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agentmikeyd

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Which tethering app is best to use so att is not aware you are tethering?

Thanks
 
Non the carrier will know if you using tethering but will probably just turn a blind eye if you don't use it that much. mywi is my fav
 
What data plan do you have? I have a 2GB plan and use mywi close to once a week for 50-100 MB each time. Staying under the radar will help.

If you have an unlimited plan and you would expect to use 1GB + per day, expect to get caught.
 
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I wonder if anyone using the commcenter hack has been caught by using the data APN instead.
 
steven5210 said:
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I wonder if anyone using the commcenter hack has been caught by using the data APN instead.
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Doesn't matter. Based on all the data consolidated here, they know. We'd all be on the commcenter hack using Data VPN if that were the case.
 
I've been using the commcenter hack in concert with PDAnet Hide level 1 since I got my first warning text and haven't been flagged since. However, I also changed the TTL on my laptop and jailbroken iPad to 65. Google for instructions and the reasoning behind making that change. There's a thread out there somewhere with a startup script you can enter to have the iPad automatically change the TTL at every startup.

For the record, they are only concerned with unlimited plans.

Another less enticing workaround - supposedly they aren't looking for tethering on edge, so if you don't mind the slower speed, you can do that without any short-term risk.

If you Google "modmyi cracking down", you'll be directed to an extremely comprehensive thread that includes several months of discussion that has lead most of us to these conclusions. It's actually a fascinating read that shows how a group of like-minded individuals can really help each other out.
 
JayHD said:
I've been using the commcenter hack in concert with PDAnet Hide level 1 since I got my first warning text and haven't been flagged since. However, I also changed the TTL on my laptop and jailbroken iPad to 65. Google for instructions and the reasoning behind making that change. There's a thread out there somewhere with a startup script you can enter to have the iPad automatically change the TTL at every startup.

For the record, they are only concerned with unlimited plans.

Another less enticing workaround - supposedly they aren't looking for tethering on edge, so if you don't mind the slower speed, you can do that without any short-term risk.

If you Google "modmyi cracking down", you'll be directed to an extremely comprehensive thread that includes several months of discussion that has lead most of us to these conclusions. It's actually a fascinating read that shows how a group of like-minded individuals can really help each other out.
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Hey Jay thanks for the information! So do you have unlimited data or not? As for the commcenter hack are you using this ? http://xsellize.com/topic/95289-commcenter-patch-by-wortel-4all4-update/
I've tried the TTL and also used a VPN last time and I still got a text like 4 weeks later.
 
steven5210 said:
Hey Jay thanks for the information! So do you have unlimited data or not? As for the commcenter hack are you using this ? http://xsellize.com/topic/95289-commcenter-patch-by-wortel-4all4-update/
I've tried the TTL and also used a VPN last time and I still got a text like 4 weeks later.
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Yes, that is the commcenter patch. You would need to run it after every restart unless you install a startup script to change it on each boot.

I have unlimited and got one warning in April. I haven't seen a single claim from ANYONE that they had a 2 gig plan and got the warning.

I don't believe the VPN protects you. Which app were you using prior to your warning? I'm going to assume MyWi or pre-hide PDAnet.

I should mention - if you are using this for you primary net access, and using extremely high amounts of data (like, 50 gigs or something), I wouldn't be surprised if they are stretching their legal limits and taking a closer look at your usage. And honestly, at that point, I don't blame them, as that level of usage truly does decrease QOS for other users.
 
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JayHD said:
Yes, that is the commcenter patch. You would need to run it after every restart unless you install a startup script to change it on each boot.

I have unlimited and got one warning in April. I haven't seen a single claim from ANYONE that they had a 2 gig plan and got the warning.

I don't believe the VPN protects you. Which app were you using prior to your warning? I'm going to assume MyWi or pre-hide PDAnet.

I should mention - if you are using this for you primary net access, and using extremely high amounts of data (like, 50 gigs or something), I wouldn't be surprised if they are stretching their legal limits and taking a closer look at your usage. And honestly, at that point, I don't blame them, as that level of usage truly does decrease QOS for other users.
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I see that sucks having to run it everytime I restart. I was just using MyWi that's probably why since it's not native tethering?

I also don't use high amounts of data, the 2nd text I got was for using less than 50mb of data. The only times I actually do tether is when there is no WiFi or internet access available for me.
 
scirica said:
Doesn't matter. Based on all the data consolidated here, they know. We'd all be on the commcenter hack using Data VPN if that were the case.
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Yes, pretty much what scirica said.
People got caught using TetherMe, Mywi, comcenter hack, pdaNet with the super duper secret tethering etc....
Noone is sure how or what the process is used on detecting users that tether unofficially but its a risk. Up to you.
 
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Thanks - are you using Tetherme with no att probs?

Did u use the stock settings or make adjustments
 
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Tc

My question was to nateDeezy regarding his experience with Tetherme

You post adds zero value to this thread
 
agentmikeyd said:
My question was to nateDeezy regarding his experience with Tetherme
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Then quote him if you only want him to answer. That's why there's a quoting feature.

agentmikeyd said:
You post adds zero value to this thread
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I see, only nateDeezy saying there are no adjustment adds value.

There's no need to start a thread if you only want 1 person to respond. Send them a PM next time.

Nothing like a newbie with an attitude.
 
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Tc. Relax a little... Forums
Like these are for many to benefit from info sharing, not just Pming. After you gain some experience here maybe you will understand that.

For that matter are you using tetherme or another app or are you just wasting our time?
 
agentmikeyd said:
For that matter are you using tetherme or are you just wasting out time?
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'out time' - what's that mean? Are you now speaking for others?

Wasting 'out' time? Starting a thread about a topic that's been discussed dozens of times, now that's wasting 'out' time.

Yes, I use Tetherme. What's your point?

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Like these are for many to benefit from info sharing, not just Pming.
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Nice edit of your original post.

I see, I shared but you wanted an answer from just one person. Make your mind up.
 
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Jeez, TC you really need to lighten up. As an old WM forums user I have seen little Neros like you who just drag down the benefit of these discussions. I for one could have used NateD's response to mikeys question, as I am a recent iPhone convert and JB'er.

Next time just provide your own experience or stay out of it...
 
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Again calm down little man. It's obvious that those reading this thread are interested in whether ATT is hitting them for tethering...
 
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Why dont u just state ur experience? Your posts are comic relief at most...

We will just wait for a real forum participant to share their knowledge of this topic.

Enjoy your day TC
 
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agentmikeyd said:
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Why dont u just state ur experience? Your posts are comic relief at most...

We will just wait for a real forum participant to share their knowledge of this topic.

Enjoy your day TC
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TC's responses have wasted so much of an otherwise useful thread. thanks for trying Mikey...just another useless poster who just want to point out spelling errors :)
 
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Beyond ur "enlightening" settings comment- tell us about your experience with tetherme
 
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