Bandwidth ruler 3.56

An android bandwidth manager for both root and non-root users that offers features for setting Internet and tethering speeds, as well as managing data usage efficiently. It is particularly tailored for devices like Samsung Galaxy Sx/Sx-mini/tabs, LG Gx, Xperia Zx, Motorola Moto, but can be utilized with other devices as well.

Root Features:

1. Sets the WiFi connection upload speed
2. Sets the mobile connection upload speed
3. Sets the Bluetooth connection upload speed
4. Limits the tethering download speed for the portable WiFi hotspot (Download/Upload Speed)
5. Sets the download speed for USB/Bluetooth tethering connections
6. Throttles bandwidth when a specified data limit is reached
7. Accelerates all connections, including tethered connections, through the Fast Surf feature
8. Access websites and media sharing platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, and Dailymotion four times faster with the Fast Surf Feature
9. Adjusts connection speed to meet individual needs
10. Increases the longevity of data plans
11. Ideal for connections with low upload/download speeds
12. An excellent mobile data saver that extended a 1GB/month data plan by an additional 15 days with daily YouTube videos and Facebook usage

Non-Root Features:

1. Easily creates data plans for Internet and tethering connections, allowing adjustments akin to setting an alarm
2. Edit running data plans with ease (modify speed, thresholds)
3. Enable/disable data plans with a simple click
4. Starts byte counting at any point, suitable for smaller data plans
5. Receive sound and bar notifications when set thresholds are reached
6. Simultaneously manages over 16 data plans
7. Provides shortcuts to configure connections and shows connection status along with IP address information

How to Test This App:

• Use a speed test tool to confirm your speed settings (from a PC or tethered device in the case of tethering)

Common Use Cases:

1. Continue using your phone while sharing bandwidth as the limited tethering speed ensures your handset always has priority
2. Protect your device from high CPU load by limiting tethering download speeds
3. Adjust upload speed when sharing a Wi-Fi router connection to prevent inconveniencing other users connected to the same network during activities like file uploads, torrenting, VPN access, etc.

XDA Thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-bandwidth-manager-android-t2972889

Info Page:
http://bwruler.wordpress.com/