I took the update because I boot looped my phone trying to upgrade to a rooted stock version of Kit Kat.
After going to stock I lost root and of course custom recovery. As many have noticed, there is no viable tether app that works with Kit Kat on this device. In doing a search it appears that this is the case with many devices that have gotten Kit Kat.
So I did a search and through several different threads I believe I have found the workaround.
I am new to doing "How-To's" so please forgive me if this is not as professional as others. I am not a developer but have some knowledge of working with various facets of Android. So, here goes:
1. Go to settings--> Tethering and networks ---> Mobile networks --> Access point names
2. Under Access point names, you should have T-Mobile LTE
3. Click menu ---> New APN
4. Name --> Whatever you want
5. APN ---> should say "Not Set" change to "Fast.T-Mobile.com"
6. APN Type--> type "default,supl,mms,dun"
7. APN Protocol --> Be sure it says "IPv4"
8. Menu--> Click save
9. Change APN to the newly created Access Point
10. Download : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foxfi
11. Download the PC app (if needed)
12. (Optional) Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foxfi.key
Follow instructions on setting up FoxFi which I will not cover here.
I am using this now to type this thread. It is a little buggy but I think that is FoxFi not necessarily this method of tether. I have to at times disable/re-enable the PC app if I lose connection.
I hope this helps folks out there.
What is the problem with the mobile hotspot that comes with stock kitkat? D801 tmo.
stormannorman said:
What is the problem with the mobile hotspot that comes with stock kitkat? D801 tmo.
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Nothing wrong, works perfectly fine. This is an alternative means through a different app providing a means to tether without utilizing a set amount of data provided by carrier.
Are speeds with FoxFi comparable to stock tethering?
adampdx said:
Are speeds with FoxFi comparable to stock tethering?
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Yes, speeds are comparable. Only issue, and I believe this is with PDANet/FoxFi is you at times have to reset the connection on the computer. I am running Windows 7 BTW
Wait, is it not easier way to do this:
(if you have root)
1. download SQlite editor app from G.Play (pay for it few bucks)
2. search for com.android.providers.settings and open it
3. open "settings.db" then "global" and under "tether_dun_required" change 1 to 0,
save and turn on tethering without any limits.... Just after reboot you need to set 1 to 0 again to make it work...
I saw it somewhere around and that worked for me!
(Didn't have to change or create new APN.
(This is possible solution for NON-T-mobile users of D801 model, because I'm one..)
That is if you have root. As stated in the OP this is a workaround for those that have lost root via 4.4.2.
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Ivanprskalo said:
Wait, is it not easier way to do this:
(if you have root)
1. download SQlite editor app from G.Play (pay for it few bucks)
2. search for com.android.providers.settings and open it
3. open "settings.db" then "global" and under "tether_dun_required" change 1 to 0,
save and turn on tethering without any limits.... Just after reboot you need to set 1 to 0 again to make it work...
I saw it somewhere around and that worked for me!
(Didn't have to change or create new APN.
(This is possible solution for NON-T-mobile users of D801 model, because I'm one..)
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Will this affect the system tether app as well?
adampdx said:
Will this affect the system tether app as well?
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This solution IS for system tethering.
If you have rooted device, system tethering works like a charm with this.
Also, this works even if you are not T-mobile user, meaning, you SIM unlock device and you can tether with any SIM on any network in the world...
I guess those guys who updated OTA to 4.4.2 will have to wait root for D801. I saw there is a way to flash KitKat in recovery and immediately superuser.zip after that...
I'll personally go for that way.
Doesn't seem to work for me. Tried using my tablet connected to foxfi hotspot and got the usual T-Mobile error notice that hotspot isn't enabled when I opened the browser.
You can also setup a vpn to connect to and it won't redirect you to the upsell page if you get that issue
Ivanprskalo said:
Wait, is it not easier way to do this:
(if you have root)
1. download SQlite editor app from G.Play (pay for it few bucks)
2. search for com.android.providers.settings and open it
3. open "settings.db" then "global" and under "tether_dun_required" change 1 to 0,
save and turn on tethering without any limits.... Just after reboot you need to set 1 to 0 again to make it work...
I saw it somewhere around and that worked for me!
(Didn't have to change or create new APN.
(This is possible solution for NON-T-mobile users of D801 model, because I'm one..)
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If this works, you have fixed the only issue that would desire me to install a custom rom
Edit: seems to be working so far, spent half an hour on the tablet and the tmobile app shows no increase in the hotspot data usage
Ok. Let me try and clarify. The step by step in the OP can be used on any ROM but is specifically useful for those like me that took the update to 4.4.2 and lost root.
When using FoxFi app it is recommended that you use USB tether mode. Also you need to hide your activity but I'm not going to cover that. I Will leave that to others.
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TheFuzz said:
Ok. Let me try and clarify. The step by step in the OP can be used on any ROM but is specifically useful for those like me that took the update to 4.4.2 and lost root.
When using FoxFi app it is recommended that you use USB tether mode. Also you need to hide your activity but I'm not going to cover that. I Will leave that to others.
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Then one thing is left to be clarified:
Do I need to use that T-mobile APN? Because that won't work for me or every other user that haven't T-mobile SIM card, obviously...
So, do you think that is safe to assume that method from OP will work for me if I use my regular APN?
I can't speak to other carriers directly. But, the simplest way to tell; if you use the app and it does not "trip" your carrier hotspot app then you should be good.
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Neither of these methods worked for me. FoxFi kept telling me that I didn't have an internet connection and editing my com.android.providers.settings database kept reverting to "1" after a reboot. After the latter method, I temporarily lost the functionality of my home button and root went away. I thought I was going to have to flash back to 4.2.2 for second. Thankfully after a few reboots and a restored file all was good.
Edit: OK, I finally got FoxFi working. I guess I didn't read the directions completely. But this didn't stop my tethering data usage from going up.
Make sure you have the settings in FoxFi set to hide internet usage. If you need my settings for that, let me know.
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I have actually tried both methods and get them to work.
Now, I'm on 4.4.2 stock, I didn't took the OTA update - instead I've flashed that 1.4GB KK update trough TWRP, and then superuser.zip. It wasn't easy, especially because I didn't have TWRP installed at all and OTA was downloaded (kinda without my permission, in background, and then I got that notification....)
So, now, I'm on KK stock, rooted, but I'm not sure if I got recovery... and guess what, I don't care...
Both tethering methods work for me, bud since is easier I use system tether.
What I'm trying to say is: Don't take OTA guys if you have root, flash trough recovery your KK and you will keep root, you can tether, you keep your data and apps... It isn't the easiest way but it is the one with most satisfying result..
TheFuzz said:
Make sure you have the settings in FoxFi set to hide internet usage. If you need my settings for that, let me know.
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OK, read between the lines a bit and got took the steps I believe you're referring to. However, still no luck with tethering data. Would you mind sharing your settings for FoxFi?
adampdx said:
OK, read between the lines a bit and got took the steps I believe you're referring to. However, still no luck with tethering data. Would you mind sharing your settings for FoxFi?
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On your desktop, click on the PDANet icon in the task tray. Click settings, Hide Tether usage, Level 1
That's it. Should work. Again, you may have to disconnect/reconnect from time to time via the tray icon.
adampdx said:
Neither of these methods worked for me. FoxFi kept telling me that I didn't have an internet connection and editing my com.android.providers.settings database kept reverting to "1" after a reboot. After the latter method, I temporarily lost the functionality of my home button and root went away. I thought I was going to have to flash back to 4.2.2 for second. Thankfully after a few reboots and a restored file all was good.
Edit: OK, I finally got FoxFi working. I guess I didn't read the directions completely. But this didn't stop my tethering data usage from going up.
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It was stated that this will revert after a restart.... Simple either don't restart or adjust the value after you restart
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So just to verify. For rooted folks the sqlite method works? I can't get my connected device to access the net but I am also in a T-Mobile black hole for the next two weeks with only edge when I am lucky
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I was just going through the /system/app directory and found this rather interesting .apk in there, "TetheringManagerRogers1126.apk". Anyone have any idea what Rogers is doing with this? Do you think this is what is causing people with non-tethering enabled accounts (under 1 gig of data) to not be able to use the Mobile AP feature? Would removing it bypass the restriction? Hoping someone with more Android knowledge can shed some light on it.
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I was just going through the /system/app directory and found this rather interesting .apk in there, "TetheringManagerRogers1126.apk". Anyone have any idea what Rogers is doing with this? Do you think this is what is causing people with non-tethering enabled accounts (under 1 gig of data) to not be able to use the Mobile AP feature? Would removing it bypass the restriction? Hoping someone with more Android knowledge can shed some light on it.
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Does rooting not allow tethering in the Rogers 2.2?
Regarding your first reply, that has now disappeared:
"Root and tether to your hearts content."
I am rooted, how do you think I was looking through the /system/app directory structure.
Regarding your edited reply, rooting does not disable your ability to tether.
The point of my post was more towards the people that now cannot tether after upgrading to 2.2, there are numerous complaints about it. Mostly from Fido users by the looks of it. The option is disabled for them, if they try to enable Mobile AP it says something about contacting Rogers. I was thinking that possibly this file is the reason, and if they were to remove it, maybe they could enable Mobile AP again.
Tethering does not work for me, when it used on iOS. I never tried on Android 2.1, as I used mobile AP a few times instead. Maybe I just need to set it up again with Rogers since I just renewed my contact...
Mobile AP still works, but just one device at a time it seems? Not sure if thats a limitation or a problem. Now to get VPN to work...
tbrummell said:
Regarding your first reply, that has now disappeared:
"Root and tether to your hearts content."
I am rooted, how do you think I was looking through the /system/app directory structure.
Regarding your edited reply, rooting does not disable your ability to tether.
The point of my post was more towards the people that now cannot tether after upgrading to 2.2, there are numerous complaints about it. Mostly from Fido users by the looks of it. The option is disabled for them, if they try to enable Mobile AP it says something about contacting Rogers. I was thinking that possibly this file is the reason, and if they were to remove it, maybe they could enable Mobile AP again.
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im on Fido using a Rogers captivate recently updated to froyo 2.2 and mobileAP does not work for me...did you find out of that apk is responsible?
edit: you are a genius tbrummell, that apk was stopping mobileAP from working. i just deleted it and now i can wireless tether. i was almost ready to flash a different rom to get mobileAP up and running...stupid rogers i win haha thanks tbrummell
neotekz said:
im on Fido using a Rogers captivate recently updated to froyo 2.2 and mobileAP does not work for me...did you find out of that apk is responsible?
edit: you are a genius tbrummell, that apk was stopping mobileAP from working. i just deleted it and now i can wireless tether. i was almost ready to flash a different rom to get mobileAP up and running...stupid rogers i win haha thanks tbrummell
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Good to hear!
How do I delete the file??
I tried Astro Browser and I also tried FTP server, but it would let me delete it.
Thanks!
TOM...
MrLemon said:
How do I delete the file??
I tried Astro Browser and I also tried FTP server, but it would let me delete it.
Thanks!
TOM...
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Are you rooted?
Yes I am rooted. Used SuperOneClick and I know it worked because Titanium Backup works fine.
TOM...
kegobeer said:
Are you rooted?
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Ok I got it deleted. Used Terminal Emulator and followed the 'basic' app delete tutorial at this link...
jaxov.com/2010/09/how-to-remove-stock-default-android-apps-easily/
Now it works! Thanks!'
TOM...
Awsome find tbrummell and neotekz. Rogers Fail!
tbrummell said:
I was just going through the /system/app directory and found this rather interesting .apk in there, "TetheringManagerRogers1126.apk". Anyone have any idea what Rogers is doing with this? Do you think this is what is causing people with non-tethering enabled accounts (under 1 gig of data) to not be able to use the Mobile AP feature? Would removing it bypass the restriction? Hoping someone with more Android knowledge can shed some light on it.
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Its a lame attempt at controlling tethering... just remove it and everything will work as usual.
att does the same thing.
thanks a lot for the trick. I was thinking of roll back to 2.1 to this back. you save me hours of time. great post~
nice find. you guys all use SuperOneClick 1.5.5 to root your phones?
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weaktight said:
nice find. you guys all use SuperOneClick 1.5.5 to root your phones?
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Yes.
The message you have entered is too short.
I just found this thread while trying to fix a problem of Mobile AP/USB tethering disconnecting me after about 5 minutes of use. The reason I mention this is that my account should have not have had any tethering restrictions as I'm on the 6gb data plan. Mobile AP worked fine under 2.1, but as mentioned, after about 5 minutes of use on 2.2, both Mobile AP, and tethering would just shut off. I was able to tether fine using Kies though. Removed this file, and now have been connected for over an hour on Mobile AP Thanks!
MrLemon said:
Yes I am rooted. Used SuperOneClick and I know it worked because Titanium Backup works fine.
TOM...
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Lol just use TiBu to get rid of "Tethering Manager"in the apps list.
@OP: yes, it does what you thought. But you already found that out.
Alternatively,
1. Root your phone
2. Download "Root Explorer"
3. Rename or Delete the file
4. Reset your phone
Ymodem-G
Your alternate solution rocks
What are you guys running for wifi tether on rooted phone? my software isnt working
I can see the signal but I cant lock it down or connect
Try Barnacle, which i hear people speaking positively of much
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I just use the stock hacked wifi tether app that comes in calks rom
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krisI0N said:
I just use the stock hacked wifi tether app that comes in calks rom
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Im running an AT&T phone, no roms or BLer yet.
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Im running an AT&T phone, no roms or BLer yet.
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I'm wondering if we cant just remove the "Tetherguard" app from the phone via Titanium. I'm not sure if this is what prevents us from tethering, or the app that phones home... but we might have some luck.
Other than that, can we use other apps that will bypass this?
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I'm wondering if we cant just remove the "Tetherguard" app from the phone via Titanium. I'm not sure if this is what prevents us from tethering, or the app that phones home... but we might have some luck.
Other than that, can we use other apps that will bypass this?
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Unfortunately that didnt work, I just tried.
I uninstalled teatherguard via Ti B/u tried to run my tether app, no luck. Tried to run the factory installed hotspot software and instead of getting denied it just wouldnt turn on. If I went into settings I could make changes and try to turn it on however it would just act as if it was loading and eventually do nothing.
At that time I went ahead and installed barnacle and no luck there either, again it wouldnt deny but it wouldnt boot up either.
Hmmmm
Okay so after playing with the app "WiFi Tether for Root Users, Muller, Lemons, Buxton" I finally got it to work. You will need the app downloaded and installed, go to settings, select profile and select "generic ICS" should be the 3rd option, then hit the menu bar again to select re install binary files.
After that turn on the hot spot and connect with your device!
Actually I'm using the HTC app for tethering!! I did this that a saw on a Vivid ROM thread, I think it was on Dark Raider's..... so I don' deserve any credit, I just want to help because I got my One X yesterday, rooted it and tried it and it works perfectly!!
You'll need SQ Lite Editor:
1) Dialer Storage
2) telephony.db
3) carriers
4) 12 Entitlement 310410
you shoud change the value under "apn" from "broadband" to "pta"
5) Please restart your device and you will get it!!
Enjoy my friends!!!
Thank you for that fix!!!!
I search hih and low for the entitlement check in all the databases. I would have never thought to look in telephony.
krisI0N said:
I just use the stock hacked wifi tether app that comes in calks rom
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Could you please post the Apk,pls.
I hope that it helped you out!! here to help in what i can!
Donpiero278,
I like your method, but I need a bit more clarification on how you did it.
So I need to purchase SQLLite Editor? What am I going to edit with it? Where do I get the HTC Tethering app? I also don't understand your 1-4 steps.
Thanks
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galfert said:
Donpiero278,
I like your method, but I need a bit more clarification on how you did it.
So I need to purchase SQLLite Editor? What am I going to edit with it? Where do I get the HTC Tethering app? I also don't understand your 1-4 steps.
Thanks
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It's not for the timid.
find the telephony.db in /data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases copy it to /mnt/sdcard
edit it with the sqlite manager of your choice. I used the firefox extension.
Find line 12 and change it from broadband to pta.
copy it back to /data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases
reboot phone
You'll need root explorer or similar file manager with root access to get to the file and put it back
After that I just added the widget
gunnyman said:
It's not for the timid.
find the telephony.db in /data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases copy it to /mnt/sdcard
edit it with the sqlite manager of your choice. I used the firefox extension.
Find line 12 and change it from broadband to pta.
copy it back to /data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases
reboot phone
You'll need root explorer or similar file manager with root access to get to the file and put it back
After that I just added the widget
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I'm not timid. Your extra guidance is all I needed. It works! This might be harder than installing an app but the end result is better. Thank you so much.
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galfert said:
I'm not timid. Your extra guidance is all I needed. It works! This might be harder than installing an app but the end result is better. Thank you so much.
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You're welcome. I googled the file location that took a while. After that it was cake.
the maker of CWM also made a tethering app, it also claims that it's almost non-detectable by carriers since it does it with proxies and works with non-root https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.koushikdutta.tether
just another option. If you use ssdroid, this is another tethering method that does it with proxies and also is nondetectable that i am experimenting with http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=25818971
boosted2000si said:
Unfortunately that didnt work, I just tried.
I uninstalled teatherguard via Ti B/u tried to run my tether app, no luck. Tried to run the factory installed hotspot software and instead of getting denied it just wouldnt turn on. If I went into settings I could make changes and try to turn it on however it would just act as if it was loading and eventually do nothing.
At that time I went ahead and installed barnacle and no luck there either, again it wouldnt deny but it wouldnt boot up either.
Hmmmm
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pretty sure you should use a root file explorer to remove it from system/apps because you have to remove the odex as well as the apk. not saying it will work but it might. since you already removed the apk with titanium you should use a root file explorer and remove the odex file that's probably still there and see if it fixes it. im trying it now and will report back.
I searched like crazy and I can't find what PTA stands for. I know APN stands for Access Point Name. I also found out that PTA is an APN that is only utilized by LTE provisioned accounts.
Phone daTA ???
Personal Telephony Account ???
Phone Terminated Access ???
.....I don't know ....possibilities are endless but the curiosity is driving me nuts. Does anybody know?
Sorry that I wasn't here yesterday to help you out guys. I hope it's all figured out for you!!
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Sorry that I wasn't here yesterday to help you out guys. I hope it's all figured out for you!!
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Did you guys leave Tetherguard.apk in place when you did this? I get stuck at the "Processing..." toast message when I try to turn the hotspot on now.
Hey fellow One Sv users! Sorry for the trouble, but this is annoying me. I have the One Sv (obviously), K2_CL Boost Mobile. I have rooted, i have jelly bean 4.1.2, and Sense 4. i haven't flashed any custom rom on my device. i also have S-OFF. I downloaded "Trev-e's wifi tether for root users", and looked at numerous threads in this forum to try and get it to work. i have backed up and uninstalled TetheringGuard with Titanium Backup. yet no matter what device profile i use, the access point is not seen by laptop or other devices, or it is seen and does not connect, although the Upload and Download speeds increase on the app. So, can someone please attempt to help me figure this out if you have the time? it would be much appreciated. I follow threads on XDA religiously, and have seen the work of @Modding.MyMind and @russellvone . I realize you guys must be tremendously busy trying to get Sense 5 and 4.2.2 to work on our wonderful device, but as soon as you get the time, i would love for anyone to try and get this to work for me. I can test, in return if needed. thank you.
Using a file manager like es file explorer or something similar go to /system/build.prop and copy it to either your internal or external sd card. (you can do it on your pc using notepad++ if you like). Now open it up and look for what is highlighted in green provided in the picture. On yours they will say 0. Change them to 1 like you see in the picture. Once done go to my next post for more instructions...
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Now look in the build.prop file what is highlighted in green in this next provided picture. Yours will say true. Change it to false like the picture shows. Once done, go to my next post for further instructions...
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Now scroll to the bottom of your build.prop file. Given the picture I provided highlighted in green, add that in to your build.prop file. In the picture you will notice there is an extra line that is blank. Make sure yours has that also. Once complete go to my next post for further instructions....
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Once you have completed the above steps go ahead and save the file. Now before proceeding make a backup of your original build.prop file for safe keepings. Now cut the modded build.prop file over to /system/ and allow it to overwrite the original build.prop file (you will need write permissions for the /system to do this or you will be denied). Once it has been overwritten make sure you set the permissions to the modded build.prop file to rw-r-r as seen provided in the picture. Once you have set your permissions go ahead and reboot your device.
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Once your device has rebooted go to settings >> more >> mobile network sharing
Profit!
--- Happy Hunting
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No need for an app anymore
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Oh, I also forgot to mention... If you go to /system/apps there is a system app called tetherguard.apk and .odex.
Rename those by adding an extension.
tetherguard.apk.pka
tetherguard.odex.dexo
You will need to reboot after you do this. Otherwise, your tethering will kick in and out periodically.
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i apologise for the inconvenience. @Modding.MyMind . But i have edited the build.prop exactly as you have said, and when i go to use the built it wifi hotspot app from Settings, i try to connect my laptop to the access point and it continously tries to get an internet connection until it eventually fails. i have tried this with both no security and WEP, WPA(TKIP), and WPA2(AES), with no luck. Anything else you suggest, o mighty one? (I mean that with the utmost respect, not sarcasm lol)
usb tether is better in my opinion if just tethering one laptop.
use the Wi-Fi for root.apk
Device-Profile is set to Generic ICS/JB (wlan0), Setup-Method is set to Auto,*
russellvone said:
usb tether is better in my opinion if just tethering one laptop.
use the Wi-Fi for root.apk
Device-Profile is set to Generic ICS/JB (wlan0), Setup-Method is set to Auto,*
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Thank you @russellvone , but when using those settings, my computer doesnt see the hotspot at all, even though the upload and download speeds on the app increase. I don't know what the deal is.
I'm sure you'll just have to type the ssid in manually on your laptop,
then enter password(if you choose one)
russellvone said:
I'm sure you'll just have to type the ssid in manually on your laptop,
then enter password(if you choose one)
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I manually entered the SSID on my laptop, windows 8.1. But when it tries to connect, again it shows the message "the network is taking longer than usual" and connects with no internet access and the wifi bars on my laptop get that little yellow warning sign overlay. @russellvone
Wifi tether for root users worked fine on my k2cl
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@bryanwerewolf
I'm not positive what the issue might be, but....
there is always usb tethering(works every time)
russellvone said:
@bryanwerewolf
I'm not positive what the issue might be, but....
there is always usb tethering(works every time)
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Oh well. I really appreciate you guys taking the time to attempt to help me with this. I'll go with the usb tethering then, and hope it works out, unless i have a cursed device or something lol. @russellvone
Kohltont22 said:
Wifi tether for root users worked fine on my k2cl
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what settings do you use on the app? @Kohltont22
clockworkmod tether....
it's flawless when I use it
no matter what OS I'm tethering to ubuntu/Windowsxp/7/8/8.1
it's simple to install, then just plug in and surf away
side note: you won't be able to get it from the playstore, boost blocked it so just search in your browser for it
I just updated my LG G2 to lollipop 5.0.2 and rooted it. Now again my hotspot is not enabling. Earlier I did it using SQlite editor method.
Now what to do...???
Note: Solved this Issue already.
Use This Method+My method.
Settings.db will not open in SQLITE EDITOR directly so move the file from root to sdcard and then edit as per guide. Then again place in the same place and restarted instantly. And Done...
Steps:
>Exact File Location is "\data\data\com.android.prodivers.settings\database\settings.db"
>Cut and paste the file it in anywhere in "\SDCARD" using ES File Explorer after enabling root access from tools in ES.
>Edit using SQLite Editer at new location
>Again Place the file back to it's exact location.
>Restart
Use LG One Click Root for Rooting Lollipop.
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You enable it in settings, but the method you're referring to doesn't function on LG based ROMs. It won't even stick on Cloudy or Optimus ROMs. Use a vanilla ROM like Vanir, AICP, etc..not LG.
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Ace42 said:
You enable it in settings, but the method you're referring to doesn't function on LG based ROMs. It won't even stick on Cloudy or Optimus ROMs. Use a vanilla ROM like Vanir, AICP, etc..not LG.
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I did it in morning, it worked. then I upgraded it to D80030F. and same method isn't working anymore
I used this method
Which ROM is the best for LG G2 D800...???
having latest stable version of android...?
I have d800 and have updated to lollipop and with sql editor and cannot access or edit the databases necessary to change the tethering settings to enable them.
slick97477 said:
I have d800 and have updated to lollipop and with sql editor and cannot access or edit the databases necessary to change the tethering settings to enable them.
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Solved this Issue already. Using This Method. File wasn't opening directly so I moved the file from root to sdcard and then edited as per guide. Then again placed in the same place and restarted instantly. And Done...
File Location is "\data\data\com.android.prodivers.settings\database\settings.db"
devanshdave said:
I did it in morning, it worked. then I upgraded it to D80030F. and same method isn't working anymore
I used this method
Which ROM is the best for LG G2 D800...???
having latest stable version of android...?
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This sqlite method is actually to stop the phone from reporting the correct amount of data used over tether, it sort of fakes the usage as coming from the phone.
Im not sure what happened followed those instructions to the tee and now it will not boot past the att logo.....
Never mind.Problem solved.
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Im not sure what happened followed those instructions to the tee and now it will not boot past the att logo.....
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you are right had to do a factory reset I didn't too much just went by that option, just try something else if you don't want to loose your data!
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Im not sure what happened followed those instructions to the tee and now it will not boot past the att logo.....
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Just worked it out instead of "moving" do a ""copy"" to sdcard and then overwrite it back to com.android.prodivers.settings! It worked! I knew that cut and paste would bring some kind of problem!. Remember before doing all this, first you gotta hit the "mobile hotspot" unless the value "tether_entitlement_check_state" won't appear in sqlite_editor just a little reminder couse it happened to me!
I did end up reflashing back to 20c, set everything in the database's for tethering and some other stuff i wanted. Did the ota update all the way to Lollipop and all the settings in the database stayed. My tethering works in lollipop without having to do anymore editing. the original changes stayed. So this could be another workaround possibly or i just got lucky....
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I did end up reflashing back to 20c, set everything in the database's for tethering and some other stuff i wanted. Did the ota update all the way to Lollipop and all the settings in the database stayed. My tethering works in lollipop without having to do anymore editing. the original changes stayed. So this could be another workaround possibly or i just got lucky....
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I would say Just got lucky couse I was in 20c rooted and couldn't get the update, had to go back to stock and then install, is have to do that every single time when I want a new update! At&t is one of those strict carriers!
I just wanted to share this with any verizon unlimited users looking for a solution to wireless tethering with the V20. This needs root.
1.) Download modified HotspotProvisionVZWG4.apk. This is from the LG G4 post http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-g4/general/how-to-enable-native-hotspot-unlimited-t3166435
2.) Rename '/system/app/HotspotProvision/HotspotProvision.apk' to 'HotspotProvision.apk.bak' (I used root explorer)
3.) Rename '/system/app/HotspotProvision/oat/arm64/HotspotProvision.odex' to 'HotspotProvision.odex.bak'
4.) Copy the modified HotspotProvisionVZWG4.apk and place it into /system/app/HotspotProvision/
5.) Check that the permissions on '/system/app/HotspotProvision/HotspotProvisionVZWG4.apk' is 0644
6.) Reboot phone. Enjoy native hotspot
Wi-Fi tether router in the app store works perfect. I can't remember how much it is because I bought it a long time ago.
Your way is much better, free, and easy to do.
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That darn rooting thing! Just giving it a little while longer before I go that route, letting things settle in now that the VZW variant has success. I've got this thread and file saved for that day tho! Thanks for the info.
Just wanted to share because I spent the day looking for a solution. I had been using foxfi on the note7, but foxfi wifi tethering doesn't work in the v20 nougat. I tried a bunch of alternative apps but none let me get past the subscription check. This mod has been working great, though the rooting processes is still pretty rough.
ACalcutt said:
I just wanted to share this with any verizon unlimited users looking for a solution to wireless tethering with the V20. This needs root.
1.) Download modified HotspotProvisionVZWG4.apk. This is from the LG G4 post http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-g4/general/how-to-enable-native-hotspot-unlimited-t3166435
2.) Rename '/system/app/HotspotProvision/HotspotProvision.apk' to 'HotspotProvision.apk.bak' (I used root explorer)
3.) Rename '/system/app/HotspotProvision/oat/arm64/HotspotProvision.odex' to 'HotspotProvision.odex.bak'
4.) Copy the modified HotspotProvisionVZWG4.apk and place it into /system/app/HotspotProvision/
5.) Check that the permissions on '/system/app/HotspotProvision/HotspotProvisionVZWG4.apk' is 0644
6.) Reboot phone. Enjoy native hotspot
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I don't have the file mentioned in step 3. So do i just skip that dtep?
ACalcutt said:
I just wanted to share this with any verizon unlimited users looking for a solution to wireless tethering with the V20. This needs root.
1.) Download modified HotspotProvisionVZWG4.apk. This is from the LG G4 post http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-g4/general/how-to-enable-native-hotspot-unlimited-t3166435
2.) Rename '/system/app/HotspotProvision/HotspotProvision.apk' to 'HotspotProvision.apk.bak' (I used root explorer)
3.) Rename '/system/app/HotspotProvision/oat/arm64/HotspotProvision.odex' to 'HotspotProvision.odex.bak'
4.) Copy the modified HotspotProvisionVZWG4.apk and place it into /system/app/HotspotProvision/
5.) Check that the permissions on '/system/app/HotspotProvision/HotspotProvisionVZWG4.apk' is 0644
6.) Reboot phone. Enjoy native hotspot
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I don't get step 5. I don't see anywhere to find 0644
Edit: rebooted and tested and it works. Thanks for this
Just because I had to Google it myself:
http://www.theandroidsoul.com/set-0644-permissions-from-es-file-explorer/
Shows how the permissions tree looks for '0644' permission. Explanation here:
https://www.quora.com/Android-opera...es-some-files-need-these-types-of-permissions
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And to follow up, not sure if it's just me... but I also did not have the file listed in Step 3. I am able to start the hotspot but any time I try to go to Set Up Mobile Hotspot to change the SSID or password, it force closes. I miss my PDA Net days lol
PDAnet still works with the v20 but not via wifi. Works with usb cable which I have used and Bluetooth which I have not yet tried. Been using it for years.
NO ROOT NEEDED : )
That is true, but I can't very easily tether my phone to my cheapo smart-TV with a cable
For what it's worth, the deodexed 996 stock ROM :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/v20/development/us996-100-stock-deodexd-rom-t3520131
has the hotspot built in, working flawless, with editing SSID possible just fine. I'm sure his other ROM's might also, but I'm on that one and everything worked right away. Was the first thing I tested as soon as I flashed it lol.
CharlzO_2000 said:
Just because I had to Google it myself:
http://www.theandroidsoul.com/set-0644-permissions-from-es-file-explorer/
Shows how the permissions tree looks for '0644' permission. Explanation here:
https://www.quora.com/Android-opera...es-some-files-need-these-types-of-permissions
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And to follow up, not sure if it's just me... but I also did not have the file listed in Step 3. I am able to start the hotspot but any time I try to go to Set Up Mobile Hotspot to change the SSID or password, it force closes. I miss my PDA Net days lol
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I have the exact same issue. You ever resolve it?
sic4672 said:
I have the exact same issue. You ever resolve it?
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I ended up using the Stock 996 unmodded ROM, which has all the tweaks (RootSwitch) and stuff enabled out of the box, and the hotspot works perfectly on that one. Yes, it's not a "Verizon" ROM, but the only issue I've had at all, is that the My Verizon app doesn't work, nor the Visual Voice Mail. I do miss the functionality of both, but for me the hotspot is more important, and I can always check the others manually in a browser or dialing into the VM anyway.
This works fine on my rooted Verizon LG V20. I had the files listed, where they were supposed to be. I also used ES File Explorer to change the permissions to 0644. By default, this file is read-write-execute for everyone. 0644 is much more limited permissions - no one can execute, and only the owner can write to it. See the ES File Explorer link above from CharlzO_2000 that shows you how to set the permissions with ES File Explorer.
I tested the hotspot for a few minutes...worked fine. No carrier nag and good connection to it from an iPad. Thanks, OP, and thanks, CharlzO_2000 for the 0644 links.
Stumped...
So last night I was able to root my v20 (verizon) and it was quite hairy especially when it was vibrating like crazy.... So got over that hump and now I'm stumped at these hotspot activation steps. Could you guys help a brotha out? So renamed the files just fine, but did not understand the section about permissions. None of my root browsers were about to change permissions to 0644, but not sure if its needed. So when I try to fire up the hotspot from the system settings it automatically shuts off and says "activity does not exist on this device". What am I missing?
sphui5 said:
So last night I was able to root my v20 (verizon) and it was quite hairy especially when it was vibrating like crazy.... So got over that hump and now I'm stumped at these hotspot activation steps. Could you guys help a brotha out? So renamed the files just fine, but did not understand the section about permissions. None of my root browsers were about to change permissions to 0644, but not sure if its needed. So when I try to fire up the hotspot from the system settings it automatically shuts off and says "activity does not exist on this device". What am I missing?
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I use solid explorer you'll want to go into properties to change permissions.
I didn't like that ES File Explored made me install some shopping app before I could get to the hidden system files. Pretty crappy on their part...
Everything works exactly as the OP explained. If you're having trouble with the permissions in ES File Explorer, long press on the new apk file to select it, pick "more" in the bottom right, then select properties. You'll see permissions listed there and you need to pick "change" and change the boxes so that you get "rw- r- r-" (Owner = RW, Group = R, Global = R). Back out, reboot, and you'll be golden.
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I didn't like that ES File Explored made me install some shopping app before I could get to the hidden system files. Pretty crappy on their part...
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ES has gone downhill over the past year or two. I still have an older version backed up to avoid their bloat. The send over lan feature doesn't work with nougat though.
If you are fed up with ES, give FX explorer a try. I've found it to be a decent replacement without all the bloat.
Could this method cause the data connection to fail sporadically? While using the hotspot, my phone network stops working. It still shows 4G and it being functional, but the hotspot, my apps, nothing that uses data works. It lasts for a minute or two and then it works again. Just wondering if anyone else is having this issue...
Verizon LGV20 with 1.2 restock kernel and WETA.
If anyone would like to suggest a different kernel or ROM, I'm open.
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I use solid explorer you'll want to go into properties to change permissions.
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What do u have to do to get tethering
Try reading the thread starting at the OP.
Hotspot crashing
Hello, I followed these steps and they worked to enable the wifi hotspot but Everytime I go to try to change the name and password the hotspot crashes.
Anyone have any idea if the hotspot name can be changed manually by editing the buidprop or something else?
Thanks