Learn how to use mobile hotspots on your Samsung Galaxy Tab S. Use this feature to share the devices mobile data connection with computers and other devices if an Internet connection is unavailable. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi, USB, or Bluetooth.
Note: You may incur additional charges when using this feature.
Using the mobile hotspot
Use your device as a mobile hotspot to share your devices mobile data connection with other devices.
- On the Apps screen, tap Settings > Connections > Tethering and Mobile hotspot > Mobile hotspot.
- Tap the Mobile hotspot switch to activate it.
- WiFi icon appears on the status bar. Other devices can find your device in the Wi-Fi networks list.
- To set a password for the mobile hotspot, tap and select the level of security. Then, enter a password and tap Save.
- On the other devices screen, search for and select your device from the Wi-Fi networks list.
- On the connected device, use the devices mobile data connection to access the Internet.
Note
This guide will work on all Samsung Galaxy Tab S’s; including Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 and Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5.