is there an app that can find the tablet just with gps on?
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Not for the Nexus 7. As the only way for it communicate with the outside world is via Wifi.
Issue is the lack of data. If you leave it in a starbucks and it's not on the wifi, you're screwed.
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I've tried searching, but cannot find anything. Does this, or will this work? Seems when I try, Verizon wants to charge me for it. And I already pay them more than I'd like..
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If you're rooted, wifi_tether_v3_1-beta10.apk. It has been recently updated to work on GNex...
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if you're rooted, download wifi tether. It has been recently updated to work on gnex...
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works great!! :d
Thanks! I looked a while back, and never saw it..
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Barnacle, or Lite? Barnacle won't work, says error. Those are the only 2 showing up in the market. Or is it available somewhere else. Help is greatly appreciated here!!
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If you're rooted, download wifi tether. It has been recently updated to work on GNex...
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Are you using the Wireless Tether from market or one of the betas from Google Code?
http://code.google.com/p/android-wifi-tether/downloads/list
Tried downloading about 9 times, all unsuccessful. Went to a site that redirects me to the Market, and it says it's unavailable. LTE version, so maybe Verizon is preventing it. Obviously I am rooted, but has anyone else non-GSM been able to get this working?
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Download link if anyone's still looking: http://code.google.com/p/android-wifi-tether/downloads/detail?name=wifi_tether_v3_1-beta10.apk
I have used the last three versions.
1st one "WiFi Tether for Root Users 3.1-beta9 *** BETA *** " dropped out here and there and would not shut down. Had to go to force close to get it to turn off.
2nd one "WiFi Tether for Root Users 3.1-pre113 *** EXPERIMENTAL *** Experimental was OK but when I shut it down my phones wireless icon would come back grayed out and not work and I would have to toggle it to get back to normal.
3rd and current to date "WiFi Tether for Root Users 3.1-beta10 *** BETA *** Featured" fixed the problem in the 2nd one. Seems OK, need to run it more. I love the 4G speed connections.
See my phone config in my sig...
I've been following a thread on the tether developer forum, even beta 10 is still sketchy. http://code.google.com/p/android-wifi-tether/issues/detail?can=2&q=1257&colspec=ID%20Type%20Status%20Priority%20Milestone%20Owner%20Summary&id=1257
Here's the thread. Basically there's still "dropouts" both in the data stream itself, and in the wifi access point "disappearing" from the device that is tethering to it (wifi network disconnects and device can't see it to reconnect until wifi tether is turned off and back on.) Hoping for fixes soon.
If you're willing to throw down $10, Wifi and USB Tether is working fine for me. It doesn't even require root somehow.
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I've been following a thread on the tether developer forum, even beta 10 is still sketchy.
Here's the thread. Basically there's still "dropouts" both in the data stream itself, and in the wifi access point "disappearing" from the device that is tethering to it (wifi network disconnects and device can't see it to reconnect until wifi tether is turned off and back on.) Hoping for fixes soon.
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Yeh, same here but loving it on 4G speeds. I get 30 minutes or so before it drops and getting better at getting it back fast.
Remember we are beta pigs so............. enjoy.
Extended Controls bypasses the subscription dial-in. Plus, you get a really good power control widget that you can even dock in the notification bar. 99 cents on the market, well worth it. Stock 4.0.2. GN LTE no root.
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If you're rooted, wifi_tether_v3_1-beta10.apk. It has been recently updated to work on GNex...
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Wifi tether works great. I've pushed 600mb through it with no trouble at all. Tethering with LTE is awesome.
I loaded the 115 experimental today and like how it closes much cleaner with my WiFi icon reappearing and re-enabling promptly.
I'll test it for longevity tomorrow.
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Extended Controls bypasses the subscription dial-in. Plus, you get a really good power control widget that you can even dock in the notification bar. 99 cents on the market, well worth it. Stock 4.0.2. GN LTE no root.
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So how does this happen? And besides getting my next bill, how can I be sure they aren't charging me for it? I installed the EC app, and it does work. So thanks!
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So how does this happen? And besides getting my next bill, how can I be sure they aren't charging me for it? I installed the EC app, and it does work. So thanks!
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Because the phone connects through the same access point for tethering and mobile use. There's no way for VZW to tell what you're doing unless they packet sniff your traffic. That's a lot of work that's not going to make them anywher near enough money to justify the efort of doing it then billing you (and taking your complaint call when you dial the CSR's)unless you're being a pest and pulling down 50+GB on LTE, or 20GB+ on 3G. They could, but won't unless your usage sticks out.
That's why there's a dial-in in the first place. It's easier to set up a paywall on-device (even if it's easily by-passed by those in-the-know) than to build and staff a network-wide monitoring system that might even catch fire from the Feds over privacy concerns.
I'm running pre110 and I can't seem to connect to https sites. Normal http sites work fine.
EDIT: Beta 10 work on both. I was able to connect to FB and my bank.
Keep in mind if your rooted you don't need the google betas.
Does anyone know if cerberus works on Jelly Bean? Android Lost does not.
Anyone know of a good one that does (other than the 2 I like)?
Cerberus seems to be working fine on my N7
Thanks, I'll try it when I get home.
Prey works good on all my devices.
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Does anyone know if cerberus works on Jelly Bean? Android Lost does not.
Anyone know of a good one that does (other than the 2 I like)?
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Cerberus 2.2 works fine on JB. I am using it on my Galaxy Nexus with JB 4.1.1 (N7 still on pre-order). Two 'issues' that I (and others) have found with Cerberus 2.2 (latest release version) are -
1 - If it takes a picture when someone puts in wrong unlock pin / password, it mutes sound and does not unmute it, and if you try unmute it, it does not 'stay' and requires reboot of phone
2 - Sometimes, after it takes picture on wrong pin / password, it does not send it to you.
The programmer of Cerberus gives GREAT and QUICK support and has already made 2 test versions in response to these issues. I am using loatest test version (Cerberus 2.3) and it is working great now. Thing I also like about Cerberus is that you can get a version you can flash using CWM, so it becomes part of your system, so even if someone steals your phone and does a system reset on your phone, Cerberus stays installed and accessible remotely.
Well now, it looks like the first thing I will buy with my 25 gift bucks is a license to Cerberus XD. Thanks for pointing it out, I've been using seekdroid on my phones but this app looks much better.
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Does anyone know if cerberus works on Jelly Bean? Android Lost does not.
Anyone know of a good one that does (other than the 2 I like)?
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Android lost works fine on my Nexus 7 but it knocks my phone out. It won't work on both at the same time.
jimczyz said:
Android lost works fine on my Nexus 7 but it knocks my phone out. It won't work on both at the same time.
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get Cerberus. You can have up to 5 devices registered to same account
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Avastâ„¢ Mobile Security
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I'm using the Lookout Security & Antivirus for all my devices.
Hmm, Anti-Theft on a tablet is a bit more tricky... especially in a situation where your tablet is stolen, it's very likely it'll go out of WiFi range. So Anti-theft apps have no way to report its GPS location online or via SMS. And the theft would not be able to change WiFi networks either when using a security locked screen.
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Hmm, Anti-Theft on a tablet is a bit more tricky... especially in a situation where your tablet is stolen, it's very likely it'll go out of WiFi range. So Anti-theft apps have no way to report its GPS location online or via SMS. And the theft would not be able to change WiFi networks either when using a security locked screen.
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I don't lock my tablet for that reason. Using Cerberus disguised as system framework I would wait until they switched to a different wifi network, and they will, once they are at an actual house I would remotely password the screen so I could get a couple of pictures. I now have an address and a picture of the person. Even if they data reset the tablet it will not uninstall cerberus.
Even if it isn't the persons house you know they know that person, and go from there. I also don't keep anything too private on my tablet so i don't worry about a stranger getting into it.This is the best method I've thought of for tracking down somone with a wifi tablet.
I use webroot for antivirus and antitheft.
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Is this app safe to use, thanks
tongphan said:
Is this app safe to use, thanks
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So :good:far so good my friend
tyshemi said:
So :good:far so good my friend
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my phone is not rooted, do i need to root my phone to use this app
tongphan said:
my phone is not rooted, do i need to root my phone to use this app
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The app is literally called, FoxFi (WiFi Tether w/o Root).
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...ch_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDEsImNvbS5mb3hmaSJd
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The app is literally called, FoxFi (WiFi Tether w/o Root).
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...ch_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDEsImNvbS5mb3hmaSJd
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Lol this is very true
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I've been using Wifi Tether very occasionally, a few times a month maybe. A few days ago received message from ATT telling me that my unlimited plan is about to be changed if I don't call them.
So while I'm on phone with ATT pretending like I have no clue what they are talking about, the person I talked to gave me a list of about 10 apps that they can detect, one of them was FoxFi. Basically anything available at google play is no good...
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the person I talked to gave me a list of about 10 apps that they can detect, one of them was FoxFi. Basically anything available at google play is no good...
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That's certainly interesting information. I guess the question is, do they care only because you're on an unlimited plan, or will they give anyone trouble for even limited tethering?
Is it legal for them to do that? I'm on a grandfathered unlimited data plan. Pretty sure there is nothing in my contract about restricted apps....
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The app is not illegal to use. If you get caught they will force you onto a tethering g plan, but not before warning you first
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I'm curious, how would they detect which apps I have installed?
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Is there no privacy laws that protect me from warentless monitoring on my cell phone?
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I'm curious, how would they detect which apps I have installed?
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I think it's more that they can detect patterns in tethering traffic that are not seen in standard mobile traffic, rather than knowing exactly which apps you have installed and are tethering with.
Keeping in mind I have no idea how this works (or if this approach would be legal), but it would be pretty simple to figure out based what content is frequently being accessed via your "mobile device". e.g. if your phone regularly contacts the Windows Update server, they may suspect you're tethering. Combined with some analysis of how you usually use data much more quickly and differently on a computer vs. a mobile, the patterns would become clear pretty quickly. I'm sure if you mapped out browsing traffic of 1 hour on a desktop vs. 1 hour on a mobile phone, they would look quite different for most people.
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I think it's more that they can detect patterns in tethering traffic that are not seen in standard mobile traffic, rather than knowing exactly which apps you have installed and are tethering with.
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OK, that makes more sense. I left my tin-foil hat at the cleaners and was worried that AT&T were sending their brain-rays into my head to determine what I've installed (e.g. -- that they have a deal with Google to get access to get a report of installed apps). While that could be true, I expect it is highly unlikely.
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Keeping in mind I have no idea how this works (or if this approach would be legal), but it would be pretty simple to figure out based what content is frequently being accessed via your "mobile device". e.g. if your phone regularly contacts the Windows Update server, they may suspect you're tethering. Combined with some analysis of how you usually use data much more quickly and differently on a computer vs. a mobile, the patterns would become clear pretty quickly. I'm sure if you mapped out browsing traffic of 1 hour on a desktop vs. 1 hour on a mobile phone, they would look quite different for most people.
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Indeed. But tethering my Android tablet for some bigger-screen browsing & such would't trip the sensors (or should I say "censors") with FoxFi's proxy mechanism. Like your Windows example, though, letting a friend tether their iDevice for a big app install might do so.
I beleive there are some proxies you can use to hide tethering but i have no idea as to how to find or implement them
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So I know AT&T, being the disgusting American capitalist corporation that they are, decided to completely disable wireless tethering and make you pay for it with a monthly fee on your bill. This is completely unacceptable if you ask me.
This is a thread to see what Wi-Fi tethering apps you guys are using, with and without root. Hopefully we can get a list going so people can try out some different ones if certain ones don't work for them.
I'm using a completely stock phone, unrooted. Just downloaded FoxFi from their website, and installed the apk on my phone. It's usually available on Google Play but AT&T decided to block it. However, I can confirm that if you download the APK and install it that Wi-Fi tethering works perfectly. I connected my work laptop to my phone just now and used dropbox for a bit, and I also tried a few different websites.
Elixir 2
Foxfi here. It works great on my unrooted phone.
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Easytether
When I used to tether with an Iphone att noticed it right away and sent me automated messages... Can they also detect tethering with Android??
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if you download an app, the only thing AT&T would be able to see is your data usage. if your data usage all of sudden goes up, that's usually related to tethering.
i use FoxFi on my unrooted Galaxy S3.
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if you download an app, the only thing AT&T would be able to see is your data usage. if your data usage all of sudden goes up, that's usually related to tethering.
i use FoxFi on my unrooted Galaxy S3.
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definitely not true.
they can tell by the number of 'hops' that data traffic goes through to the end client. that is how they found me. i was using CM9 (built-in enabled hotspot) for 3 months on my old phone and they finally sent me the "Did you know tethering requires a plan?" text, and sent me a letter telling me I had to stop before X date or they'd change my data plan. when I called in playing dumb they listed off a number of apps that i might have used 'accidentally', which was the list of all the tethering apps i've heard of, and asked if i used them.
IMHO, the only safe way to tether via wifi on an unrooted phone would be to set up ADB via wifi, then use Easytether over that wifi ADB connection. Anything that resembles straightforward "phone as transparent access point" is too easy for carriers to detect. You have to masquerade your traffic, and the more opaque you can make it (say, by further tunneling it over a PPTP or L2TP VPN), the better.
A rooted phone has a few additional possibilities, but they involve completely replacing the tethering app that's bundled with the phone with one that goes out of its way to masquerade your traffic and disguise its wifi-routed origins.
You can also change over to a mobileshare plan. It's saving me a few bucks per month, and tethering is allowed with no additional fee.
"Tethering and/or mobile hotspot use is permitted with Mobile Share plans with capable Designated Devices; provided, however, that such use is limited to a maximum of five (5) simultaneous users per Device." "If you use a tethering and/or mobile hotspot Device with more than five (5) simultaneous users, you agree that AT&T may suspend or terminate service to the account."
So it looks like they're watching for multiple receivers in the traffic and if they see more than 6 (the device itself and 5 attached clients), then it flags.
Good Call
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Elixir 2
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Good call on Elixir 2. Works really fast on an non-rooted Galaxy S III
Foxfi worked perfectly for me up until this latest OTA update and now it won't work at all. Was using Power Toggles to activate it, but this is no longer working. I've been searching for a working replacement for the last few days without any luck so if anyone has found an app that works after the update I would greatly appreciate you sharing the name. Thanks!!
I use wifi tether on a rooted S3. It works pretty well. It has similar options to that of a router.
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definitely not true.
they can tell by the number of 'hops' that data traffic goes through to the end client. that is how they found me. i was using CM9 (built-in enabled hotspot) for 3 months on my old phone and they finally sent me the "Did you know tethering requires a plan?" text, and sent me a letter telling me I had to stop before X date or they'd change my data plan. when I called in playing dumb they listed off a number of apps that i might have used 'accidentally', which was the list of all the tethering apps i've heard of, and asked if i used them.
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So what app were you using when you got caught? Rooted?
I use the built in CM10 tether.
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So what app were you using when you got caught? Rooted?
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He was using the built in tethering feature of CM9, which is also part of stock Android.
I use wifi tether. It was the only thing that let me connect to my vpn and tether at the same time.
Haven't used it very much tbh. Maybe 2 hours total in the past couple of weeks. But so far so good
I don't think att would have an idea I was tethering since all the data is going through my vpn and is encrypted.
If they somehow managed to find out, I'm prepared to take them to court and will ask for proof in discovery which would make everything public as far as how they caught me.
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Stock from settings in AOKP.
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Hello all,
I have been using this tethering method for a few weeks now, but all of sudden, my phone gets stuck on "Please wait while verifying..." message. It never errors, and I can cancel the process. I have tried to restore the offical tethering files, in hope to get the "Please call blah blah for more information message, but the same result happens too. My phone did recently download a system update, but I haven't allowed it to install. If anyone can shed some light on this I would greatly appreciate it.
I've been looking into Proxpn (vpn) premium. They offer a free tier, but it's extremely limited. So I wanted to try the premium. However, I'm seeing some people say that it screws up their Google services. I assume since everything is encrypted, it looses location services etc.
Thoughts?
T889 /root only
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lyinelriche said:
I've been looking into Proxpn (vpn) premium. They offer a free tier, but it's extremely limited. So I wanted to try the premium. However, I'm seeing some people say that it screws up their Google services. I assume since everything is encrypted, it looses location services etc.
Thoughts?
T889 /root only
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I have OpenVPN on my VPS in Los Angeles and I connect to it with phone and have not had an issue with Google Services. I did when I connected to my old VPS in Moldavia, it actually was in the UK first but then the company decided to move my server to Moldavia. I guess when you pay $3.50/month for a server you don't have much say how they provide you service. Moldavia is near Romania and Russia in the Balkans. Can't imagine why Google would have an issue that, one minute my location is in Sunny SoCal, the next in Russia.
I've been using droidvpn and Treve mod with no problems what so ever. They have a free version and you get 100 mb of data a day but you can upgrade to the premium for 4.99 with unlimited data and you can pick from a list of servers and the speeds are actually pretty decent.
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I actually signed up for a month with Private Internet Access ( P.I.A) and so far I am very happy with it. I haven't installed the app on my Note 2 yet, because I don't use my Note2 that way. But I have it on my desktop, and I installed it on my T959V (Galaxy S4g). One thing that came up was once I connected to vpn on my mobile device, I got a warning/alert in my Google account/gmail saying that someone from a different I.P was trying to sign into my account, and they(google) prevented it. It asked me to choose 2 selections " Yes , it was me" or "No, it was not me. Change my password" I did neither, I just ignored because I didn't know if I wanted to tell Google ," Hey , I know you need my data to thrive, but I'm encrypting it". Maybe I'm being paranoid though.
Other than that my only issue I had was DNS leaks, which was my fault, and figured out the patch up. So, anyways I think I'll sign up for a full year with PIA.
Anyone have thoughts/opinions?