Symantec brings Norton Mobile Security to Android Smartphones
Android is a fast growing Operating System for mobile phones hence the number of viruses for Android is also growing steadily therefore it becomes necessary to use an antivirus program on your Smartphone to protect it from Viruses and Worms that may attack your mobile phone when you install third-party apps or via internet.
As of now, there are several free and paid antivirus software available on Android Market and you might be using some of them too. Symantec has decided to launch the final version of Norton Mobile Security for Android, they seem quite satisfied with how the beta version has performed. If you are looking for a more advanced antivirus software for Android, this could be a good choice.
It comes in two variants free and paid. The free version has a dedicated anti-malware module and an anti-theft module which would enable you to lock down your Android mobile phone whenever it is lost or gets stolen. The paid version comes with better protection and additional set of protective tools.
The paid version of Norton Mobile Security, Antivirus Program for Android would cost $30/yr and would have several additional protective features including anti-phishing software and ability to remotely wipe and lock data on your Smartphone, message and call blocking and much more.
The free version is definitely worth a try whereas if you want to upgrade then you must first checkout other premium antivirus software for Android available on Android Market and then make a wise decision.
Via: Android Authority
