Make sure you have a plan in place in case something goes wrong. However, here are five best Android apps to find your phone:
Android Device Manager
Android Device Manager is a functionality that is built into every Google Android device and can be turned on by simply flipping a setting. You can learn more on how to do that by clicking here.
Once enabled, you can use Android Device Manager on your Android device or computer to find your device. From there, you can get it back, wipe the device, sound an alarm so you can find it, and even reset your lock screen PIN. It is an essential tool that is built right into Android and you should definitely take advantage of it.
Family Locator
Family Locator by Life360 does exactly what the app name says it does. It allows you to create a collective with your family and friends and then you can keep track of where they are through their smartphone (s).
This is also very useful in case one of your friends or family loses a smartphone. You will be able to use the app to find it and help them get it back. Since this is more of an app that finds people rather than smartphones, it doesn’t have as many stolen phone features but it’s still better than nothing and it’s great for parents!
Cerberus
Cerberus has long been the name people think of when it comes to anti-theft applications. It has a diverse set of features that include locking and resetting your phone, sounding alarms, displaying messages on screen for thieves to read, and it even has access to the front-facing camera so you can take a picture of the thief.
You can also hide Cerberus from the app drawer so people don’t suspect that it’s there, remote shell into your device, and record audio from the mic. It’s powerful and it’s an app everyone should think of getting.
Prey Anti-Theft
Prey is an app that has been around for a while that many people trust. Its entire purpose is to help you find your phone if it goes missing but is more lightweight than something like Cerberus.
It has the basic features like finding your phone, locking your device, and setting off an alarm. You will also be able to take pictures to see where your device may be and gather network information to see where your device has been. It seems to work for most people and that is what really matters.
Where’s My Droid
Where’s My Droid has been around for a long time and although it looks simple, this little app has a lot of power. It has the basic features like finding your phone, locking it up, and more.
The unique features include the ability to send “GPS Flare” when the battery is low so you’ll get the last location no matter what. You can also control who can find your phone by using text messages.
There is a free version that covers the very basics with a pro version that unlocks features like remote wiping, keeping the app from being uninstalled, hiding the app icon, and the ability to use a landline when activating the app.
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