
That is why we decided to come to the rescue and give you a list of the best tethering apps. The 4G Network offers speeds worth sharing and the number of tethering apps on Google Play has increased drastically. So while this is a functional app on the ‘official’ Google market, understand that by using it excessively (or perhaps even occasionally … or just using it at all) you could gain unwanted attention from your carrier.It was Android 2.2 Froyo that first brought the option to the OS – the ability to connect a device to another and share the internet connection. There have been innumerable discussions about whether the distinction between using 2GB of data on your phone compared to 1GB on the phone and 1GB as a hotspot really matters – but ultimately the carriers have stated that in order to officially use the functionality you need to sign up for the plan. As long as you do not sign up for a tether plan you won’t be charged.

When WiFi hotspot is activated you may also see a hotspot notification of the built-in WiFi hotspot feature. If your phone has a rooted ROM it may or may not work.Ĥ. For some Samsung phones if your computer is not able to get an IP address, try to turn on WiFi on the phone first and make sure it does not connect to any WiFi network, then turn on FoxFi.ģ.

On some models if you run into WiFi problem after using the Hotspot, simply reboot your phone to clear the issue.Ģ. FoxFi usage is covered under the same phone data plan you have.ġ. Access Point is infrastructure mode with WPA2 security. You can connect from any tablets or computers. WiFi mode does NOT work on any HTC phones or the first Motorola Droid/Triumph, use Bluetooth mode instead. WiFi mode currently works on most Samsung phones and Motorola phones, LG Optimus/Vortex/Ally, ZTE N762, HuaWei Comet.

No rooting required! Just install and turn it on. Enables WiFi or Bluetooth Hotspot on your Android phone without a Hotspot plan from your carrier.
