Wireless Tethering without root? (VZW) (Want to upgrade to 4.4) - Moto X Q&A

Word around the mill is that root is not going to be achieved any time soon on 4.4 (VZW). I am hesitant because I use my phone for internet at my household. Can't lose the ability to wireless tether. I've seen some apps on the playstore that advertise wireless tethering without root, but I don't want to update and it end up not working. Has anyone tried these apps? If not, anyone who is on 4.4 willing to give it a try?
Much appreciated.

MKelleYgcsi said:
Word around the mill is that root is not going to be achieved any time soon on 4.4 (VZW). I am hesitant because I use my phone for internet at my household. Can't lose the ability to wireless tether. I've seen some apps on the playstore that advertise wireless tethering without root, but I don't want to update and it end up not working. Has anyone tried these apps? If not, anyone who is on 4.4 willing to give it a try?
Much appreciated.
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I'll do you one better.
I'm rooted on 4.4 and I cannot get tethering to work AT ALL.
They removed VZWEntitelmentServices.apk, so we can no longer bypass the stock tethering check.
FoxFi didn't work. Wireless tether for root users didn't work. None of the tethering apps I tried worked.
Tethering on 4.4 is going to be a problem, I can tell.

I saw a post that Foxfi didn't work on a VZW X with KK.
Now, maybe if the app developer updates it to be 4.4 compatible? But I don't use the product, so I don't know what the developer's plans are.
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9kracing said:
I'll do you one better.
I'm rooted on 4.4 and I cannot get tethering to work AT ALL.
They removed VZWEntitelmentServices.apk, so we can no longer bypass the stock tethering check.
FoxFi didn't work. Wireless tether for root users didn't work. None of the tethering apps I tried worked.
Tethering on 4.4 is going to be a problem, I can tell.
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See -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=47643576&postcount=34 that works for me (VZW DE with 4.4 rooted)

Subscribing... On VZW Dev Ed & waiting for tether to be fixed before upgrading.

9kracing said:
I'll do you one better.
I'm rooted on 4.4 and I cannot get tethering to work AT ALL.
They removed VZWEntitelmentServices.apk, so we can no longer bypass the stock tethering check.
FoxFi didn't work. Wireless tether for root users didn't work. None of the tethering apps I tried worked.
Tethering on 4.4 is going to be a problem, I can tell.
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I don't know if this would fix the issue as it creates the VZWEntitlementServices.apk but I had success with this on 4.2. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2443562 I haven't had a chance to upgrade to 4.4 to try it out but hopefully I'll be able to test it over the weekend.

9kracing said:
I'll do you one better.
I'm rooted on 4.4 and I cannot get tethering to work AT ALL.
They removed VZWEntitelmentServices.apk, so we can no longer bypass the stock tethering check.
FoxFi didn't work. Wireless tether for root users didn't work. None of the tethering apps I tried worked.
Tethering on 4.4 is going to be a problem, I can tell.
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How were you able to attain root? Am I out of the loop here? hahah. Are you on the Dev edition?

Mercutio5 said:
Subscribing... On VZW Dev Ed & waiting for tether to be fixed before upgrading.
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See the link I just posted. It works. NO FoxFi, no messing with the entitlementcheck.apks and such. Just be rooted, install the app and configure as thread says.

9kracing said:
I'll do you one better.
I'm rooted on 4.4 and I cannot get tethering to work AT ALL.
They removed VZWEntitelmentServices.apk, so we can no longer bypass the stock tethering check.
FoxFi didn't work. Wireless tether for root users didn't work. None of the tethering apps I tried worked.
Tethering on 4.4 is going to be a problem, I can tell.
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Would it be a no brainer question to ask if you are on a dev edition of moto x (rooted) All indications I see are that retail x has no root yet (if ever)

MKelleYgcsi said:
How were you able to attain root? Am I out of the loop here? hahah. Are you on the Dev edition?
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Only those with unlockable boot loader (VZW Developer Edition, or if your carrier allows boot loader unlock) can root with Kit Kat.

KidJoe said:
See the link I just posted. It works. NO FoxFi, no messing with the entitlementcheck.apks and such. Just be rooted, install the app and configure as thread says.
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KidJoe said:
I saw a post that Foxfi didn't work on a VZW X with KK.
Now, maybe if the app developer updates it to be 4.4 compatible? But I don't use the product, so I don't know what the developer's plans are.
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See -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=47643576&postcount=34 that works for me (VZW DE with 4.4 rooted)
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Awesome! Tested on 4.2.2 and it works perfectly, can't wait to get this working on 4.4 too
Thanks x1000!

KidJoe said:
See the link I just posted. It works. NO FoxFi, no messing with the entitlementcheck.apks and such. Just be rooted, install the app and configure as thread says.
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Sorry but it is not working for me. I have it setup like you said, and it looks like it tethers, but I am unable to see the SSID or connect.
Were you able to successfully tether something?
edit; Nvm, it does work, it just takes a really long time for the network to show up... like a few minutes.
I still would prefer native tethering, but this will work for now, ty!

9kracing said:
Sorry but it is not working for me. I have it setup like you said, and it looks like it tethers, but I am unable to see the SSID or connect.
Were you able to successfully tether something?
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Yes. My iPad Air, iPad 3, and my Bionic (without SIM).
Are you using the EXPERIMENTAL 3.4 version? because the other versions of the app did not work.

So there is no possible way unless you have root?
BTW there is a bounty thread for root,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2536089

MKelleYgcsi said:
So there is no possible way unless you have root?
BTW there is a bounty thread for root,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2536089
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Not that I am aware of. FoxFi was the only Non-root way on JB/4.2.2. But that currently doesn't work on KK/4.4.

Moving my own post to proper thread.

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Mobile Hotspot modded to skip provisioning check (VZW)

Hi all. I have obtained a modded version of the Mobile Hotspot provisioning for Verizon. This should let you use hotspot without paying VZW for the feature that is free to any non-VZW rom users..
TO CLEAR UP ANY CONFUSION: I am NOT the original developer of this mod. I was directly contacted by the modder who wished to remain anonymous due to the potentially grey legal area of a mod such as this.
Suffice to say that I am not stealing credit, and that I am posting it specifically to act as a shield to the original dev, as per their request. If I need to give a name to avoid flak, then I'll just remove the post rather than break my promise.
UPDATE: The mods are OK with this posrt for now, unless anything happens. So for now it's staying up.
Anywho. Download the file, backup and remove HotspotProvision.apk and HotspotProvision.odex from /system/app/ And then drag in this copy of the apk. Put it's permissions to rw-r--r-- and reboot.
You should now be able to set up your mobile hotspot.
I am posting this from my tethered computer
HotspotProvision.apk (98 KB)
Note that I DID NOT CREATE THIS.
If this for some reason is not allowed on here, please let me know and/or delete the post.
Works like a charm, thanks.
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I used root explorer. Renamed files to hotspotprovision.old and hotspotprovisiono.old. Copied in the the apk file, set permissions. About to go on a road trip and this was much needed.
Hooray!
Followed OP directions to a T
When I click on Mobile Hotspot I get an error.
EDIT: Ignore me, I had the Verizon Mobile Hotspot apk frozen
Namtaru said:
Followed OP directions to a T
When I click on Mobile Hotspot I get an error.
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Did you make sure to remove the original apk AND odex?
did you change the permissions?
are you on the OTA? (so was I)
Im not sure why this wouldn't work for you.
WACOMalt said:
Did you make sure to remove the original apk AND odex?
did you change the permissions?
are you on the OTA? (so was I)
Im not sure why this wouldn't work for you.
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I do not have the OTA and it worked just fine for me, for reference.
do i need root or superuser?
Damasterjj said:
do i need root or superuser?
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You need both, because you have to modify system files.
will VZ know I am using the default app?
Damasterjj said:
will VZ know I am using the default app?
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highly doubted. Worst case scenario is it wont work and you get a charge for the tethering fee. But that isn't the case. If you're worried, wait for AOSP of some flavor with built in tethering
Namtaru said:
Followed OP directions to a T
When I click on Mobile Hotspot I get an error.
EDIT: Ignore me, I had the Verizon Mobile Hotspot apk frozen
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Ummmm, I uninstalled Version Mobile Hotspot. Any idea on how to get it back?
cheami said:
Ummmm, I uninstalled Version Mobile Hotspot. Any idea on how to get it back?
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no idea. sorry. have someone name a Titanium backup of it for you.
Dude, thank you so much for posting this. Works like great. Now my LG G2 is complete haha thanks again.
cheami said:
Ummmm, I uninstalled Version Mobile Hotspot. Any idea on how to get it back?
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Here's the Mobile Hotspot apk and odex, from the stock rom posted by scrosler. Unzip this, then copy them both to /system/app, and reboot. You might need to set permissions? notsure
Nice....Thank you for posting this. OP post instructions were perfect. The one thing I am noticing about all these mods is that the OP are telling people to delete these original files, when all you have to do is rename them if you don't want to back them up or are nervous about deleting them. Again, thank you!!
Working here,
Tethering now,
Thanks
Oooh... very nice! Does this also work with USB tethering?
DeaconBoogie said:
Oooh... very nice! Does this also work with USB tethering?
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Yes, I can confirm it does.
WACOMalt said:
Hi all. I have obtained a modded version of the Mobile Hotspot provisioning for Verizon. This should let you use hotspot without paying VZW for the feature that is free to any non-VZW rom users..
Anywho. Download the file, backup and remove HotspotProvision.apk and HotspotProvision.odex from /system/app/ And then drag in this copy of the apk. Put it's permissions to rw-r--r-- and reboot.
You should now be able to set up your mobile hotspot.
I am posting this from my tethered computer
HotspotProvision.apk (98 KB)
Note that I DID NOT CREATE THIS.
If this for some reason is not allowed on here, please let me know and/or delete the post.
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You ROCK MAN!!!! It works on my Verizon G2 !!!!! Thank you :good: :fingers-crossed:
Glad I got the G2. The community off to a great start!
Someone have a mirror? I can not DL from Mega.

[Q] How to kill OTA software update

Hi guys, I finally got a Moto X today to check out what's the hype all about! I'm very excited but also very new to Android and Moto X. So will need you help.
I'm currently on Verizon 4.2.2. I want to stay on it because I do use FoxFi and 4.4 breaks it. OTA did download on the phone but I delayed the installation. Is there anyway to delete the OTA download file and force stop the OTA?
I tried to force stop the MotorolaOTA but the download resumed after about 20 seconds every time.
I rooted the device thanks for the instruction on this sites. Is my easiest route to use the paid version of Titanium Backup to freeze the MotoOTA? I want to make sure it works before I go ahead and pay for it. Any other alternatives?
Thanks for your help in advance. I tried to browse through about 20 pages or so but didn't really find the answer so I created a new thread.
Yep, go ahead and buy titanium. It works perfectly on my phone. App quarantine does not see the app. Anyone have any free alternatives?
Sent from my XT1060 using xda app-developers app
solovln said:
Hi guys, I finally got a Moto X today to check out what's the hype all about! I'm very excited but also very new to Android and Moto X. So will need you help.
I'm currently on Verizon 4.2.2. I want to stay on it because I do use FoxFi and 4.4 breaks it. OTA did download on the phone but I delayed the installation. Is there anyway to delete the OTA download file and force stop the OTA?
I tried to force stop the MotorolaOTA but the download resumed after about 20 seconds every time.
I rooted the device thanks for the instruction on this sites. Is my easiest route to use the paid version of Titanium Backup to freeze the MotoOTA? I want to make sure it works before I go ahead and pay for it. Any other alternatives?
Thanks for your help in advance. I tried to browse through about 20 pages or so but didn't really find the answer so I created a new thread.
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Do you have the developer edition or regular Moto X? What phone carrier are you on?
If foxfi is what is keeping you back, usb and Bluetooth tether still works for me. As you said Hotspot will not work.
Sent from my XT1060 using xda app-developers app
If you're rooted on 4.4 there's instructions in a thread here to get the native WiFi tethering working. Just FYI.
Mr. Orange 645 said:
If you're rooted on 4.4 there's instructions in a thread here to get the native WiFi tethering working. Just FYI.
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Agreed...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2536166 here's the thread.
cw18306 said:
Agreed...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2536166 here's the thread.
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everyone states that Wifi Tether does not work on 4.4 but i have been using it on my phone from day one on my Sprint Moto X
but like everyone has stated there is a native tether mod that will give you tether
cw18306 said:
Do you have the developer edition or regular Moto X? What phone carrier are you on?
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I have a verizon moto x
Mr. Orange 645 said:
If you're rooted on 4.4 there's instructions in a thread here to get the native WiFi tethering working. Just FYI.
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So do I just update through OTA , root 4.4 again and then install that package from this thread with discoverer?
Also I heard 4.4 is a bit buggy so that's why I'm holding back to see what 4.4.2 brings.
Thanks for the reply!
solovln said:
So do I just update through OTA , root 4.4 again and then install that package from this thread with discoverer?
Also I heard 4.4 is a bit buggy so that's why I'm holding back to see what 4.4.2 brings.
Thanks for the reply!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2538896
If you read the forums here, you can easily find answers to all your questions have already been posted. Good luck.

Any roms for GSM unlocked / t-mobile available out there that allows root?

currently the XT1053 editing the APN /adding dun and using SQLEditor no longer works for tmobile and metroPCS
wondering if there is any rom that has success of native wifi tethering?
If you want root, unlock the bootloader. From there, anything is possible.
nhizzat said:
If you want root, unlock the bootloader. From there, anything is possible.
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I was following this thread but it seems that tmobile fixed this to prevent it from working now
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/themes-apps/tmo-tmobile-native-tether-fix-4-4-2-t2644867
i am on unlocked bootlaoder and rooted
was just trying to find a ROM that has a working tether for tmobile
1dtms said:
I was following this thread but it seems that tmobile fixed this to prevent it from working now
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto...4-4-2-t2644867
i am on unlocked bootlaoder and rooted
was just trying to find a ROM that has a working tether for tmobile
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Well first, that link doesn't work.
Second, there is nothing preventing you from using this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/themes-apps/app-hotspot-entitlement-bypass-v1-1-5-9-t2705152
:good:
samwathegreat said:
Well first, that link doesn't work.
Second, there is nothing preventing you from using this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/themes-apps/app-hotspot-entitlement-bypass-v1-1-5-9-t2705152
:good:
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Sorry I meant this link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/themes-apps/tmo-tmobile-native-tether-fix-4-4-2-t2644867
(also fixed it above)
but that link you posted, it seems to be Verizon only. No mention for tmobile or XT1053
1dtms said:
Sorry I meant this link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-x/themes-apps/tmo-tmobile-native-tether-fix-4-4-2-t2644867
(also fixed it above)
but that link you posted, it seems to be Verizon only. No mention for tmobile or XT1053
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Have faith. It should work on ALL carriers.
That method no longer works though.

[MOD][6/7/15][VZW-E] - Tether hack - OC3 / OE2 build

This allows those on the old plan to still utilize tether for free.
For custom TW or stock TW roms.
Flash with latest flash fire.
Make sure you are rooted with PinPong Root 6 or higher.
Also make sure you pick the right one. The last 3 digits of the zip file are the firmware version. Flashing wrong one will boot loop you.
Oh and hit thanks!
Reserved!
scrosler said:
This allows those on the old plan to still utilize tether for free.
For custom TW or stock TW roms.
Flash with latest flash fire.
Make sure you are rooted with PinPong Root 5.1 or higher.
Oh and hit thanks!
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You're the best man. Thanks a lot.
Hi guys,
sorry for my eng
but can you please tell me what is this zip file do?
shlomko said:
Hi guys,
sorry for my eng
but can you please tell me what is this zip file do?
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It modifies the carrier check for Tether provisioning. If you have tether on your plan then you dont need it. If you dont have Tether then this will get you tether.
I dont know what carrier you have so flashing it, at a minimum will NOT hurt ANYTHING (that I know of).
So to see if you need it, just turn on Tether, if it works, then you dont need patch. If it doesnt work, then use patch.
Hope that helps.
Hit thanks!
Hi thx it did help
but now im having "sim card is not from Verizon" permenent message in task bar
do you know how to remove it ?
shlomko said:
Hi thx it did help
but now im having "sim card is not from Verizon" permenent message in task bar
do you know how to remove it ?
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Yes, but this is not for this thread. Please go to proper thread and I will answer there.
Just installed on rooted stock and it works like a champ. Phone was rooted with beta6. Thanks once again haha!
Cool beans! Did you hit Thanks
Thanks again scott for all that you do
scrosler said:
Cool beans! Did you hit Thanks
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Of course I did! Now using it on CleanROM. Works perfect and much needed with vacation coming up. Keeping the little guy's YouTube working on a 5hr trip is mandatory haha!
Updated to the latest OTA.
OE2 version works great too
crazy weird issue! the freaking tethering shortcut from the quicksettings just randomly disappeared for some reason and no way to get it back...anyone seen this weirdness before?
Oe2 is corrupt. Flashfire says it is.
johnny5126 said:
Oe2 is corrupt. Flashfire says it is.
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I had no problem with oe2, it was probably your download. I would try it again and check md5 after.
Sent from my SM-G925V
shlomko said:
Hi thx it did help
but now im having "sim card is not from Verizon" permenent message in task bar
do you know how to remove it ?
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1. Download Titanium Backup and install it
2. Open Titanium Backup and go to backups
3. Select Activation Agent and Click Uninstall
4. Restart the phone, you SIM card not from Verizon Wireless message is gone forever.
Will this work even if I am not on a unlimited data plan?
Is a hack available for OF1 yet?
mngdew said:
Is a hack available for OF1 yet?
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of1 isnt rootable?
Sent from my SM-G925V using XDA Free mobile app

Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Hotspot not working with 6.0

Upgraded to 6.0 with stock base and semi-stock kernel with root to avoid the triangle. Bluetooth will not play, it does connect, but no sound. For Wi-Fi hotspot, I'm on Straight Talk, and it is asking me to contact AT&T to authorize service.
Does anyone know if this is this a kernel or/and 6.0 base issue?
Used Base, Bootloader, and Radio from here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/development/fxz-nexus-6-recovery-flashable-fastboot-t3066052
Used kernel from here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/development/kernel-stock-kernel-root-color-control-t3218958
TIA!!
byrdcfmma said:
Upgraded to 6.0 with stock base and semi-stock kernel with root to avoid the triangle. Bluetooth will not play, it does connect, but no sound. For Wi-Fi hotspot, I'm on Straight Talk, and it is asking me to contact AT&T to authorize service.
Does anyone know if this is this a kernel or/and 6.0 base issue?
Used Base, Bootloader, and Radio from here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/development/fxz-nexus-6-recovery-flashable-fastboot-t3066052
Used kernel from here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/development/kernel-stock-kernel-root-color-control-t3218958
TIA!!
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hmm.. im wifi tethering right now on android 6.0. but im using despair kernel. whos your provider?
simms22 said:
hmm.. im wifi tethering right now on android 6.0. but im using despair kernel. whos your provider?
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Straight Talk, as long as the CC payment clears, they don't care what you do, lol... I was thinking it was the kernel too. When I get home I will check out Despair. How is your BT?
byrdcfmma said:
Straight Talk, as long as the CC payment clears, they don't care what you do, lol... I was thinking it was the kernel too. When I get home I will check out Despair. How is your BT?
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Google sees your Straight Talk as AT&T so without modifying settings.db with "tether_dun_required" =0 tethering will not work.
byrdcfmma said:
Straight Talk, as long as the CC payment clears, they don't care what you do, lol... I was thinking it was the kernel too. When I get home I will check out Despair. How is your BT?
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bluetooth i dont use, so i cant comment on it :angel:
Witek_M said:
Google sees your Straight Talk as AT&T so without modifying settings.db with "tether_dun_required" =0 tethering will not work.
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Thank you for the info. Can you tell me how or point me in the right direction to modify settings.db if you get a chance?
byrdcfmma said:
Thank you for the info. Can you tell me how or point me in the right direction to modify settings.db if you get a chance?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=47203432&postcount=70
Witek_M said:
Google sees your Straight Talk as AT&T so without modifying settings.db with "tether_dun_required" =0 tethering will not work.
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FYI that doesn't exist anymore. That was what worked for lollipop, but now with marshmallow they got rid of that file
jasonftfw said:
FYI that doesn't exist anymore. That was what worked for lollipop, but now with marshmallow they got rid of that file
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I think it is now in build.prop file: net.tethering.noprovisioning=true. ?
Witek_M said:
I think it is now in build.prop file: net.tethering.noprovisioning=true. ?
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That's what I've been told needs to be done but I haven't had any luck with it
does changing the kernel require root, or just unlocked bootloader? I tried rooting so I could update the build.prop file, but it soft bricked my phone after i rebooted phone and i needed to reflash stock (used no wipe option). So phone is working but no hotspot and no root (scared to try again after the last time!)
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simms22 said:
hmm.. im wifi tethering right now on android 6.0. but im using despair kernel. whos your provider?
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Do i need to be rooted to try a different kernel? I am willing to try the one you are using if it gives me back tethering. I dont use it much, and its my data to use, i dont want my carrier preventing me from using it! I have Cricket, i tried calling them to find out if the feature can be added and they said since its a bring your own device that it can't. it worked before i got the 6.0 update! WHY YOU DO THIS GOOGLE!

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