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[Q] Antivirus

Wats up guys can u help cuz I would like to know wats the best antivirus for the evo
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lookout is a popular choice.

I think the people that use it use Lookout, but it's up in the air as to whether or not you actually need it.

Lookout caught a virus from a flashable zip I was downloading from a site I was unfamiliar with and the virus was legit.
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^^Good to know.

I use antivirus pro.

I dont even think they work...
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They're a scam, they will only catch known viruses which you won't get unless you pirate apps...antivirus is a scam on the phone because google gets rid of things before anyone...it goes google then everyone else, no need for it if you odnt pirate or download apps like super sexy naked screaming Chinese and japanese school girls...

Lookout also backs up your contacts and has the features to locate/lock your phone remotely if its lost or stolen
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iitreatedii said:
They're a scam, they will only catch known viruses which you won't get unless you pirate apps...antivirus is a scam on the phone because google gets rid of things before anyone...it goes google then everyone else, no need for it if you odnt pirate or download apps like super sexy naked screaming Chinese and japanese school girls...
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Google catches and screens applications for viruses and malware before they're posted on the market? Either you have WAY too much faith in Google, or you really haven't read much about the Google application posting process.

UndeadCircus said:
Google catches and screens applications for viruses and malware before they're posted on the market? That's news to me.
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Yeah, pirating apps is the best way to get a virus. I don't really bother with antivirus software on my phone. I just use Lookout for its location feature and I use Prey to lock down my phone if it's ever lost.
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If you can read I said google will catch the virus before anyone!!!! Meaning antivirus is a wasteeeeeeeeeee
UndeadCircus said:
Google catches and screens applications for viruses and malware before they're posted on the market? Either you have WAY too much faith in Google, or you really haven't read much about the Google application posting process.
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iitreatedii said:
If you can read I said google will catch the virus before anyone!!!! Meaning antivirus is a wasteeeeeeeeeee
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Google lets any app onto the market, its been addressed many times. They dont screen for anything... hence a thousand fart apps and of course, malicious software.

Dudes, you don't need no virus protection what are you guys retards lol? Almost like computer viruses, I never spend money on virus protection its all a scam. I can manually remove it myself or with free software. YOUR PHONE DOESN'T NEED VIRUS PROTECTION LOL. Those apps offer free STUPID services to you so they can trick you into paying their yearly subscription fees. Lookout really isn't free, or at least their only legit feature(remote locking) which cost 29.99 a year. If you think you need virus protection on your phone you need to switch to apple with the cool kids.
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i think anti virus are useless apps. tell me anyone ever got a virus with there android? i think they just lagg the crap out your phone and eat your battery faster. even the sprint rep said himself you dont need anti virus there is no claim in sprint that actually happens.

Just received an interesting email from Skype...
Thank you for downloading and using the Skype for Android software. Unfortunately, it has come to our attention that if you were to install a malicious third-party application onto your Android device, it could access the locally stored Skype for Android files. These files include cached profile information and your instant message chat history.
We take our users’ privacy very seriously and are working quickly to protect you from this vulnerability, including securing the file permissions on the Skype for Android application. This update will be available shortly and as always we urge you to install updates to benefit from our continuous fixes and improvements.
Until the update is released, to protect your personal information, we advise that you as always take care when selecting which applications to download and install onto your device from the Android Marketplace.
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This is just one of many instances where software designed for a bad purpose has been a problem, especially with the Android os. Maybe there are no reasons to worry about an actual VIRUS, but the fact still remains that 3rd party apps can contain keyloggers and other means of stealing information from your phone.
Its not too far-fetched to believe in apps that, once installed, can lock you out of your phone or possibly even wipe all the data from it.

so does the TEP app from Sprint itself. It also helps you find your lost or stolen phone by pointing you in the general direction if your GPS is on. it can wipe your phone if you think it was stolen too

dirkyd3rk said:
Dudes, you don't need no virus protection what are you guys retards lol? Almost like computer viruses, I never spend money on virus protection its all a scam. I can manually remove it myself or with free software. YOUR PHONE DOESN'T NEED VIRUS PROTECTION LOL. Those apps offer free STUPID services to you so they can trick you into paying their yearly subscription fees. Lookout really isn't free, or at least their only legit feature(remote locking) which cost 29.99 a year. If you think you need virus protection on your phone you need to switch to apple with the cool kids.
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While I agree that virus protection is a waste on Android, wasn't that a little over the top rude?

iitreatedii said:
If you can read I said google will catch the virus before anyone!!!! Meaning antivirus is a wasteeeeeeeeeee
If that was true why did a xda member inform lookout of the 60 apps that rooted people and all.
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plainjane said:
While I agree that virus protection is a waste on Android, wasn't that a little over the top rude?
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No one else seems to have taken it that way besides you :rolls eyes:
~ d3rk

Lost my phone

Just lost my phone in taxi I'm rooted also have face unlock and pattern unlock secondary. Is there anything I can do to assure the finder can't use it. Or can I track it. I'm on monthly 4g so no insurance!
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diamantericos said:
Just lost my phone in taxi I'm rooted also have face unlock and pattern unlock secondary. Is there anything I can do to assure the finder can't use it. Or can I track it. I'm on monthly 4g so no insurance!
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If your rooted and all that good stuff you should know how easy it is to just go into recovery and wipe everything. Sorry to say the driver has a new toy. He can't see your stuff tho if that's what you care about. And your pics are exposed as well since they are most likely on your sdcard.
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yeislak said:
If your rooted and all that good stuff you should know how easy it is to just go into recovery and wipe everything. Sorry to say the driver has a new toy. He can't see your stuff tho if that's what you care about. And your pics are exposed as well since they are most likely on your sdcard.
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Doubt the driver will know how to do that, anyways unless you had an app like Where's my Droid or something similar to that, you are pretty screwed. Unless the driver is a nice guy and returns it
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If you have LookOut security
If you have installed something like lookout security/virus scan on the device (even the free version), you can locate the device and see it on a GPS map from their website sign in page. Also, you can set an alarm (annoying sound) to go off on the phone; nice feature...lets the person know you can tract the phone.
I'm sure (as other's have mentioned) there are other apps that do the same thing...maybe you had a Google Latitude account and you had it set up?? that would work also.
Good Luck, sorry to hear what happened to you...it sucks, I know how you feel!

Strong security recommendation

House got jacked by some awesome people in the area today... just saying, keep your phones and tablets on lock down. There are plenty of free apps to do so. Use them, please. Way pregnant wife is circling the house with a crowbar.
Avg offers a form of tracking security if you download the right app
Gotya is a great app to install to hopefully catch anyone on ur phone/tablet
Wheresmydroid allows you to also GPS ur droid as long as the mo fos turn it on
And lastly, I believe lookout app not only allows you to find your devices but erase as well.
In the event ur as screwed as I am with my tablet, there is an app call plan B. Its from lookout and DLs to the device you select once someone turns it on under your account.
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Cerberus is the best one for security
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mremale said:
Cerberus is the best one for security
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+1 or stalking
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Cerberus - Is it worth it?

Right now, I have two phones, and tablet. I have yet to use the free 25 dollars given to use by Google, and I was wondering if the app was worth the license.

Hell yes. It's like $5 lol
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I got it when they had a free sale, I would've happily paid $10 for it, I never worry about my device being lost because of the features in cerberus
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I dunno. It monitors cookies and browsing habits and system logs. Screw that.
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In my opinion, this is probably the single most important android app to install. Also, one license for work for 5 devices. It's absolutely worth the asking price, and much more.
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Imo it's absolutely worth it, and it's really a steal at like $2.50 or whatever it comes out to. Yes the permissions and access the app (and therefore the developer) has can be a bit concerning, but from everything I've seen so far it's nothing to worry about and I personally haven't had any issues whatsoever. The developer seems trustworthy and keeps the app updated, including for JB devices. Honestly you'd have to be pretty paranoid to refuse to install such an essential app onto your valuable devices for this type of reason, and if my phone or Nexus gets stolen I'll have the peace of mind knowing the app is installed and ready to do whatever needs to be done to get it back and keep my information from being accessed.

Personally I think its a little overpriced, given the exchange rate. Maybe as and when they have a sale.

I thought the only way to pay for this was via PayPal? Anyway, I agree, this is now the second app I install on the phone / tablet after flashing. The first remains Tasker.
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It's a must have app.

is it the one by LSDroid it is showing up free in the market?

player911 said:
I dunno. It monitors cookies and browsing habits and system logs. Screw that.
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No it doesn't. It asks for these permissions in order to be able to wipe them (without root) if need be.

I have Cerberus and I recommended it to everyone. I do believe that Cerberus does collect info and sell it. They are upfront about this and keep that info anonymous. Who cares if they see how much porn I watch?

Here it is. In the terms of use and privacy policy.

This video goes over the app with a tablet and phone.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NK9BkOzlFPE&list=UU25TmsJidl31Hbf5PVckK8Q&index=1&feature=plcp
It's worth the money!

clago87 said:
is it the one by LSDroid it is showing up free in the market?
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That's the one; there's a free 1 week trial then an in-app purchase.
rwb2073 said:
I thought the only way to pay for this was via PayPal?
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You can pay for it with an in-app purchase now.
I recommended this app to a friend who had his phone stolen and he's been very happy with it. I haven't bought it myself, but I'm thinking I will very shortly as it's one thing to lose a phone, but another all together to lose my N7.

Avast Antivirus does more and is free... just saying
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+1 for Avast
Avast = 4.7 rating = free
Cerberus = 4.6 rating = lunch

It is worth ... I think this is one of the most amazing app for Android. All those features. Great app!

So how good would Cerberus be on the N7 though? Seems like the power lies in it being able to accept SMS commands, right? Since the N7 isn't a phone, would it still be worth it, or am I not understanding how it works?
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Good Q... I'm using it, but clearly only works if the N7 is connected to the thief's WiFi so not quite as powerful on a phone I guess..
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Best security app ever for EPIC4GT

Sorry for the shameless self promotion. But my Security app Root Defense was developed on the Epic 4G touch and unlike any other security app out there, it will allow you to continue to track your phone even if it gets wiped or a hard-reset by a thief.
It's almost impossible to lose your phone and it's completely free. You can subscribe if wanted for additional logging goodies.
It requires that you have a rooted phone (as most people have on XDA)
Please try it out and rate and comment on Google Play if you like it.
The Google Play page can be found here:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.unfairware.rootdefense&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDEsImNvbS51bmZhaXJ3YXJlLnJvb3RkZWZlbnNlIl0.
The XDA homepage can be found here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1775488

chetstriker said:
Sorry for the shameless self promotion. But my Security app Root Defense was developed on the Epic 4G touch and unlike any other security app out there, it will allow you to continue to track your phone even if it gets wiped or a hard-reset by a thief.
It's almost impossible to lose your phone and it's completely free. You can subscribe if wanted for additional logging goodies.
It requires that you have a rooted phone (as most people have on XDA)
Please try it out and rate and comment on Google Play if you like it.
The Google Play page can be found here:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.unfairware.rootdefense&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDEsImNvbS51bmZhaXJ3YXJlLnJvb3RkZWZlbnNlIl0.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1775488
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4 bucks a month.. Sry man have enough bills. Im just not that rich.

What does this offer over Cerberus?

timmetal6669 said:
4 bucks a month.. Sry man have enough bills. Im just not that rich.
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It's completely and always free for all security features. The $3.99 is for additional logging features.

Aganar said:
What does this offer over Cerberus?
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Yeah, Cerberus was a program created after ours that has many of the same features. Even including the 5 licenses for the price of one.
Root Defense comes with many many more features though and no user interface on the phone.
Basically its still free but with more features and a stealthier install.
Also ours shows the existing data of logs and location from before a phone went missing so you aren't in the dark when your device is off

The best security app for android is called No Porn, whereby one uses their phone for No Porn. If one follows this protocol they should be fine. That is all
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sleshepic said:
The best security app for android is called No Porn, whereby one uses their phone for No Porn. If one follows this protocol they should be fine. That is all
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Good Job on the reading comprehension this is for lost/stolen phones. Not spyware/adware
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dmonger11b said:
Good Job on the reading comprehension this is for lost/stolen phones. Not spyware/adware
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was a joke, simmer down nah
Think all contributions are great. Sorry to offend.
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timmetal6669 said:
4 bucks a month.. Sry man have enough bills. Im just not that rich.
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if this thing actually works for $4 a month being able to monitor a phone discreetly with the options listed, its actually a kick ass deal
i cant get it to work myself though, it locks on hitting reboot on the install process

Can't speak on the app in discussion, never used it. But how can it to Cerberus, one time fee, also survives full wipe... what exactly is so much better that constitutes a monthly fee?
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AVAH0LIC said:
Can't speak on the app in discussion, never used it. But how can it to Cerberus, one time fee, also survives full wipe... what exactly is so much better that constitutes a monthly fee?
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Stick with cerberus then? Its a good alternative.. I for one dont have good luck with cerberus
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AVAH0LIC said:
Can't speak on the app in discussion, never used it. But how can it to Cerberus, one time fee, also survives full wipe... what exactly is so much better that constitutes a monthly fee?
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Does Cerberus let you discreetly monitor emails. Texts. Phone calls and location? If this thing worked it would be the cheapest monitering software in the market
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tensux said:
if this thing actually works for $4 a month being able to monitor a phone discreetly with the options listed, its actually a kick ass deal
i cant get it to work myself though, it locks on hitting reboot on the install process
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Seriously?
I bet the loan officer at the bank loves you.

kthejoker20 said:
Seriously?
I bet the loan officer at the bank loves you.
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You must be a penny pincher lol. If 4$ hurts u then thats sad.. Try it or dont but dont sit here and flame people who have.. Lets see you or any other complainer make a good security app with all these features and give it out free.. I dont think anyone even read the ops post.. He has a free version and a paid one.. What does it hurt to try it?
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he is just not realizing what the $4 a month is buying
compare it to these:
http://cell-phone-monitoring-software-review.toptenreviews.com/
The $4 a month is paying for this type of service. If you think its free or cheaper anywhere then lets see it. And lets see one that lets you pay monthly.

tensux said:
Does Cerberus let you discreetly monitor emails. Texts. Phone calls and location? If this thing worked it would be the cheapest monitering software in the market
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Not emails, but most definitely texts, phone calls, and location. I'm not bashing this, just curious as to the advantages. I was one of the lucky ones who got Cerberus for free when they were doing the giveaway, just was wondering if it was worth... "upgrading"?

AVAH0LIC said:
Not emails, but most definitely texts, phone calls, and location. I'm not bashing this, just curious as to the advantages. I was one of the lucky ones who got Cerberus for free when they were doing the giveaway, just was wondering if it was worth... "upgrading"?
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Root defense also is free and survives wipes and all the features the $4 a month is only if you wish to keep the logging features. All actually security features are free and always will be.
One of the major differences if the our free edition vs Cerberus is that our free version also keeps track of the last known coordinates.
What this means is that if your phone was stolen or lost and was either turned off or ran out of battery. Our product would show you where it last was and when it was there. Cerberus won't be able to show you anything as it needs to connect to the device each time to read data.
This is true of most fee or one-time fee programs because that's how they can afford it. In order to be helpful to people off-line, you need to store the data in a database which will quickly incur cost to developers (especially storing MMS messages.)
Anyway, different stroke for different folks. But keep in mind that after the trial ends, you still have (any always will have) all the free version features.

New version just released, check our main thread for details.
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Version 3.1 released!
Change log includes:
* Fix for calls not being recorded bug
* Fix for auto-update can cause auto-uninstall of itself.
* Fix for phones not attaching after install
To ensure your auto-updater is working probably and you weren't affected by the auto-uninstall of program from update bug, please download the latest version from our first post or directly from the market.