Help Tethering after JB update

[NewArtDroid]

Today I tried to tether and got a message that I needed a subscription. So is tethering gone after jellybean update? Can I setup a mobile hotspot and get Internet access for my computer that way?

 

[SirEagle]

............. So is tethering gone after jellybean update? Can I setup a mobile hotspot and get Internet access for my computer that way?

Short answer is you can still tether. Long answer depends on rooted or not, unlimited data or not?

 

[NewArtDroid]

I have unlimited data, but I have not ever rooted before. I need it only once in awhile, like when I'm at an airport.

 

[NewArtDroid]

So I'd appreciate any help on this

 

[Thom]

Somme of us just pay Verizon to do it up front.

If you want to Root and investigate your alternatives I will move your question to All Things Root where the expertise on that subject visit.

... Thom

 

[SirEagle]

I don't know when they did it but those of us grandfathered into unlimited lose. If you have a data plan you can tether free if I recall correctly. With unlimited you need to root to get it. I believe the FoxFi app used to work, not sure if it does anymore or not, give it a try.

 

[SirEagle]

Don't most airports have free wifi?

 

[TexasBadger]

My Droid Bionic is stock ... not rooted. I still have an unlimited data plan with Verizon. I am running Jelly Bean. FoxFi continues to provide a great, free, Wi-Fi hotspot.

 

[NewArtDroid]

I just downloaded FoxFi and will check it out this evening. Is the USB mode the basic tethering? That's all I need. About airports, only Orlando and Asheville have free Wi-Fi that I have found in my travels.

 

[NewArtDroid]

I was able to set up a mobile hot spot and it worked to get Internet for my computer. I had to set a security pattern on my phone. I couldn't figure out the USB, but that is OK.