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[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Ainz_Ooal_Gown:
i just copy and pasted Boost Zone from stock NDC.....and doesn't 7.2, 7.3, 8.0 come with the app already installed? and you can just Google the updated one and install it with root browser
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Phr3d13:
I'm not finding sprint zone 4.7.017 anywhere on the internet, and i looked through the WickedX zips i have (7.3 and 8.0) and didn't see it in those either. Does anyone have a copy they could toss into their dropbox?
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Phr3d13:
ok, i fixed my own issue. apparently TB restored it to "/system/app/". It needed to be in "/system/priv-app"
[Sprint Samsung Galaxy S III] Ainz_Ooal_Gown:
lol the simple mistakes TB will make and sorry i didn't reply sooner i would have shared my version of the app
[Sprint LG G3] hayabusa1300cc:
Here is a method I discovered through lots of trial and effort, soft bricking my device at least five times before I found success.

Yes I was desperate.

*Disclaimer: Do not do this if you are not comfortable with flashing your phone. You assume the risk.

** Special thanks to justinswidebody for providing the Services.odex file

Things you need to know.

A. Backup EVERYTHING, as Internal Storage will be wiped out in this process

B. You will need your MSL code to perform an RTN reset (You'll need this for provisioning apps as well as tether accessibility)

1. [ LINK ] Use this Restore thread and download all the links to the dll, flash tool, tot file and phone drivers. Use this restore thread to restore your phone back to FACTORY, WITHOUT PROVISION. (A little tip I discovered, is when flash tool says waiting for connection, do not unplug. Instead in device manager under modem, right click the LG modem and select disable, then enable and device should start flashing)

2. [ LINK ] Download Stump root 1.0.1 (works great for me) to root your device

3. [ LINK ] Download the Services.odex file to your device

4. Install your root browser of your choice (I use ES FILE EXPLORER)

5. Change permissions of SYSTEM to R/W

6. Move the Services.odex file to /SYSTEM folder in root folder of the device /

7. Change permissions of Services.odex to RW- R-- R--

_____Read___Write

Owner_[X]_____[X]

Group _[X]

Other__[X]

8. Copy and paste Services.odex to /Framework folder, and overwrite the existing file. Your phone should soft reboot now.

9. Notice how you no longer have carrier provision, including option for tether under Settings/Connectivity/More. Use the ##RTN# code in the dialer, and choose reset. Here you will use your MSL code to proceed.

10. Your phone will now reset, and provision, restoring the carrier bloat and options for tethering. Now that this is down, the modded Services.odex is locked in. My experience is that, changing this file after provisionining results in a boot loop, everytime.

11. Now configure your Tether settings in Setting/Connectivity/More

12. [ LINK ] download jtether app to turn on hotspot and enjoy!
[Sprint LG G3] jph8tr:
Nice work! Thanks.

it might be easier to buy or obtain https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.snclab.wifitetherrouter&hl=en ?
[Sprint LG G3] hayabusa1300cc:
I tried the other WiFi hotspot and couldn't get it to work properly, after it installed the binaries, it caused LTE connecting to keep resetting, but this one you link to may work

But glad someone tried it and and had success as well !
[Sprint LG G3] aheeejd:
Is this app actually working for you, without changing any files etc? Install app, open & give root access & done yeah?

Sent from my LGLS990 using Xparent Green Tapatalk 2
[Sprint LG G3] comzee:
Yes I use the same app, it is important to use "2 - Android Version 4.2 or Higher" option under "method". Other then that works like a charm.

Not sure why everyone is trying so desperately to get the stock tethering working when apps work fine?
[Sprint LG G3] tareyaz:
Wifi Hotspot

Just loaded the wifi app and it's working just fine for now.
[Sprint LG G3] aheeejd:
I just bought the app, did the #2 setting there & my Nexus 5 isn't seeing it. Was wondering, you guys literally using a tether, like for a laptop, or us this a hot spot to & I'm just not setting it up right. I gave it SU permission, just can't see it.

Sent from my LGLS990 using Xparent Green Tapatalk 2
[Sprint LG G3] chadbdurham:
See if it's an ad-hoc network that it's broadcasting. That's really the problem with all the other apps is if it uses the ad-hoc function that phones are going to see. Your computer would be able to see it though.
[Sprint LG G3] aheeejd:
Found this through the apps settings, & followed the top one, rebooted & it is working now. I didn't really play with settings, but I must have checked or unchecked something but anyway,

Sent from my LGLS990 using Xparent Green Tapatalk 2
[Sprint LG G3] Micronads:
Working for me so far. I got a call while on it, the tether dropped and phone rang. After call tether re connected and all was good.
[Sprint LG G3] ajr0312:
On the tether app, will work on 3g and LTE without resetting phone or data?
[Sprint LG G3] aheeejd:
Anyone else noticing phone getting pretty warm, noticeably so, when using the app. Could be normal I'm not sure. And, I'm not sure if its the app or the phone, but this is the strongest hot spot I've ever used. Runs Netflix flawlessly. All other devices & hot spot would work, but this thing is like wifi at home. Well worth the $2.50 I paid for sure!

Sent from my LGLS990 using JellyBombed Tapatalk 2
[Sprint LG G3] EllGuapo:
I seem to remember some chatter back on the G2 forums, about people getting service-cancellations when using these 3rd-party tethering apps, as Sprint can somehow detect them being used; the exploit to get the built-in tethering working didn't result in any bother from Sprint. I'm curious to see how it turns out here, or if it would depend on how many GB you end up using via tether.
[Sprint LG G3] piaa_nissan:
I found it interesting when I switched over to the new $100 Family plan it automatically added Hotspot to the account and is not showing an extra charge. I'm assuming they don't mind if I tether over the 20GB +2GB per line as it would put more money in their pocket.
[Sprint LG G3] chconser:
Yup, I can confirm this. They canceled my line for unauthorized tethering and were able to verify the use of Foxfi on that phone. Since then, I religiously only use the built-in tethering hack (where available [emoji6]) and haven't had a problem since. But, as always, YMMV.
[Sprint LG G3] fgcchevy:
Were u charged an early termination fee?
[Sprint LG G3] chconser:
They did state they could have hit me with it, but were "kind" enough to waive it because of my tenure. So no, I wasn't.
[Sprint LG G3] EllGuapo:
That's what I was thinking. It's tempting to try this app but I don't want to lose my line. Wish they would just give a warning first.

So you came back later / signed up fresh?
[Sprint LG G3] chconser:
Actually, they did send a warning letter stating that unauthorized tethering was a violation of TOS & if it continued my line would be terminated. At that point, I began to use Foxfi very sparingly & would uninstall it anytime I wasn't using it. I thought I might be able to do that as a workaround, but obviously that didn't work & they sent me another letter a month or two later telling me that line would be canceled. I had four other lines & that one wasn't completely necessary, so I wasn't too worried about losing it.
[Sprint LG G3] EllGuapo:
Ah thanks for the clarification. It is good to know a warning probably would be issued before cancellation. Do you know how much GB you were originally hotspotting? I rarely need it, probably would do more than 1GB a month, but I can see their concern on people sucking down multiple gigs without paying the extra fee.
[Sprint LG G3] chconser:
About 8 GB/mo. Although some months were less than 3, others maybe as much as 15-20.
[Sprint LG G3] egeek1:
Sprint was able to detect your use of the Foxfi Hotspot. Would the same be true for the FoxFi USB Tether?
[Sprint LG G3] chconser:
I would have to say yes, they can. The impression this experience left upon me was that Sprint is able to conclusively see certain apps a customer has installed on their phone and also how much data throughput a particular app has associated with it. BUT, as I said before, YMMV.
[Sprint LG G3] egeek1:
delete
[Sprint LG G3] egeek1:
After flashing stock firmware and rebooting it starts provising immediately. Then when i try to overwrite downloaded:highfive: services.odex, as you said it would, it bootloops. Anyway to stop it from provisioning immediatley after firmware flash?
[Sprint LG G3] hayabusa1300cc:
The files are in the tot file, for some they don't get installed which is what we want here. Maybe give it another flash
[Sprint LG G3] gottria:
Mine seems to heat up also. Just rooted and installed the app, tested it for 2-3 minutes and the phone did get warmer, not hot but warmer. I'll try it out over the next few days and see.
[Sprint LG G3] darmac:
Play services crash

Followed the directions and now the play store crashes every time. Keeps asking me for my password and says it can't connect to play store. My backed up file is gone...data works, voice works, just can't use the store. Any help?
[Sprint LG G3] Sakuenn:
I cleared my download manager. Had the same issue. My problem with the app is only stays connected with data for like 10 mins and stops. I messaged the developer and he gave me a couple of suggestions but no good for me. He just told me it's probably my device. =\
[Sprint LG G3] pcandpc:
Hi,

This works nicely for the hotspot except for the followings:

1. Google Wallet does not work.

2. Short cut keys such as *2 for Sprint Customer Care on the dial pad do not work.

Are you aware of these? I don't know what other services/features might have been affected.

Thanks.
[Sprint LG G3] papote777:
I know how to enable hotspot

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For sprint
[Sprint LG G3] vincey2kr1:
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=oBxYKuxntSg is this for real? Anyone try this
[Sprint LG G3] papote777:
yes it is it works

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just open shortcut master and go to the menu and click search.

write apn and search, then press where it say com.lge.hiddenmenu.vzw_only.ApnSettings and then press Launch.

Then another window is going to show up and press in internet, now scroll down where it say APN type and you will see default,mms. just add ,dun.

like this default,mms,dun and press on the menu and save that all try it it works

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here are the steps
[Sprint LG G3] papote777:
view attach
[Sprint LG G3] engine95:
I tried it for Sprint and no love. But it got my Wi-Fi tether app to work. Gonna mess with it more to see why the app works now.

Edit. Nevermind. Still no love. I cannot get the app to work. Weird.
[Sprint LG G3] papote777:
I am doing a factory reset to verify what I miss ok

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I just wipe my phone and did the step and it work
[Sprint LG G3] Henri Blanche:
Greetings All!

Okay, I'm confused. I could activate Hotspot the moment I first turned on the phone. I just assumed that I would be charged an enormous amount since I didn't purchase an actual hotspot plan. Sort of the same way I get charged twenty-five cents eacj for an International text message because I don't pay the monthly ten dollar fee for unlimited International text messages.

I assume the widget solution would bypass Sprint and just consume data; but surely the shortcut solution really doesn't avoid Sprint's wrath?

Am I missing something here?

Cheers, Henri
[Sprint LG G3] papote777:
no the widget is just a shortcut to get to the Hotspot it just faster. You could do it from the setting menu and is the same. I erase my phone and did it the same way and it works. I did this about two month ago and sprint has not charge me extra. That's why I went and share it
[Sprint LG G3] treezy26:
OK so I tried this method and it apparently works. But my question now is...will sprint know about this?

Oh and how do I revert it if I decide I want to? Do I just delete the ",dun"?
[Sprint LG G3] papote777:
No sprint won't know and yes if you erase ,dun it would go back and hotspot wont work
[Sprint LG G3] treezy26:
Ok so I have been using this method since earlier and it worked fine. I tried just now and its not working anymore. Idk what happened but it prompts me to subscribe for the hotspot. Well I guess its a hit and miss situation.

Update: OK so I went back to check if it stuck and noticed that the ,dun is not there anymore. So with this "mod" do we have to change it every time we decide to use the hotspot? I pressed save after changing it the first time I used it so I'm thinking it doesn't stick once you stop using the hotspot...???
[Sprint LG G3] papote777:
Thats weird my stick
[Sprint LG G3] Texas501:
It works for me

papote777's method is currently working for me. :good:
[Sprint LG G3] drancid:
this is what my G3 says when I try to enable hotspot.

"Network error

unable to connect to data network.

You may not subscribed to the data

plan for hotspot or USB tether service.

Do you want to see subscribe options?"
[Sprint LG G3] treezy26:
That's what mine said the second time I used it. So I checked to see if it stuck and it didn't. Check and see if yours stuck. If not your probably like me and have to redo it every time you want to use the hotspot.

Update: OK I'm just tried mine and it worked. Didn't have to change it. So...idk well all I can say is check to see if it stuck and if not idk???
[Sprint LG G3] drancid:
It works after a reboot!

Sprint won't find out if we use this trick now? :thumbup:
[Sprint LG G3] egeek1234:
Works like a charm.
[Sprint LG G3] Henri Blanche:
What I don't understand is that while I do not have Hotspot in my current plan I can enable Hotspot without any tweaking. And it works as I can see the WiFi SSID in other devices. Why does everyone else have to go the procedure outlined in this thread and I don't? Any ideas regarding what would happen if I actually connected and started to consume some data?
[Sprint LG G3] billr979:
Big thx for ur help

Thx again
[Sprint LG G3] unclejoshc:
Ok, so the wifi tether is active, but what is the password? I tried the phone number which is what the default was on my Samsung Galaxy, but it didnt work here and I dont know where to access this information on my G3.

Thanks.
[Sprint LG G3] chconser:
Working perfectly and sticks after reboot. No problems here. Thanks for this!
[Sprint LG G3] egeek1:
Thanks Papote777. nice find. works perfectly.
[Sprint LG G3] Knightbird68:
Original Services.odex

Does anyone have the original services.odex file? I replaced mine and didn't make a backup, now I can't update my prl, profile, or even enable wifi calling?

If someone can post a link for download or email it to me, I'd appreciate it.
[Sprint LG G3] engine95:
Here ya go. https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B0okm-Hfdt8YaGR6OTZ3ZUVIZms/edit?usp=docslist_api
[Sprint LG G3] unclejoshc:
Still can't connect even though the hotspot is clearly running using jtehter app without the password. I downloaded Wi-Fi tether app and it lets me set the password for this it, says it is running and even has upload and download data but my wifi device doesnt see when using this app. I turn app off and use jtether and immediatly pops up to connect but asks for password which I don't have. Very frustrating. :confused:
[Sprint LG G3] iaccax:
the Android tether work great no special settings just install and go
[Sprint LG G3] solidus636:
this method does not work. i am using the newest version of the update and the newest kit kat. any ideas?
[Sprint LG G3] EllGuapo:
Works!

Holy crap, I forgot all about the old Google-developed tether app. I just installed the last Beta version, from July 2013, and it is working for me! I just pulled in 20 MB down and 10 up on my laptop, via my G3 running the tether. If anyone else needs a link, here is the one I downloaded:

https://code.google.com/p/android-w...tail?name=wifi_tether_v3_3-beta2.apk&can=2&q=

Thanks a lot for the reminder, this is a simple solution, seems to work fine.
[Sprint LG G3] UndecidedlyTalented:
Interesting!!! Im downloading now
[Sprint LG G3] UndecidedlyTalented:
Tested last night, works well
[Sprint LG G3] unclejoshc:
No go for me. Not sure what I am doing wrong. The only wifi app that works is jbtether and since I don't have a password, it is useless to me.:confused:
[Sprint LG G3] EllGuapo:
I am not sure what to tell you. The one I linked above works fine for me with default settings. When I used it I was on 4G, haven't tested on 3g, perhaps that is part of it. Obviously you must be rooted for it to work, maybe reboot first too.
[Sprint LG G3] justinkyleo:
The shortcut master apn edit works great for me. Only works when on 4g though, no 3g love. Sticks on reboot and easily reversible...good find.

Finally added ",dun" on both the "internet" and "cinet.spcs"... stock tether working in 3g and 4g service areas.
[Sprint LG G3] unclejoshc:
I am rooted, have rebooted numerous times and the setting for both APNs has the ,dun but I do not have the tethering option avaiblable under settings. I followed the video on YouTube plus the directions in the thread exactly but it just isnt working for me.
[Sprint LG G3] EllGuapo:
Oh, you're still trying to get the built-in hotspot working? No solution on that, so I'd roll back all those changes and just simply install the APK I linked above, hit the tether button, and go. It's really simple, and seems like the best option for this phone. I would have tried it earlier but remember it wouldn't ever work on the G2.
[Sprint LG G3] unclejoshc:
Tried it and while the app runs and says it is tethering, no other device I own will pick it up as a wifi option.
[Sprint LG G3] Texas501:
tether apps did not work for me either

This worked for me.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBxYKuxntSg&list=FLH2R531RY0ughYavILtMy7w&index=3
[Sprint LG G3] unclejoshc:
I tried that. No luck.
[Sprint LG G3] conmebol:
ShortcutMaster solution worked for me also.
[Sprint LG G3] Knightbird68:
No Tether or Hotspot menu option?

I created a shortcut to turn the hotspot on and off, and this appears to work. However, I cannot find a menu option for it so that I can configure it.

Can anyone help me figure out how to make the Hotspot option appear in my settings menu?
[Sprint LG G3] tareyaz:
Hotspot toggle

Download Hotspot Toggle from Play store :good:
[Sprint LG G3] slyest12:
You have to manually set up your password. Go to Settings, More, then long press Wi-Fi Hotspot. You can name it whatever you like, and change the password to whatever you like. Hope this gets you going.
[Sprint LG G3] Knightbird68:
Thanks, but as I said, I actually have already done that..

But I don't have a way to CONFIGURE the Hotspot options nor do I have a tether option in any of my menus.

I appreciate the attempted help though!
[Sprint LG G3] justinkyleo:
At what point do your settings differ from these?
[Sprint LG G3] Knightbird68:
At the point that the menu option does not exist...As you can see, when I go into the 'More' menu, there is no tethering options of any kind listed.

I believe all I need to do is figure out how to enable these menu options, but so far this eludes me.
[Sprint LG G3] slyest12:
In the Restore thread in the 4th post (I think), there are instructions that should help you. I assume you've used Flashtool once and now have the stock LG boot animation.

It's essentially doing an RTN, but there is a link for a program that will read your MSL. Once you get your MSL- and I recommend writing it down or emailing it to yourself- dial ##RTN# and reset your phone. You'll have to redo your UI, but you'll get the WiFi Calling, Hotspot and Sprint bloat.

I'm using Tapatalk, hopefully the link below will take you to the thread.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2852042
[Sprint LG G3] unclejoshc:
I can probably guess the answer, but is there anyway to do this without connecting to a PC? My PC will not recognize my phone (or any phone or device through USB)
[Sprint LG G3] Knightbird68:
That did the trick! Thanks Slyest12!

Now, is there any way to change the ip addressing?
[Sprint LG G3] slyest12:
A few things you could try - deleting then reinstalling LG drivers, make sure you've checked the USB debugging option in Developers settings, trying a new cable, or buying a new PC. That last one is generally a little costly, so you might try the other routes first.

How old is your PC? I would guess if you can't get your USB port to recognize any device, your port is either faulty or dirty. Those are replaceable, depending on the type of computer you have. Google is your friend here.

And last thing you could try - call Sprint and talk them into giving you your MSL. That can be done, it just depends on who you speak with and your schmoozing ability. Once you have your MSL, just use the dialer code from my earlier post.
[Sprint LG G3] unclejoshc:
I have done all those things barring the new PC. The ports all works fine, any external drive or input device (mouse, keyboard) works without issue. It is only phones, tablets, etc that won't connect correctly. I have deleted and re-installed the drivers more times than I can count, used approx 6 different cables, and it just wont recognize. I need to re-install Windows because apparently this is a known problem with Windows 7 64 bit but I don't want to lose all my programs, emails, etc.

I have zero schmoozing ability so that is out. I dislike talking to people on the phone.

Thank you for your responses, I do appreciate it. I guess I will have to wait until I can get my Windows problem fixed.
[Sprint LG G3] aheeejd:
And you are going into settings/developer options & turning on USB debugging? And if you see no developer options in your settings then go to About Phone/Software Information/Build Number & tap that real fast 7 or 8 times. You probably already done it, but never hurts to ask...... Hope you get things sorted out

Sent from my LGLS990 using Xparent Green Tapatalk 2
[Sprint LG G3] Texas501:
I read somewhere that someone used a powered usb hub and plugged that into their computer and then plugged their phone into that, and their computer recognized the device. You could give this a try.
[Sprint LG G3] unclejoshc:
Yes I have done that on all my smartphones before trying to connect. It is a Windows 7 problem, not a setting on my phone. I cant connect my tablets or Kindle or any of my 3 Samsung phones either.
[Sprint LG G3] :
Regarding obtaining your MSL, I needed mine after using flashtool. I called Sprint and told them I had a G3 with no WiFi calling app and Spark boot animation. I told them I had read about that problem online. They asked me to try a factory reset first but then gave it to me without any further questions. Just a heads up if it helps.

Sent from my Stump'd & Bump'd Sprint LG G3
[Sprint LG G3] stphnlee:
Yeah, this is the app I used, and it works fine. I paid the $2.50 with money I made from Google Opinions surveys.
[Sprint LG G3] jcfunk:
Also, and probably easiest way to get MSL/SPC is to goto sprint.com and chat with customer service. Just ask for it, say you need to reset your phone. They will just give it to you. Also if you activated from website, it gives you the MSL/SPC with info to manually activate phone.

"Activation code: XXXXXX If your device does not activate automatically, you may need this code"
[Sprint LG G3] thznutz87:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2889436

Working hotspot guide. No tether apps just a simple APN edit and you're done. Native tether unlocked
[Sprint LG G3] scottspa74:
Worked beautifully

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Spoke too soon. Just removed battery and threw in extsdcard, and now everything that says connected can't load a webpage.