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Didn't see a definitive answer: Anyone figure out Foxfi/PDANet wifi tethering? USB works fine, but Wifi tethering says to lock the screen, then either enter credential passwords that don't exist even after clearing credentials. Enabling the hotspot of course brings up subscription check. Any success or tips? Or is there another working wifi tether app, non root?
I'm picking up an X this week and this is important to me as well. I tether to me nexus 7 all the time.
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Just updated to kit kat on my moto x and having the same problem. Verizon broke the foxfi app and none of the other non-root tethering apps appear to be working.
Does anyone know if the bluetooth tethering in pda net works on an unrooted kitkat x on vzw?
Very interested as well as I just got my Cyber Monday Moto X DevEd and my trusty Elixir Wifi toggle widget (or the Tasker equivalent) isn't doing the trick for me. This is vital to me as I have a grandfathered Verizon Unlimited plan and about 8-10 hrs of the day my Nexus 7 (and occasionally my laptop) is tethered.
This would possibly ruin my life... Not really, but I do connect to my phone far more than any other Wifi connection including my home Wifi. How else am I to bring down Verizons ridiculously immoral business model?
As for right now, I am keeping my trusty GS3 active until there is a solid fix, preferably root-not-required.
I used the method in this thread for native tether http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2536166&page=4
on my verizon dev Moto X. Used the script in post 35. Worked great
AMv8(1day) said:
Very interested as well as I just got my Cyber Monday Moto X DevEd and my trusty Elixir Wifi toggle widget (or the Tasker equivalent) isn't doing the trick for me. This is vital to me as I have a grandfathered Verizon Unlimited plan and about 8-10 hrs of the day my Nexus 7 (and occasionally my laptop) is tethered.
This would possibly ruin my life... Not really, but I do connect to my phone far more than any other Wifi connection including my home Wifi. How else am I to bring down Verizons ridiculously immoral business model?
As for right now, I am keeping my trusty GS3 active until there is a solid fix, preferably root-not-required.
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This is my exact situation.
Also, I just spoke to motorola and they said it's impossible to revert back to 4.2.2. except if you root the device, which voids the warranty. Therefore, rooting is not preferred.
Also, the tech said that if you do not update an android device it will eventually force update itself. Is this true?
Will try the method used above in post #35.
So that option requires root, back to square one.
Hi I was wondering if I have a Moto X rooted with working wifi tether app (the common one downloaded) but not allowed to tether on my plan, will Verizon detect that I am tethering or are there settings that makes this stealth-like...undetected? What does changing the SSID and enabling encryption do?
..Well forget that cause people tend to answer the last question even 2 or 3 were asked..lol..just human nature... does the app allow your network to not detect youre thethering if not are there settings or other apps that are "stealth" to your provider?
Any carrier can detect it. They are allowed to monitor all traffic on their network.
Wayne Tech Nexus
zelendel said:
Any carrier can detect it. They are allowed to monitor all traffic on their network.
Wayne Tech Nexus
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So whats the big deal about this wifi tether app that requires root? And you didnt answer the other questions as my post stated you wouldnt lol
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So whats the big deal about this wifi tether app that requires root? And you didnt answer the other questions as my post stated you wouldnt lol
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My answer covered all your questions. As for the app I am not sure as I don't need to tether. It doesn't matter the device. Any carrier can see what your doing on their network.
For the other options, I can't answer as I never used the app.
Wayne Tech Nexus
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Hi I was wondering if I have a Moto X rooted with working wifi tether app (the common one downloaded) but not allowed to tether on my plan, will Verizon detect that I am tethering or are there settings that makes this stealth-like...undetected? What does changing the SSID and enabling encryption do?
..Well forget that cause people tend to answer the last question even 2 or 3 were asked..lol..just human nature... does the app allow your network to not detect youre thethering if not are there settings or other apps that are "stealth" to your provider?
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If you have a Moto X on VZW, there is absolutely no need to worry about hiding tethering. They lost a class action suit some time ago that prevents them from blocking anything on a 4G LTE phone. There are some folks who still have unlimited that abuse this to the tune of 50+ GB/month.
I'm trying to get wifi tethering to work but I've tried all kinds of ways and getting all kinds of issues. I did the freeze+ESFile Net approach, Wanam tetherprovision disabled approach, FoxFi w/ proxy (bluetooth tether does work though, however limited to web browsing with no youtube), and renaming the tetherprovisions apk+odex combination with all of these approaches to no avail. I either get FC or "no mobile data or invalid sim" whenever I activate the tether. It does go through occasionally to show the blue icon in notification bar saying tether is on however on my tablet or laptop I don't get any internet even if it connects to the phone (which after 30sec it crashes and doesn't reconnect). I am on Tmo's unlimited everything plan (which comes with 2.5gb tether capabilities) using my S4A(i537) AWS enabled and all. Don't know what is different with my phone and those that got it to work.
Also is there a way to enable WiFi calling on this phone?
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I'm trying to get wifi tethering to work but I've tried all kinds of ways and getting all kinds of issues. I did the freeze+ESFile Net approach, Wanam tetherprovision disabled approach, FoxFi w/ proxy (bluetooth tether does work though, however limited to web browsing with no youtube), and renaming the tetherprovisions apk+odex combination with all of these approaches to no avail. I either get FC or "no mobile data or invalid sim" whenever I activate the tether. It does go through occasionally to show the blue icon in notification bar saying tether is on however on my tablet or laptop I don't get any internet even if it connects to the phone (which after 30sec it crashes and doesn't reconnect). I am on Tmo's unlimited everything plan (which comes with 2.5gb tether capabilities) using my S4A(i537) AWS enabled and all. Don't know what is different with my phone and those that got it to work.
Also is there a way to enable WiFi calling on this phone?
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I can't speak for the Wifi calling, but in this thread I talk about a good way to get tethering to work:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2420488&page=4
A few more steps then the freezing permissions, but it is much easier to use one you want to. (Also make sure to unfreeze the provision and make it like it started off before proceeding with those steps)
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I can't speak for the Wifi calling, but in this thread I talk about a good way to get tethering to work:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2420488&page=4
A few more steps then the freezing permissions, but it is much easier to use one you want to. (Also make sure to unfreeze the provision and make it like it started off before proceeding with those steps)
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tried that before but to no avail
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tried that before but to no avail
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Not sure what you are doing then, but I can assure you that it works in MK3.
I have the Verizon Droid Turbo (XT1254) on 6.0.1, and I am using it with a T-Mobile SIM card. Calls and texts seem to be working just fine, and the native wifi Hotspot feature seems to "work" in the sense that you can turn it on/off, set up your password and other settings, and have different devices connect to the XT1254 via the Wifi Hotspot feature. HOWEVER, the wifi connected devices do NOT actually get any data/internet connection from my Droid Turbo.
Is this how it is supposed to be? Or do I need to set it up differently or otherwise is there something wrong with my device?
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I have the Verizon Droid Turbo (XT1254) on 6.0.1, and I am using it with a T-Mobile SIM card. Calls and texts seem to be working just fine, and the native wifi Hotspot feature seems to "work" in the sense that you can turn it on/off, set up your password and other settings, and have different devices connect to the XT1254 via the Wifi Hotspot feature. HOWEVER, the wifi connected devices do NOT actually get any data/internet connection from my Droid Turbo.
Is this how it is supposed to be? Or do I need to set it up differently or otherwise is there something wrong with my device?
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Have you tried using a different tethering app like FoxFi? Also, just to eliminate the stupid things, are you positive that your plan includes tethering?
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I have the Verizon Droid Turbo (XT1254) on 6.0.1, and I am using it with a T-Mobile SIM card. Calls and texts seem to be working just fine, and the native wifi Hotspot feature seems to "work" in the sense that you can turn it on/off, set up your password and other settings, and have different devices connect to the XT1254 via the Wifi Hotspot feature. HOWEVER, the wifi connected devices do NOT actually get any data/internet connection from my Droid Turbo.
Is this how it is supposed to be? Or do I need to set it up differently or otherwise is there something wrong with my device?
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Have you tried using a different tethering app like FoxFi? Also, just to eliminate the stupid things, are you positive that your plan includes tethering?
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What @TheSt33v said. Your carrier plan needs to include Wi-Fi hotspot privileges if you use unrooted stock ROM. If you use a custom ROM, it can bypass those pesky carrier restrictions. Also, with root on stock ROM, there may be apps or xposed modules that can do the same thing.
If you are sure your plan includes Wi-Fi hotspot feature and you are using stock unrooted ROM, and you are still not getting it to work right, then I don't know why. But you can easily fix it by going root and/or custom ROM route.
If your rooted then theres various ways to bypass and if used together chances are good you won't have to pay 2x for data: modifying your apn to allow dun type, adding the line: net.tethering.noprovisioning=true
to your build.prop and finally using adb from a PC (u can try this even if not rooted) type the following from cmd or powershell: "adb shell" followed by "settings put global tether_dun_required 0" without the " "s and restart your phone n hopefully that should do the trick.
If still throttled by TMo go into Magisk and install tethering_enabler or TTL tethering modules. These modules weren't specifically made for the 6T but they should still be effective. If still unsuccessful then modifying the TTL from the device your trying to tether to will help hide the source of data aim for TTL of 65 to confuse tmo.
If your not rooted then use PDANet USB tether to a PC and hide tether options then create a hotspot from the PC your USB tethered to or use the WiFi Sharing option in PDANet PC Menu. At least thats what works the best for me and I've tried many many things... One other possibility if your on stock no root is to add a new apn with all the same info as normal fast.tmobile.net lte apn only enable MVNO type to GIO for apn type leave it blank and save it. This should hide the default TMobile apn (and make the editor think your using a 3rd party like Mint) now go back and edit the new apn and under apn type put: dun,default,mms,supl try and save it. It should error n say dun not supported... Press Home and force close settings-reboot phone. The dun sometimes will stick if this method isn't patched yet I'm sure it will be soon.
Your final options are to use an app from playstore like VPN Hotspot or VPN Tether they might slow your speed a bit but they should tunnel all your data thru a VPN confusing TMo as to the origin of data. Probably the best and easiest way is by using a custom ROM as most haven't been tainted by Google's latest CarrierConfigManager commits or carrier apn restrictions. If anyone knows how to reverse these commits easily or any other methods not listed please let me know.
I'm currently looking for a clean TMo only dun enabled apns-config.xml so I can overwrite the default n modify the build.prop for a quick fix on any new ROM or update...
As you can probably tell being throttled or having to pay 2x for the same data is a pet peeve of mine and I've spent some time researching the topic. I'd love to hear what ended up working for you or if anyone knows a solid method I missed. Or has a recommendation for a good ROM with unlimited hotspot features built in for the 6t let me know. If any of these Bypasses helped you hit the thumbs up so I don't feel like I wasted hours of my life making this guide:laugh:
It uses NetShare app which works very well.
I have grandfathered unlimited data plan from tmo. No cap, no throttle, no video compression of any kinds.
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It uses NetShare app which works very well.
I have grandfathered unlimited data plan from tmo. No cap, no throttle, no video compression of any kinds.
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Right on what's the no cap no throttle unlimited run you a mo? I'm paying $25 for a one business plan it's unlimited but after 60gb they can slow u down and after 10gb of hotspot they throttle you to 200kbs lol but hey for $45 a mo they hooked me up with Netflix n my 6T lol still saving $15 from my old MetroPCs unlimited. But with the rooted bypass installed n the signal boosting hack I figured out I was at 430gb data and 217gb tether-hotspot last mo
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Right on what's the no cap no throttle unlimited run you a mo? I'm paying $25 for a one business plan it's unlimited but after 60gb they can slow u down and after 10gb of hotspot they throttle you to 200kbs lol but hey for $45 a mo they hooked me up with Netflix n my 6T lol still saving $15 from my old MetroPCs unlimited. But with the rooted bypass installed n the signal boosting hack I figured out I was at 430gb data and 217gb tether-hotspot last mo
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It used to be call Android Web Data back in HTC G1, MyTouch 3G days.
Now, they call it Unlimited Nationwide 4G
$20.00/mo
Category
Data Service
Description
Adds Unlimited Nationwide 4G data on T-Mobile's network. Includes up to 5 GB of Smartphone Mobile HotSpot (SMH) service.
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Adding the build prop line and adb shell command didn't work for me. I'm not sure how to change the apn setting you mentioned. I going to try wifi tether out. Used to work back in the day. I'd love to find a way to get around the throttle limit.
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It uses NetShare app which works very well.
I have grandfathered unlimited data plan from tmo. No cap, no throttle, no video compression of any kinds.
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I actually have the same plan. Didn't know it was discontinued until today for new signups. Kinda a bummer but I'll have to keep it in mind that I may not be able to get it back so easily. With that said they do sometimes send me the notification about the 50GB deprioritization/throttle but in my area I rarely ever see any kind of actual hit.
I thought you had to fix apn.xml
I can't figure out why but both my 1+3 and 1+6T have no limits on bandwidth out of the box. I can tether full speed and watch video with any resolution. I tried this unrooted, rooted, factory reset, even T-Mobile ROM. It was not like this a few months ago.
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Right on what's the no cap no throttle unlimited run you a mo? I'm paying $25 for a one business plan it's unlimited but after 60gb they can slow u down and after 10gb of hotspot they throttle you to 200kbs lol but hey for $45 a mo they hooked me up with Netflix n my 6T lol still saving $15 from my old MetroPCs unlimited. But with the rooted bypass installed n the signal boosting hack I figured out I was at 430gb data and 217gb tether-hotspot last mo
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Signal boosting hack? You have peak my interest, where can I find more information? Nevermind I found it here, but thank you for letting me know.
I tried...
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I thought you had to fix apn.xml
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I tried this but it's become more than a quick xml mod as Google's forced various carrier check calls into their OS and it seems most aosp brands have incorporatated these checks blindly into their ROMs as well. If anyone's able to get a rom clean of carrier checks or knows of a kernel that will bypass these and willl keep a steady ttl of 64 plz post details. Otherwise the only success I had outside of pdanet tethering was to root and force a ttl with an app like ttl master yota 4.0 and running ttlpatch on your PC (Google those names for downloads) your kernel needs to accept iptables old versions if ne1 has a more upto date ttl modifying app that supports newer iptable changes (off the top of my head I forget what they are plz post) If I get around to it I'll try n write up a lil magisk module or app for easier forced ttl on Android 9+ ROMs but this or a faux VPN would be easiest way around any restrictions put on by carriers... Hope this helps a lil
I hook to PC with the USB tether and mods I tried to make run the hotspot off PC and it works i get 20-30mbs with data so hotspot I believe is the same I never had issues I'll start testing more if anyway I can help I will
most changes I make with a file manager resets every reboot so I used terminal to change everything so it doesn't revert T-Mobiles paid hotspot gets 5-15mbs on 6t with hotspot paid for I have 7pro I use to try this with so I know speed I need
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It uses NetShare app which works very well.
I have grandfathered unlimited data plan from tmo. No cap, no throttle, no video compression of any kinds.
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You are aware that after 50gb you get reprioritized right? Even grandfathered plans get this, you might live on an area that is not too congested but once there is more people on T-Mobile on your area and you go over the 50gb you'll notice it.
they say that but I've used 100gb and had no issues I have the international one plan. but you're right on most people I have 8-9 lines digits is 9th don't count. the offline sim apn database pro app if you make a system app you can access the dun only apn they block.in xml they had hide apn enabled I changed that also.any other ideas if you need a crash test dummy I'm a good one lol
found the the file you was talking about and also I remember the carrier name on lock screen has to go also for you to fully unlock tether with pcweb apn
So far for the last few days I've been getting use of my hotspot without the data being reflected on the TMobile website as hotspot data. All data I use reflects as regular unlimited data. The issue I've run across so far is when traveling, it can revert back to original settings when changing towers, but only sometimes. At home on the same tower, no issues so far.
I did a couple of things to get unlimited hotspot. First I downloaded TTL Editor and set value on all interfaces to 65. Then I added a new APN with the settings in the screenshot. As soon as I saved it, all the regular TMobile APN's disappeared and only the one I added stayed. I have downloaded about 5gb of data through hotspot and so far no hotspot data showing up.
I have a TMobile OnePlus 6t on the TMobile network, converted to international. I hope this works for you. Please don't forget, changing towers SOMETIMES reverts back to old APN. I got back by rebooting and the APN I created showed up again. Also I don't know if everything I did is needed, I stopped when I realized hotspot data was being counted as regular data.
As far as speeds go, I get about 40 Mbs vs the 50-60 I normally get.
You must be rooted to do this.
I thought this thread was dead glad we are still working on this the database global tether_offload_disabled0 needs to be there I'm just trying to help and apn fast you have caps think that matters also maybe wrong there's a little more to do I think https://source.android.com/devices/tech/connect/tethering-offload
Using my mobile hotspot, so far I have binge watched on Hulu, and downloaded a bunch of things on various devices just to make sure I'm not missing something. So far, 4 days now, I have no hit to my mobile hotspot. The Caps was a typo, but since it's working, I left it. I don't know, all I can say is try it. I don't have any tethering mods, only the Magisk modules listed.
I'm guessing that something about the way the APN is entered causes all the hidden TMobile APN stuff to be muted. All the TMobile APN's disappear when this one is active.
Okay, out in town today and this APN method doesn't work in town. I had to revert to T-Mobile default to get reliable data. It only works great when I'm at home. I am rural and TMobile and AT&T share a tower here, maybe that has something to do with why it works at home, but not in town. So this might work for some people, but definitely not all.