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Is anti virus a waste or is it worth having it run on your phone?
waste......
MrGibbage said:
waste......
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Why is that?
its a waste, when was the lest time u heard of someone getting a phone virus? lol, plus what are you downloading and running on your phone that might even pose a threat
I vote waste too, for current AV solutions. Like another poster said -- There really aren't any threats at the moment. It's real likely there will be at some point, but I see no reason to believe the current AV providers have any clue what these future hypothetical virii will look like. I'll trust an AV once it is written by a security researcher who has studied live Android virii. Until then they're just wasting resources.
I don't run AV software on my home computers or my phones. I am careful with the email that I open, and when I DL software, I try to be aware of where it is coming from. I am never the guy that that downloads something the day it comes out. If it is nefarious, I'll hear about it. Maybe I'm lucky, but I just don't see the need.
SMS Trojan for Android - http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/1727325/android-virus-spotted
They do exist just not on a Windows level lol. I'm sure they will jump in numbers as the popularity of the platform continues to explode. Currently, Lookout is one of the top rated AV apps, and its free.
BTW when you install the "SMS Trojan" it asks for permission to send text messages that may cost money.
TOTAL Waste.
Just read the permissions requests when installing apps.
Or go read up on how Android's app sandboxing works. Either way, nothing can harm your phone unless you explicitly allow it to. And if you allow a photo app to read all of your data, and send text messages and connect to the internet, you deserve what you get.
reuthermonkey said:
TOTAL Waste.
Just read the permissions requests when installing apps.
Or go read up on how Android's app sandboxing works. Either way, nothing can harm your phone unless you explicitly allow it to. And if you allow a photo app to read all of your data, and send text messages and connect to the internet, you deserve what you get.
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Aint that the truth. Idiots need to pay attention to the Android Permissions screen and ask themselves "Why does this flashlight app need to read my contacts, google account and access my dialer, data connection and send SMS??"
Like others have mentioned, threat levels right now are so low that it doesn't warrant the use of money or system resources.
Some apps in the market that are labeled as such are just spam btw.
And also, we are far from a mass infection ala PCs. Just be very careful with what you download. Pay close attention to the permissions and use your very good judgement. If a music player asks permission to read/send/receive text messages and make phone calls, it's probably some type of malware.
jblade1000 said:
SMS Trojan for Android - http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/news/1727325/android-virus-spotted
They do exist just not on a Windows level lol. I'm sure they will jump in numbers as the popularity of the platform continues to explode. Currently, Lookout is one of the top rated AV apps, and its free.
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WASTE ,..,.., hands down......
A virus that has to be manually installed by the user or creator on the host device ????? , and this is after all the warnings to the user before you press ok .,.,.,.,., never mind all the warnings telling you NOT TO DOWNLOAD outside of the market,unless you know what you are doing , download AT YOUR OWN RISK..... Not to mention the anti virus companies CREATING the need for you to install their app ... ever read some of the comments in the market about these "AV" apps ? > 'this app works great, protects my phone'<<<<<? protects it ? from what ???? WTF..
So yes I think it's a waste.....
People make viruses for a living so pretty soon someone will come out with a major one cause it being a phone means nothing its based off of linux and I know linux doesn't have any killer viruses but they do have some just not on a windows level. So ask it takes is one overseas a hole to create one just so he can get famous and then we will need an
Worth installing virus app.
O yea most people only read the permission when installing apps when they are new to android most people don't look at them.especially for apps they regularly use like handcent. Who know what they do with our info?
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hmmm lets see, would an app be able to slide in a permission without a warning? as in read contacts after installed but it never showed on the permission screen.
creglenn said:
People make viruses for a living so pretty soon someone will come out with a major one cause it being a phone means nothing its based off of linux and I know linux doesn't have any killer viruses but they do have some just not on a windows level. So ask it takes is one overseas a hole to create one just so he can get famous and then we will need an
Worth installing virus app.
O yea most people only read the permission when installing apps when they are new to android most people don't look at them.especially for apps they regularly use like handcent. Who know what they do with our info?
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None of that supports a need for an Anti-Virus. Android sandboxes each and every application on the system. It's not like any other Linux distro in how it handles security. It's MORE secure than linux. You can hack individual apps (and thus use their permissions - ie the browser), but that's quickly patched.
The biggest security threat to Android is the same as the biggest security threat for EVERY OS: Lazy users.
reuthermonkey said:
None of that supports a need for an Anti-Virus. Android sandboxes each and every application on the system. It's not like any other Linux distro in how it handles security. It's MORE secure than linux. You can hack individual apps (and thus use their permissions - ie the browser), but that's quickly patched.
The biggest security threat to Android is the same as the biggest security threat for EVERY OS: Lazy users.
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Thats so true but im speaking on the basic users who dont need a dumbphone instead of a smartphone cause when/if a virus does come out those are the people who ill be flooding the forums. While we sit back and laugh.
everyone is talking **** about anti-virus for taking up resources, but i've found Lookout to be very unobtrusive. Also, besides virus scan, it will locate your phone, send a siren to your device, backup your info, all at schedules you determine.
jamesey10 said:
everyone is talking **** about anti-virus for taking up resources, but i've found Lookout to be very unobtrusive. Also, besides virus scan, it will locate your phone, send a siren to your device, backup your info, all at schedules you determine.
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Sure, those are a few reasons to keep Lookout installed. But I don't need it scanning all my files for threats that don't exist yet and it probably wouldn't recognize anyway. Fortunately, the AV component is optional.
hi every one I need to ask a question is there any need of anti virus for my phone?
Be honest please.
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if you download pirated apps without any filtering thoughts such as
hey that looks fishy
you DO need antivirus. however, if u are a legit user
no need. It is a waste of resources and battery. and it barely works.
Ok even if android is based on linux kernel can anti virus run in android?
Please elaborate the concept of virus attacking in android I'd really appreciate it.
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I personally don't use an antivirus, but I try not to install fishy apps, only reviewed apps downloaded from sites that I trust.
YES! Of course it is needed! How else would anti-virus companies survive? If you have any compassion for the engineers working at anti-virus companies, you'll buy the most expensive and bloated anti-virus program you can find.
Instead of worrying about viruses, worry about the the legit programs you download from the Market. Examples of legit programs that steal your info and sell it for marketing: http://www.fastcompany.com/1692088/...personal-data-to-ad-firms-says-taintdroid-app
Install this to test out your apps: https://market.android.com/details?id=com.xeudoxus.privacy.inspector
Just a waste of space recources and battery.
If you afraid about personal data leaking, then you should be more concerned about various "legit" apps that floating around market and the internet and send your private info to God knows where.
If you afraid about viruses that can damage your phone then...if you think about it, by flashing scripts, roms, kernels, OC etc all the time then the possibilities are to harm your phone easier this way
Dont bother about AVs
anti virus sucks, stating that openvpn setting is malicious, ive never got a news about someone suffered of having virus on android os
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The android system is pretty secure considering that it runs linux (windows viruses will not work). The only viable risk is if your phone is rooted, which grants access to most of your phones resources. If you are smart with the apps that you download, it's no biggie. The android browser is pretty secure itself too, with little vulnerabilities, so the only big risks are from downloaded applications (that you installed willingly).
Some antivirus used in the desktop will detect android threats. So you can use them to scan any suspicious files on your pc before copying them to the phone (however, the best protection should be to not put anything in your phone that you don't really trust). I use F-secure antivirus on my pc and it warned me about z4root when I downloaded it to my pc since it could be a potential threat, since it actually roots the phone
Hello,
i have seen some applications at Google Play to protect the smart phone from threats.
https://play.google.com/store/search?q=AVG&c=apps
https://play.google.com/store/search?q=NORTON&c=apps
and i wonder, is it even needed?
what threats can damage my phone or can to garble my using?
and those Anti-Virus applications, can harm my battery precent or the speed of phone?
LOTS OF THANKS
(apologize for my english)
It depends how much common sense you have understanding permissions when installing applications.
Simply all the AV vendors report Android is being targeted more and more each day .
Note they are vendors but yes the risk will increase especially as the market is not as tight as it should be .
Do i have AV on my phone no as i have nothing to steal or run up large bills on it .
jje
Necessary to a degree
To be honest i don't think viruses are a problem, if as mentioned above, you browse smart
i do do that, but i still installed a AV just-in-case
if you want a recommendation i suggest lookout AV
oinkylicious said:
It depends how much common sense you have understanding permissions when installing applications.
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So ur say, it depends on the applications i install?
you know from time to time u download things from the internet or some other
markets...
In the other hand i belive if somone want to get into my phone by WIFI net i connect or somthing like that.
I dont belive the only way to get harm from threats its by installing somthing worng.
adirc said:
So ur say, it depends on the applications i install?
you know from time to time u download things from the internet or some other
markets...
In the other hand i belive if somone want to get into my phone by WIFI net i connect or somthing like that.
I dont belive the only way to get harm from threats its by installing somthing worng.
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I think the main idea is that when you install from unknown sources (non-market) they are trustworthy sources
as for internet downloads same idea, like when i download on my phone i use the same websites i use on my computer
just like on your computer you wouldn't install random untrustworthy programs, or download from malicious website, apply that on your phone and you should be fine
Been reading a lot about antivirus if its needed. Its just earning money, the only thing that can be implemented into app is steals your number, maybe message etc. But there have not been announcment anybody experience that. It is simple 10euro waste. Btw dude google it there is 1000of articles that saying anti virus bloody useless thing
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I've never used and never had problems, but some advice, try to install AVG already heard of him very good
You don't NEED one as such, but I think it's nice to know you're protected if an accident happens. If you think the same, I recommend Lookout. It has a basic scanner and AV for free and detected the test virus instantly so you know it works.
The paid version includes backup and phone locator but these can be acquired for free on other apps.
Up to you really, just treat your Android as you treat your PC; use only trusted sites and be careful of unknown/suspicious requests.
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In a word, not really... But you won't go wrong with lookout.
Avg is useless if I'm honest, it is so easy to fool that it is virtually worthless as security - change application name and it won't detect it
Hello folks,
We use so many apps and games on our Galaxy Y, hopefully I have not faced any virus related issues on my Y.
But, I want to know from you guys.
Is Protection apps really good to have or it not required at all?
Please suggest some protection app(s) which is/are really good.
I have found some free as well as some paid antivirus/security apps in Google Play Store.
Which one is best?
It is always better to stay safe than sorry!
But, if we are safe without any antivirus, then it will be unnecessary to install an antivirus.
So, your suggestions are very much appreciated.
arindam4u said:
Hello folks,
We use so many apps and games on our Galaxy Y, hopefully I have not faced any virus related issues on my Y.
But, I want to know from you guys.
Is Protection apps really good to have or it not required at all?
Please suggest some protection app(s) which is/are really good.
I have found some free as well as some paid antivirus/security apps in Google Play Store.
Which one is best?
It is always better to stay safe than sorry!
But, if we are safe without any antivirus, then it will be unnecessary to install an antivirus.
So, your suggestions are very much appreciated.
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try netqin v6.0 antivirus and security this antivirus can block usefull apps who no need a internet connection i mean u can manage ur app who connect to internet
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arindam4u said:
Hello folks,
We use so many apps and games on our Galaxy Y, hopefully I have not faced any virus related issues on my Y.
But, I want to know from you guys.
Is Protection apps really good to have or it not required at all?
Please suggest some protection app(s) which is/are really good.
I have found some free as well as some paid antivirus/security apps in Google Play Store.
Which one is best?
It is always better to stay safe than sorry!
But, if we are safe without any antivirus, then it will be unnecessary to install an antivirus.
So, your suggestions are very much appreciated.
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IMO, your brains are the best antiviruses. Read comments and Permissions required for all apps. If anything is suspicious, don't install it. Simple as that. Some AVs provide additional functions like blocking malicious sites or locating your lost phone though. You may wanna use the AV for those additional functions.
For me AVAST is the best one
GREEEEEETZ!!!
I am using netquin
For me Kaspersky Mobile Security the best & Simple Menu
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Guy'z i think we did n't need any antivirus aps bcz android does n't have virus i f have u can use kaspery antivirus it very affective
Thank you all for your replies.
I have found plenty of antiviruses and security apps from Google Play Store and used some of them.
After dealing with some apps I found Kaspersky Mobile Security (Paid) and avast! Mobile Security (Free) is very good. It does not drain much battery and work always in background.
Also NQ Mobile Security & Antivirus (Free) have too many features but It slowed my mobile. And also the reviews of this app after upgrade is not good.
I have added some well known Antivirus/Security apps in the voting. So, vote for your likes and if you choose "Other" option then comment here with your choice.
Avast is the best & its free. Better than the paid applications.
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for me, antivirus = waste of space
but for theft protection, I'm using cerberus
Is antivirus rely required?
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famous84 said:
for me, antivirus = waste of space
but for theft protection, I'm using cerberus
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devilrulz4ever said:
Is antivirus rely required?
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I also thought that Antivirus is not necessary but one thing that makes me think about it is:
If antivirus is really bot necessary then why people download and use it from Play store? Some of them got thousands of downloads and 4.5+ rating. Not only that people also buying the paid antiviruses.
That's why I started this topic here to know why people use it and what is the best one to use.
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arindam4u said:
Hello folks,
We use so many apps and games on our Galaxy Y, hopefully I have not faced any virus related issues on my Y.
But, I want to know from you guys.
Is Protection apps really good to have or it not required at all?
Please suggest some protection app(s) which is/are really good.
I have found some free as well as some paid antivirus/security apps in Google Play Store.
Which one is best?
It is always better to stay safe than sorry!
But, if we are safe without any antivirus, then it will be unnecessary to install an antivirus.
So, your suggestions are very much appreciated.
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Hey dude,
Antivirus just makes you satisfied and excitied about your cellphone just by doing the process of fake scanning your phone....
Acc to me antivirus just give mental satisfaction to the user except that its just useless....
Then also acc to me best AV is netquin and then cums avast......
yep antivirus is a WASTE
somewhere i read linux dont need a antivirus , n android is a linux dev.
i will say ' less educated/informed' people use paid antivirus .
kunal is right , it gives u SATISFACTION :O ;]
the best antivirus is a careful mind,
the best anti-theft is playing safe and not using my phone in the jeepney (Public Utility Vehicle) after the 1am shift
i worked hard for my phone so I take care of it always
and on the tech side, Android is a linux based OS, Linux is virus free
Thanks everyone for your useful opinions. Lately I have found that if you are not Using any app/games outside from Google's Play store (which is Recommend for android users) then you are safe from malwares or Security threat.
But one thing I have to say, Linux OS is not Completely Virus Free. Yes, it does not attacked by viruses too much like Windows OS, as Linux have very much Secured Root access. But it does not mean that it cannot be. See this Wiki page en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linux_malware#_ .
But, if you stuck with Google Play Store's apps then obviously you are secured and there is no need of any antivirus to install.
Some of you may have also seen, some free apps from Play Store gives you anonymous ads on Notification bar without any action taken by you. These are also kind of security threat, but it does not harm you as long as you don't click those ads and your a/c balance is not deducted.
Though, this type of adwares cannot be caught by antiviruses. You need 'adaway' or similar type app to remove those ads.
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i'd sugggest adblock, search in play store,
works like a charm
eminEnce_f9 said:
yep antivirus is a WASTE
somewhere i read linux dont need a antivirus , n android is a linux dev.
i will say ' less educated/informed' people use paid antivirus .
kunal is right , it gives u SATISFACTION :O ;]
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Yup bro....
Thanks for agreeing with my point....
And u r absolutely right that linux doesn't contain viruses....
I just started using android phones like few days ago...been using iphone and never bother with antivirus. So any long time android user can tell me if really necessary to install antivirus app like avast?
xhuiz said:
I just started using android phones like few days ago...been using iphone and never bother with antivirus. So any long time android user can tell me if really necessary to install antivirus app like avast?
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Android Anti-Virus apps are generally viewed as being unnecessary and a waste of both battery, system resources, and money. My overall recommendation for security on Android that has been echoed many times it common sense, look carefully at the apps you are downloading, make sure they don't ask for unnecessary permissions for example their is no reason a Tic-Tac-Toe game should need to read your contact list, and that you don't download suspicious files from suspicious sites. With basic common sense you should be just fine .
I think Norton Security antivirus(com.symantec.mobilesecurity).
shimp208 said:
Android Anti-Virus apps are generally viewed as being unnecessary and a waste of both battery, system resources, and money. My overall recommendation for security on Android that has been echoed many times it common sense, look carefully at the apps you are downloading, make sure they don't ask for unnecessary permissions for example their is no reason a Tic-Tac-Toe game should need to read your contact list, and that you don't download suspicious files from suspicious sites. With basic common sense you should be just fine .
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Yeah. .but the tic.tac.toe will say some excuse like " so that it'll be easy to find your friends and easy to play with them online "
The whole android permission system is just junk. And they want to have it that way, giving great incentives to app developers. Cyanogen had restriction of app permissions on cm7,but not on 9,10 or 10.1...why? Coz if they keep that up, apps will make sure, they are incompatible with Cyanogen Roms .Google wants lots of apps in their market and boost their popularity and so, they are indirectly selling privacy of android users and using it themselves as well. How hard would it be to integrate into android source code to make apps just request each permission(with a allow always button /allow once ), before they gain them after app installation?
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