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This article describes how to use an Android phone as a Wi-Fi hotspot. The instructions apply to Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel smartphones, but should also work on other Android phones. How to Make ...

Two of the biggest problems with mobile hotspot are high battery consumption and possible connection issues. So first thing for you to check if if your device has heated up considerably, and if so, ...

Several Samsung, Google Pixel, and OnePlus users on Verizon have reported that their phones’ hotspot feature stopped working after their respective Android 14 updates. Workarounds suggested include ...

Turning on your Android phone's hotspot in a sticky situation can be an absolute lifesaver, such as when working on a project in a public setting where Wi-Fi isn't completely secure (or potentially ...

Android’s hotspot tools are built for speed, but the real test is how quickly you can share a connection when your phone is still locked in your pocket or bag. With the right settings and a bit of ...

Last year, Android 15 brought some of the neat features to its users, one of which is Instant Hotspot. Although support for the feature wasn’t initially available on Samsung devices, that’s going to ...