Hello fellow Galaxy Note users.... I stumbled upon this free hotspot app that does not require root and works flawless....I used it to tether my iPad and I must say it does what it's supposed to.. The app is called Foxfi and can be found in Google Play.... Thought I'd share this just in case your in need of a free hotspot app... Hope everyone enjoys it....
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foxfi
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foxfi