Android 7.0 (Nougat) or later no longer allows WiFi mode even for Verizon phones. Please refer to PdaNet instead for alternative solutions.ĭue to lockdowns through each phone system update, the old WiFi mode will only be allowed on a short list of compatible devices. Use this feature if you are no longer able to turn on WiFi Hotspot, or if your WiFi Hotspot usage is being metered when you already have an unlimited data plan.Īndroid 7.0 (Nougat) or later no longer allows the old WiFi Hotspot mode even for Verizon phones.
However unlike the old WiFi Hotspot, it will require you to either install PdaNet on the connecting computers/tablets or set up proxy settings. This new WiFi Direct feature in PdaNet 5 allows you to connect WiFi mode from computers or tablets. If the legacy FoxFi feature still works for your phone, it is still the best solution for sharing phone Internet since there is no limit on what kind of devices you can connect. The legacy WiFi Hotspot solution remains in FoxFi. It does come with a couple of drawbacks, but, all in all, it is still a good application to have.A new WiFi Direct solution (free update) is now added to PdaNet for connecting computers or tablets in addition to USB tether. It also supports almost any kind of device.
Moreover, it does not require rooting and even provides security features to keep your connection private. The app is easy to use and only requires one touch to activate. Is FoxFi good?įoxFi is a must-have for anyone who may need internet access in areas where Wi-Fi is limited or unavailable. If you are looking for free alternatives that won't interrupt your tethering, EasyTether is one of your best options. It shutdown after usage limit and will require you to restart to use it again.
Additionally, the app is now part of the PdaNet+ app, and the free version comes with a usage limit. However, it does drain your battery a little faster. It is also stable and fast and uses only a little of your resources. As mentioned earlier, it does not require rooting, unlike most Wi-Fi tether applications available in the mobile app market today.įoxFi has a clean and readable user interface with one-touch activation. It also has a customizable network name as added protection. With this, a device cannot connect without typing in the correct password you set. Using FoxFi is as safe as using any internet connection with a modem.
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