I suggest you do so. 4G is not throttled, but 3G is at 2.5 gbs.
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Using 4G tether for home Internet?
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I suggest you do so. 4G is not throttled, but 3G is at 2.5 gbs.
koopakid08
Android Expert
Point me to where it says 4g isn't throttled. That isn't in the terms, it's just something they aren't doing right now but they could start at any time.
dwappo7851
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Wow, did this really become a argument? (again)
The TOS doesn't say that
A. you can tether (unless you pay that extra 15$ fee)
B. That you can even root your phone (that voids the warranty)
It does say that they can terminate your service anytime they want, for whatever reason.
Also back to the tethering, yes, I will agree that in a way it is "theft," however like some of the others have stated, it's not going to hurt you using free tethering to browse websites as opposed to watching videos/downloading loads of stuff, and things of that nature.
It really shouldn't be an argument, because most of us here have tethered/rooted our phones (that's why we're on here). It's just the "don't be greedy" bit, which is true, and is why they place caps on this stuff.
The TOS doesn't say that
A. you can tether (unless you pay that extra 15$ fee)
B. That you can even root your phone (that voids the warranty)
It does say that they can terminate your service anytime they want, for whatever reason.
Also back to the tethering, yes, I will agree that in a way it is "theft," however like some of the others have stated, it's not going to hurt you using free tethering to browse websites as opposed to watching videos/downloading loads of stuff, and things of that nature.
It really shouldn't be an argument, because most of us here have tethered/rooted our phones (that's why we're on here). It's just the "don't be greedy" bit, which is true, and is why they place caps on this stuff.
koopakid08
Android Expert
This.
Tethering is fine as long as it's a little here or there but it is NOT a home internet replacement.
This is my understanding also. 4G up to 10GB and then it throttles back to 3G.
Dont abuse the system guys. 10GB for $35 a month is a terrific price.
dwappo7851
Well-Known Member
Virgin announced on their Facebook page that 4G throttling will begin on the Broadband 2 Go plans starting in December, I would imagine that our phones will be right behind.
*sigh* this is what happens
OctopusOptimus
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Virgin announced on their Facebook page that 4G throttling will begin on the Broadband 2 Go plans starting in December, I would imagine that our phones will be right behind.
I don't know if they changed their policy or what but I've used over 100 GB on my B2G device this month, still no throttling
. And over 50GB on my Evo V 4G, also no throttling!
OverByter
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I don't know if they changed their policy or what but I've used over 100 GB on my B2G device this month, still no throttling
Both plans are due to change in the next month or so. :banghead:
OctopusOptimus
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Do you know what it will change to?
dwappo7851
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I know right? in the long run, it'll probably be more cheaper than having the cable/Internet, and there is no risk involved. Unless you are tethering for emergency reasons, you shouldn't use tethering like that, it effects everyone on VM whether you believe it or not.
As far as I understand, this may not be how VM intended for the hotspot to be used but I don't see anything stating you can't use it that way provided:
1) You pay the $15/mo extra for a hotspot.
2) You accept that they'll throttle your speed after 3.5 Gigs downloaded.
dwappo7851
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Right. But the difference is that your being upfront about it, instead of tethering 10-20gb.
I downloaded a cool app that lets me tether via bluetooth for my tablet. I hardly ever use it, but it comes in handy. I'm not rooted, so my options were limited. Also, I have Charter cable. It's the cheapest internet available through them and I pay $39.99 for 30mbps dl and 4mpbs ul. Overall, I'm happy.
Hi guys,
Hope you don't mind a complete noob jumping in here and asking a ton of noob questions. If you do, please tell me where I might go to ask them instead.
Can I use T-Mobile's new $70 Monthly4G unlimited plan for my main home Internet service?
See here: Prepaid Cell Phone Plans, No Annual Contract | Monthly 4G | T-Mobile
I need something with no caps because I live in the sticks and regularly exceed ATT's 150GB cap. I need more speed than they offer as well...6MB DSL ain't cutting it for streaming video and watching TV on my 27" Mac.
If I can do this, and it seems I can with something called tethering or root, how do I do this? I can buy a phone if I have to and replace my ATT landline and the $50 it costs me each month...won't need a mobile phone much but if that's gotta come with the deal then so be it.
Can anyone offer me any advice as to whether this can be done, is a good idea to do, and explicit instructions on how it is done?
Thanks very much,
kchase77
Hope you don't mind a complete noob jumping in here and asking a ton of noob questions. If you do, please tell me where I might go to ask them instead.
Can I use T-Mobile's new $70 Monthly4G unlimited plan for my main home Internet service?
See here: Prepaid Cell Phone Plans, No Annual Contract | Monthly 4G | T-Mobile
I need something with no caps because I live in the sticks and regularly exceed ATT's 150GB cap. I need more speed than they offer as well...6MB DSL ain't cutting it for streaming video and watching TV on my 27" Mac.
If I can do this, and it seems I can with something called tethering or root, how do I do this? I can buy a phone if I have to and replace my ATT landline and the $50 it costs me each month...won't need a mobile phone much but if that's gotta come with the deal then so be it.
Can anyone offer me any advice as to whether this can be done, is a good idea to do, and explicit instructions on how it is done?
Thanks very much,
kchase77
koopakid08
Android Expert
If you regularly exceed the 150gb service on your current internet you should definitely NOT do this. T-Mobile would probably cut your service in a heartbeat. I'm pretty sure even T-Mobile's unlimited data plans have fine print that they can cut your service by using outrageous amounts of data.
Thanks for the prompt replies, guys! Really appreciate it!
Okay then, what if I did this: Truly Unlimited iPhone Data Plan: Sprint Vs. AT&T & Verizon
$80 a month unlimited with Sprint...I live in a 4G LTE area....download and stream to my heart's content on this plan...more than 150GB cap on ATT...then transfer what I've downloaded to my Mac and capture streaming off the IPhone or IPad and transfer to the Mac. No tethering, dongling, or whatever. Does this violate anything? Would they still cut me off for using so much on an unlimited plan as long as I did not tether?
Perhaps I could keep the DSL and just use what my overage is normally on the phone. But could I keep DSL and get rid of my landline phone plan? Probably not.
Now, I've switched from Android to IPhone this might not qualify for this thread.
Okay then, what if I did this: Truly Unlimited iPhone Data Plan: Sprint Vs. AT&T & Verizon
$80 a month unlimited with Sprint...I live in a 4G LTE area....download and stream to my heart's content on this plan...more than 150GB cap on ATT...then transfer what I've downloaded to my Mac and capture streaming off the IPhone or IPad and transfer to the Mac. No tethering, dongling, or whatever. Does this violate anything? Would they still cut me off for using so much on an unlimited plan as long as I did not tether?
Perhaps I could keep the DSL and just use what my overage is normally on the phone. But could I keep DSL and get rid of my landline phone plan? Probably not.
Now, I've switched from Android to IPhone this might not qualify for this thread.
koopakid08
Android Expert
Sprint terms of service:
Prohibited Network Uses. To ensure the activities of some users do not impair the ability of our customers to have access to reliable services provided at reasonable costs, you may not use our services in a manner that is unlawful, infringes on intellectual property rights, or harms or unduly interferes with the use of Sprint's network or systems. Sprint reserves the right, without notice or limitation, to limit data throughput speeds or quantities or to deny, terminate, end, modify, disconnect, or suspend service if an individual engages in any of the prohibited voice or data uses detailed below or if Sprint, in its sole discretion, determines action is necessary to protect its wireless networks from harm or degradation. Examples of prohibited voice uses: Sprint voice services are provided solely for live dialogue between, and initiated by, individuals for personal use and as otherwise described in this policy. Sprint services may not be used for any other purposes, including, but not limited to: monitoring services, transmission of broadcasts, transmission of recorded material, telemarketing, autodialed calls, other commercial uses, or other connections that do not consist of uninterrupted live dialogue between individuals. Examples of prohibited data uses: Sprint data services are provided solely for purposes of web surfing, sending and receiving email, photographs and other similar messaging activities, and the non-continuous streaming of videos, downloading of files or on line gaming. Our data services may not be used:
generate excessive amounts of Internet traffic through the continuous, unattended streaming, downloading or uploading of videos or other files or to operate hosting services including, but not limited to, web or gaming hosting; (ii) to maintain continuous active network connections to the Internet such as through a web camera or machine-to-machine connections that do not involve active participation by a person; (iii) to disrupt email use by others using automated or manual routines, including, but not limited to "auto-responders" or cancel bots or other similar routines; (iv) to transmit or facilitate any unsolicited or unauthorized advertising, telemarketing, promotional materials, "junk mail", unsolicited commercial or bulk email, or fax; (v) for activities adversely affecting the ability of other people or systems to use either Sprint's wireless services or other parties' Internet-based resources, including, but not limited to, "denial of service" (DoS) attacks against another network host or individual user; (vi) for an activity that connects any device to Personal Computers (including without limitation, laptops), or other equipment for the purpose of transmitting wireless data over the network (unless customer is using a plan designated for such usage); or (vi) for any other reason that, in our sole discretion violates our policy of providing service for individual use. Unlimited Use Plans. If you subscribe to rate plans, services or features that are described as unlimited, you should be aware that such "unlimited" plans are subject to these Sprint Prohibited Network Uses.