Develop Bugs

[Q] T-mobile wifi hotspot bypass??

Just got my Galaxy S3 today and upgraded from mytouch 4g, im on t-mobile's 4g prepaid plan with unlimted everything (5gig 4g data). on my mytouch i didnt need to pay for tethering service but now im trying to connect my itouch to my wifi hotspot on the s3 and it doesnt work.....would anyone happen to know a workaround or fix for this??
p.s. im not paying tmobile for tethering service
Thanks all

Its working for me. I thought the 5GB plan included the T-Mobile HotSpot app, the guy at the store this morning offered me a 2GB plan for $20 or a $35 5GB plan with tethering.

Thinking you probably need root.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I717 using xda premium

I do have the app it's just that when I turn it on and connect with another device it redirects to a page that tells me I need to add the service from T-Mobile...I have been skeptical about rooting as I've never done it before, can anyone confirm that this will solve my problem??

GS3man said:
I do have the app it's just that when I turn it on and connect with another device it redirects to a page that tells me I need to add the service from T-Mobile...I have been skeptical about rooting as I've never done it before, can anyone confirm that this will solve my problem??
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
That sucks. More than likely requires root. Im sure there is a work around.. Thats a big option for me when i take my Transformer prime out and about..

1SiK1500 said:
That sucks. More than likely requires root. Im sure there is a work around.. Thats a big option for me when i take my Transformer prime out and about..
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
i know right...guess ill just wait for an easy root guide to surface, i only use it for streaming music in my car from my itouch (got a killer system ) ..off topic; are there any adverse affects to rooting, besides voiding warranty, like will i still be able to access play store and download/use all apps like usual?

Try making a new apn using epc.tmobile.com and name it whatever
Sent from my HTC HD2 using xda premium

Well I just rooted my S3 and I still have no free wi-fi tether SUCKS!
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium

If you have root, simply download this apk and install it to your rooted Galaxy s3. Once its installed, go to the settings in the app and select "generic ics-profile".
Tethering will now work. Please remember to click the thanks button :good:

falafelfro said:
If you have root, simply download this apk and install it to your rooted Galaxy s3. Once its installed, go to the settings in the app and select "generic ics-profile".
Tethering will now work. Please remember to click the thanks button :good:
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Well thank you so much that worked
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium

Nice, thanks!
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium

dcmtnbkr said:
Try making a new apn using epc.tmobile.com and name it whatever
Sent from my HTC HD2 using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
tried this and i still get redirected to the t-mobile hotspot offer page after connecting with another phone

To get wifi-tethering working without T-Mobile's silly fee, try my method listed earlier in this thread. It requires root, but works!

falafelfro said:
If you have root, simply download this apk and install it to your rooted Galaxy s3. Once its installed, go to the settings in the app and select "generic ics-profile".
Tethering will now work. Please remember to click the thanks button :good:
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
This worked for me. I had downloaded the wifi tether w/ root, but I couldn't get it to work off the bat. The missing thing was changing the profile to "generic ics-profile". Using a stock rooted Tmobile SGS3 T999.

falafelfro said:
If you have root, simply download this apk and install it to your rooted Galaxy s3. Once its installed, go to the settings in the app and select "generic ics-profile".
Tethering will now work. Please remember to click the thanks button :good:
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
My GSIII is rooted and running FreeGS3 R3 ROM...I tried that APK and changed it to generic ICS and I still get the Tmobile error page saying I need to add tethering to my account. Any ideas?

Thanks! It works!!:good::good:

tmonoobie said:
My GSIII is rooted and running FreeGS3 R3 ROM...I tried that APK and changed it to generic ICS and I still get the Tmobile error page saying I need to add tethering to my account. Any ideas?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Try using Samsung Galaxy Nexus (GSM)

I'm having the same problem. I keep getting redirected to that tmobile webpage. I'm using wifi tether.
Tried fox fi but it doesn't even connect fully.
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium

u need to disguise yourself so to speak
circuit.007 said:
I'm having the same problem. I keep getting redirected to that tmobile webpage. I'm using wifi tether.
Tried fox fi but it doesn't even connect fully.
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You have to change your user agent on the PC side. I reccomend Firefox with the add on called "user agent switcher". No matter what don't use internet explorer, immediate giveaway.
Here's my current one as an example:
Mozilla/5.0 Linux U Android 4.0.4 en-us Galaxy Nexus Build/IMM76I CyanogenMod-9 AppleWebKit/534.30 KHTML, like Gecko Version/4.0 Mobile Safari/534.30
Here an example of what will get ur ass redirected to the tmo up sell page:
IE 7 ? Mozilla/4.0 (compatible; MSIE 7.0; Windows NT 5.1; .NET CLR 1.1.4322; .NET CLR 2.0.50727; .NET CLR 3.0.04506.30)2011-10-16 20:20:09
Hope this helps
---------- Post added at 06:47 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:41 PM ----------
If all else fails you could also use PdaNet and use the "hide tether usage" option.

Try using Firefox. Works for me even when Chrome redirects.

WiFi Tether

I have looked and searched through this forum and the dev forum and I can't find a fix for my issue. I load up from the store and install ok, give it root permissions set the profile, and it works, turn it off and back on and it doesn't work, seems if I change the profile sometimes it works again but never twice in a row with the same profile.
Any ideas.
I have tried the access control thing thinking that would help but no luck.

Try Clearing data. Use Generic ICS and select routing fix.
Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk 2

Same deal worked first time then nothing shows up in SSID List.
But just tried the same thing and use the Nexsus cdma/lte one and it works now every time.

Seagrizzly said:
Same deal worked first time then nothing shows up in SSID List.
But just tried the same thing and use the Nexsus cdma/lte one and it works now every time.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
This is how I got mine working, by using the galaxy nexus lte profile. I had trouble at first, but it's worked fine ever since I selected that profile.

omg, I've been trying to make wifi tethering work all night. Did as bluebeast suggested using the nexus profile and it works perfectly! thx

Seagrizzly said:
Same deal worked first time then nothing shows up in SSID List.
But just tried the same thing and use the Nexsus cdma/lte one and it works now every time.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I am using the Samsung Galaxy S3 profile on mine. I found that it works the same as a hidden SSID. I was able to successfully connect from my laptop, even though the SSID did not show in the available networks list. I actually prefer this, as I believe it makes my tethering more secure. Now that I've saved the profile, my laptop & other devices connect automatically.
Sent from my Sprint Samsung Galaxy S3, running strongsteve's Odexed Blue ROM, using xda-developers app.

I actually prefer this, as I believe it makes my tethering more secure
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Sadly, having a hidden SSID is really only going to keep the old ladies out. much in the same way I like to believe having MAC address filtering makes me secure. Depending on where and how you use it though is everything.

That's true, but it is the first layer of additional security.
Sent from my Sprint Samsung Galaxy S3, running strongsteve's OdexedBlue ROM, using xda-developers app.

I'm kinda confused how guys you all got the tethering too work. Do I have too download something from the play store?
Sent from my SPH-L710 using xda premium

shakim24 said:
I'm kinda confused how guys you all got the tethering too work. Do I have too download something from the play store?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
WiFi Tether is the app I use. Look for qbking77 sticky thread in Android Development for his how-to video.
Sent from my Sprint Samsung Galaxy S3, running strongsteve's OdexedBlue ROM, using xda-developers app.

Tethering Not working...

So I am using Straight Talk ATT... and I realize its against all terms of service and so on...
But it still should work. so far I cant get the APP wifi tether to work or FoxFi says its not available for ATT Nexus 4.
What are you guys using? on any carrier

Use the one built into android...
settings > (under wireless & networks category) more > Tethering and Mobile Hotspot
There are also plenty of widgets in the market that will allow you to use a quick toggle.

Using the setting directly through android doesn't work for some reason for me... My computer never seems to connect
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda premium

ml3000 said:
Using the setting directly through android doesn't work for some reason for me... My computer never seems to connect
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Probably drivers if you're using USB tether. Try Wi-Fi.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda premium

That is WiFi... Also tried USB... It connects and gets an IP but no data is transfered. Its sending and receiving but not actual data is working
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda premium

ml3000 said:
That is WiFi... Also tried USB... It connects and gets an IP but no data is transfered. Its sending and receiving but not actual data is working
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Try doing it with Open security, change the SSID and if you are using Win 7 make sure you select a profile (home, work, public) it will take a few seconds before it will work even though it is connected and assigned an IP. Also try it on something else, it make be your computer and not the phone.

Also, I find it odd that it only shows up as an Ad-Hoc Network? not an actual AP like normal

Hmm, I'm have the same problem with my Nexus 4. I'm with rogers and I used the sim from my Galaxy Nexus in my Nexus 4. Using the built in tethering Wifi and USB works on my Galaxy Nexus, but the on the Nexus 4, devices can connect but no data is transferred even though data is working.
The only thing I can think of is because I'm using the rogers LTE APN on the N4 but the normal APN on the GN.

Could this be caused by the straight talk APN that I am using? I am having he same type of situation. It connects but no data is transferred.

T-Mobile caught me tethering and now I get redirected to the tethering page

Ngo93 said:
T-Mobile caught me tethering and now I get redirected to the tethering page
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Time to change your user agent on your browser or set up network data encryption on your computer
On the OP's Topic, I also have the issue where I can connect but no data is transferred. Still trying to figure this out, this is the first phone where it has not worked for me.

Ngo93 said:
T-Mobile caught me tethering and now I get redirected to the tethering page
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Just use a different browser, it detects chrome all the time
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda app-developers app

the3dman said:
Time to change your user agent on your browser or set up network data encryption on your computer
On the OP's Topic, I also have the issue where I can connect but no data is transferred. Still trying to figure this out, this is the first phone where it has not worked for me.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I found it where if you connect and reconnect, it'll eventually work.
It is a bit buggy how it works but it does work somehow. Just keep trying!

chlehqls said:
I found it where if you connect and reconnect, it'll eventually work.
It is a bit buggy how it works but it does work somehow. Just keep trying!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Add "dun" to your APN type.

Tried adding dun and still not working. Any other ideas?
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda premium

if you tether LTE plan, will you get LTE speeds on the other connecting phones? or just the original host LTE phone

so anyone else have Straight talk and get this to work?

I had the same problem (with T-Mobile), adding "dun" as mayastig suggested did the trick.
Specifically, the APN type for epc.tmobile.com now reads "default,supl,mss,dun".

Sorry to be off the straight talk topic.. don't know about that but I am on the $30 tmob plan.
I just really need to tether maybe twice a month and I can't see spending $15 on that. My question is, of I do it using fox will tmob find out and ban me or something?
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda app-developers app

EboMike said:
I had the same problem (with T-Mobile), adding "dun" as mayastig suggested did the trick.
Specifically, the APN type for epc.tmobile.com now reads "default,supl,mss,dun".
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
So you did this on a T-Mobile prepaid plan and you were able to achieve tethering without T-Mobile cutting you off?
Sent from my Nexus 4 using Xparent Red Tapatalk 2

Bypass Tmobile UserAgent Sniff and Tether

Found a solution to tmobiles user agent sniffer .
**Must be rooted for this to work * *
Steps:
1. Get TrevE Mod tether app
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34037922
(you will not get a internet connection using any other tether app while using the VPN app)
2. Get Hotspot Shield VPN
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...id.vpn&feature=nav_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDNd
(was mentioned in earlier post but couldn't get it to work)
3. Start Hotspot Shield VPN and connect
4. Start TrevE Mod Tether app
Problems?
Hotspot Shield does not connect or you get error 1028?
Get Tun.Ko from market and install it
Repeat step 3 and 4
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...1bGwsMSwyLDEsImNvbS5hZWQudHVuLmluc3RhbGxlciJd
Connected device does not receive internet?
In TrevE Mod tether app go to settings and select Device profile and select Generic ICS/JB wanl0 . Now select setup and select Netd-Ndc master . Check box that says send Nets Max client . Check box WiFi-Reloads driver 2 . Check Routing fix .You may need to change ssid too .
I am using Chrome with no user agent switcher and no longer get errors when trying to play youtube videos
Please hit the Thanks Button

your links, they have...dots in them

phuzznut said:
your links, they have...dots in them
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Links fixed . Thank for letting me know .
Sent from my SGH-T959 using xda premium

Is there a way besides keeping phone screen set to always on to make sure the tethering doesn't turn off
sent from my Samsung Gangster S III on the T-Mobile network

md1008 said:
Is there a way besides keeping phone screen set to always on to make sure the tethering doesn't turn off
sent from my Samsung Gangster S III on the T-Mobile network
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Why would you need to keep the screen on . Are you using the tether app posted in step 1 ?

When my phone sleeps so does the tethering app..
I do have battery defender installed but not active maybe that could be a problem. I would think if not active it wouldn't interfere maybe I am wrong
sent from my Samsung Gangster S III on the T-Mobile network

dude i got banned and now its working back again!! thank you!

aznknightz17 said:
dude i got banned and now its working back again!! thank you!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Your welcome . Glad your back up and running.
Sent from my SGH-T959 using xda premium

aznknightz17 said:
dude i got banned and now its working back again!! thank you!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yeah me 2
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium

vpn1click is unlimited, free and tests much faster through speedtest on my phone...

wrecksa said:
vpn1click is unlimited, free and tests much faster through speedtest on my phone...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I have both . I haven't used 1click yet though . Thanks for the info .
Sent from my SGH-T959 using xda premium

Mine seems to work fine with only the treve app ... using chrome and all and I was previously blocked
Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk 2

clninja said:
Mine seems to work fine with only the treve app ... using chrome and all and I was previously blocked
Sent from my SGH-T999 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
T-Mobile can still tell you're tethering via user agent . It's only a matter of time before you get the text or have to use a user agent switcher. If you use the VPN your data is encrypted and tmobile can't snoop through your data .
Sent from my SGH-T959 using xda premium

So what if you set up a VPN through an NAS or router on your home network, and used the vpn software built into the phone. The S3 comes with two built in vpn clients, the native android vpn client, and the Authentec one in the app drawer pre installed by samsung. (does anyone have any opinion on differentiation between the two by the way)
I would test this myself right now, but havent set up the VPN capabilities of my home NAS, and wont be home for several days. But am really curious about this now.
I have in the past used a VPN through my old work work to netflix and hbogo and use my Play Music acount abroad, so I have high hopes for this idea.
Someone please test. I'm dying to know. I'll play and post when I get back.
_b

AgentFour20 said:
Found a solution to tmobiles stupid user agent sniffer .
Steps:
1. Get TrevE Mod tether app
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34037922
(you will not get a internet connection using any other tether app while using the VPN app)
2. Get Hotspot Shield VPN
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...id.vpn&feature=nav_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDNd
(was mentioned in earlier post but couldn't get it to work)
3. Start Hotspot Shield VPN and connect
4. Start TrevE Mod Tether app
Problems?
Hotspot Shield does not connect or you get error 1028?
Get Tun.Ko from market and install it
Repeat step 3 and 4
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...1bGwsMSwyLDEsImNvbS5hZWQudHVuLmluc3RhbGxlciJd
I am using Chrome with no user agent switcher and no longer get errors when trying to play youtube videos
Please hit the Thanks Button
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
i hadnt read back here and had quite a ride. i installed 2.3.6 and i didnt redirect but i guess the radio or modem wasnt as developed as now and was suuuper slow but i enjoyed having gb on my s2. they should beef them up to now standards and re-release those, if possible. but yeah i threw the galaxy rom and it was blazing fast with no redirect and then tmobile shut my internet off for like 4 hours and its a half speed now even though i have unlimited nationwide. and im talking play store wont load, why do i still stay there?!?!?! haha NOPE I TAKE IT BACK I LOVE DOWNLOADING APPS THAT FREEZE MY PHONE UP AND DONT WORK AND WONT FORCE QUIT I HAVE TO HARD REBOOT! WOO! i bet you work for tmobile.....

the_wookie said:
So what if you set up a VPN through an NAS or router on your home network, and used the vpn software built into the phone. The S3 comes with two built in vpn clients, the native android vpn client, and the Authentec one in the app drawer pre installed by samsung. (does anyone have any opinion on differentiation between the two by the way)
I would test this myself right now, but havent set up the VPN capabilities of my home NAS, and wont be home for several days. But am really curious about this now.
I have in the past used a VPN through my old work work to netflix and hbogo and use my Play Music acount abroad, so I have high hopes for this idea.
Someone please test. I'm dying to know. I'll play and post when I get back.
_b
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yeah i can confirm this works. You'll lose some speed (1-2 mbps) but its still a great option
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium

Vs_KinetiK_Rhage said:
i hadnt read back here and had quite a ride. i installed 2.3.6 and i didnt redirect but i guess the radio or modem wasnt as developed as now and was suuuper slow but i enjoyed having gb on my s2. they should beef them up to now standards and re-release those, if possible. but yeah i threw the galaxy rom and it was blazing fast with no redirect and then tmobile shut my internet off for like 4 hours and its a half speed now even though i have unlimited nationwide. and im talking play store wont load, why do i still stay there?!?!?! haha NOPE I TAKE IT BACK I LOVE DOWNLOADING APPS THAT FREEZE MY PHONE UP AND DONT WORK AND WONT FORCE QUIT I HAVE TO HARD REBOOT! WOO! i bet you work for tmobile.....
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
My phone runs fine must be your phone buddy . And no I don't work for T-Mobile . Lmao
Sent from my SGH-T959 using xda premium

Wow, thank you very much guys it works great especially that 1click vpn. One thing tho, I can't access my favorite torrent site I guess because everything is encrypted.
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda app-developers app

Which tether app did you guys download? I tried the first 2 from that tether thread and my computer won't pick up the connection..
Sent from my SGH-T889 using xda premium
EDIT: Had to mess with some of the settings but I got it to work. Thank you OP!

Krnla said:
Which tether app did you guys download? I tried the first 2 from that tether thread and my computer won't pick up the connection..
Sent from my SGH-T889 using xda premium
EDIT: Had to mess with some of the settings but I got it to work. Thank you OP!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Any tips on what settings you messed with? I'm having the same problems.

Wifi Tether TrevE Mod figured out

:victory:Hi community,
After some trial and errors I finally figured out how to get Wifi-Tether from TrevE Mod working on my LGOG.
Download apk: http://www.4shared.com/mobile/1NM4caOi/WifiTether_TrevE_Mod_11_22_201.html
Settings:
Device Profile: Samsung Galaxy Nexus (CDMA/LTE)
Setup Method: Netd (master)
Enable Wifi-Encription (Checked)
Wifi-Driver Reload 2 (Checked)
MSS Clamping (Checked)
Routing Fix (Checked)
Disable Wake-Lock (Checked)
Feel free to contact me if it doesn't work for your LGOG, I can help you further.
Thank you and enjoy.
God Bless you all, be safe.
Miguel Berrios

I noticed on mines that when I stop using it for sometime it stops working. All I do to get it back is change the Wifi Driver Reload back and forth between 1 and 2. Hope this is useful to you guys.
Enjoy.
Sent from my LG-LS970 using xda premium

miguelberrios said:
I noticed on mines that when I stop using it for sometime it stops working. All I do to get it back is change the Wifi Driver Reload back and forth between 1 and 2. Hope this is useful to you guys.
Enjoy.
Sent from my LG-LS970 using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I have my OG flashed to Boost and haven't added money in a few days because I couldn't download torrents but I will put some money on it to try it out...Have you tried to download "torrents" while tethered to your computer yet?

Yes I have. I am currently using tTorrent. It has its own built in search engine. Free at play store.
Sent from my LG-LS970 using xda premium

I've tried this method using CM11 and it does not work. Might just be rom specific.

Doesn't work for me on stock..
-Whiplashh
Sent from a Premium Xda app using the Flo Nexus 7.

Miguel and all who wish to chime in,
My Sprint LG-LS970 was rooted using Framaroot. I've downloaded the TreveE Mod you listed in your original post and have set up the settings as you have listed in that post as well. WiFi tether startsc with no errors but the SSID name doesn't show up in any of the wifi connections list on my PC or tablet. I suspect that the stock ZVC rom is the problem. I'm also running JB v. 4.1.2.
Would any one be so kind as to let me know what rom will allow wifi tethering to work on my phone?. I've also tried "WifiThether v 3.3-pre2.apk with the same results using the settings:
Device - Profile: Generic ICS/JB (wlan0)
Setup-Method: Netd-Ndc (master)
WiFI-Driver reload 2 checked
MSS clamping checked
Routing Fix checked
Thanks,
Seth G