Recent content by kpnm

I have rooted my phone using the "auto" method posted in the forum. And other than flashing ClockworkMod Recovery, I have not installed any other system-level files. So I guess I am running a "rooted" version of the stock ROM, correct? My understanding is that I will not receive the OTA...

Google "Verizon Crackdown Wireless Tether" and you'll find articles claiming that Wireless Tether and PdaNET are being blocked for phones with AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile.

I am not an industry insider by any means. But paulmike3 raises a good point. Verizon is considering new business models now that they have 4G devices with tethering ability... they are now in a position to compete directly with cable and DSL providers for home internet access. This makes...

Yup, I'm rooted. Installed it fine a few days ago. Decided to start over from scratch because I'm new to this whole process. Clean install this morning went smoothly for everything (root explorer, titanium backup, shootme) but lo-and-behold I can't get my wireless tether app back. I am...

Hmmm... was able to download other apps through the online market without an issue. Starting to think this app has indeed been blocked by Verizon.

Thanks for the pointer! Never used the online market before, and I just tried configuring it appropriately. When I try to install this app, however, I get a message saying "This Item Not Available On Your Carrier". I'll keep poking around to see if I'm doing something wrong...

Tried to find the "Wireless Tether for Root Users" app, but it seems to have disappeared from the market. Anyone else notice this? Wondering if it's a temporary glitch, or if the Verizon gods have somehow banned it. Any thoughts on where to find it now?

Hi everyone. Been lurking around the forums for a couple of weeks since picking up my new Thunderbolt. I appreciate all of the time and energy you (the community and especially the site moderators) have put into providing such a wealth of information. Grabbed the bull by the horns today and...