CellGlide
USB sharing & live traffic
About
Share your iPhone's cellular connection with your Mac via USB. Monitor live speeds, data usage by service, and network details. Offers DNS customization and diagnostic tools for your cellular connection.
What's New in CellGlide
1.1.0
October 2, 2026
• Network status on the home screen: carrier, 5G/4G, public IP, this session's usage and a live throughput chart at a glance • Usage by service: see how much data YouTube, WeChat, iCloud and others use • Traffic statistics: smoother live speed chart and icons for the protocol breakdown • Carrier and IP update automatically after you swap SIMs or switch your data line • New app icon and refined typography throughout
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FAQ
What is CellGlide?
CellGlide allows you to share your iPhone's cellular data connection with your Mac using a USB cable. It provides detailed insights into your data usage, live network speeds, and traffic breakdown by service.
How does CellGlide share my internet connection?
CellGlide shares your iPhone's cellular connection with your Mac exclusively over a USB cable. It requires the installation of a separate client application on your Mac, available from the developer's website.
Can CellGlide be used over Wi-Fi or hotspot?
No, CellGlide is designed to work only with local connections forwarded over USB. It does not support Wi-Fi, hotspot, or other local network devices for sharing your internet connection.
Does CellGlide show how much data each app uses?
CellGlide breaks down traffic by destination main domain, such as YouTube or WeChat, and by protocols like HTTPS and DNS. It does not record full URLs or content, and service categories are estimates.
What are the requirements to use CellGlide?
You need an iPhone with iOS 17+, an active cellular data plan, a USB data cable, and a Mac with Apple silicon running macOS 13+. The CellGlide Mac client must also be installed.
Does CellGlide have ads?
No, CellGlide does not contain advertisements. It is a free application that focuses on providing utility features without interruptions.
How often is CellGlide updated?
The latest version of CellGlide is 1.1.0, last updated on October 2, 2026. Updates are provided by the developer, Xi Wang, to improve functionality and compatibility.
What is the user rating for CellGlide?
CellGlide has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars based on 1 review. This indicates a highly positive reception from its current user base.