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Hey all,
Does anyone have a wifi tethering app suggestion? or specific settings to set on a particular app to get wifi tethering working?
I'm rooted using MotoChopper. I tried WiFi Tether for Root Users and I can get the app to start just fine but my the network doesn't appear to be broadcasting as I can't see it on any other devices.
I can't use the built in hotspot feature because it's not enabled on my plan.
I understand it's early in the development stages for the SGS4 but just seeing if anyone has a workaround for the time being.
Thanks,
n64kps
n64kps said:
Hey all,
Does anyone have a wifi tethering app suggestion? or specific settings to set on a particular app to get wifi tethering working?
I'm rooted using MotoChopper. I tried WiFi Tether for Root Users and I can get the app to start just fine but my the network doesn't appear to be broadcasting as I can't see it on any other devices.
I can't use the built in hotspot feature because it's not enabled on my plan.
I understand it's early in the development stages for the SGS4 but just seeing if anyone has a workaround for the time being.
Thanks,
n64kps
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Some strings need to be edited in the framework to change where the traffic get directed to so T-Mobile doesn't see you are tethering. Then you will be able to use the native app/toggle.
n64kps said:
Hey all,
Does anyone have a wifi tethering app suggestion? or specific settings to set on a particular app to get wifi tethering working?
I'm rooted using MotoChopper. I tried WiFi Tether for Root Users and I can get the app to start just fine but my the network doesn't appear to be broadcasting as I can't see it on any other devices.
I can't use the built in hotspot feature because it's not enabled on my plan.
I understand it's early in the development stages for the SGS4 but just seeing if anyone has a workaround for the time being.
Thanks,
n64kps
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+1 - also hunting this feature - no foriegn devices on the network at the office, so tethering is my only option to get me some sweet sweet data to my laptop
or if u cant wait u can try this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2063043
XeoNoX said:
or if u cant wait u can try this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2063043
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any simple app suggestion?
Do you need "wifi" tethering?
If not, PDAnet for me via bluetooth and usb.
plexwang said:
any simple app suggestion?
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according to the OP in the following post this works http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2266007&highlight=tether
try foxfi: http://foxfi.com
+1 for Foxfi, i have paid version and its good to go
nismo35 said:
+1 for Foxfi, i have paid version and its good to go
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does it provide free tethering? or are you on a tethering data plan?
Is it possible to redirect all tethered traffic through a VPN and therefore circumvent t-mobiles tether detection?
E.g. set up an SSH tunnel with port forwarding on the phone and then set your phone as a proxy server on your PC?
Or, if t-mobile only uses user-agent detection, can you simply use a VPN directly from your PC? As all traffic is then encrypted, t-mobile should no longer be able to identify its origin.
im on my unlimited plan, and the free version is limited to a small bandwidth limit. 8 bucks for the full version and no additional fees.
Thanks for reading.
I am looking for a way to automate turning WiFi calling on/off. I have attempted to do this with Tasker but with no luck. I have read several threads but they seem to be referencing an older WiFi calling solution that was an app.
I am using the T-Mobile Samsung S4 w/ 4.3 and the WiFi calling settings are under Settings->My Device (Tab)->Call->Wi-Fi Calling. this phone is not rooted (corporate policy) so there I cannot use D-pad instructions to select the option.
Any thoughts?
rlyounker said:
Thanks for reading.
I am looking for a way to automate turning WiFi calling on/off. I have attempted to do this with Tasker but with no luck. I have read several threads but they seem to be referencing an older WiFi calling solution that was an app.
I am using the T-Mobile Samsung S4 w/ 4.3 and the WiFi calling settings are under Settings->My Device (Tab)->Call->Wi-Fi Calling. this phone is not rooted (corporate policy) so there I cannot use D-pad instructions to select the option.
Any thoughts?
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I just took a look at the code, I think you are out of luck without root my friend. :/
I was under the assumption that it was automatic.
With Wi-Fi calling on and you're out of Wi-Fi range cellular network take over. There's a few options under Wi-Fi calling setting as to which you prefer first, Wi-Fi or cellular signal
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baseballfanz said:
I was under the assumption that it was automatic.
With Wi-Fi calling on and you're out of Wi-Fi range cellular network take over. There's a few options under Wi-Fi calling setting as to which you prefer first, Wi-Fi or cellular signal
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Thats what i was thinkin..
baseballfanz said:
I was under the assumption that it was automatic.
With Wi-Fi calling on and you're out of Wi-Fi range cellular network take over. There's a few options under Wi-Fi calling setting as to which you prefer first, Wi-Fi or cellular signal
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Your assumption is correct, however if you set it to Cellular preferred and you get a call with only 10% cell signal it will come across the voice channel, and in my case most likely drop. This is when I am at the office. Conversely when I am at home my wireless coverage is spotty and I wouldn't want to use WiFi calling. So my ultimate goal is to use Tasker to turn on WiFi calling when I am at the office and turn is off when I leave. I hope this clarifies what I am trying to accomplish.
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Your assumption is correct, however if you set it to Cellular preferred and you get a call with only 10% cell signal it will come across the voice channel, and in my case most likely drop. This is when I am at the office. Conversely when I am at home my wireless coverage is spotty and I wouldn't want to use WiFi calling. So my ultimate goal is to use Tasker to turn on WiFi calling when I am at the office and turn is off when I leave. I hope this clarifies what I am trying to accomplish.
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This is impossible without root though.
you can get automate wifi on/off .you might to know network knowledge and you can settings this on/off mode .any prob help with any wifi expert please.
Michael Hill said:
you can get automate wifi on/off .you might to know network knowledge and you can settings this on/off mode .any prob help with any wifi expert please.
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Why are you bumping all these ancient threads without adding any information?
Please don't do that.
I would like to do this as well!!!
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Anyone having this issue? When you enable WiFi calling, it doesn't shut off the cell service.
bubblebuddyi said:
Anyone having this issue? When you enable WiFi calling, it doesn't shut off the cell service.
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Yeah I was you just have to switch from "wifi preferred" to "never use cellular networks" under wifi calling settings.
Wouldn't that only limit you to whatever range your wifi is during a call? Kind of defeats the purpose?
diehardbattery said:
Wouldn't that only limit you to whatever range your wifi is during a call? Kind of defeats the purpose?
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Not unless you know you don't have cell service thus giving you much more battery since the phone stops consistently looking for cell.
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Is that normal? I'm going to be trying out T-Mobile for a little bit so I'm just trying to get a feel for these things..
Hi guys!
I m wondering if anybody does have wifi-tethering issue on M8 stock/unrooted.
It worked once at home and then nothing at all.
Is this because of outdated driver ? or should i use app from GooglePlay ?
Any advices??
P.s: usb tethering works however.
nARDOs said:
I m wondering if anybody does have wifi-tethering issue on M8 stock/unrooted.
It worked once at home and then nothing at all.
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WiFi tethering has worked fine for me on a variety of stock/custom ROMs: stock Dev Edition, SD Sense 7, LeeDroid.
nARDOs said:
Is this because of outdated driver ?
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Unlikely, since you are on stock unrooted (assume this means never modded) Lollipop, your firmware should be up to date.
redpoint73 said:
WiFi tethering has worked fine for me on a variety of stock/custom ROMs: stock Dev Edition, SD Sense 7, LeeDroid.
I can see wifi tethering on my network list but i can t connect to it. I get dns error.
I don t know where is the issue if it s the phone, laptop, router.
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Unlikely, since you are on stock unrooted (assume this means never modded) Lollipop, your firmware should be up to date.[/QUOTE]
i refered to the wireless adapter driver that might be outdated
nARDOs said:
i refered to the wireless adapter driver that might be outdated
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A wireless adapter on your laptop? Try another laptop or other device (tablet, etc.) to eliminate that as the problem.
solved
redpoint73 said:
A wireless adapter on your laptop? Try another laptop or other device (tablet, etc.) to eliminate that as the problem.
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Thanks its working now
nARDOs said:
Thanks its working now
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It would be helpful and courteous for you to post the solution. Both for curiosity of those that have tried to help; or possible future use by others with the same/similar issue.
redpoint73 said:
It would be helpful and courteous for you to post the solution. Both for curiosity of those that have tried to help; or possible future use by others with the same/similar issue.
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As banal as 4g network not switched on .
nARDOs said:
As banal as 4g network not switched on .
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4G switched on, or cell data not switched on?
If just 4G, I don't see why tethering would be blocked (should work fine on 3G).
redpoint73 said:
4G switched on, or cell data not switched on?
If just 4G, I don't see why tethering would be blocked (should work fine on 3G).
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I meant cell data (2G,3G,4G) not switched on.
I thought actually that wifi tethering can use my private wifi when at home.
nARDOs said:
I meant cell data (2G,3G,4G) not switched on.
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Ha, well that was easy!
nARDOs said:
I thought actually that wifi tethering can use my private wifi when at home.
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For one thing, while I'm not sure, I don't think its technically possible for the phone to use its WiFi modem as a "sender" (router) and as a "receiver" at the same time.
Another thing, is if you already have your home WiFi network available, why not just tether the laptop directly instead of needlessly having the phone as a middle man? Using the phone as a WiFi hotspot basically defeats the purpose. Probably will even slow down the data connection to the laptop.
redpoint73 said:
Ha, well that was easy!
For one thing, while I'm not sure, I don't think its technically possible for the phone to use its WiFi modem as a "sender" (router) and as a "receiver" at the same time.
Another thing, is if you already have your home WiFi network available, why not just tether the laptop directly instead of needlessly having the phone as a middle man? Using the phone as a WiFi hotspot basically defeats the purpose. Probably will even slow down the data connection to the laptop.
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Actually the bandwidth speed on wifi tethering using mobile data is 2x times better than my home Wifi network. Obviously because of the 4G network.
it s 3mps vs 6-7mps when downloading..
nARDOs said:
Actually the bandwidth speed on wifi tethering using mobile data is 2x times better than my home Wifi network. Obviously because of the 4G network.
it s 3mps vs 6-7mps when downloading..
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You must have a really poor home internet connection and/or router, then.
My cable internet is around 80 Mbps, and my 14 year old WRT54 is spec'ed for 54 Mbps.
redpoint73 said:
You must have a really poor home internet connection and/or router, then.
My cable internet is around 80 Mbps, and my 14 year old WRT54 is spec'ed for 54 Mbps.
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I was misleading a little bit
My internet connection is actually between 60-70 mbps on wireless router.
But i m using Internet Download Manager while downloading stuff from the internet and the transfer rate, it says, is about 2 mbps.
I cannot find menu to choose between 2.4 and 5 in mobile hotspot. I read somewhere that Excynos architecture can recieve 5GHz but cannot transmit. Can anyone confirm that?
nui_e said:
I cannot find menu to choose between 2.4 and 5 in mobile hotspot. I read somewhere that Excynos architecture can recieve 5GHz but cannot transmit. Can anyone confirm that?
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Did you find the answer to this? my hotspot on my ultra is too slow and I have an exynos. I think Ill have to sell the phone
if your phone rooted install xposed Firefds Kit [Q] and check system features
you will see enable advanced hotspot options
use it well
hsveight said:
Did you find the answer to this? my hotspot on my ultra is too slow and I have an exynos. I think Ill have to sell the phone
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There is no option for this. Hardware module on this device can recieve 5Ghz but cannot transmit.
Edit: Oh, seems like I'm wrong according to the post above.