So today I tried (experimenting) to alternatively enable a hot spot mode by simply switching off the wireless network connection in the AA app network settings. Mistake. This may have been the same trigger to the problem I had in the previous post(s). Since doing so I have once been able to connect with the AA via the app. I have also switched wireless network back on (and saved) then re entered my home network PW to reconnect the AA to my home network. The app continues to state 'searching'. I'm thinking another factory reset is in order frown

I've been using the AA with ease and no complications for over a week since I last ran into these complications.

To those android users who wish to switch 'off' wired/wireless network connectivity, I would suggest you avoid doing so (for now).