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How to delete saved wifi connection?

On my S5, all saved wifi connections were visible in the wifi settings page. On the S7, it seems that only the connections within range are visible. If you go into the data usage / restrict networks, every saved wifi connection is displayed, but there is no way to delete them from there. It seems that there is no way to delete a saved wifi connection once it goes out of range. Anyone know how to do this?

bimmerdriver said:
...On the S7, it seems that only the connections within range are visible. I...
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Exactly the same issue here. Anyone got any workarounds (non-root)? Third party apps don't seem to work. Pretty ridiculous that you can't forget a saved network and causes a serious issue for me: I have to change my password at work and can't forget the WiFi AP before getting to the office so I'm locked out of my work account...

It is a bit annoying but I can't see how it's a problem?
How are you locked out of your work account?
You can change password when you are in range.
What's the other issue?

jarayn said:
It is a bit annoying but I can't see how it's a problem?
How are you locked out of your work account?
You can change password when you are in range.
What's the other issue?
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The problematic are Hotel / Airport / etc. Hotspots...
When i received my S7 i "load" an backup from my old android phone... I few days earlier i returned from a long holiday trip and so the "restore-backup" created a lot of hotspots an my S7 i never never need and i'm not able to delete ....
(OK - i can start for a second trip, visit all places and delete hotspot when connected... ) <-- ironic

jarayn said:
It is a bit annoying but I can't see how it's a problem?
How are you locked out of your work account?...
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We use exchange authentication for WiFi at work. The phone automatically tries to connect using the old password as soon as i'm near the office. Does this three times and locks my ability to use the WiFi. This is before i have chance to see it and forget it in the WiFi settings. Such a simple omission in the UX makes this even an more annoying issue.

Yeah OK the work thing sounds a bit troublesome. I would turn off wifi before I go then turn it on when I'm ready and forget the network before it connects.
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The holiday wifi hotspot thing i don't get still.
Why is that a problem? You can't see the networks anyway. Is it just an ocd thing?

well you have a drastic option, if nothing else works
go settings>backup and reset>reset network settings
this will erase all your wifi, as well as all bluetooth and data connections saved
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wegiwegi said:
well you have a drastic option, if nothing else works
go settings>backup and reset>reset network settings
this will erase all your wifi, as well as all bluetooth and data connections saved
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just done that myself, all my connections disappeared, it works fine, you should try that
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The problem with the holiday Hotspots is at least not a real problem... But I don't like this.
I would prefer a function to delete Hotspots even when I'm not connected to them...
(maybe it is small security issue, because a common SSID can be used to connect with my phone...)

Wifi Manager - choose Known network, then remove.

I reported this to Samsung support. That's the only way to get them to fix it. The more people report it, the more likely they are to fix it sooner.
As for whether it's a "problem", I suppose it's not immediately a show stopper. However, after only a couple of weeks, I accumulated a lot of hotspots that clutter up the restrict networks page. Who knows, if too many build up it could cause an problem. There is no reason for Samsung to have implemented it in this way. I've never seen a device (mobile or pc) that did this.

lost_ said:
Wifi Manager - choose Known network, then remove.
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Thanks, but Android 6 only allows you to forget those networks that you've connected to using the same app. So you can only forget those that you connected to with WiFi Manager, not the in-built settings.

do7slash said:
Thanks, but Android 6 only allows you to forget those networks that you've connected to using the same app. So you can only forget those that you connected to with WiFi Manager, not the in-built settings.
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Edit: you're correct. I think root and find where file or db that stores the SSID would be the next option.
Edit 2: Get a root editor, backup /data/misc/wifi/wpa_supplicant.conf, then edit it to either remove the entire SSID entry, or set autojoin to 0. There may be root apps that does this.
The plain text passwords are also stored in that supplicant file.
I don't think there is any non-root solution until Samsung changes the Wifi settings to show out-of-range SSIDs. I agree that it is silly for it to not do have this feature at all.

2 solutions so far (?)
Hi,
if you have a non rooted S7 there is no build in possibility to delete the saved wifi connections if you are out of range. Samsung has to fix this in my opinion.
With Marshmallow you can only delete wifi networks with the same app you created them, so third party apps like wifi manager do not work. So far there might be two solutions which work, both are far away from being perfect.
- First solution is to delete ALL network connections...and start from the beginning (1. Go to settings -> 2. Bakup and reset -> 3. Reset network settings -> 4. Follow on screen instructions)...including bluetooth etc.
- Second solution is not fine either. Take a third party app like wifi manager from Kostya on play store and list all known networks. Then set up a (fake) wifi access point with the SSID you want to delete. Once they are in range, you can delete the saved wifi connection. You have to repeat this for every SSID you want to delete.
Best regards,
Alexander

jarayn said:
Yeah OK the work thing sounds a bit troublesome. I would turn off wifi before I go then turn it on when I'm ready and forget the network before it connects.
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The holiday wifi hotspot thing i don't get still.
Why is that a problem? You can't see the networks anyway. Is it just an ocd thing?
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Ummm..... maybe cuz stored WiFi networks spew out a wealth of valuable information!!
isc.sans.edu/forums/diary/WiFi+Still+Remains+a+Good+Attack+Vector/21583

lost_ said:
Wifi Manager - choose Known network, then remove.
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can not remove!

I updated my S7 today (with Sprint) to Android 7, and they fixed this. Out-of-range WiFi networks are listed under the "Manage Networks" options and can be removed from there.

Wi-Fi Hotspot bypass

Can anyone recommend a way to bypass the mobile Hotspot authorization or an app they're using to activate the Wi-Fi Hotspot?

GreenLantern said:
Can anyone recommend a way to bypass the mobile Hotspot authorization or an app they're using to activate the Wi-Fi Hotspot?
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Flash Tmobile or Unlocked firmware

ShrekOpher said:
Flash Tmobile or Unlocked firmware
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Does the Tmobile firmware allow the VoLTE? Don't believe the unlocked does, use that frequently just because of bad reception in home.

GreenLantern said:
Does the Tmobile firmware allow the VoLTE? Don't believe the unlocked does, use that frequently just because of bad reception in home.
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I haven't tried the Tmobile firmware on this device, but had no issues on my S7e or my S8+. Didn't have wifi calling though, but I don't use that anyway.

I just flashed the unlocked firmware on it and I could use it just fine.

I'd like to know as well. Don't want to lose volte & Wi-Fi calling by flashing a different firmware.

manny05 said:
I just flashed the unlocked firmware on it and I could use it just fine.
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could you please post the download link for the firmware you used? :good:
and what is the model number on your device?
I have a N950UZKAATT. :fingers-crossed:

funkie.dude said:
could you please post the download link for the firmware you used? :good:
and what is the model number on your device?
I have a N950UZKAATT. :fingers-crossed:
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[GUIDE][Switching Carrier][Flashing Carrier][Flashing Unlocked] SM-N950U/U1
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-8/how-to/guide-sm-n950u-u1-t3685884

Got it working last night using a method I found I think on the S8 section.
Use "BK disabler" and search system for "tether", disable all 3. I have attached a screen shot of them.
Set up your tether options, and make sure to Enable Wi-Fi sharing.
Now try to connect to any Wi-Fi network using a wrong password. While it's trying to connect quickly enable mobile hotspot, then turn off Wi-Fi.
I did it multiple times last night, it worked every time.
if you're looking for just an app then netshare no root tethering works, but since you have to use a proxy, it only allows internet to programs where you can configure proxy settings.

manny05 said:
[GUIDE][Switching Carrier][Flashing Carrier][Flashing Unlocked] SM-N950U/U1
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-8/how-to/guide-sm-n950u-u1-t3685884
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Thanks a lot. i'll give this one a try

ajent said:
Got it working last night using a method I found I think on the S8 section.
Use "BK disabler" and search system for "tether", disable all 3. I have attached a screen shot of them.
Set up your tether options, and make sure to Enable Wi-Fi sharing.
Now try to connect to any Wi-Fi network using a wrong password. While it's trying to connect quickly enable mobile hotspot, then turn off Wi-Fi.
I did it multiple times last night, it worked every time.
if you're looking for just an app then netshare no root tethering works, but since you have to use a proxy, it only allows internet to programs where you can configure proxy settings.
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May I ask what firmware is your AT&T device running?

Hi I updated from BRA8 to CRB8 and lost my ability to have a hotspot. I am using it on AT&T and now have the bloatware. Can anyone help?

I just got the Note 8, updated it all the way. I guess I'm screwed on the hot spot?

JRPY said:
Hi I updated from BRA8 to CRB8 and lost my ability to have a hotspot. I am using it on AT&T and now have the bloatware. Can anyone help?
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BRA8 was working with this hotspot bypass?
Use "BK disabler" and search system for "tether", disable all 3. I have attached a screen shot of them.
Set up your tether options, and make sure to Enable Wi-Fi sharing.
Now try to connect to any Wi-Fi network using a wrong password. While it's trying to connect quickly enable mobile hotspot, then turn off Wi-Fi.

testrak said:
BRA8 was working with this hotspot bypass?
Use "BK disabler" and search system for "tether", disable all 3. I have attached a screen shot of them.
Set up your tether options, and make sure to Enable Wi-Fi sharing.
Now try to connect to any Wi-Fi network using a wrong password. While it's trying to connect quickly enable mobile hotspot, then turn off Wi-Fi.
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Can you share screen shot, it didnt post. Thanks!

JRPY said:
Can you share screen shot, it didnt post. Thanks!
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4358673&d=1513083269

testrak said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4358673&d=1513083269
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hmnmm that first one is missing

There's a program around the net called wifirouter but I think it's only working on rooted devices

Factory reset watch - can't copy Google account over

I was having some issues lately with Google Assistant not working on the watch along with any other app that needed a internet connection. out of the blue. So, I decided to factory reset the watch.
During the initial setup it asks me to copy over my google account to the watch, however, it fails. No matter how many times I factory reset the watch, forget the BT pairing, remove and reinstall Android Wear. I can't get past the setup part where it asks me to copy over my G Account. I get an error message on the phone stating that to check to make sure I have a valid internet connection (or something to that effect).
Does anyone have any idea why this would be happening? I think the Google Assistant failing and the inability to copy over the G Account might all be related at this point...

Crickets.... Lol

Try to go to the settings on ur phone and click google, sign in and security ,recently used devices and delete every device you are not using anymore including the watch.

gm007 said:
Try to go to the settings on ur phone and click google, sign in and security ,recently used devices and delete every device you are not using anymore including the watch.
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I think it's now an issue with my Pixel XL Bluetooth instead of the watch. Once the watch was on my home WiFi network, on a whim, I decided to try and copy the accounts over and it worked. So there seems to be some sort of issue with the Phone to Watch BT connection.

I have the same issue can't synch my google account, it just annoying
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I think it's now an issue with my Pixel XL Bluetooth instead of the watch. Once the watch was on my home WiFi network, on a whim, I decided to try and copy the accounts over and it worked. So there seems to be some sort of issue with the Phone to Watch BT connection.
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did you disable BT on the phone or watch? I tried that and synching does not work for me I have to have BT enable on both devices to move on in the set up screen

ilbambino said:
I have the same issue can't synch my google account, it just annoying
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did you disable BT on the phone or watch? I tried that and synching does not work for me I have to have BT enable on both devices to move on in the set up screen
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No I didn't disable the B.T. connection. Once I was home, on my own WiFi I just went into the settings of my watch and went to connections and "forced" the WiFi to turn on for the Watch. Then I started the Google Account setup and it worked.
But that's it. I still can't use Google Assistant on the watch, Nest, Maps, etc..etc... unless I have a WiFi connection to the watch.
It's definitely the Google Pixel XL B.T. issue

mmm Im at home and that didnt worked for me, I have a mate 9 AL00, dont think is related to your phone BT but more likely the Huawei watch BT or something

ilbambino said:
mmm Im at home and that didnt worked for me, I have a mate 9 AL00, dont think is related to your phone BT but more likely the Huawei watch BT or something
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The more I investigate, the more I think it's an issue with the BT on the Phone. My phone won't "auto connect" to any of my car stereos (my 6P did just fine), I have to manually initiate the connection on my phone by diving into the BT settings and selecting whichever car stereo I happen to be using at the time. Once it connects, Pandora won't work with the "pandora app" on the car stereo, it will only play with the "BT Audio" setting on the head unit and it disconnects from the watch.

latest Android watch update fixed my synching issue

WiFi Extender | Wifi Repeater | WiFi Hotspot

Okay, so there is this feature that's provided by xiaomi and some other brands where you share wifi(not mobile data) through hotspot. You can be connected to a WiFi and simultaneously switch on your hotspot to share that WiFi. This feature is kinda neat for the situation that I'm in. Is there any option in the settings that I'm missing to enable this or any other way to get this(root).

Isn't that a hardware-related feature? I thought WiFi automatically disables when you turn on the hotspot as it needs to use the same hardware... I could be wrong though.

alexkalicharan said:
Isn't that a hardware-related feature? I thought WiFi automatically disables when you turn on the hotspot as it needs to use the same hardware... I could be wrong though.
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So, OnePlus doesn't have the hardware that these other brands are having?

Ghost20k said:
So, OnePlus doesn't have the hardware that these other brands are having?
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Just to get a clear idea of what you are meaning, the phone would become a wifi router? Or an extender? I guess I don't understand. If you are not using mobile data, who is providing internet access? Do you have a link to one of these "other brands" that shows the functionality?
Update: is this what you are talking about: https://piunikaweb.com/2019/05/09/x...-repeater-feature-via-android-9-0-pie-update/ One wonders how many people would really find it useful.

tperki said:
Just to get a clear idea of what you are meaning, the phone would become a wifi router? Or an extender? I guess I don't understand. If you are not using mobile data, who is providing internet access? Do you have a link to one of these "other brands" that shows the functionality?
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He stays on wifi and shares the wifi with the Hotspot. Not mobile data. For example the gold galaxy s7, s8 some LG, xiaomi and Huawei Smartphones have that stock build in.
There are apps like netbridge etc that can share ur wifi connection.
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Ghost20k said:
Okay, so there is this feature that's provided by xiaomi and some other brands where you share wifi(not mobile data) through hotspot. You can be connected to a WiFi and simultaneously switch on your hotspot to share that WiFi. This feature is kinda neat for the situation that I'm in. Is there any option in the settings that I'm missing to enable this or any other way to get this(root).
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U can use netbridge on ur oneplus. It does the job ok. Haven't found any other mod or method that worked for me.

Is there a way to always activate VPN when switching to mobile data

Like topic says, is there a way to always activate VPN when switching to mobile data?
For example when i am using wifi at my home i dont need or want a VPN. But when i leave my home and i am no longer able to use my wifi i want to automaticaly turn on VPN.

Johndoe8585 said:
Like topic says, is there a way to always activate VPN when switching to mobile data?
For example when i am using wifi at my home i dont need or want a VPN. But when i leave my home and i am no longer able to use my wifi i want to automaticaly turn on VPN.
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I use NordVPN. The app has a setting for automatically connecting on WiFi, mobile networks, or both.
Johndoe8585 said:
Sorry did not see no questions in general, i will make a new thread in Q/A. How do i delete a thread?
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If you look at the bottom of your post, you should see a Delete button. It may be easier to see using a PC.
Otherwise, you can use the Report button on your post and use the "Report Reason" text area to send a message to the moderator team requesting your thread be deleted.

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I use NordVPN. The app has a setting for automatically connecting on WiFi, mobile networks, or both.
If you look at the bottom of your post, you should see a Delete button. It may be easier to see using a PC.
Otherwise, you can use the Report button on your post and use the "Report Reason" text area to send a message to the moderator team requesting your thread be deleted.
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Aha okey. I was hoping for a solution within Android. I use wireguard for VPN. And when support comes to AsusWRT im going to setup a wireguard vpn server on my router to get access to my own DNS server and adblocker.

Windscribe has an always on option as well, just be careful, if the vpn doesn't connect, usually neither will you. I forget sometimes and have to troubleshoot until i discover it's always the VPN.

The only native Android option that I'm aware of, at least in AOSP, is "Always on" VPN. Different flavors of Android from different manufacturers may have additional option.