[Q] Sprint Moto X: Tether without root? - Moto X Q&A

By reading a myriad of different threads, it would appear that on the Sprint Moto X, you aren't able to create a mobile hotspot and tether for free over Wifi UNLESS you root the device, and then you need to do a work around.
Does it matter which version of Android you are using on a Sprint stock Moto X? Is the only way to share your data connection with a tablet over Wifi to root your Moto X? I couldn't tell if there was an easier way.
What about the Sprint version of the Nexus 5? Is that any different? I'm seriously considering getting the X and appreciate the help.

bobby2478 said:
By reading a myriad of different threads, it would appear that on the Sprint Moto X, you aren't able to create a mobile hotspot and tether for free over Wifi UNLESS you root the device, and then you need to do a work around.
Does it matter which version of Android you are using on a Sprint stock Moto X? Is the only way to share your data connection with a tablet over Wifi to root your Moto X? I couldn't tell if there was an easier way.
What about the Sprint version of the Nexus 5? Is that any different? I'm seriously considering getting the X and appreciate the help.
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you have 2 options for tether
No Root and pay your carrier the extra money for tether
Root and use the native tether mod

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[Q] Portable Hotspot / Wifi Tethering / Personal AP on the Moto X

I'm planning to go pick up a moto x (card) today, but I need to know if I will be able to use it to create a personal wifi hotspot.
Right now, I have a Galaxy S (AT&T Captivate) and as soon as I installed Cyanogen, I was able to turn on the wifi hotspot and connect with my laptop. No extra fees from AT&T, it just worked.
Since there is no root or unlocked bootloader for the Moto X, will I still be able to enable this feature or will it still be removed from the OS like it was on my stock Galaxy S?
I don't want to have to pay $10 a month or something to use the data I've already paid for--I don't tether often, but it is often fairly important when I do.
ottothecow said:
I'm planning to go pick up a moto x (card) today, but I need to know if I will be able to use it to create a personal wifi hotspot.
Right now, I have a Galaxy S (AT&T Captivate) and as soon as I installed Cyanogen, I was able to turn on the wifi hotspot and connect with my laptop. No extra fees from AT&T, it just worked.
Since there is no root or unlocked bootloader for the Moto X, will I still be able to enable this feature or will it still be removed from the OS like it was on my stock Galaxy S?
I don't want to have to pay $10 a month or something to use the data I've already paid for--I don't tether often, but it is often fairly important when I do.
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It won't be an option until we get root. After that we can alter the build.prop and work around it.
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matt99017d said:
It won't be an option until we get root. After that we can alter the build.prop and work around it.
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Is it still an option if I pay for it? I guess I could pay for it until the device is rooted and then cancel (assuming that doesn't red-flag you for improper data use).
Hopefully it gets rooted soon.

[Q] Is Moto X good as a tethering phone? (VZW)

I have been considering upgrading from the S3 to the Moto X recently, and with Amazon having it for a penny with contract I might go for it. I have a 2013 Nexus 7 so I currently use my S3 mostly for tethering. I have unlimited data without a tethering plan and going to use one of the other phones available upgrades on my family plan to upgrade and keep unlimited data
Would the Moto X be a good choice for tethering? If the phone has or gets upgraded to Kit Kat will I still be able to use an app like FoxFi until a kit kat root method gets released?
Also, why is it motorola phones are so much harder to root or unlock compared to other companies like Samsung and HTC? What does Motorola do differently thag makes them a pain to do these things?
sfetaz said:
I have been considering upgrading from the S3 to the Moto X recently, and with Amazon having it for a penny with contract I might go for it. I have a 2013 Nexus 7 so I currently use my S3 mostly for tethering. I have unlimited data without a tethering plan and going to use one of the other phones available upgrades on my family plan to upgrade and keep unlimited data
Would the Moto X be a good choice for tethering? If the phone has or gets upgraded to Kit Kat will I still be able to use an app like FoxFi until a kit kat root method gets released?
Also, why is it motorola phones are so much harder to root or unlock compared to other companies like Samsung and HTC? What does Motorola do differently thag makes them a pain to do these things?
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Foxfi works great for me
Foxfi on Kit Kat
jethead102 said:
Foxfi works great for me
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Really?? After the Kit Kat update Foxfi stopped working for me. Likely going to return the Moto X and go back to the S4.
sfcascooter said:
Really?? After the Kit Kat update Foxfi stopped working for me. Likely going to return the Moto X and go back to the S4.
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Yes really. Just turn it on and it works for me, not sure why. I do get a constant annunciation in the quick settings panel that says "network may be monitored" and I can't get rid of it.
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What OS are phones coming from Moto maker shipping with? 4.4?

Thinking about getting my wife an X for Sprint but I need to be able to get some sort of wifi tether to work for her like she has on her SII. (no tethering plan)
Been doing some reading and I cannot see a thread (so far) on how to root the Sprint Moto X that is on 4.4, will I be able to root and then install a wifi tether?
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[Q] WiFi Hotspot/Tether

I know nothing it definite when it comes to the MotoX+1 as we know little to nothing about it, but it's likely safe to assume it will be as secure if not more than the MotoX.
I NEED to have Wifi Tether on my phone, it is an absolute must. I currently have an unlimited data plan with Verizon and I use tethering on my Galaxy S3 nearly all the time. Is wifi tethering possible on the Verizon Moto X? Is root required?
GatorsUF said:
I know nothing it definite when it comes to the MotoX+1 as we know little to nothing about it, but it's likely safe to assume it will be as secure if not more than the MotoX.
I NEED to have Wifi Tether on my phone, it is an absolute must. I currently have an unlimited data plan with Verizon and I use tethering on my Galaxy S3 nearly all the time. Is wifi tethering possible on the Verizon Moto X? Is root required?
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Buy the developer edition. It is the only guaranteed way that you will be able to root, and [probably] use WiFi tether...
Yes I'm considering that option, wonder what Dev edition x+1 will cost

Moto G LTE Hotspot (undetectable)

Hey, I've got a Moto G LTE from Cricket, I'm wanting to switch to Metro PCS and get their Unlimited 4G LTE... My goal is to tether it to my tablet.
I was wondering if it was possible with my Moto G.... I know I could do it on Sprint with a LG G2, but I really didn't want to switch to sprint and get a new phone, but will if it's my best option.
I'd appreciate a little help, I can stand on my own two feet, just need a little guidance.
i'm guessing that this isn't something that is allowed to be discussed here on XDA because..... I don't see anything about it on here.

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