~new to android, need help with Wifi Please

[SouthernGirl13]

ok I am TOTALLY new to 'fancy touch screen' phones. I've just got my first, yep android virgin here lol :ciao:

I have a LG Optimus Zip, CDMA-V, Android 2.3, through Straight Talk.

I would like to be able to use the phone as a wifi hotspot for my laptop while I am in various meetings in places that don't have wifi. I'm not looking to use it daily, but it would make my life a lot easier if I could do it. I've tried a few things from the app market but none seem to work with my phone.

Can anyone recommend something that will work and is idiot friendly? :dontknow:

 

[SouthernGirl13]

and where is the best place to order accessories these days?

 

[Member 536573]

Ebay or Amazon is a good place to start.

 

[dvhttn]

Does the phone support being a wireless hotspot? Go into 'All Settings/Wireless & networks' and look for 'wifi hotspot' or similar (I'm looking at an HTC when I give those menu settings - the LG could very well be different).

Dave

 

[nasstyrome]

if theres no setting for wireless hotspot, you can run an app to make an adhoc hotspot.
wifi tether 3.1 supports adhoc mode.

cheers.

 

[LouWags]

Your service provider may not allow hotspotting or they may charge an additional fee for it. You'll have to call them to know for sure.

--Wag--