Can you tether this phone to your laptop? I know there are apps that allow this such as PdaNet, however, I once read that Boost Mobile disabled the WiFi hotspot capability on their Androids. Does anyone have FIRSTHAND experience with any of the Boost...
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Yes, possibly, read this link: http://www.pcworld.com/article/199280/How_To_Tether_Your_Android_Phone_For_Free.html
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I bought this phone for my mother, unfortunately, we haven't opened the box to it yet to set it up. I called customer care to see if it could tether, the BOOST representative stated only 2 models have the tether function and this phone is not 1 of the 2. However, Google play, as well as the Amazon App Store have applications you may download to turn your phone into a mobile hotspot. With that being said, it may not be able to be used at the time of tethering. I'm not sure you would have to contact the application support that you would like to purchase for download to figure out the quirks of it. I bought this phone for my mother, unfortunately, we haven't opened the box to it yet to set it up. I called customer care to see if it could tether, the BOOST representative stated only 2 models have the tether function and this phone is not 1 of the 2. However, Google play, as well as the Amazon App Store have applications you may download to turn your phone into a mobile hotspot. With that being said, it may not be able to be used at the time of tethering. I'm not sure you would have to contact the application support that you would like to purchase for download to figure out the quirks... » Read More I bought this phone for my mother, unfortunately, we haven't opened the box to it yet to set it up. I called customer care to see if it could tether, the BOOST representative stated only 2 models have the tether function and this phone is not 1 of the 2. However, Google play, as well as the Amazon App Store have applications you may download to turn your phone into a mobile hotspot. With that being said, it may not be able to be used at the time of tethering. I'm not sure you would have to contact the application support that you would like to purchase for download to figure out the quirks of it. « Show Less
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I have tried hooking mine up to my system and it is not supported anymore, therefore I have it hooked int my XP system only.If you can find more info please let others know.Sorry about that, I still enjoy using mine, people think I'm crazy not putting my info on my phone. But I like my security of not having it online.
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You would have to contact boost mobile and ask them because I don't know how Boost mobile works.
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go to cellphonesignal.com and search for tethering. This will give a link to a very comprehensive recipe for tethering your laptop to your phone via Bluetooth. http://www.cellphonesignal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1003&highlight=tethering is the link. This works for T-Mobile. I don't know who your carrier is so this might be a complete waste of time. I tether my N78-3 and N900 using the USB cable with excellent results on my laptop but with patchy results on my desktop. Go figure. I do it through Nokia PC Suite.
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Not built-in, but there are various tethering apps out there--I use one called "Easy Tether," which I got from the Amazon Appstore, on this phone, and it works fine.
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I am going to be honest. I would call the company on their 800 number and ask them, as I don't see how you would get the cell phone connected to the Boostaroo. I have mine hooked into my computer and use it for listening that way. I am sure there HAS to be an answer for you. There's got to be a way to do this. I'm just not tech-savy enough to know how to! Good luck!
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I sent mine back because it was not compatible with boost mobile. I believe all you have to do is buy a sim card from the carrier you want, then you can activate it. I hope this helps.
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Does the booster work for improving data coverage too? I have Tmobile and live in a rural area so my coverage mostly stays on the edge network.I definately need at least 3G on my cell. Thanks
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I sent my phone back b/c could not get software for transferring files over usb working with Windows 8 or 7. I did however get wi fi hooked up. It worked, had a limited browser. I'm not a gamer but it might have had some games. It's not an android so you would not be able to get android stuff.
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If I'm correct - boost is GsM and sprint cDma. So, you may have to google that but if that's the case a cdma phone isn't compatible with gsm.
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Boost mobile only jus ah nice temp phone I got it untill I can replace my main phone nice n small fit in pocket or purse no prob
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Hi, if it specifically states "Boost Mobile", it can only be used with Boost Mobile!!!However, sometimes you can find tech experts that can "unblock" the phone so that you can use other carriers!!!Don't buy one of these phones to unblock unless you know of someone who can do it!!!That being said, carriers that support this phone will usually have their name in the title when you're searching for these phones!!! If it's a Boost, it'll list Boost, if it's Verizon, it'll list Verizon, etc.!!! Good luck!!!
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I am not sure I understand your question. Can it be setup as a wifi hotspot? Or can it connect to wifi hotspots? Yes, it can pick up any wifi. As far as setting it up AS A hotspot, I believe it can. I have had a Galaxy Note 1, 2, 3 and the S4 phones, Galaxy Note 3 7" and 10" tablets. I have seen the hotspot setup on all of them. I personally have not used that function.
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Hello Ana,I bought it to use in my line with Boost! I don't remember if it was an unlocked device because I was looking for Boost Cell phones. When performing a search write UNLOCKED CELL PHONES and I believe that will help you narrowing it down a bit! It's a good phone, no complaints! Ciao ...
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There is a place to plug in a SIM. It just needs power to work, and will broadcast wifi with any power. so even a usb wall charger will power it. If you plug into a laptop the computer can connect directly through USB.
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thank you! I got this phone for my sons for Christmas. I don't plan on adding a data plan to their account, but there is wifi available everywhere they go: home, school, grandma's, friends', etc. Let me clarify something though: If there is no wifi available, will they still be able to talk and text? (that is all they need it for outside of wifi)