Very useful app for people with no mobile data plans and no wifi available but got unlimited bandwidth on pc,like me
Now no more hassle with reverse tethering,just a few simple clicks and we are done.Thought to share this since it works good on my Neo V
ReverseTether allows you to access your computer's internet connection on your device via USB, thus, reverse tethering. It's the first and only app of its kind on the Market, no other app does such a thing.
This app may be useful for you if:
- if you don't have a mobile data plan.
- if you have a limited plan and would like to spare your bytes and money whenever you're at home/work/school.
- if you're roaming and would like to avoid roaming data charges.
- if you prefer speed and want an internet that is faster* than any wifi/3g/4g/lte. (*as fast as your modem)
- if you don't have access to wifi / don't need wifi just for your device.
- if you don't trust the security/privacy of your wifi network.
- if your wifi connection is weak, slow or keeps disconnecting.
- if you're sick of eating terrible food at burger places just for wifi access.
- if you would like to access your local network from your device for backups or storage.
Basically, since you're already connected to usb to recharge or sync, why not also have a super fast, unlimited, secure internet connection for no additional charges, for whatever reason, like sync your mail, contacts or calendars, download and update apps, pre-cache maps, use online-only apps/games, etc...
Key features:
- You'll be able to connect to the internet via USB with a single click. No advanced skills required whatsoever.
- The connection will appear on your device as 3G so that all apps including Market function seamlessly as if you're actually connected to 3G.
- It will first guide you in 2 easy steps to setup your computer for it to work.
- No pc-side software installation is needed at all.
- It provides an option to automatically connect as soon as you plug in USB.
- To disconnect, simply unplug USB. To connect again, plug back USB. Voila. Easy.
- A manual configuration option is also available for advanced users.
This app requires:
- A ROOTED android device
- A Tether option in your device.
- A desktop/laptop computer with your device drivers installed (and ability to edit Network Connections, no extra software needed)
- An internet connection
- Patience - a connection may take a few seconds to a few minutes to get established, since there's no direct way to do it but through this trick.
All app permissions are only needed to establish the connection.
Limitations:
This is a functional trial app that never expires. The one limitation is that you can only connect to the internet in the afternoon and in the late evening, but you can stay online for as long as you want. If you enjoy it please consider purchasing the non-limited version of ReverseTether also available here on Market.
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Trial Version
Premium Version
Or just install virtual router on your pc and then connect phone via wifi to your laptop/pc via wifi...
Virtual router turns your pc/laptop into a hotspot that your phone can connect to.
http://virtualrouter.codeplex.com/
gregbradley said:
Or just install virtual router on your pc and then connect phone via wifi to your laptop/pc via wifi...
Virtual router turns your pc/laptop into a hotspot that your phone can connect to.
http://virtualrouter.codeplex.com/
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not everyone has a loptop or a wifi adapter in their pc, there are people who just have a desktop pc with no wifi
(im not one of em, i have wifi )
Aarush said:
not everyone has a loptop or a wifi adapter in their pc, there are people who just have a desktop pc with no wifi
(im not one of em, i have wifi )
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Fair enough.....but really, a laptop with no wifi, how old does that have to be....if you have a smart phone, i would really expect people to have wifi at home/work/etc..
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Fair enough.....but really, a laptop with no wifi, how old does that have to be....if you have a smart phone, i would really expect people to have wifi at home/work/etc..
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For starters I don't own a laptop because I don't need one(for designing,gaming laptops are not powerful enough and powerful enough ones cost too much),but I got a good desktop pc.And here most doesn't have wifi cos non of isp's are providing good wifi service,hsdpa & adsl is more popular in my country.So I don't have a router with wifi support.
This app is more suited for people with those conditions mate
Tho I find 5$ for this app is little over prized
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For starters I don't own a laptop because I don't need one(for designing,gaming laptops are not powerful enough and powerful enough ones cost too much),but I got a good desktop pc.And here most doesn't have wifi cos non of isp's are providing good wifi service,hsdpa & adsl is more popular in my country.So I don't have a router with wifi support.
This app is more suited for people with those conditions mate
Tho I find 5$ for this app is little over prized
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Fair enough..I have DL the free version..I will test it later
Very good find as well.
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Fair enough..I have DL the free version..I will test it later
Very good find as well.
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Free version is kinda pain in the a$s to use,author only allowed it to be used it after 11pm to 2am or something similar to that time frame :/
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Free version is kinda pain in the a$s to use,author only allowed it to be used it after 11pm to 2am or something similar to that time frame :/
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Which is why I have just given up on trying to get ot to work!!!
But there shoul dbe an easy way to change the tim eon phone and pc to get round that.
I am definatley not paying for an app that I cant get to work in the trial version and I am not staying up half the night to check it....back to the unistall bin for me and continue using virtual router
Thanks ThilinaC. It is working on my neo. Was looking this type of app mobile internet in my country is ****. But I can't sync my facebook inside xperia with this. Is there any solution?
@livesourav,XDA doesn't allow warez mate,so I suggest you to remove that link
Ok guys then wat i suggest is download the Connectify App ( THE PAID VERSION FOR CHRIST SAKE) and enjoy life the XDA way ... cheers ( I HOPE XDA IS HAPPY NOW )
@livesourav, you dont seem to unerstand.
XDA will ban you if post links to or help people fing illigetimate/illegal copies of apps etc.
I would even remove the name of the website you have just named as that could get you into hot water here...
@ThilinaC
just dont have words to convey my gratitude.
thanks a lot.
Thank you thilina
i still think that connect to usb to get internet is not a good way...
is hard to move around with usb cable...
airpull91 said:
i still think that connect to usb to get internet is not a good way...
is hard to move around with usb cable...
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well, if you have wifi on the computer then the link i provided to virual router is the perfect solution to this problem. (and free and no resrictions)
For those that explained to me that this app is useful for those without wifi on their computer, can you think of another way other than usb cable to connect the phone to the computer.
(Bluetooth is the only thing that springs to mind, but that is so awful i would rafther be tied to the computer with a usb cable than deal with crappy bluetooth)
airpull91 said:
i still think that connect to usb to get internet is not a good way...
is hard to move around with usb cable...
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For one, it is an excellent way to download large game's data or other large files as it is far more reliable and faster way than using wifi.
So please stop being such shortsighted by telling people here what's good or bad for them just because you can't seems to see what can be done by using this app.
Thank you sir.
kobik77 said:
For one, it is an excellent way to download large game's data or other large files as it is far more reliable and faster way than using wifi.
So please stop being such shortsighted by telling people here what's good or bad for them just because you can't seems to see what can be done by using this app.
Thank you sir.
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Amen to that,its just some people don't get something that is not useful to them can be useful to someone else and ***** about it
At home I have a Wi-fi connection, but at work I don't have so this app is very useful.
Thanks.
Probably this is in my top 5 apps.However it's not working in ICS for me..
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I have searched extensively on Google, and XDA but can't find the right answer.
I want to tether my phone. I can do this directly in Android but my current carrier brings up a message in the browser saying it's not supported on my current plan.
I'm addressing this, but in the mean time I'm curious if there is a way round it, hypothetically.
I have seen some Apps, such as ClockWork Mod Tether, but since my phone is rooted I wondered if there is a more elegant solution that doesn't involve any software to be added to my PC.
I read about using TB to freeze a specific App/Process but couldn't find any details.
Any advice would be great,
thanks
helppme said:
I have searched extensively on Google, and XDA but can't find the right answer.
I want to tether my phone. I can do this directly in Android but my current carrier brings up a message in the browser saying it's not supported on my current plan.
I'm addressing this, but in the mean time I'm curious if there is a way round it, hypothetically.
I have seen some Apps, such as ClockWork Mod Tether, but since my phone is rooted I wondered if there is a more elegant solution that doesn't involve any software to be added to my PC.
I read about using TB to freeze a specific App/Process but couldn't find any details.
Any advice would be great,
thanks
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HOW have you not heard of android wifi tether? One of the first reasons I had for rooting the first Android phone I got.
There's also Barnacle Tether, available on the play store.
Guess Barnacle is gone... but there are other tethering apps on the play store though.
And I'm wrong again. Barnacle is still there, but doesn't show up when I search from my phone. How curious.
Since your phone is rooted you can download wireless tether.
Google it and you will easily find the download link or even directly via the play store.
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HOW have you not heard of android wifi tether? One of the first reasons I had for rooting the first Android phone I got.
There's also Barnacle Tether, available on the play store.
Guess Barnacle is gone... but there are other tethering apps on the play store though.
And I'm wrong again. Barnacle is still there, but doesn't show up when I search from my phone. How curious.
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I appreciate the reply, but if you read my post again the issue I'm having is not an app to enable wifi tether directly on the handset, it's that the packet data is being detected as not from the phone so I get a message, on the computer, in the internet browser saying my priceplan doesn't include tethering. I cant get around this 3 website redirect. So, I need a way to tether, without the network knowing... The apps you mention work when the block is at the phone level I believe.... This is something different Three is doing..
Please correct me if I'm wrong though...
Oh, and as for the apps not showing up, the mobile phone providers asked google to block these apps for certain customers.. if you connect to a wifi network when in flight mode, and go the google market, you should still be able to see them...
panoramixmeister said:
Since your phone is rooted you can download wireless tether.
Google it and you will easily find the download link or even directly via the play store.
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same issue, this app doesnt get around they way three is detecting tether usage :-(
helppme said:
I appreciate the reply, but if you read my post again the issue I'm having is not an app to enable wifi tether directly on the handset, it's that the packet data is being detected as not from the phone so I get a message, on the computer, in the internet browser saying my priceplan doesn't include tethering. I cant get around this 3 website redirect. So, I need a way to tether, without the network knowing... The apps you mention work when the block is at the phone level I believe.... This is something different Three is doing..
Please correct me if I'm wrong though...
Oh, and as for the apps not showing up, the mobile phone providers asked google to block these apps for certain customers.. if you connect to a wifi network when in flight mode, and go the google market, you should still be able to see them...
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I WAS on wifi.
And did you ACTUALLY download the tether app and try, or were you using the tether built into the settings of Android? Because it sure doesn't sound like you downloaded the app...
And I don't have tethering on my carrier plan, but the tether app works just fine for me.
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I WAS on wifi.
And did you ACTUALLY download the tether app and try, or were you using the tether built into the settings of Android? Because it sure doesn't sound like you downloaded the app...
And I don't have tethering on my carrier plan, but the tether app works just fine for me.
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Initially when I first posted I was trying the built in app but I downloaded the app you suggested anyway, but it didn't work. would connect to the computer but no data connection. Unsure if its an app problem or still a three problem, but I don't see how this app would fix the three problem. Does it somehow mask the PC data connection??? I couldn't see anything in the settings or set up that suggest that it would, it just looks like a more feature rich wifi hotspot app?? In addition I found mention that that others with my issue have also tried these apps like barnacle and it didn;t resolve the problem....
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I have searched extensively on Google, and XDA but can't find the right answer.
I want to tether my phone. I can do this directly in Android but my current carrier brings up a message in the browser saying it's not supported on my current plan.
I'm addressing this, but in the mean time I'm curious if there is a way round it, hypothetically.
I have seen some Apps, such as ClockWork Mod Tether, but since my phone is rooted I wondered if there is a more elegant solution that doesn't involve any software to be added to my PC.
I read about using TB to freeze a specific App/Process but couldn't find any details.
Any advice would be great,
thanks
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They can suspend your service if they discover you are doing tethering on your device if you are not alowed in your current plan.
I Hope you wont have any issues.
Otherwise it is possible that the sim card lock the feature even on rooted phone when detect thetering or it is impossible ?
jsmasterx said:
They can suspend your service if they discover you are doing tethering on your device if you are not alowed in your current plan.
I Hope you wont have any issues.
Otherwise it is possible that the sim card lock the feature even on rooted phone when detect thetering or it is impossible ?
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yes I suppose they could do, but like I say I'm resolving this with my contract. It's more that I'm curious how they are doing it, and on principle don't like being told what I can and can't do
It can't be a sim lock.
I just tried tethering a Macbook, and amazingly that worked!.. SO, It must be something to do with the Packet Headers I'm guessing.. Or they are doing some other more detailed packet sniffing... It means there is definitely a software route around it... Need a clever developer to read this thread
I guess clockworkMod Tether might work, but I want a solution without a PC install..
helppme said:
yes I suppose they could do, but like I say I'm resolving this with my contract. It's more that I'm curious how they are doing it, and on principle don't like being told what I can and can't do
It can't be a sim lock.
I just tried tethering a Macbook, and amazingly that worked!.. SO, It must be something to do with the Packet Headers I'm guessing.. Or they are doing some other more detailed packet sniffing... It means there is definitely a software route around it... Need a clever developer to read this thread
I guess clockworkMod Tether might work, but I want a solution without a PC install..
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That doesn't make any sense. If it works with a mac book, it should work with your windows machine too. Unless your windows machine has some kind of proxy?
ctomgee said:
That doesn't make any sense. If it works with a mac book, it should work with your windows machine too. Unless your windows machine has some kind of proxy?
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no proxy.. I'm as confused as you. The headers are different on a mac though, Unix based system... Need to know how 3 detect at a network level its not phone data... this difference with a mac must be a clue...
pda net 3.50. Had to install pc software.. Is a USB tether solution.. but it works, so will do, until I get my price plan sorted.... Still would like a more elegant wifi solution though.. Come on you clever devs, .... SCRATCH that :-(((( It worked for 5 mins, now it comes up with same message in the internet Browser.. damn it!!! three are too smart :-(
helppme said:
pda net 3.50. Had to install pc software.. Is a USB tether solution.. but it works, so will do, until I get my price plan sorted.... Still would like a more elegant wifi solution though.. Come on you clever devs, .... SCRATCH that :-(((( It worked for 5 mins, now it comes up with same message in the internet Browser.. damn it!!! three are too smart :-(
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Try proxoid.
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Try proxoid.
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They are blocking the port 80.. they sent you to their walled garden page. I think its on your provider proxy side now
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They are blocking the port 80.. they sent you to their walled garden page. I think its on your provider proxy side now
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Is there a way around this. What do you mean by, on the provider proxy side?
Shortly after PDA net stopped working, I was also getting the three message on the browser directly on my phone.. after about an hour, my phone web browser started working normall again :-(
helppme said:
Is there a way around this. What do you mean by, on the provider proxy side?
Shortly after PDA net stopped working, I was also getting the three message on the browser directly on my phone.. after about an hour, my phone web browser started working normall again :-(
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When you use thetering, you embark to the provider internet network.
for example my provider is Bell Canada and their proxy is web.wireless.bell.ca
this one is for the device internet
for the thetering one they use another configuration settings when i connect my device to the computer.
What happen is when you plug your device to the computer, a signal is sent to the provider stating you entered in thetering mode. You don't have access to thetering so your internet connection is limited to the walled garden of the provider stating you are not subscrided to the service. Thats why i think they blocked the port 80 on your device and redirect you to that page.
Now for the Macintosh story.. It is not impossible that you can connect without problem with a mac and safari. I know a lot of people emulating a handled device with the Mac and the safari browser and those peeps didnt had a thetering plan.
The differences came with the drivers installed. Mac OS one are quite different in term of functionality than windows, thats why maybe the provider is able to sniff more easily people using windows but i am not a senior programmer. I am currently taking courses to become one but for now it is only suppositions. If i am wrong feel free to correct me but I am quite sure about what i am saying and that's why you dont have issues with a mac
jsmasterx said:
When you use thetering, you embark to the provider internet network.
for example my provider is Bell Canada and their proxy is web.wireless.bell.ca
this one is for the device internet
for the thetering one they use another configuration settings when i connect my device to the computer.
What happen is when you plug your device to the computer, a signal is sent to the provider stating you entered in thetering mode. You don't have access to thetering so your internet connection is limited to the walled garden of the provider stating you are not subscrided to the service. Thats why i think they blocked the port 80 on your device and redirect you to that page.
Now for the Macintosh story.. It is not impossible that you can connect without problem with a mac and safari. I know a lot of people emulating a handled device with the Mac and the safari browser and those peeps didnt had a thetering plan.
The differences came with the drivers installed. Mac OS one are quite different in term of functionality than windows, thats why maybe the provider is able to sniff more easily people using windows but i am not a senior programmer. I am currently taking courses to become one but for now it is only suppositions. If i am wrong feel free to correct me but I am quite sure about what i am saying and that's why you dont have issues with a mac
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This sounds correct to me. I'm pretty annoyed though. Only had the contract a month, I was told I could move onto a more expensive plan within contract if I needed more allowance etc.. Phone up 3, not only do they not let you PAY MORE for a different plan, but they also don't let anyone shift onto the one plan ever, unless its a new contract.. So basically **** them... so even if I want to pay extra for tethering I can't... absolute nonsense...
I had the same issue with three. I downloaded masqued crusader from play store. Activated it and then started wireless/usb tether. It worked. That was a while back tho. On a payg sim card on a galaxy s on gb. Its worth a try though.
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Yup, you got it right. Due to slow 3G connection, it takes a long time to downloading anything at less than 5kb/s.
I know most people use Phone->PC, but I want the reverse. Transfer PC internet to Phone via USB, because I do not have a router.
dikidera said:
Yup, you got it right. Due to slow 3G connection, it takes a long time to downloading anything at less than 5kb/s.
I know most people use Phone->PC, but I want the reverse. Transfer PC internet to Phone via USB, because I do not have a router.
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It's possible but not by using USB....but using this program you can create an hot-spot and share your PC's line....
http://www.connectify.me/
dikidera said:
Yup, you got it right. Due to slow 3G connection, it takes a long time to downloading anything at less than 5kb/s.
I know most people use Phone->PC, but I want the reverse. Transfer PC internet to Phone via USB, because I do not have a router.
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ReverseTether:thumbup:
Phone: XWLPD
Modem: DDLPA
Kernel: Phenomenal 5.5 Medium
Theme: ICS Domination + 15 Toggles
Launcher: Apex Launcher
Does not appear to be what I want. I have bluetooth if necessary, but I have no wifi, just plain cable plugged in the PC.
dikidera said:
Does not appear to be what I want. I have bluetooth if necessary, but I have no wifi, just plain cable plugged in the PC.
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do you want to share your pc line with your phone?
Either via USB or Bluetooth, yes. I could also walk around and find a good wi-fi spot where I could download X apps at X speed, but if there is a way to do it home, even better.
dikidera said:
Either via USB or Bluetooth, yes. I could also walk around and find a good wi-fi spot where I could download X apps at X speed, but if there is a way to do it home, even better.
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how is connected to internet your PC?? with LAN cable?
Yes!
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Yes!
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so you can use this program: http://www.connectify.me/features/?refid=...
with it you can create easily a connection wich uses your LAN CABLE to connect your GS2 without bluethoot or USB!!! After you set the program in your PC go to your phone, turn on your wifi and the magic is made!!! you will find a new connection(the one you create with connectify program)!!:good:
TNX if i help you!!:laugh:
Tuqano said:
so you can use this program: http://www.connectify.me/features/?refid=...
with it you can create easily a connection wich uses your LAN CABLE to connect your GS2 without bluethoot or USB!!! After you set the program in your PC go to your phone, turn on your wifi and the magic is made!!! you will find a new connection(the one you create with connectify program)!!:good:
TNX if i help you!!:laugh:
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Dude. He said he doesn't have wifi on his PC. Connectify NEEDS some sort of wifi to create a hotspot.
OP, look up "reverse tether".
ctomgee said:
Dude. He said he doesn't have wifi on his PC. Connectify NEEDS some sort of wifi to create a hotspot.
OP, look up "reverse tether".
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MMMMM.....yeah....I don't undestand he doesn't has wifi!!!
Tuqano said:
You should search before say dude!!! And you should read the features of connectify too!!!
http://www.connectify.me/features/?refid= look this site....and this picture too....
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Perhaps your extensive technical experience can explain how a computer or network that does NOT have wifi can possibly create a hotspot while missing the requisite hardware to transmit a wifi signal.
Just use reverse tether. Simple
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Perhaps your extensive technical experience can explain how a computer or network that does NOT have wifi can possibly create a hotspot while missing the requisite hardware to transmit a wifi signal.
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I removed the post 'couse i didn't understand he had not wifi mate:good:
Hi, I've looked at the other threads but I can't find any definite answers among them (either lacking or requiring additional equipment).
Anyway, my first question is how do I share my laptop's wifi connection (connected to my school's wifi, but they limit access to 1 MAC ID per student) to my S2, through USB? Like, is there an app/program/setting I can just use upon hooking up my S2 to my laptop and it can share its Internet connection to my phone?
Second question is how to work it the other way around, like if I have the wifi connection restricted to my S2 only, and share its internet connection to my laptop (and if it's possible wirelessly, to my iPod touch as well).
Thank you for any help. Cheers :good:
I am using 4.0.3 ICS on my I9100 S2, standard Win7 laptop.
Don't think you can via USB, phone doesn't have those capabilities. I guess you'd have to do it via WiFi. I imagine you'd setup some kind of 'server'/whatever software on the laptop similar to how you setup an SSH tunnel/relay (which involves your phone connecting to a host machine remotely which uses a secure connection to use the internet rather than accessing it normally via your carrier).
There's probably threads on here which would have the info you're after, but don't use XDA search; do a Google search & append XDA to your search terms. Gets better results in my experience. Also a straight out Google search should yield the info you want (it's not going to be easy tho; expect to do a lot of reading/fiddling).
Re: using the phone as a WiFi hotspot for the laptop, again, many many threads on here/Google search about setting up same. Re: doing anything with the iPod touch, you should know you're in the wrong place for that.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2085314
Nice Have you tried it/does it work ?
Kuter_tm said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2085314
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On phone i have internet from PC but i cant share it VIA WiFi from prone to laptop ;/
Good find with that app So let me get this right...You can get PC to phone internet working via USB with that app, but when you try and get a laptop to connect to the phone via WiFi and use that connection, you cant. Is that the problem ?
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On phone i have internet from PC but i cant share it VIA WiFi from prone to laptop ;/
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Thanks
MistahBungle said:
Don't think you can via USB, phone doesn't have those capabilities. I guess you'd have to do it via WiFi. I imagine you'd setup some kind of 'server'/whatever software on the laptop similar to how you setup an SSH tunnel/relay (which involves your phone connecting to a host machine remotely which uses a secure connection to use the internet rather than accessing it normally via your carrier).
There's probably threads on here which would have the info you're after, but don't use XDA search; do a Google search & append XDA to your search terms. Gets better results in my experience. Also a straight out Google search should yield the info you want (it's not going to be easy tho; expect to do a lot of reading/fiddling).
Re: using the phone as a WiFi hotspot for the laptop, again, many many threads on here/Google search about setting up same. Re: doing anything with the iPod touch, you should know you're in the wrong place for that.
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I guess I'd do the latter one (Google -> +xda). Thanks. And I guess you misinterpreted what I said about the iPod, I meant if it's possible to connect to the phone's hotspot if it's connected to wifi (using an iPod, laptop, etc.), but thanks really.
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I see. I think I'll decide on rooting my S2 then in a few weeks. I heard the JB update's around the corner and I might just wait for that.
Thanks guys, anyone who can add even more is free to do so
I found this but it didnt answer my question completely http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1479500
I need to tether at work to a couple times during the day to show media files, pictures, etc of things while I'm teaching (4th grade). Netflix also has quite a bit of educational videos I would like to stream to supplement science and social studies. I can't use my school's network because they have so many restrictions that it blocks nearly everything.
If I tether via USB connection with PDA Net or Easy Tether, is there any way Sprint can tell that I'm tethering?
I tried the wifi feature on Pda Net and the phone brought up a message saying I did not subscribe to those services.
When I connected via USB, I didn't have that issue. I just want to make sure I can use it consistently without getting kicked off the network and before I pay for the full app.
I would assume if you are using a 3rd party USB tethering app and the phone doesn't give you Sprint's hotspot warning that you should be in the clear.
I'm also looking into tethering with my GN3 via USB and WiFi... Still looking/waiting for the best (free) options.
There is also the Bluetooth tether.
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seoulbrova said:
I found this but it didnt answer my question completely http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1479500
I need to tether at work to a couple times during the day to show media files, pictures, etc of things while I'm teaching (4th grade). Netflix also has quite a bit of educational videos I would like to stream to supplement science and social studies. I can't use my school's network because they have so many restrictions that it blocks nearly everything.
If I tether via USB connection with PDA Net or Easy Tether, is there any way Sprint can tell that I'm tethering?
I tried the wifi feature on Pda Net and the phone brought up a message saying I did not subscribe to those services.
When I connected via USB, I didn't have that issue. I just want to make sure I can use it consistently without getting kicked off the network and before I pay for the full app.
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You can right click on the PDA net icon on the pc, click settings, and hide tether usage.
Also, be careful about going around those restrictions at work. 1 kid mentioning it at home and parents complaining about something and it would not look good for you.
Hi guys,
since I'm new to Sony Z* I don't actually know, what is the best way to transfer data to my internal/external sd cards?
I would like to not use cables to leave the docks closed.
So Bluetooth or Wifi would be the next options, while Bluetooth might be a bit slow for lage file transfers I guess.
So is there any easy way to transfer data between the Z2 and a pc ofer wifi? The best thing would be, if no third party software on the pc is required.
deepflash said:
Hi guys,
since I'm new to Sony Z* I don't actually know, what is the best way to transfer data to my internal/external sd cards?
I would like to not use cables to leave the docks closed.
So Bluetooth or Wifi would be the next options, while Bluetooth might be a bit slow for lage file transfers I guess.
So is there any easy way to transfer data between the Z2 and a pc ofer wifi? The best thing would be, if no third party software on the pc is required.
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Try Airdroid, it's the best app AFAIK.
Note that because of a restriction introduced by Kitkat, wireless data transfer can not be done directly to the external SDcard. The Airdroid team is currently working to try to overcome this issue.
deepflash said:
Hi guys,
since I'm new to Sony Z* I don't actually know, what is the best way to transfer data to my internal/external sd cards?
I would like to not use cables to leave the docks closed.
So Bluetooth or Wifi would be the next options, while Bluetooth might be a bit slow for lage file transfers I guess.
So is there any easy way to transfer data between the Z2 and a pc ofer wifi? The best thing would be, if no third party software on the pc is required.
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If you goto settings, Xperia Connectivity, USB Connectivity, you can pair your device with your computer (the phone will give you instructions), once the phone is paired with your computer you can simply goto the same menu, tap the name for your computer, and you will then be able to transfer files as if you had connected by USB in Media Transfer Mode all over wifi.
TheOnlyIntruder said:
If you goto settings, Xperia Connectivity, USB Connectivity, you can pair your device with your computer (the phone will give you instructions), once the phone is paired with your computer you can simply goto the same menu, tap the name for your computer, and you will then be able to transfer files as if you had connected by USB in Media Transfer Mode all over wifi.
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I didn't notice this new feature, it works fine
Thanks!!
But a toggle would be great to enable the connection.
TheOnlyIntruder said:
If you goto settings, Xperia Connectivity, USB Connectivity, you can pair your device with your computer (the phone will give you instructions), once the phone is paired with your computer you can simply goto the same menu, tap the name for your computer, and you will then be able to transfer files as if you had connected by USB in Media Transfer Mode all over wifi.
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That sounds very cool. How is the data transferred? Not all of my PCs have Bluetooth, so I'm hoping it's not via bluetooth...
EDIT: woops, should have read the last word...."over wifi"
TheOnlyIntruder said:
If you goto settings, Xperia Connectivity, USB Connectivity, you can pair your device with your computer (the phone will give you instructions), once the phone is paired with your computer you can simply goto the same menu, tap the name for your computer, and you will then be able to transfer files as if you had connected by USB in Media Transfer Mode all over wifi.
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Thanks for mentioning. This will work great at my home I guess, but not at my office pc which is connected to a different wifi network.
I would have to open a Wifi Hotspot on my Z2 and let the PC connect to it to make it still work.
deepflash said:
Thanks for mentioning. This will work great at my home I guess, but not at my office pc which is connected to a different wifi network.
I would have to open a Wifi Hotspot on my Z2 and let the PC connect to it to make it still work.
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I don't think it matters which network you join, since the pairing is based on the MAC address on each device (An example would be you could still pair with your home computer even if your computer was connected to a different network) unless you're not allowed to have your phone connect to your work's wifi?
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unless you're not allowed to have your phone connect to your work's wifi?
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That's the point
unfortunately this doesn't seem to be working for me =/ it just says "connecting" for a long time, and then tells me it could not connect to the network. this is after the message saying the pairing is a success...
SexyIceCream said:
unfortunately this doesn't seem to be working for me =/ it just says "connecting" for a long time, and then tells me it could not connect to the network. this is after the message saying the pairing is a success...
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This has happened to me too but usually happens if the phone has gone to sleep after it has been connected already, I also think stamina mode blocks the connection while the phone is in sleep. Try turning the wifi off (remember to disconnect from the PC first) and back on and then reconnect but ensure the screen stays on/phone stays awake, once you've done your tasks disconnect from the pc, otherwise it'll eventually as I like to say "forget it's connected while still reporting it is connected".
If it's still not working, try re-pairing and after repeating the above tasks and it's still not working, check your router configuration and/or your pc's network connection settings including any firewalls.
Thats about the best information I can offer really so if it doesn't work after all that I'm not sure what else that can be done.
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This has happened to me too but usually happens if the phone has gone to sleep after it has been connected already, I also think stamina mode blocks the connection while the phone is in sleep. Try turning the wifi off (remember to disconnect from the PC first) and back on and then reconnect but ensure the screen stays on/phone stays awake, once you've done your tasks disconnect from the pc, otherwise it'll eventually as I like to say "forget it's connected while still reporting it is connected".
If it's still not working, try re-pairing and after repeating the above tasks and it's still not working, check your router configuration and/or your pc's network connection settings including any firewalls.
Thats about the best information I can offer really so if it doesn't work after all that I'm not sure what else that can be done.
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lol silly me. the pc was connected via the wire but not to the network(forgot about it since it's been on wired since the start)
thanks for the tip! :highfive:
SexyIceCream said:
lol silly me. the pc was connected via the wire but not to the network(forgot about it since it's been on wired since the start)
thanks for the tip! :highfive:
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No problem, glad I helped
Does anyone know if this feature still works after rooting? I really like it and don't want to lose it!
TheOnlyIntruder said:
If you goto settings, Xperia Connectivity, USB Connectivity, you can pair your device with your computer (the phone will give you instructions), once the phone is paired with your computer you can simply goto the same menu, tap the name for your computer, and you will then be able to transfer files as if you had connected by USB in Media Transfer Mode all over wifi.
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This feature only works on Windows. Do you know how to configure "Sony bridge for Mac" connect wirelessly like on Windows or any solution for Mac OS?
JMonkeYJ said:
Does anyone know if this feature still works after rooting? I really like it and don't want to lose it!
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Yes, still working
But I prefer using Airdroid, it's much faster.
how to maximise transfer speed?
a question for networking gurus - i am currently on a 1 Gbps line. No doubt, international speeds will never reach that. However, tests to a local server do indicate that i can obtain around 400+ Mbps = around 50 MB/s (a very rough calculation, but for convenience let's just go with it)
However, i tried transferring a 1.5gb file using the xperia z2's wireless usb function, which indicated that around 17 minutes would be needed. that works out to only about 1.4 MB/s. If even a test connection through the internet can reach 50MB/s, why would a connection to my phone(right beside my comp) be only 1.4 MB/s ?
I'm sure the Z2 can handle faster speeds than that....would really be great if someone could give me a tip! thanks :highfive:
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a question for networking gurus - i am currently on a 1 Gbps line. No doubt, international speeds will never reach that. However, tests to a local server do indicate that i can obtain around 400+ Mbps = around 50 MB/s (a very rough calculation, but for convenience let's just go with it)
However, i tried transferring a 1.5gb file using the xperia z2's wireless usb function, which indicated that around 17 minutes would be needed. that works out to only about 1.4 MB/s. If even a test connection through the internet can reach 50MB/s, why would a connection to my phone(right beside my comp) be only 1.4 MB/s ?
I'm sure the Z2 can handle faster speeds than that....would really be great if someone could give me a tip! thanks :highfive:
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The Z2 isn't able to copy the content so fast on the SDcard. The I/O performance just isn't so great to handle 50MB/sec.
Jackos said:
The Z2 isn't able to copy the content so fast on the SDcard. The I/O performance just isn't so great to handle 50MB/sec.
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Thanks for the explanation! I was just looking for solution to this problem as file transfer has been extremely slow.
Does that mean buying a fast SD card is pure waste of money? :crying: I just paid $169 for the fastest SD I could find in store...
jeremy.shi said:
Thanks for the explanation! I was just looking for solution to this problem as file transfer has been extremely slow.
Does that mean buying a fast SD card is pure waste of money? :crying: I just paid $169 for the fastest SD I could find in store...
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In my opinion yes. I barely notice any change between my slow Kingston Class 10 MicroSDXC card and my SanDisk Extreme.
Also benchmarks show there is little change. No need to overpay for fast cards unless you're going to use them in a PC card reader with USB3.0.