Complete Newb (unlimited data question)

[CMONEYT8KER]

I have been grandfathered in to the verizon unlimited data plan. Can I get this phone and use it as my primary internet source? Assuming it is unlocked or rooted whatever u call it.

[fogflyer]

Originally Posted by CMONEYT8KER

I have been grandfathered in to the verizon unlimited data plan. Can I get this phone and use it as my primary internet source? Assuming it is unlocked or rooted whatever u call it.

I believe you can root it and tether (wirelessly or wired) without paying for the tethering, or you can pick up an app called Easy Tether that costs 10 bucks and you can use it to tether with a USB cable without being rooted. I used this app on my OG Droid and it worked great. The app is no longer in the market though, but can be purchased on Amazon or elsewhere online.

[ninjataint]

The unlimited data transfers if that is what you are asking. I am pretty sure they don't want you tethering without an extra package

[kelton]

I wonder if "easy tether" (a tether with an actual usb cable) is more disguised than the rooted, wireless hotspot type tethering.

I'm not looking to take advantage of Verizon, but in a pinch, I'd like to be able to email an attached word document

[fogflyer]

Originally Posted by kelton

I wonder if "easy tether" (a tether with an actual usb cable) is more disguised than the rooted, wireless hotspot type tethering.

I'm not looking to take advantage of Verizon, but in a pinch, I'd like to be able to email an attached word document

I never rooted my OG Droid, mainly because I had Easy Tether. I did not use it heavily, but the internet at my work is spotty and would go out often. I would just plug in the Droid and keep going. Used it a few days a month for two years without a problem.

[qonic]

i'm grandfathered in to unlimited also.

[gmhs]

why dont you try foxfi it works good on my bionic you can find it on the market

[pharologst]

I'm grandfathered on the unlimited data, thru two phone changes, and a change in my txt allowances. I was told one would not lose the unlimited data excep if you changed phones (non-smart) that did not use it, or elected to drop it.

[mbentley3]

the only way to use your phone as your main internet source without paying for Verizons hot spot and tether would be to root your device.

I use this one [Only registered users can view links. ].

Keep in mind when doing this that if you are going through large amounts of data monthly there is a chance you will throw up a red flag to Verizon and they can find out you are using a tether app and not paying for their monthly service and hit you with some hefty fees.

[GNex Girl]

Originally Posted by mbentley3

they can find out you are using a tether app and not paying for their monthly service and hit you with some hefty fees.

How can they find out?