lookout security app

[techie5]

I notice this app comes with the phone. Anyone using it? Of using Andoid Device Manager? Which do you think is better? It looks like Lookout has a few more features

 

[DCSholtis]

Lookout user here. It's feature rich that's why I love it

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[erwaso]

I used it looking time ago e with my HTC one x and it worked great

I'm good with the Google version though and uninstalled lookout

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[techie5]

If I use lookout, do I have to sign up an account with them?

 

[RoadDawgBob]

I love Lookout. Had it on my HTC, too.

 

[B. Diddy]

I think you do have to register for an account. They're a pretty reputable company, so there's no harm in doing so. You just don't have to upgrade to the premium version if you don't want to.

I liked Lookout's feature that would take a picture with the front facing camera if someone failed to unlock 3 times in a row. It then sends you an email with that picture. But other than that, many of its main features tend to be a bit redundant compared to what Google already offers. Google will scan the apps on your phone for malware automatically if you turn on the Verify Apps option in Settings>Security. And Android Device Manager can also help you locate your lost phone, as well as send a Wipe Data command remotely.