Use phone as modem - Samsung Galaxy S4 mini

Before you start

If you are not connected to a Wi-Fi or local network and want to use the Internet on your computer or any other Wi-Fi compatible device, you can use your phone as a modem. This guide shows with a few easy steps how to establish an Internet connection between your phone and your preferred device.

Select Apps

Select Settings

Select More networks

Select Tethering and portable hotspot

Select Portable Wi-Fi hotspot

Turn on Portable Wi-Fi hotspot

Select OK

Select Configure

Enter a password of at least 8 characters and select Save

Wi-Fi hotspot password

Your phone is now set up for use as a modem

Select your phone from the list of Wi-Fi networks on your computer or any other Wi-Fi compatible device and enter your password. To turn off your Hotspot, simply uncheck the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot checkbox.