indicate if unlimited data covers using the phone as a modem
I connect my mobile to my laptop via bluetooth and then I can get any network services, i.e. email and www. My provider seem to "allow" this to happen and it is a major saving as I do not need to pay for a dongle or additional extras but a colleague of mine cannot do this. I think having this capability is a big plus point if data and mobility are important to you and after all data is data so why should it mater what the originating device is or whether you are after email or the internet?
Including information about whether a network allows tethering or not is a great idea. We’ll definitely be looking into this and how to inform you in the best way possible.
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Tobykenobi commented
"why should it mater what the originating device is?"
Because laptops are likely to use more data than a mobile, eg downloading programs or running online games. Operators want to keep usage down because otherwise they'd have to improve their infrastructure (ie spend money).
So, even if you've bought a data allowance, they don't want you to actually use it! -
Daniel Garraway commented
I'm a heavy data user and would love to see this as tethering for my tablet is my main deciding factor.
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Ryan Hitch commented
Firstly, love the concept and execution! However, one thing I have noticed which is missing (after a single use) - my current contract includes tethered data (ie. using mobile a 3G modem with laptop) - this is crucial (if only occasionally used) feature of my tariff - it's free on O2 contracts, but (as far as I know), all other networks (and indeed, a lot of O2 tariffs) charge extra for this - which can make a difference of close to £100 per year on the tariff cost (it normally seems to clock in at around £7.50 + VAT pcm).
Regards,
Ryan