I'm thinking about ditching Comcast ISP at my mother's house and get her a Boost phone SOLELY to tether to her laptop for her occasional internet use. She uses it 3 times a week mainly for email, some Youtube, recipes, etc, simple things really. Considering her light usage, would the 50 cent daily data plan work well? What phone would be the best? I think a cheap rooted Android phone with tethering capabilities (wifi preferred) would be ideal.

Anyone considered this? I would be saving $40+ per month. I understand that tethering is not officially supported by Boost.

How are Boost Mobile's data speeds in NJ?


Thanks!