SMobile Security Shield
The widespread use of smartphones for professionals and enterprises has accentuated the growth of Viruses, Spyware and other threats to mobile devices. Enterprises and consumers need to take action to ensure their mobile activities are protected and that their sensitive data and the data of their customers is protected. Whether it’s a lost or stolen device containing personal information, or Spyware intercepting customer data and communications, SMobile is the world leader at providing solutions to ensure your mobile device is protected.
Your personal and business information is more mobile than ever, and so are the threats. Thankfully, mobile security software can protect your mobile device from an invasion from portable predators, including viruses, trojans, and worms.
Why Mobile Security Software?
Malware is on the move, spreading far beyond personal computers. With the growing popularity of smartphones and other mobile devices comes an increase in mobile viruses, trojan horses and worms targeting these devices. These portable predators can be threatening an invasion on a number of fronts, including MMS and SMS messages, downloadable content, public Wi-Fi, or via Bluetooth connections. Proactive protection is vital to safeguard your device from every angle.
Mobile malware can cause a number of serious problems. A mobile virus can drain your phone’s battery extremely fast, delete your personal and important business information, and even render certain features completely nonfunctional. Not only can a virus disable a function on your phone, snoopware may also take control of it, turning your mobile device into a walking tape recorder. It can even turn your camera on and take pictures!
But the nuisance of mobile viruses doesn’t stop there. A virus on your smartphone may send infected files to your contacts or transfer them to your computer when you connect or sync. And what about sending mass messages without your permission, or making expensive calls resulting in unwarranted billing? Malware can do that too.
Not all threats are malicious programs. Not only is your information at risk from mobile predators, the compact size of mobile devices make them easier to misplace. Add to that their expensive nature, and you’ve got a prime target for thieves. Whether you leave your phone in a taxi cab or on a busy restaurant, mobile security software has you covered. There are mobile security software programs that can help you remotely cancel programs on your mobile device, delete your valuable information and even spy on your thieves, increasing the potential of getting your device back!
Mobile Security proactively protects your smartphone from mobile threats. You can rest at ease knowing that your identifying information is safe and your business files are secure. Antivirus protection and firewall settings have become a standard for home and business computers. Why should your mobile device (often containing vital personal information and business secrets) continue to be seriously at risk? With the right mobile solution, you don’t have to sacrifice security for mobility.
What to Look For in Mobile Security Software
Some mobile security solutions are better than others. Some software programs simply perform better than others, and are easier to use. In deciding which mobile security solution is right for you and your phone, keep in mind how much protection you need and which software program your device will support. Below are the criteria TopTenREVIEWS uses to evaluate mobile security software.
Effectiveness
Mobile Security software is only as good as its level of protective proficiency. Regardless of how the program looks or what additional functions it features, it should efficiently and effectively protect your phone. Excellent mobile security will incorporate antivirus, antispam, and firewall security with realtime protection.
Features
A good mobile security solution will have additional features that aid in running the program and effectively protecting the device. The key is including all the right features without burdening the user (and the system memory) with frivolous features.
Ease of Use
Good software must be simple to use, regardless of whether it is on a PC or a mobile device. With the limited resources and size of mobile phones, it is especially important that the security software be straightforward and easy to navigate. The interface and navigation should facilitate and aid users in protecting their smartphones without wasting precious battery life or limiting resources.
Installation & Updates
Installing software on phones doesn’t have to be difficult. Whether you apply directly to your phone or sync to a PC, installation should be quick and easy. Because the most up-to-date protection is crucial, updates must also be provided as soon as possible, and delivered efficiently.
Technical Help/Support
The ideal mobile security software shouldn’t need documentation and further assistance to aid the user, but provides it nonetheless. Help and support for technical or other questions should be provided in a variety of formats, including telephone, email, and online chat with live representatives. Online help should also be available, including instruction manuals and answers to frequently asked questions.
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SMobile Systems is the exclusive provider of mobile antivirus for BlackBerry. As you will see in the link above, SMobile is rated #2 as a mobile security software solution. However, being the only provider of a mobile security application for BlackBerry has its advantages.
Industry Leading Malware Protection
Spyware exists today that is capable of logging every key typed on a mobile device, intercepting e-mail, text and voice communications and stealing sensitive and corporate data from your cell phone. More than ever before, users are downloading applications, sharing business files, inserting memory cards and utilizing mobile devices for access to corporate resources. Without adequate security protection, these device remain susceptible to exploitation.
SMobile is the world leader at providing AntiSpyware and AntiVirus protection to mobile devices. The SMobile Security Shield software runs in the background to immediately detect and remove malicious files and programs as they attempt to enter a device. On a routine basis, the solution will automatically receive updates from SMobile security servers and scan the entire device and memory cards to ensure the highest possible level of protection.
Advanced Protection for Lost and Stolen Devices
Without question, the number of lost and stolen mobile devices is staggering. The ultra-portable nature of smartphones enables users to essentially carry their Personal Computer in their pocket to sporting events, grocery stores, airports, restaurants, etc., significantly increasing the chance of loss and theft.
The unique loss and theft capabilities of SMobile Security Shield enables a user or IT administrator to quickly and easily pinpoint the exact location of a lost or stolen device and have that location displayed in an online map. SMobile customers also have the option to remotely lock a device and to wipe their personal data to ensure that if it falls into the wrong hands, their personal and business data will not be accessed. As an added bonus, the personal data can be remotely backed-up and easily imported into a new device.
AntiSpam
Corporate and business users cannot allow themselves to be interrupted by unwanted text messages and voice communications. SMobile Security Shield allows users to blacklist unwanted communications, so that undesired calls and messages are automatically and silently stopped from being received on the mobile device
Firewall
Connecting to the Internet and using Wireless Hotspots is a convenient means to stay connected and increase productivity. Unfortunately, connecting directly to networks along side numerous unknown devices is a tremendous security risk. With the Firewall capabilities of SMobile Security Shield, users can rest assured that their device interfaces are protected against direct attacks and scans that can unwontedly disclose information and lead to exploitation.

