While other mobile security apps focus on protecting your smartphones and tablets from malware and spyware, the Lookout app protects its users from a growing threat especially in the United States: thieves.
And while there are apps that lets users do perform a “kill switch” of sorts once your smartphone gets stolen, Lookout takes it up a notch by sending out alerts within minutes of when the app detects suspicious activity, all without user intervention.
Upon detecting the device was stolen, the app snaps a photo using the phone’s front-facing camera and record its exact location. Within minutes, the user receives a theft alert e-mail, including the “theftie” photo and a map of the gadget’s probably location. The message also provides resources to help you contact your carrier and file a police report.
While Lookout app is free on both iOS and Android, the Theft Alerts require a monthly or annual subscription of $2.99 or $29.99 respectively. Existing Lookout users are able to use the theft alerts for free until September.
Source: Mashable
