What is a good security program to use?
best anti-virus program
I have been using Avast for a while - I really like it. Works on my Android phone too.
I use dr. Web and its about even with Avast as far as features.
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i've always used lookout mobile security. it also has a "mobile locator" so if you lose it you can still find it..but i assume that won't work on a wifi tablet.
I use Lookout on my Android devices.
After having used lookout and a few others i can attest that Avast is wonderful. Can install the locator/wiper as a system app making it less likely the theif will get around it. Tons of great features.
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Though it's a German website, but the test is the most current I can find from 3rd mar 2012:
http://www.chip.de/artikel/Android-Virenscanner-Test-von-41-Gratis-und-Bezahl-Apps_54893891.html
41 scanners were tested.
Here are the best with >90% detection rate:
avast! Mobile Security
Dr.Web anti-virus Light
F-Secure Mobile Security
IKARUS mobile.security LITE
Lookout Security & Antivirus
Kaspersky Mobile Security (Lite)
Zoner AntiVirus Free
And here the losers with 0% detection rate:
Android Antivirus
Android DefendeR
LabMSF Antivirus beta
MobileBot Antivirus
MT Antivirus
MYAndroid Protection Antivirus
I've been using Norton Security on my TF300 and so far I like it.
There is a free and paid version.
Haven't upgraded to the paid version yet, the free offers everything I need so far.
Hi! Had the same problem, now i'm using Malwarebytes+Kaspersky. Read this privacy-pc.com/antivirus-software-review - antivirus software review
I had dr. Web on my phone and one day it went into lock saying i had to enter a password. I hadnt even created a password so i had to wipe my phone. I use avast now
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is Norton anti virus tablet version good?
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KindaUndisputed said:
is Norton anti virus tablet version good?
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Look at this post it might answer your questions:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=26164383&postcount=7
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Is antivirus use full on android?
Please share your info
**** no
seriously man please mind the language,
all age groups of people here..
im saying no a mobile phone simply does not need antivirus.
about the language it doesnt really matter. even if a kid reads it, sooner or later when they grow up they will use that language anyway
Why not? I thing is not so bad for some people use antivirus as tool make wipe all data or try localization via antivir like avast etc. Dont forget, mobile antivir IS NOT SAME like pc antivir.
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007snz said:
Is antivirus use full on android?
Please share your info
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Sure,it is useful for mine...all of my android have an antivirus at least one...I recommend avant anti virus
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UchihaDareNial said:
Sure,it is useful for mine...all of my android have an antivirus at least one...I recommend avant anti virus
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Ohh man sorry wrong click...I want to click edit but accidentally click quote on my phone...well,what I want to edit is it is Avast Anti Virus,not Avant
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Not yet.
Antivirus is not needed if download apps only from Market. If outside Play Store, then you might get some bug in your phone indeed.
Android viruses are not popular enough yet.
Some info on the matter.
You only "need" an antivirus on rooted devices. If you havent rooted your device, then you shouldn't have an issue, since every possible virus out there needs root privileges in order to do some damage to your phone.
Since android is build based on linux, there are basically very few viruses out there. But as always, a little caution in what you install never hurt anyone.
Yes, it's useful...
1 - If you use your phone as an mass storage device, some virus from Windows can infect your sd card...
2 - if you lose your phone, most of the antivirus can help you to find the phone, and lock the device so others can't use them..
3 - if you download apps from "black market" or visit porn on your phone, ( yeah, I do that sometimes too..) it can protect your phone from malicious apps and others threads..
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I've read some interesting blog posts lately:
android_malware
android_market_security
For now my phone remains fast, stable and battery friendly without any av software. But i know for sure where my apps came from and dont use the mini for web browsing - there may be other scenarios.
LOL No,you don't need an AntiVirus yet on Android devices if you know what you re doing and if you re careful about app permissions esp on a rooted phone.
The Windows virus on SD card comment made me laugh! :-D
That said,according to a lot of sites on the net,Android Trojans are on the rise thanks to Google s app policy...
N.
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BlackArtsInc said:
The Windows virus on SD card comment made me laugh! :-D
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Believe me, they are real..
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LuisDias said:
Believe me, they are real..
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with windows virus you may transfer it to another windows, but it cannot possibly affect your android system.
i second the fact that unless you are rooted, you would not need an antivirus..
also google play removes malicious software from the store.
anti theft is possibly the only reason one would want to install an antivirus,
thanks for the comments
My phone is rooted,i download application from blackmarket,am going to try an antivirus let me see its usefull or not
As long as you don't install apps from untrustworthy sources you should be fine.
In any case, Avast seems to be pretty decent when compared to the other alternatives. Read about it in Android AV reviews somewhere. The firewall function is pretty sweet too to let some apps connect through WiFi only or not at all.
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Gandhar said what had to be said. I am using a Mcaffe antivírus my Carrier gave me with a free full 1 Year license. The GPS tracking, wipe and block functions in case of a lost or theft phones are sweet. And if you are not rooted, no need for an av.
Windows viruses inside SD? Yeah, true. But than you can blame the Windows user who didn't has a decent av software to block it.
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gandhar said:
with windows virus you may transfer it to another windows, but it cannot possibly affect your android system.
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I know that, that's why.. I don't want to infeact my pc, 'cause I don't have Internet connection to update the antivirus..
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Windows viruses can only affect other PCs when mounting your SD card.In Android they re irrelevant.
I did install Avast last night and found out that a Flashlight app that needed GPS permissions (!).
Other than that,I also liked the Anti-Theft protection which by the way you can keep even if you uninstall the virus scanner.
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Like people said, Windows viruses do not work on Android.
For anti-theft, use Prey. It's a great free app, that only starts working when phone receives SMS with specific text. I use it.
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Hi,
I was wondering what Internet & Antivirus people were using on thier smartphones..
I know theres quite a few options, such as AVG, Norton, etc..
But what do people recommend and why?
Thank you in advance for any replies..
You can get the full version of Norton as a trial for 90 days from the Samsung app store. Then switch to avg from playstore
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Thank you, but what i'm asking is if there are any alternatives that people recommend/prefer??
I don't and have never used an anti-virus... It's really unnecessary.
Use Avast Mobile Security from the Play Store :thumbup:
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Hello Everyone,
I'm a new user of android OS and GS3 and I don't know much about its apps
I wanna know if there is any application like "Find my Iphone" for the GS3.
And if you know more programs I can use with my phone to protect it from theft or to track it or something like that I'll be grateful
Thanks in advance :good:
Search for Cerberus in the Play Store
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Even the pre installed Samsung dive software is quite useful, but I normally install Cerberus as an additional measure. I am a rooted user so this app is quite useful to me
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wow it's a great app
Thanks very much guys for the help
Do you have any advice about anti-virus programs ?
Do you mean anti-virus?
Avast and Dr.Web (beta) are both free and with excellent recognition capabilities.
If you're rooted and want that extra layer, you can also use avast's firewall or Droidwall to prevent apps from connecting to the internet.
Avast additionally brings a lost-/stolen-phone tracker with good capabilities.
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d4fseeker said:
Do you mean anti-virus?
Avast and Dr.Web (beta) are both free and with excellent recognition capabilities.
If you're rooted and want that extra layer, you can also use avast's firewall or Droidwall to prevent apps from connecting to the internet.
Avast additionally brings a lost-/stolen-phone tracker with good capabilities.
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Yes, that's what I meant. Sorry I was in hurry and forgot to write "virus" word
Thanks mate for the advice
Actually my phone still in stock condition. I didn't root or customize any thing till now. I'm still reading about the flashing, modding and backup processes and I'm worry of losing the warranty too.
Any way thanks a lot
If so, which one??
Avast anti-virus is good and its also free!
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As i see, the highest rated are:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.antivirus&feature=search_result
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lookout&feature=search_result
You don't need an antivirus... Just don't download all kind of crap.
Never once used an anti-virus on my linux pc or my android phone, never needed to - just don't go downloading random crap apps that have no reputable reviews or seem suspect (e.g. you think its a paid app and its suddenly available free)
Dont use Anti virus as far easier to reinstall lol
either avast or norton (from samsung apps)
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As i see, the highest rated are:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.antivirus&feature=search_result
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lookout&feature=search_result
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Both of them are good ones, but the second one will charge u money for some features. But as the others said, dont download useless apps and u wont have a problem!
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If so, which one??
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I prefer and use Lookout for it's malware scanning features, but equally for the find/alarm/lock/wipe features. Mistakes happen.
I've done some searching and there's a few apps that are generally recommended in threads like these (like Lookout and SeekMyDroid). But none of the apps mention whether or not you can find the phone using maps. I want to be able to go to the site for the app, sign in or enter my phone number, and have a map pop up displaying where the phone is. Do any apps do that?
I believe Cerberus does this.
Avast is an awesome security app with great tracking features. Best of all, its free. :good:
Seekdroid is my recommendation
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Seekdroid is my recommendation
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Just looked up Seekdroid in the store, looks awesome. $3 is worth it, IMO. Thanks!
Eh, just read the description and the features I want most require a monthly subscription. Pass.
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I believe Cerberus does this.
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This is the one I see most recommended.
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Avast's anti theft suite is second to none, especially if you're rooted.
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Cerberus allows you to do much more than just track your phone. Remote wipe, remote lock, post a message on the screen, take photos (front and back cameras) record audio, and more. Give it a shot, it works great.
Avast! Mobile Security also offers a Theft monitoring service that you can set up as well. I have it and I highly recommend it. If you lose your device, you can have it preset to sound an alarm that you can activate from online so anyone in earshot of the device will hear it going off. Additionally, you can remotely wipe the device (it can even be done automatically in certain instances if you want it set that way). Best of all, it's FREE! Here is a link to it:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.avast.android.mobilesecurity&hl=en
Lookout works pretty good as well.
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