Poll: Future G1 owners, how much do you want tethering

[secrecyguy]

Someone got a good poll at another forum so I decided to copy and paste it here to. This poll will last 25 days before G1 get released.

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Just curious to see how much demand there is for a Tethering app. Is it something you are willing to pay for or will you just wait it out for a free app?

[androidmaddy]

Someone got a good poll at another forum so I decided to copy and paste it here to. This poll will last 25 days before G1 get released.

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Just curious to see how much demand there is for a Tethering app. Is it something you are willing to pay for or will you just wait it out for a free app?

"Someone"? Isn't that you yourself? Kinda difficult to hide your identity with same screen names, you know...

Anyway, I voted there already. Tethering is critical for my G1 to reach it's max potential.

[ren857]

I've never tethered with any of my previous phones, so I can do without it. But if there is an app for it, and it's free, I'll probably use it.

[ewdi]

I don't mind paying 30 bucks for no cap and unlimited

[Jaxidian]

I'd pay $100 for an app and/or unrestricted permission to do this. That would make my G1 worth a whole lot more for me!

[DesignDawg]

I wouldn't pay for it, because I've never needed it. But if it was free, I would download it and try it out to make sure it was there in case I ever needed it for any reason. That said, if someone comes out with one that costs money, someone else will come out with one that doesn't, so I'm in no hurry for it.

[rawskilz]

this app is not important enought for me..but then again if its free i wud mess wid it

[refused9150]

Cricket and there slow data cards are $40. And they don't have service anywhere.

[missxoash]

I realize this may be a dumb question, but what exactly is tethering?

[Skatturbrain]

Question: What Does Tethering Mean?
A visitor has written in asking to learn more about what the word tethering means and how it applies to cell phones.
Answer: In relation to cell phone use, tethering has two definitions and both can apply to mobile professionals' use of their cell phone.

1. The first definition of tethering refers to using a cell phone as a modem for your laptop or PDA. Creating a connection either with cables or wirelessly "tethers" your cell phone to your other mobile device. When reading User Agreements for cell phone service providers make sure to pay attention if the Agreement prohibits the use of "tethering your cell phone" or using your cell phone in a "tethered capacity".
   If you do not have a cell phone service package that allows you to use your cell phone as a modem you could be in violation of your User Agreement and lose your service. You may also find that you have incredibly high bills for your connection time.
2. The second definition of tethering for cell phones refers to using a safety strap or lanyard to keep your cell phone securely connected to you or your laptop case. Safety tethers can be made from a variety of materials and many have retractable cords which means you don't have to disconnect the cell phone from the tether in order to use it.
   For those who like to keep their cell phone handy but worry that a belt clip or pouch is not going to be secure enough, a cell phone tether is a wise solution.

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