Learn how to pair two Android phones via Wi-Fi Direct to transfer big files from one device to another at blazing speed. Wi-Fi Direct is a wireless technology that enables users to connect two or more devices directly. There is no need for users to be connected to a hotspot or network. However, this technology will be available on devices running Android 4.0 ICS and greater.
Wi-Fi or 3G/4G internet speed appears to be different on different models and make of Android phones. There are several reasons for bad internet speed on Android devices. It may be due to faulty hardware or software of your device, device specification, poor signal strength, signal congestion and more. However, it is very difficult to identify the real issue.
In Windows 8, there is no straightforward way to delete unused Wi-Fi networks as well as network lists. Also, Microsoft has removed the “Manage Wireless Networks” option from the control panel. If you want to delete unused wireless network profiles or want to manage the list, you can use “netsh” command, if you are a computer geek or go for a simple application called Better Network.
If you don’t have a Wi-Fi router at your home to share internet with your iPhone, Android or tablet PC, you can convert your Windows 7 or Windows 8 Laptop (or any Wi-Fi enabled Windows PC) into a Wi-Fi Hotspot at no extra cost. So you can share your internet connection (Wi-Fi, LAN, Cable Modem, Dial-up, etc.) with any Wi-Fi enabled device such as Laptop, iPhone, Android, wireless printer, etc.
Fast File Transfer is a free application for Android devices that lets you transfer files at speeds like WiFi Direct. It uses Wi-Fi Tethering for establishing connection between devices, but doesn’t require the internet connection to transfer file. Its developer claims a speed of up to 20 times faster than the standard Bluetooth. i.e. this technology allows speeds of more than 32 Mbit/s (which means 1 Gigabyte in under 5 minutes).
Creating a WiFi hotspot (access point)on an Android phone comes in handy in several situations. For example, if one of your friends has an urgent email to send from his phone, but he doesn’t have a data plan on his phone, you can help him by sharing your data plan. In other words, you can simply share your internet connection with your friends and family. All are by creating a Wi-Fi hotspot or by making an access point on your device.