Cord cutter.... Tips and tricks on setups

Mods, Please leave this open for a bit and then merge it to the stickie. It will help some people and a new discussion is needed.


I have work with XBMC for a long time (Camelot days). XBMC changed it's name to KODI for those who did not know that. It's a great tool, and now with apps like slingtv, Now you can really cut back..... EXCEPT FOR INTERNET.

Here are some solutions for you:

1- use your unlimited data on your cell phone.


Yes, you can do it several ways and not have internet at all. I switched a long time ago.

Option 1- Requires cell phone(android is my example) w unlimited data and a windows computer/laptop. Need a USB


- Install PDANET onto your phone and pay for it. $8

- Install PDANET onto windows.


- open PDANET on your phone. select "hide tethering" and then select "USB Tethering"


- Connect your cell phone to the computer with the USB cable. the PDANET should see the cell phone and ask you to select your option.... (just click on the pop up). Select "Connect USB"


At this point, you now turn your computer into an access point. It's called an ad hoc wireless network. Here is a link to explain the process PRIO TO WINDOWS 10.


Prior to windows 10


Here is the set up for windows 10:


Windows 10


This is the method I am using right now. With this set up, I am running KODI, Netflix, SlingTV on an android TV box. With decent LTE service, I have not had an issue.

OPTION 2- Requires an Android TV box that has an IMEI


This is not easy to find. IF you can find one, please link to this page so others can enjoy this option.

Once you purchase it, simply call your cell provider and add a line.



OPTION 3- Screen cast W/O a router.


This one is pretty easy too. Purchase something like a screen beam 2.