Lookout
With the security issues recently discovered, and the large number of threats that we can find ourselves when ddownloading an application or browsing through a public Wi-Fi connection, it is convenient to have some protection in our portable devices. One of these protections can be the application Lookout A tool that not only works as an antivirus , but he has a couple more tricks up his sleeve.
As we say, it is an application. With Lookout we are assured of protecting our device from external threats such as viruses, Trojans and other malware In addition, it offers a backup service to have a backup of our contacts in case Of robbery. And even more. It is possible to know, remotely, where our stolen or lost smartphone or tablet is located thanks to another of its functions. All this through an application simple, which hardly requires user participation.
The functions of Lookout are divided into three. The main one is Security, which allows us to know if our device is free of viruses To do this, perform weekly scans of our applications for malware The good thing is that it is a free service that is updated with the new threats discovered on the Internetand with the possibility to establish when these scans are carried out A good function, since each user has a different application download frequency.
Another function is called Backup It is about create a backup of our internet contact list Thus, in case of loss or theft we can always keep these contacts on the website Lookout. The Backup service is also automatic, although it can be activated at any time to store any change Through the service Premium or paid, this application also allows you to store theCall History and the Photo Gallery to avoid losing any memories.
Finally, Lookout allows us to find our lost or stolen deviceremote form. Keep in mind that, to use this function, the device must keep the GPS activated to locate its position, something that goes in detriment of the battery, in addition to having a connection to Internet If these requirements are met, it is possible go back to the Lookout person page, enter the section Lost Device and activate a alarm for 60 seconds remotely, in addition to knowing the exact point where the terminal is located on a map of Google Maps
In short, this is a useful application, albeit somewhat basic for protecting our devices. And it is that the full service costs money, around 3 euros per month if we want have analysis of applications, backup copies of our photos and power lock our phone remotely among other functions.However, it perfectly fulfills the function of keeping our device free of viruses In addition, it is an application developed for Android, iPhone and iPad You can download completely free with 14-day trial of its paid version through Google Playand iTunes
