You can set up your phone as an internet ‘hotspot’, creating an internet source that other devices can connect to – things like computers, tablets or even other phones.
There are three ways to connect other devices to your phone hotspot:
Wi-fi - connect using wi-fi internet (as if connecting to a modem)
Bluetooth - connect by pairing your devices
USB - connect by plugging in a USB cable
Keep an eye on your data
A word of warning for first-time hotspotters: it’s worth tracking your data usage closely – you can keep an eye on it using the Belong app.
If you’re streaming video on a linked device, consider lowering the streaming quality settings to reduce the data drain.
Setting up a hotspot
The instructions for setting up a hotspot are different depending on the type of device you’re using:
Tips
Keep your devices plugged in and charging while you’re tethering.
Turn off your tethering connections when you’re not using them to save on battery charge.
The range for a wi-fi hotspot is about 8–10 metres.
Use a USB cable for a faster connection.
You can’t tether an Android device to an Apple computer using a USB connection.