A seriously impressive mobile security app
TrustGo Antivirus & Mobile is one of the best security apps for your Android. It features a powerful engine, low power consumption and functions for locating a lost or stolen device.
It protects you from viruses…and thieves!
As well as the classic features of antivirus software,TrustGo Antivirus & Mobile includes a multitude of features that make it a complete suite. Let’s have a look at them:
- Security Scanner – This is the antivirus module. With this you can scan the apps installed on your device for malware. The analysis can be done on-demand or you can schedule it. In addition, it automatically scans recently downloaded software (APK file).
- System Manager – This offers functions for monitoring data traffic, battery life and memory. Mobile Data Usage allows you to set a limit of data traffic, to verify the consumption of individual apps and displays a graphic report on consumption. Battery displays the charge level of the battery and indicates the percentage of use for each application, which is useful for pinpointing which software drains the battery quickly. Finally Free Memory shows the amount of free RAM on your Android smartphones / tablets.
- Privacy Guard – This function analyzes and displays, (broken down by type) all permissions required by each app installed on your device. The report highlights applications that require additional permits, identifies the level of risk, and suggests possible actions.
- Data Backup – Performs a backup copy of your contacts list, text messages and call log. The backup is sent to the TrustGo server, which is stored in the cloud and can be reset at any time.
- Secure Web Browsing – Makes it safer to surf the net by notifying you of risks while you’re browsing the web. This feature is compatible with the default Android: browsers Google Chrome and Dolphin Browser.
- Device Protection – Locates your lost or stolen device on a map. Allows you to remotely lock your smartphone, activate a blaring alarm or remotely delete data. The Device Protection option is activated from the terminal, while the actions are managed remotely from the web service Find My Phone from TrustGo.
- App Manager – Shows the list of applications on your device, the space used by each and the version number. If you want, you can uninstall the ones you don’t need anymore. Finally, using the Hot Apps menu can take a look at trends, and download the most current software.
Everything on tap
The TrustGo Antivirus & Mobile interface is really intuitive and all the functions are grouped together on the main screen. The software is available to everyone, and most will find the Settings menu a great tool for configuring the app to suit your needs.
Great antivirus engine. Minimal impact on battery
The quality of the antivirus engine is excellent, it intercepts all kinds of malware and prevents real-time risks when you’re browsing the web.
The scanning speed was great during our tests and was even superior to competitors such as avast! Mobile Security.
And finally, the app’s impact on battery consumption is minimal and does not slow down normal use of the device
Complete protection for your smartphone
If you’re looking for a first class solution for protecting your Android device,TrustGo Antivirus & Mobile is the safe bet.
It’s really easy to use and has an excellent engine, security features, privacy, backup and great features for remote interfacing with the lost or stolen device. All this is completely free and doesn’t require root permissions to use certain features.
