phone to computer?

[Dirtdigger]

Is it possible to connect my droid phone to a laptop and use the internet that way?

[DTro]

Yes, but it will cost you depending on your usage or montly plan.

[LMITOUT]

pdanet....it's free

Somewhat limited (can't load https websites unless you pay for the full version, but still functional enough to use). Did I mention free?

[Dirtdigger]

Thanks guys!

[pureinsanity]

Im not sure about the droid. But I believe with the droid you have to purchase the 30 dollar plan am I wrong? This meaning you have unlimited data. So data shouldnt be an issue?

I know my HTC Touch Pro 2 can be turned into a Wifi Router. It east the battery but I have just left it plugged in and had multiple cells and 2 computers using my phone as a WiFi hotspot.

Dtro is the droid capable of that? or do you need to usb the phone to the computer?

I also found a neat little app that remotely lets me view my phones contents via browser and wifi. Basically turns my phone into a wireless shared drive. pretty slick!

[pureinsanity]

In your app market search the keyword "Tether" than you should find what you are looking for

[DTro]

With Verizon you have to purchase a data plan with a smartphone. Period.

To legally tether your phone to your PC or laptop, you have to purchase another plan which is an extra $15.

With phones such as the Droid X you can actually turn it into a wifi hotspot this way and connect multiple devices.

PDAnet is an option, but might violate your carriers terms of service (read illegal)

[Scott K]

With Verizon you have to purchase a data plan with a smartphone. Period.

To legally tether your phone to your PC or laptop, you have to purchase another plan which is an extra $15.

With phones such as the Droid X you can actually turn it into a wifi hotspot this way and connect multiple devices.

PDAnet is an option, but might violate your carriers terms of service (read illegal)

It is $20/month now through Verizon for wireless hotspot. Up to 3 computers can use it at one time. It includes 2 gb data, then normal charges per mb apply above that amount.