We give a lot of thought when we think about upgrading our phones, but we often don\u2019t give the same amount of consideration when it comes to our smartphone\u2019s security. That\u2019s a great pity because the prevalence of smartphones has made it a favorite target for all sorts of cybercriminals.<\/p>\n
Think about it. You probably use your smartphone<\/a> way more than you use any other device. By virtue of it being on your person the entire day, the device can hear everything around you. There\u2019s an astounding amount of personal information your smartphone has about you \u2013 from your financial information to details of every person you\u2019ve ever contacted. It\u2019s not without reason that experts have argued<\/a> that your smartphone knows you better than you know yourself.<\/p>\n You don\u2019t want such a powerful device to fall into the wrong hands, right? That\u2019s why, if you haven\u2019t already done so, it\u2019s time to take a good, hard look at how you can keep your phone safe \u2013 both physically and digitally.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t be careless with your phone especially in a public place or a crowded area. Make sure it\u2019s in your pocket or inside your bag. Chances of misplacing it are high if you hold it in your hand all the time. Also ensure you are prepared for the worst-case scenario \u2013 set up location-finding applications on your phone, keep everything stored in secure vaults and ensure you have the option to remotely wipe your device.<\/p>\n Quick Heal Total Security for Android<\/a> has a range of features to keep your device safe including Anti-Theft which prevents your phone from being misused if it is stolen. It has a Motion Alarm which notifies the user instantly if the phone is moved from its current position along with a Pocket Alarm notifying the user if someone attempts to steal a phone from their pocket.<\/p>\nKeep your smartphone safe in public places<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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