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Consumer Products => Avast Mobile Security => Avast Mobile Security for Android => Topic started by: Vlk on December 21, 2011, 07:26:43 PM
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Hi everyone,
it's my pleasure to announce that the new avast! Mobile Security product for Android has just been officially released.
http://www.avast.com/free-mobile-security
Thanks to everyone who helped testing the beta builds, you guys have been terrific.
Now, this is just a beginning: we have a bunch of exciting new features in the pipeline, and will be adding them to the product as they become ready. So have fun, and stay tuned!
Cheers
Vlk
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Thanks, spreading the news..!! (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=90820.0)
Btw, that was a fast beta-phase..! :)
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Thnx, I will put it on Twitter :)
Greetz, Red.
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Shared on FB ;D And by the way, congrats on final version. It was a pleasure to test BETA's ;)
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Just Updated, first the mobile security then the Anti-Theft. Everything works as promised, congrats you guys are the best ;D. Hope the promised anti-theft web interface comes soon too :-*
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Congratulations and keep the wishlist opened :)
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I just put this on my Galaxy Nexus with 4.02 and it won't let me turn off my wifi. please help!
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VLK,
The date for the newest 1.0.1282 on the android market is Dec.15
Can't be correct. Is what's on the market some fake?
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The date for the newest 1.0.1282 on the android market is Dec.15
Can't be correct. Is what's on the market some fake?
You're right that the date is wrong.
Nevertheless the version 1.0.1282 is no fake. ;)
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I just put this on my Galaxy Nexus with 4.02 and it won't let me turn off my wifi. please help!
So I uninstalled the app then re-installed the ap and now I can toggle the wifi. Weird - I hope this issue doesn't come back. Sorry if I posted this in the wrong thread.
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http://my.opera.com/bob3160/blog/ (http://my.opera.com/bob3160/blog/)
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Good news and congrats!!! Avast is the only one security soft in my laptop and android phone!!!
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thanks for the new release, i have tested it and i can say this is the best!! carry on!!
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Do you have any plans for a release on the Amazon App Store for Kindle Fire?
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What is the web page to locate the cell phone GPS?
I searched the page and AVAST did not find, please help me ...
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What is the web page to locate the cell phone GPS?
I searched the page and AVAST did not find, please help me ...
What GPS ??? This is a security Suite for your Android Phone or Tablet.
You'll find it at:
http://www.avast.com/free-mobile-security (http://www.avast.com/free-mobile-security)
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What is the web page to locate the cell phone GPS?
I searched the page and AVAST did not find, please help me ...
If you're talking about the webplatform to manage (block, locate, etc.) the devices, it'll be here on Q1 2012 (https://blog.avast.com/?p=6147).
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Do you have any plans for a release on the Amazon App Store for Kindle Fire?
Anyone have any details on this?
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any deadline for the new release? ???
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Is there going to be a Avast antivirus for Symbian OS mobiles. Would definitely download..
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Is there going to be a Avast antivirus for Symbian OS mobiles. Would definitely download..
As said before, the Symbian architecture is not open for this kind of security software. Also, there is not the same security risks. You're safe.
Last but not least, the market share is against Symbian OS.
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any deadline for the new release? ???
1.0.1473 was released yesterday. :)
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That is correct!
Filip
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That is correct!
Filip
Haven't seen any announcement on the forum, though.
A short changelog would be nice. ;)
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That is correct!
Filip
Haven't seen any announcement on the forum, though.
A short changelog would be nice. ;)
+1
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OK, since it's a minor update, I'll just put it here.
An incomplete changelog of avast! Mobile Security 1.0.1473 as seen on Android Market:
* Multiple bug fixes including a fix for the automatic updates bug.
* Added an option to change language in application settings.
* Added passworded avast! Anti-Theft removal wizard to avast! Mobile Security settings.
* The firewall can now be toggled between "Deny selected" and "Allow selected" modes.
Filip
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Thanks Filip. :)
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Thanks.
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OK, since it's a minor update, I'll just put it here.
An incomplete changelog of avast! Mobile Security 1.0.1473 as seen on Android Market:
* Multiple bug fixes including a fix for the automatic updates bug.
* Added an option to change language in application settings.
* Added passworded avast! Anti-Theft removal wizard to avast! Mobile Security settings.
* The firewall can now be toggled between "Deny selected" and "Allow selected" modes.
Filip
Changing language, it's good. But Avast make me sad. It's Czech company, right? I can chose from English (I understand that English is most used language for IT....), Portuguese, Italian.... Why Portuguese? Why not Czech? I don't understand why the Czech company don't respect (or prefer little bit) national users? So I am sorry for my angry, but it's still like the same, and unfortunately not only in Avast :-( Our small country is not so good for business and for retrospection. The question is, when Avast will obtain native language?
I have no antivirus in phone, I wait for avast, because I really like it and Trust the Avast team. (I really don't trust eg. AVG on mobile and for Windows too) Keep good working :-)
Thanks for answering.
Charla
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Why Portuguese?
1. Because I've done the translation :)
2. Because Brazil is the 1st avast market for PC.
3. Because Brazil is the third avast market for mobile.
Charla, the Czech version will come soon. I wish I could speak Czech :)
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I already see the translators working on Czech so i can confirm :-)
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All,
Long time not share and follow in this forum...i missed all of you..finally avast has released android protection...i am not patient to try it...
cheers,
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Installed AMS on my SGS2 rooted phone. Enabled "Anti-theft" feature and restarted the phone...but the AMS is not on Stealth mode. It is still "visible" in both the Notification Bar as well as in the Apps list...is this normal?
Thanks
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Installed AMS on my SGS2 rooted phone. Enabled "Anti-theft" feature and restarted the phone...but the AMS is not on Stealth mode. It is still "visible" in both the Notification Bar as well as in the Apps list...is this normal?
Yes, only the AT part is hidden.
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Dear All,
pl.help me install free antivirus on my windows 6.5 mobile HTC HD mini T5555.
I don't know my mobile with Android or no.
Thanks and advance ,
Shakeel
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pl.help me install free antivirus...
http://files.avast.com/files/documentation/mobile-security-user-guide-en.pdf
https://support.avast.com/index.php?_m=knowledgebase&_a=viewarticle&kbarticleid=1034
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pl.help me install free antivirus on my windows 6.5 mobile HTC HD mini T5555.
I don't know my mobile with Android or no.
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The short answer is that you can't as you don't have an android (operating system) phone, you have a phone with a Windows 6.5 phone operating system. This isn't a supported operating system.
What are the system requirements for avast! Free Mobile Security?
In order to install and run avast! Free Mobile Security, any phone capable of running operating systems Android 2.1.x, 2.2.x or 2.3.x is required.
Note:
avast! Free Mobile security isn't supported (isn't compatible, cannot be installed and won't run) on Symbian, iOS, Microsoft Windows Phone/Mobile, Bada, WebOS, or any other operating system which is not specified as supported.
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Hi everyone,
long time no see, right? :) An update of avast! Mobile Security has been released on Android Market, it might take some time (maybe even hours) from now before you get notified about the update availability, but I just thought I will let you know pretty soon this time :) The version is now 1.0.1590 and an incomplete changelog is here:
1) Multiple bug fixes.
2) Added Czech language pack.
3) Better memory management during SD card scan.
Hope you like it! Feedback is welcome of course :)
Filip
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It's already available ;) Thanks!
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I see it is available as an update when I use the MyApps in the market, but clicking on update doesn't actually update just bring up the Open - Uninstall interface.
So it might be a while as you mentioned.
EDIT: Just tried it again and this time the Update came up and has now installed.
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I see it is available as an update when I use the MyApps in the market, but clicking on update doesn't actually update just bring up the Open - Uninstall interface.
Sometimes restart of phone really helps :) I have this from time to time.
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Just waiting a little while and trying again worked fine second time around.
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Hi everyone,
long time no see, right? :) An update of avast! Mobile Security has been released on Android Market, it might take some time (maybe even hours) from now before you get notified about the update availability, but I just thought I will let you know pretty soon this time :) The version is now 1.0.1590 and an incomplete changelog is here:
1) Multiple bug fixes.
2) Added Czech language pack.
3) Better memory management during SD card scan.
Hope you like it! Feedback is welcome of course :)
Filip
Is there a complete changelog someplace? Do you know if it now shows scanning when updating apps, and whether it has a log we so hope for?
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Public changelog? No, sorry. And I'm afraid I have to say no to both of your questions. As far as I know we didn't change anything in the install/update detection so if it didn't work on your tablet before, I fear it won't work with this version either.
Filip
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Could someone please confirm whether I can install the latest Avast Mobile Security onto a Nokia 6700 slide platform ??? http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_6700_slide-3035.php
Thank you
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Could someone please confirm whether I can install the latest Avast Mobile Security onto a Nokia 6700 slide platform ??? http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_6700_slide-3035.php
Thank you
Symbian OS v9.3, S60 rel. 3.2 I thought there are already posts in here stating that the Symbian OS is not supported. ???
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Thanks Bob.............Darn! :( I wish Avast could make this available cause I'm not going to buy another phone.
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Thanks Bob.............Darn! :( I wish Avast could make this available cause I'm not going to another phone.
Sorry, I like my Nexus (http://www.google.com/nexus/) and avast! Mobil Security is keeping it safe. :)
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Thanks Bob.............Darn! :( I wish Avast could make this available cause I'm not going to another phone.
Sorry, I like my Nexus (http://www.google.com/nexus/) and avast! Mobil Security is keeping it safe. :)
bob can you help me? http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=92467.0
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Thanks Bob.............Darn! :( I wish Avast could make this available cause I'm not going to another phone.
Sorry, I like my Nexus (http://www.google.com/nexus/) and avast! Mobil Security is keeping it safe. :)
bob can you help me? http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=92467.0 (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=92467.0)
I wish I could. But, the developers are already working with you.
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Hi everyone,
a new version of avast! Mobile Security has been released on Android Market a few minutes ago! Might take some time before you see it available, but it's there :) New version is 1.0.1883 and the changelog is as follows:
1) Multiple bug fixes.
2) Added Polish, Hungarian, Korean and Simplified Chinese language packs.
3) More information provided in the the virus shield dialog and the virus scanner log.
4) Improved error messages during Anti-Theft installation.
Hope you like it, feedback is welcome :)
Filip
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thnx Filip :)
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Yes AMS version 1.0.1883 is available on the Android Market now.
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Sorry everyone, there was a new (and nasty) bug introduced in the released version so we decided to fix it asap. There is a new version 1.0.1892 on Android Market which should fix it :) Enjoy.
Filip
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Thanks, downloading.
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Dear sir,
It's so good to hear the newest release of avast mobile. I am one of the fans of avast. But, you know, for some political reasons, people can not open google website, let alone google's android market.
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Hi everyone,
I have just released a new version of avast! Mobile Security on the Google Play :) The new 1.0.2129 version features:
* Multiple bug fixes.
* Added Japanese and Dutch language packs.
* Scan of the SD card(s) now starts immediately.
* Added an option to keep the CPU running while scanning significantly increasing the speed of the automatic scan.
* Added an option to offer blocking of messages from numbers not in contact list upon their arrival.
* Enhanced usability of the password dialog.
Some of the fixed bugs:
* Icon disappearance on ICS.
* Firewall list lag.
* Firewall not working correctly on ICS with data plan set and enabled.
* Pin code (avast! password) being displayed in clear text in landscape device orientation (fixed in AMS now, will be fixed in the next AT release for AT as well).
* Application manager not showing all the applications when sorted by name.
* Virus definitions update errors not showing correct strings.
Hope you enjoy it, feedback welcome as always :)
Filip
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Thanks Filp, update went without problem, Galaxy Nexus (ICS 4.0.2).
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Thanks Filp, update went without problem, Galaxy Nexus (ICS 4.0.2).
Same as David just from a different part of the world. ;D
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Tethering my internet connection on this Galaxy Nexus protected by avast! Mobile Security
is now my secure connection to the internet while away from home. :)
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Filip, working here on Galaxy Nexus 4.0.4 Google factory.
Curiosity: why didn't the upgrade occur automatically and requires to be manually started?
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Must admit I noticed that I had to manually update... But still, early days
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Thanks Filip, updating now :)
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I think that we needed to add a new permission for the new SMS block offer feature so that's probably why the update had to be manual.
Filip
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http://blog.eset.com/2012/08/30/finfisher-helps-people-spy-on-you-via-your-cellphone-for-good-or-evil?wpmp_tp=0 Does AMS cover this?
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As above?
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Hi,
yes, it's being detected as a PUP.
Filip
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That's great. Thanks Filip.
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Hi Ondrej,
This new version is still unavailable to download in google play. May i know when is exactly is official releases?
cheers,
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Given that this topic was started almost a year ago, that AMS program update would have been long gone and superseded.
As far as I'm aware I have the latest version (see my signature).
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You can also get it via the Market section in Avast! for Windows.
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Hi i wanna know what's happen with virus database update if i don't have space on my phone memory, but i have free space on my sd card? It's there any chance to have an option to store antvirus database update on sd card?Thx
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Hi,
you need to have approximately 100kB of phone memory for virus database file. I think that your device won't let you install any new apps if you are below some threshold, usually at least 10MB so you should be fine.
Filip
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I installed AMS (minus Anti-theft) on my new Nexus 7 tablet and so far, so good. It's updating automatically and working fine.
Can the AV be tested by downloading the EICAR file?
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Hi,
yes, although at the moment I think that it will be caught only when performing manual SD card scan.
But you can download an "eicar" app from Google Play and that should be caught the same way any other malware would be.
Filip
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I installed AMS (minus Anti-theft) on my new Nexus 7 tablet and so far, so good. It's updating automatically and working fine.
Can the AV be tested by downloading the EICAR file?
Why aren't you using the anti-theft feature ???
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I installed AMS (minus Anti-theft) on my new Nexus 7 tablet and so far, so good. It's updating automatically and working fine.
Can the AV be tested by downloading the EICAR file?
Why aren't you using the anti-theft feature ???
Two reasons. It looked like it was meant mainly for phones which obviously would be in much greater danger of being lost or stolen. I doubt if I will ever use this tablet on any other network but my home one and it does not have broadband capability. It can not connect to phone type Wi-Fi.
The second reason is it said something about needing elevated access privileges and I just didn't want to do that.
I tested AMS against Eicar and it passed with flying colors. I downloaded the test file and it detected and deleted it during a full scan. I then tried to install the Eicar test app from the Google Play store and it also detected that and uninstalled it. All reviews I have seen of Android security apps unanimously say that AMS is the best you can get.
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My Nexus 7 connects through my Smart Phone (Tethering) and since it goes on the road with me,
the Theft Protection is essential. :)
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My Nexus 7 connects through my Smart Phone (Tethering) and since it goes on the road with me,
the Theft Protection is essential. :)
I don't have a Smart Phone so I can't tether the tablet. I can definitely see why you need the anti-theft feature though.
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I just got an update of AMS from Google Play.
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That's good then :)
Filip
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Yes, just got avast! mobile security 2.0.3377 update.
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An changelog would be great!
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It's on Google Play, but I can post it here as well, why not:
• Simplified Anti-Theft installation
• New "Low-battery notification" feature in Anti-Theft component
• Network Meter now has a "Billing day" option
• Fixed various issues in Firewall and Call/SMS filter
• Web Shield now supports Boat Browser app and Boat Browser Mini app
• Added a Turkish language pack
• Minor user interface (UI) changes
• Other tweaks and bugfixes
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Thanks Filip. :-)
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It will be nice to update avast when a newer version is avaible direct from avast interface. And add support for dolphin browser.
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When an update is available it will be placed on the google play site only at that point would it be available and should be updated automatically; so I can't see the point of having a manual process.
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I have the Dolphin Browser on my list for a long time now, will hopefully get to it in Q1.
Filip
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I have the Dolphin Browser on my list for a long time now, will hopefully get to it in Q1.
Filip
OMG that's a good news. Thx Filip :)
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But no promises of course! :)
Filip
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Awww, c'mon, Dolphin is the best Android browser out there. :)
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Awww, c'mon, Dolphin is the best Android browser out there. :)
Yup +1000 :D
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Any hope for Dolphin browser support in next update?
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I wouldn't count on it, sorry.
Filip
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I wouldn't count on it, sorry.
Filip
That's too bad. Dolphin is a great browser. :(
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I wouldn't count on it, sorry.
Filip
Ok, but it will be added in the feature, or not?
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I'm in no position to make any promises, sorry.
Filip
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There is a new update on the play store it seems? What's the changelog?
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Yes, just seen it awaiting update, 2.0.3849.
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Yes which is why I thought there would be a changelog? How you doing David? :-)
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Yes which is why I thought there would be a changelog and seen there was not decided to ask for one. How you doing David? :-)
Just fine thanks, yourself ?
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I am fine thanks for asking. 8)
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Hi,
I have been told not to release any new features/notable changes/fixes and do a release with internal changes only. So there is not much to say about the release from user point of view :(
Filip
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I have been told not to release any new features/notable changes/fixes
Good... Seems you're baking some great things for us :)
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Hi,
I have been told not to release any new features/notable changes/fixes and do a release with internal changes only. So there is not much to say about the release from user point of view :(
Filip
Erm well that's strange................Ah well never mind. :-)
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Hi,
I have been told not to release any new features/notable changes/fixes and do a release with internal changes only. So there is not much to say about the release from user point of view :(
Filip
Very strange, whilst google play when you go to update would surely have what's new/changed in this update would it not ?
I'm not that curious so I didn't check the google play update details for avast mobile security when I updated it.
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Very strange, whilst google play when you go to update would surely have what's new/changed in this update would it not ?
Nope, you'll find only the old news there.
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Hi,
you are going to see a new version on Google Play soon (2.0.3917), it only contains new virus definitions since it seems that the previous one resulted in FPs in some companies that use our product which are having internal troubles with definitions updates. So they asked us to release a new version on Google Play with FPs fixed which we did. You won't find anything new in the product itself.
Filip
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Thanks for the info Filip.
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Thanks for the info.
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Thanks for the update, installing.
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direct link please !
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Sorry there is no direct line as far as I'm aware, Google Play or whatever location you got avast from Amazon or other tablet site, etc.
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Filip, won't the virus definitions update zolve it? I mean, would it require a program update? Why doesn't avast update the data base right after the installation and before the first scanning?
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So two updates which do not benefit the personal consumer one bit. Ah well 3rd time lucky perhaps.
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So two updates which do not benefit the personal consumer one bit. Ah well 3rd time lucky perhaps.
I don't see it like that, for a start it is helping those who do have a problem. Not to mention if you look at the difference in the build number it seems to be more than just a fix for an FP.
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No it's helping companies not personal users. I take your build number statement on board but to counter that none of that is visible to the end user. I stand by my original statement as nothing that has happened directly add features or add any added value (to the personal user apart from the pain of updating of course). Internally sure changes have been made which was the reason one update occurred. This update was for a totally different reason. Maybe I should change my original comment to 2 updates no new features. Am I having a little moan? Maybe. When it's all said and done does it really matter? Not really just thought it needed to be said.
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No it's helping companies not personal users. I take your build number statement on board but to counter that none of that is visible to the end user. I stand by my original statement as nothing that has happened directly add features or add any added value (to the personal user apart from the pain of updating of course). Internally sure changes have been made which was the reason one update occurred. This update was for a totally different reason. Maybe I should change my original comment to 2 updates no new features. Am I having a little moan? Maybe. When it's all said and done does it really matter? Not really just thought it needed to be said.
If you had to pay for this, I might see your point. Since you're getting this for free, what is there to complain about ??? ???
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Lol I knew someone would come up with that old chestnut! It's free so we should put up with things like this. No! So in your mind somebody gives you a cake for free of course. In that cake are ants and all kinds of crap but you eat it anyway because it's free. Now the same thing applies but you bought it from a shop you would go back to the shop and make a lot of noise yes? Point over!
P.S. Personally I would make noise in both cases why? Well in the case of the cake I am expected to eat it. In the case of software use it. I feel sorry for people that accept second best because things are free. As the song goes the best things in life are free. Which I agree with up to a point.
Song quoted was by Janet Jackson and Luther Vandross.
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Filip, won't the virus definitions update zolve it? I mean, would it require a program update? Why doesn't avast update the data base right after the installation and before the first scanning?
Hi,
it does, but as I said, it seems that they are (were) having some internal issues with definitions updates (not really related to the app itself) so the definitions were not being updated before the first scan. They might have been, for example, blocking access to sites outside their country and we have update servers all over the world causing the update to fail. But that's just a wild guess.
Filip
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Lol I knew someone would come up with that old chestnut! It's free so we should put up with things like this. No! So in your mind somebody gives you a cake for free of course. In that cake are ants and all kinds of crap but you eat it anyway because it's free. Now the same thing applies but you bought it from a shop you would go back to the shop and make a lot of noise yes? Point over!
P.S. Personally I would make noise in both cases why? Well in the case of the cake I am expected to eat it. In the case of software use it. I feel sorry for people that accept second best because things are free. As the song goes the best things in life are free. Which I agree with up to a point.
Song quoted was by Janet Jackson and Luther Vandross.
You obviously like to twist words to suit your purpose and enjoy arguing so I'll let you argue with yourself.
Have a great day. :)
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If you had to pay for this, I might see your point. Since you're getting this for free, what is there to complain about ??? ???
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For a start your post (or the tone of it) was quite dismissive . I told you 1st why your argument holds no water as so what if it's free does that means we/I have to expect less? Nope not me. 2nd I told you what I was complaining about. The fact that after I have gone to the trouble to explain to you why I feel the way I do, you then dismiss me again and to add insult to injury go on like your the injured party! I would say a lot more but I do respect this forum and I would not want to lower myself by giving the reaction that I can now see that I am being pushed towards. Good day sir!
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What you have to expect is that the product is updated when there is a need, whatever that reason might be. Just because this update doesn't specifically effect you doesn't mean that it shouldn't have been done.
There are many software updates (not just avast) that don't directly effect all users, many are to ensure compatibility with new OS versions and new programs.
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I was not talking about the new builds as such only in the context of 2 updates in quick succession and nothing "new" ie feature wise. Everything else ie the free argument came out of nowhere. Of course you are right in the respect of updates as if they need to be done then so be it.
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They don't need to have anything new as such if they are corrections, that is what program updates also do.
Unlike the windows versions of avast where the 'virus definitions and engine' updates are possible, plus the emergency update function. These functions aren't available in the android AMS so program corrections have to be done in a program update.
I haven't once mentioned free as it is irrelevant to the reason for the update.
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I was not referring to you with the free comment. I have already stated that it was not about the updates it was just about the fact that there was 2 updates and not any new features and that was it. Everything else is just added noise. Sorry David as it sounds like I having a go at you which is not my intention but I have explained that fact many many many times before. Please re read my original post that kicked this all off and you will see that was the case.
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Hi everyone,
soon you should get an update from Google Play to version 2.0.4303. Here are the main things you should notice after the update:
• Simplified Anti-Theft setup (AMS and AAT)
• New Anti-Theft user interface (AAT)
• Improved uninstall protection of apps (AMS)
• File Shield (also scans downloads) (AMS)
• Full activity log (AMS)
• Option to disable sending SMS to avast! Account (AAT)
• Folder scanning (AMS)
• Vietnamese localization (AMS and AAT)
Thanks and hope you enjoy the improvements.
Filip
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Hi everyone,
soon you should get an update from Google Play to version 2.0.4303. Here are the main things you should notice after the update:
• Simplified Anti-Theft setup
• New Anti-Theft user interface
• Improved uninstall protection of apps
• File Shield (also scans downloads)
• Full activity log
• Option to disable sending SMS to avast! Account
• Folder scanning
• Vietnamese localization
Thanks and hope you enjoy the improvements.
Filip
Very nice! Loving the new interface so far! I did notice, however, that you guys put the location of Avast! Anti-Theft's update checker in two different menus in the app itself, which seemed a bit odd. Overall though, no complaints. Love how much faster it's loading too!
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Interesting, not seeing it on google play as an update.
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Google Play didn't try to auto-update me either. To be fair, though, I manually updated it through Avast! Mobile Security instead, rather than checking Google Play via the app after I read the announcement.
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Thanks for the feedback will have more time for forum now as new release is out.
Google Play takes some time to distribute the new APKs. Stay tuned, should be there in a few hours.
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Yes, just got it now.
EDIT: I noticed that the program version after update is 2.0.4304 not .40303 as mentioned.
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you are right, is a mistake in forum :-)
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Seems my Avast! Mobile Security decided to update again after the manual one. That was a bit odd, but all seems well again. ;D
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• Folder scanning
Where can I find how this is done?
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Hi everyone,
soon you should get an update from Google Play to version 2.0.4303. Here are the main things you should notice after the update:
• Simplified Anti-Theft setup (AMS and AAT)
• New Anti-Theft user interface (AAT)
• Improved uninstall protection of apps (AMS)
• File Shield (also scans downloads) (AMS)
• Full activity log (AMS)
• Option to disable sending SMS to avast! Account (AAT)
• Folder scanning (AMS)
• Vietnamese localization (AMS and AAT)
Thanks and hope you enjoy the improvements.
Filip
is the adware detection added yet?
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is the adware detection added yet?
Not yet. Google has hardened your policy...
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is the adware detection added yet?
Not yet. Google has hardened your policy...
how?
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Hello,
Please update the Vietnamese localization to the description.
I'm Vietnamese translator for AMS & AAT. Would I join the avast! translator group in the forum?
Binh
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Hello,
Please update the Vietnamese localization to the description.
I'm Vietnamese translator for AMS & AAT. Would I join the avast! translator group in the forum?
Binh
Hi
I'm not sure what are we talking about here :-O What description needs to be updated?
I don't handle translators or forum rights so I suggest you contact Trevor or with whoever you coordinated the translation with :)
Filip
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• Folder scanning
Where can I find how this is done?
Check out Virus Scanner, it's there.
Filip
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Hi
I'm not sure what are we talking about here :-O What description needs to be updated?
I don't handle translators or forum rights so I suggest you contact Trevor or with whoever you coordinated the translation with :)
Filip
Hi Filip,
I'm talking about the description of AMS on Google Play. "Available Languages" not updated Vietnamese yet.
Binh
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Hi Filip,
I'm talking about the description of AMS on Google Play. "Available Languages" not updated Vietnamese yet.
Binh
Ah OK, didn't know it's in the description as well. Added :)
Filip
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• Folder scanning
Where can I find how this is done?
Check out Virus Scanner, it's there.
Filip
All I see are options to scan apps and scan storage, the same options as before. I had not noticed that with the long press option you can scan folders. Thanks!
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All I see are options to scan apps and scan storage, the same options as before. I had not noticed that with the long press option you can scan folders. Thanks!
You should read more carefully then :) Check out description of the "Scan storage" option.
Filip
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Notification text is still misaligned compared to others (3G Watchdog and DrWeb AV). I don't understand how can everyone else align it properly, just not avast!...
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Notification text is still misaligned compared to others (3G Watchdog and DrWeb AV). I don't understand how can everyone else align it properly, just not avast!...
As I already said, we use our own notification layout to display everything as we want it. The drawback is that it might not be aligned properly (or be the same size) on all ROMs. If we would align it on your ROM, RejZoR, we would misalign it on other ROMs in exchange.
Filip
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Ever thought your proprietary "layout" isn't good then? I can't seem to think of a single thing that avast! does so differently than others, that it needs something completelly different system for notification part. The thing is, avast! seems to be plagued with GUI being unrepairable messed up on various parts because of some rather stupid reasons. On PC, Last Update Attempt is misaligned and from what they said "there is no easy way to fix it". Say what!? avast! Mobile Security, exactly the same thing, just for notification bar. If you can't fix such trivial problems because program coding doesn't allow it, then you're probably doing something horribly wrong...
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Rejzor can you show me what you mean by "misaligned notification bar" as yes I understand what you mean but is it really that bad?
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I have similar issue with on my jellybean phone. I reported sometime ago but got the same answer.
I could live with it as this is simply the best one in the market.
But all the other apps I am using are following jellybean style I would think it might make life easy to get rid off the
proprietary notification design.
Rejzor can you show me what you mean by "misaligned notification bar" as yes I understand what you mean but is it really that bad?
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Hi,
first of all, our custom notification layout follows the Android guidelines and is aligned properly on our devices. If some custom ROM has different layout, it's not really our fault. Second, instead of sleeping last night, I figured out how to fix the layout on ICS+ devices so if you are using some of those, you should be fine. It can't be done on pre-ICS devices cause the notifications there are different.
So RejZoR, you owe me a few hours of sleep. The modified notifications should hopefully be included in the next version. If you are using a pre-ICS ROM then you are out of luck.
Filip
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It does not effect me but great work Filip.
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I'm not using a custom ROM, i'm using stock Samsung ROM for Galaxy S2 (updated through integrated updater). It was misaligned on 4.0.4 and also on current 4.1.2. We'll see how it goes now.
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there is an update today. What's it? what's new?
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I don't believe there is as it looks like someone posting on an old topic making it appear there is a new update.
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I don't believe there is as it looks like someone posting on an old topic making it appear there is a new update.
Google Play Store says it was updated April 8th. I have version 2.0.4304.
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Nope, there is no update (afaik). Maybe Google fixed issues with Google Play they have been having for about a week now.
Filip
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I don't believe there is as it looks like someone posting on an old topic making it appear there is a new update.
Google Play Store says it was updated April 8th. I have version 2.0.4304.
I have had that version for a while now.
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The avast! Mobile Security is the best antivirus for mobile phones! I rated it 5 stars on Google Play!!! ;)
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Hi everyone,
you should see version 2.0.4400 available on Google Play soon. This time I have a more thorough list of changes for you folks here on the forum :) Here it goes:
- Initial Privacy Advisor scan should no longer repeat itself after going into the feature from dashboard
- Added "App security timeout" to AMS Settings (time after you have to insert PIN again to get into AMS after leaving)
- Completely changed layout of notifications on ICS+ devices (that's 4.0+ for those who are not familiar with the abbreviations)
- File Shield's "scan files when reading" should be turned off by default
- Uninstall Protection should now properly reset itself after the screen has been turned off
- Some other bugfixes (usually crashes resulting in AMS restart)
Hope you like it, especially the new notification layout! 8)
Filip
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Any word as to when you will be adding Web Shield protection for Firefox?
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Hi,
it's not planned at the moment, sorry. There is no official API for Firefox as far as I know so I'm not saying it's not possible, but it sure is not something I could do during a lunch break.
Filip
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Hi,
it's not planned at the moment, sorry. There is no official API for Firefox as far as I know so I'm not saying it's not possible, but it sure is not something I could do during a lunch break.
Filip
What browsers are or will be supported ? Thanks!
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Hi,
list of currently supported browsers is inside Web Shield option in Shield Control so you can check it out by yourself.
Filip
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Great update once again! Thanks to all involved. :-)
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thanks. it is perfect in my jellybean now.
Hope you like it, especially the new notification layout! 8)
Filip
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Thx for the notification text alignment fix Filip. It looks perfect now. Now you only have to add option for "Air Push Ads" detection under PUP detection and it will be perfect in every way i'll ever need it.
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Windows 8 (http://template-css.com/55-ustanovka-i-udalenie-windows-8.html)
Thx for the notification text alignment fix Filip. It looks perfect now. Now you only have to add option for "Air Push Ads" detection under PUP detection and it will be perfect in every way i'll ever need it.
A good suggestion! I think so too.
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PLEASE HELP
Disabling the "Virsu Scan" does not work.
I have unched "Scan Apps", "Scan Storage", and "Automatic Storage" in Avast Mobile Security>Virus Scan
But still whenever I close avast mobile security, use other apps, then come back to avast mobile security, it shows in the "log"
"On Exec" Scan was performed on the apps.
I want to disable this feature. Please please help.
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PLEASE HELP
Disabling the "Virsu Scan" does not work.
I have unched "Scan Apps", "Scan Storage", and "Automatic Storage" in Avast Mobile Security>Virus Scan
But still whenever I close avast mobile security, use other apps, then come back to avast mobile security, it shows in the "log"
"On Exec" Scan was performed on the apps.
I want to disable this feature. Please please help.
Hi,
you have to disable shields you don't want to be running in Shield Control.
Filip
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Thanks, filip it worked
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Hi everyone,
you should see version 2.0.4675 available on Google Play soon. This is pretty much the complete changelog:
• Added option to disable automatic saving of the Activity Log to SD card
• Improved File Shield to reduce CPU, memory and battery consumption
• SMS block offer is now available on all Android versions
• Fixed UI issues on some Sony Ericsson devices
Filip
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Thanks for the changelog I have not had the new build yet but keep up the great work!
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Got it yesterday evening CET time.
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There is still high processor load when using some apps (Daily mail online) I have ticked and unticked the file scan option scan files whilst reading but it's still high.
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there is a new update again today?
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There is still high processor load when using some apps (Daily mail online) I have ticked and unticked the file scan option scan files whilst reading but it's still high.
Will take a look at it next week, but from first observations it seems that the app you mentioned downloads a LOT OF stuff to SD card (I read two articles and it says 70MB were downloaded).
there is a new update again today?
Nope, seems like Google's fault again.
Filip
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Yep it does you are right as it uses the SD card as a cache saving the pictures in a articles you have viewed/selected. Which you have to then go into your SD card and manually delete. Fun!
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Yep it does you are right as it uses the SD card as a cache saving the pictures in a articles you have viewed/selected. Which you have to then go into your SD card and manually delete. Fun!
Sounds like fun :)
Filip
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Oh it is! Download it and have some fun!
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Hi everyone,
you should see version 2.0.4808 available on Google Play soon. The changelog is pretty short this time:
• Simplified installation wizard
• Uninstall protection and File Shield turned off by default
• PIN protection is now optional
• Added Belarusian localization
Filip
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Thanks Filip.
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Why are they both turned off?
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Why are they both turned off?
Someone is currently thinking we are getting negative user feedback because of them so this decision has been made. There is nothing wrong with the features as far as I know (meaning they work correctly).
Filip
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I turned them back on :)
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I turned them back on :)
Yeah, I have them on as well. It's true that someone might be experiencing, for example, elevated RAM usage with File Shield turned on, but such users should think about organizing their SD cards better in my opinion (and not having tens of thousands folders there).
Filip
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Why are they both turned off?
Someone is currently thinking we are getting negative user feedback because of them so this decision has been made. There is nothing wrong with the features as far as I know (meaning they work correctly).
Filip
I fear there is likely to be more negative feedback if you find that a security program doesn't have that security enabled by default. It kind of makes it pointless to install it in the first place, I say this as the majority of user probably aren't that savvy and would expect it to be enabled.
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Thanks for the heads up. My protection is turned on again. :)
Agree with David in his analogy.
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Thanks for the heads up. My protection is turned on again. :)
Agree with David in his analogy.
I'm actually a little taken back that the protection for all users are decreased to satisfy one users complaint
about increased battery use ??
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Hi guys,
I myself was against turning off the File Shield, but this was not my decision unfortunately. We will see how it turns out, I fear the same you do.
Filip
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Someone is currently thinking we are getting negative user feedback because of them so this decision has been made.
I was experiencing lagging and slowness with both options turned on.
I've blamed the ROM but, now, after testing I could say it's not ROM related.
I will turned on again to see the impact.
Yeah, I have them on as well. It's true that someone might be experiencing, for example, elevated RAM usage with File Shield turned on, but such users should think about organizing their SD cards better in my opinion (and not having tens of thousands folders there).
What do you mean? I was with RAM usage with File Shield on. I have only the folders needed/created by the apps I have. How can I optimize the folder tree? Why is it related to File Shield? I mean, the number of the folders?
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I turned them back on :)
Both? Read and write?
What were the defaults? If I remember correctly, one was on and other was off. Can't remember exactly...
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What do you mean? I was with RAM usage with File Shield on. I have only the folders needed/created by the apps I have. How can I optimize the folder tree? Why is it related to File Shield? I mean, the number of the folders?
Yeah, that's unfortunately how it works on Android (number of folders directly impact RAM usage). I think you should be fine if you only have folders you mentioned. I think that usual apps create maybe 5 folders on average on SD card so having 100 apps that's 500 folders, that's just fine.
What were the defaults? If I remember correctly, one was on and other was off. Can't remember exactly...
Write on, read off.
Filip
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I suppose the PIN will ALWAYS be necessary to uninstall the AT part. Am I wrong?
With the new update, AMS started without a PIN...
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I suppose the PIN will ALWAYS be necessary to uninstall the AT part. Am I wrong?
With the new update, AMS started without a PIN...
Yes, this affects AMS only.
Filip
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I have the updated app and almost everything is ticked the only thing that is not ticked is pin protection. Even writing and reading files scan is on. Hmmmmm am I lucky or unlucky? :)
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I think that it shouldn't change for people who explicitely changed any of the settings at any time :) So if you played with the File Shield, it will remain set up as you had before.
Filip
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Thanks Filip I am one of the people effected by the high CPU/battery usage but I would still prefer to keep them all ticked. My thinking is batteries are cheaper to buy then replacing a virus bricked phone.
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Battery drain on my Galaxy Nexus had nothing to do with avast!.
It cleared up once google updated to version 4.2 and has been great ever since.
Current Android version is 4.2.1
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Current Android version on my Galaxy Nexus is 4.2.2 and has been for some time.
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Battery drain on my Galaxy Nexus had nothing to do with avast!.
It cleared up once google updated to version 4.2 and has been great ever since.
Current Android version is 4.2.1
I am pleased your phone is not effected but sadly that does not mean that other versions of android or phone manufacturers are not. I am only posting this because your post directly follows mine and you seem to imply that battery drain is solely or mostly dependent on what version of android you run but of course it's not as simple as that. I am running gingerbread 2.3.5. which is not great but it's battery management as a whole is quite good.
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For me, the battery drain was dependent on the version of android that was running.
Before the update to 4.1 happened, I was down to 3 1/2 hour of phone usage.
Now I can go more than 24 hrs before a charge is required.
@David,
You must get better update service in your country. :)
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That's quite a big jump! Still I am sure you are pleased with the extra battery life.
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That's quite a big jump! Still I am sure you are pleased with the extra battery life.
If you're referring to extra battery life due to the latest avast! update, there isn't any.
I've restored the unchecked protection which is what I installed the program for in the first place and,
for me, avast! was never the cause of a short battery life.
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No I was referring to your android update. AMS updates for me are very much suck em and see as some are worse for battery life then others which I assume is caused by the processor load being too high. (600mhz processor top of the range!) ;D
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Hi guys,
soon to be on Google Play - version 2.0.4993. Contains mainly new stuff regarding the infamous OBAD malware, I think you should see some blog post about it today.
Filip
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Hi guys,
soon to be on Google Play - version 2.0.4993. Contains mainly new stuff regarding the infamous OBAD malware, I think you should see some blog post about it today.
Filip
Thanks. There are a lot of "bad" news and alerts here in Brasil regarding to OBAD.
For instance, -http://olhardigital.uol.com.br/produtos/digital_news/noticias/malware-imortal-para-android-surpreende-especialistas
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Here is the blog post, as promised :) http://blog.avast.com/2013/06/17/androidobad-malware-gets-smarter-so-does-avast/
Filip
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Here is the blog post, as promised :) http://blog.avast.com/2013/06/17/androidobad-malware-gets-smarter-so-does-avast/
Filip
Already translated :)
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Thanks, spreading the news..!! (http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=90820.0)
Btw, that was a fast beta-phase..! :)
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I wonder why Avast team don't publish here, on the forum, announcements about new AMS versions with the history of changes as they do it about Avast for Windows. The information that is published on Google Play is insufficient and contains no valuable information.
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Current release has been done by different people than usual, that's why there was no changelog here on the forum. Although the changelog here is usually the same as on Google Play since there is often no point in posting every line of code that has changed. If I think users on the forum should know more than on Google Play, I try to post it here when release is done. I didn't really keep track of the changes from 2->3 as there were too many so apart from the obvious, I can't tell you right now what has changed a top of that.
Filip
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Could you start with what's new in v3.0.6018 in comparison with 3.0.5994?
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As far as I can remember right now, there were some fixes and changes in the purchase part of the app, a fix for a crash on AMS dashboard, a fix in avast! Account registration process and... probably one or two more fixes, but nothing gamechanging.
Filip
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As far as I can remember right now, there were some fixes and changes in the purchase part of the app, a fix for a crash on AMS dashboard, a fix in avast! Account registration process and... probably one or two more fixes, but nothing gamechanging.
Filip
Thank you but I'd like you to make a list of changes like it is done for Windows versions. Users at 4pda.ru often doesn't realize what they will see on their screens as soon as they download and install new versions, so sometimes they try to catch any gossip (for example, they were sure that AMS v3 will be completely paid). That's why I would like to supply them with the information from the first hands and to attract their attention to our forum here.
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You mean like here? http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=132502
Well, that's not possible I'm afraid cause unlike the above mentioned topic, we got 1 day between the updates, you can't possibly expect we'll do anything big in that time frame. And I'm pretty sure Windows versions don't list all small bugfixes as well.
Filip
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No, I don't think that users need such a detailed list of changes. I would like to see a short list of fixes, improvements and so on. Have a look at the pinned topic in the German section: http://forum.avast.com/index.php?topic=90820.0 I even envy Asyn that he has all the necessary information but I don't know where he is getting it from. I could have translated his posts into Russian but I don't speak German.
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He only translates changes on Google Play / my posts here on the forum.
Filip
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Well, I opened https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.avast.android.mobilesecurity&hl=ru&referrer=utm_source%3Dwww.avast.ru%26utm_medium%3Dlink%26utm_content%3Dfree-mobile-security%26utm_campaign%3DAMS and in the section "Что нового" (What's new) I can see only a list of general changes that have been made in v3.x and no information about changes in different builds. But Asyn, as you can see, has more detailed information about AMS builds.
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What I see is:
Google Play:
+ New App Locking feature (Premium)
+ New Ad Detector feature in Privacy Advisor (Premium)
+ Dashboard redesign, plus additional interface changes to improve user experience
+ New features inside Anti-Theft (e.g. Geo-fencing, picture taking)
+ New Backup functionality
+ Bulgarian language added
Asyn:
- Neues App Locking Feature (Premium)
- Neues Ad Detector Feature im Privacy Advisor (Premium)
- Überarbeitetes Dashboard plus weitere Änderungen der Benutzeroberfläche zur Verbesserung der Nutzerführung
- Neue Features in Anti-Theft (z.B. Geo-fencing, Foto machen)
- Neue Backup Funktion
- Diverse Tweaks und Fehlerkorrekturen
He actually missed the Bulgarian translation. And if you are talking about Anti-Theft, the changelog is written inside the app I think. But I don't develop nor release that app so its changelog is not known to me.
Filip
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Yes, the same list is in the Russian Google Play and it is valid for all builds of AMS v3 branch. But if you look at the next Asyn's message (and at all his messages there) you'll note that he publishes information on every build.
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Yes, because up to now, I published all that information in this thread. The only version I didn't publish here is first v3 (applies what is on Google Play right now) and the first update that came out yesterday, for which Asyn wrote "Various tweaks and bugfixes", which applies pretty much for every version we release.
Filip
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He actually missed the Bulgarian translation...
Thanks Filip, added it.
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Thanks Filip, added it.
No problem :) If you think what I'm saying here to George is incorrect, feel free to correct me!
Filip
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If you think what I'm saying here to George is incorrect, feel free to correct me!
Filip
No need to correct you. ;)
Have a good weekend,
Asyn
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Hi guys,
about 12 hours ago, we released an update of avast! Mobile Security, bringing it to version 3.0.6351. Changlog is following:
+ Avast Mobile Premium discount offer valid until 1st of October
+ Added Arabic localization
+ New context-relevant notifications (with the option to turn them off)
+ Various improvements and bug fixes
We worked most on the Arabic localization since we need to add support for RTL languages for that. We hope we did a decent job (I know there are still some issue, but hopefully with your feedback, we will be able to fix them) and actually the RTL support is for all our users beginning with Android version 2.1 so I hope that will make all our Arabic-speaking users happy :)
We also added the option to disable the advisory notifications some of you complained about after their introduction so if you don't want them, just go to Settings and disable them for good.
Note that the first line of changelog means there is now a time-limited discount on yearly licenses so you might want to check it out while it lasts.
Filip
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So every year the renewal will be at the reduced cost? If you signed up in time for the limited offer?
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Google says this:
"Price: When your subscription auto-renews, Google Wallet will charge you the initial rate you paid when you purchased the subscription."
So I guess so, yes.
Filip
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Hi guys,
we released an update of avast! Mobile Security
Thanks, Filip. Do you know if there are any plans to restore the GUI for better tablet appearance? I had mentioned elsewhere here that with the release of the version that included Premium options, the GUI for tablets seemed to get messed up a bit. In some instances, all you get is a small block of text in the top centre of the screen rather than resizing for the entire screen as is used to do.
Additionally, is it possible to have the Settings tab put back on the main menu rather than on the drop down or the slide-out menus please? This is of particular help on smaller phone screens for those of us with poor eyes and not so nimble fingers! :) (I have not yet updated my phones for this reason in the hope it may go back to how it was soon - how it is on the version I currently have on my phones.)
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Hi,
I think you might speed up the process of tablet UI (being it restoration, fixing, redesign or whatever) by posting screenshots of specific things you don't like :)
I think I have heard something about the Settings, not sure now though.
Filip
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Google says this:
"Price: When your subscription auto-renews, Google Wallet will charge you the initial rate you paid when you purchased the subscription."
So I guess so, yes.
Filip
Very nice! :-) Even more pleased that you did not end the price deal dead on midnight. (I would of missed it otherwise so thanks!)
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posting screenshots
OK, I will see if if I can do that. Of course, I can't show shots of what it used to be like because I updated before realising there had been major changes. :)
However, if the Settings option is being moved back to the main menu that will go a long way to making the app like it was.
The tablet GUI I can probably get used to, but you know what it's like when there's a great app you're used to and then it gets changed for no apparent reason, it takes a while to get comfortable with it again. Was there a reason some of the the resizing for tablet screens was taken out in version 3?
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2 apps free lock is not work whyyyyy
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Hi,
a new Mobile Security version 3.0.6426 has been published to Google Play.
Apart from some internal changes, the app should now run without a problem on Samsung devices affected by changes introduced in the previous version. If you still have any problems with the UI, let me know!
We also changed the behavior of the App Locking advisory notification a bit so I hope all those "it got locked by itself" problems will go away since now you are always taken into the App Locking UI instead of directly locking the app.
Filip
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Thanks Filip, spreading the news.
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Hi,
a new Mobile Security version 3.0.6426 has been published to Google Play.
Filip:
We received the update icon on the notification bar this morning in the U.S. However, when accessing through Google Play there are the following problems:
1.) Version is listed as 3.0.6351, the one we are currently running not the updated version.
2.) Update is actually dated October 7th
3.) There are only "open" and "uninstall" option buttons with no "update" button.
Basically it appears we got the notification for an update, but the correct version hasn't been loaded to Google Play. Happening on all phones.
Thanks.
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Hi,
it usually takes Google Play up to 4 hours to update around the world. I guess it should be OK in around 3 hours from now.
Filip
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Hi,
a new Mobile Security version 3.0.6426 has been published to Google Play.
You had me all excited, but I see the Settings tab has not been put back on the main menu, and the GUI is still not optimised for tablets as much as it used to be in version 2, but the good news however is that it appears to run a lot smoother now and scans are faster again.
I've given up on the GUI for tablets issue, but is there any way of getting the Settings option back on the main Menu as it it used to be versions before 3?
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Hi,
I have talked with the Project Manager now and we don't plan to return the Settings to dashboard at the moment, sorry.
Filip
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we don't plan to return the Settings to dashboard at the moment, sorry.
Filip
Wow! I really don't understand that decision, or why it was even moved. I will keep the superior version 2 on my phones a little longer. I guess the developers have not yet developed poorer eyesight or arthritic fingers. Once again, older users are left out in the cold. ;) Thanks for letting us know, Filip. Much appreciated.
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I think its ok like it is :)
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Avast mobile is saying I don't have root access, how do I get avast to recognize I have root access?, do I have to install it as system apps?.
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Hi,
if you are talking about Mobile Security then no, it should pick up your root access automatically. Anti-Theft must be installed as rooted though (advanced mode during Anti-Theft installation).
Filip
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If possible, in the future can you guys implement a virtual browser?
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Hi,
not saying yes or no :)
Filip
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Hi,
not saying yes or no :)
Filip
Hehe ;D
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That's great but I think you should get the basics right first as avast backup is not working on my phone. Left a new thread in the relevant part of the forum for it to be overlooked. So sent a support request and no real help was and is forthcoming. I would be ok with that approach if I was not paying for your product to be ignored. If support can't/won't help then just say so don't leave me in limbo! *Rant over*
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Hi,
I have pretty much nothing to do with avast! Backup (responsibility-wise) so you will have to rant elsewhere to get help/support :) I'm a mod there only to be able to move topic back and forth, you should seek help from Reinhard Holzner or Werner Mayr, they deal with Backup.
Filip
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Hi everyone,
a few minutes ago a new version of AMS 3.0.6526 was released, changelog is following:
+ Ability to add apps to malware ignore list
+ App Locking password can now be always changed using avast! PIN
+ Fixed SMS Filter sometimes incorrectly blocking messages from textual senders
+ Fixed system Settings app being accessible even while locked by tapping quickly on notification shortcut icon
I think that the ignore list (or whitelist if you want to call it that way) was requested a lot even here on the forum so I hope you like it and it works for you :) The SMS Filter bug was reported here on the forum so I hope that's fixed as well to your liking :) We found the App Locking bug somewhere on YouTube I think (it apparently was that interesting to someone) so I hopefully took care of that by myself :)
Filip
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Hi everyone,
a few minutes ago a new version of AMS 3.0.3526 was released, changelog is following:
Thanks Filip. (Note: It's 3.0.6526. ;))
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Ah yeah, sorry, will edit the above post :) Before I had 3.2.6526, dunno how I messed up my correction like that :)
Filip
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Hi,
I have pretty much nothing to do with avast! Backup (responsibility-wise) so you will have to rant elsewhere to get help/support :) I'm a mod there only to be able to move topic back and forth, you should seek help from Reinhard Holzner or Werner Mayr, they deal with Backup.
Filip
The rant was not meant for you as you are the most helpful person on this sub forum hands down. I have tried ranting via email support even requesting my money back and even then nothing! *Sigh* P.S. Have a look in the backup forum and see how many people have problems with no help from mods.
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The rant was not meant for you as you are the most helpful person on this sub forum hands down. I have tried ranting via email support even requesting my money back and even then nothing! *Sigh* P.S. Have a look in the backup forum and see how many people have problems with no help from mods.
Yeah, I know. I regularly look there and I'd like to help, but I didn't make the app so my knowledge of the topic (and especially bugs and stuff) is very limited.
Filip
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Don't worry Filip I know, Just a quick bit of praise. I/we appreciate the great work you do on here. Thanks for all the great work you do and long may it continue!
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Hi guys (and gals),
just a quick notice, I released a small update to version 3.0.6572 fixing App Locking on 2.x devices (it sometimes crashed while trying to lock an app). That's all, nothing else new.
Filip
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There's no update on the Market yet.
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Just wait :)
Filip
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hard time locating my phone i have tried turning on my gps and mobile internet, still got mo response :(
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It's about time! Will inform my friends about this. ;)
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Any news on the recent update for AMS and AB?
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Hi,
I was on vacation so can't tell you much more than the changelog on Google Play at the moment. But I think it basically tells it all (the major thing is that Anti-Theft received 4.4 support using built-in SMS client inside AMS accessible via the Anti-Theft option on dashboard).
Filip
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Thanks Filip.
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Hi,
I just released a new version of Mobile Security on Google Play. The new version is 3.0.7118 and I can only give you the public changelog as I have been busy with some other tasks than look for what changed (sorry about that). So the public changelog is:
+ SMS blocker turned off on KitKat
+ Anti-Theft removal wizard moved to Anti-Theft menu
+ Localisations update
+ Easier opt-out from the SecureLine unsecure wifi promo dialog
+ Various bug fixes & minor design improvements
Let me know if you have other questions or problems with the new version :)
Filip
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The new version is 3.0.7118
<SNIP>
Let me know if you have other questions or problems with the new version :)
Filip
According to my Google Play Store, (PC and Mobile), the latest version is showing as 3.0.7133, updated on 7 Feb 2014.
Where can I find v3.0.7118, or is the version no. wrong (either in Google Play Store or your post)?
Thanks and regards
Christopher Souter
(Sydney, Australia)
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Hi,
actually both versions are fine :) We just got reports that the 7118 was incorrectly marking some apps as PUPs/malware right after installation (the detections are fixed a few moments after the installation process though) creating concerns for some users so we decided to just update the installation detections on Google Play (unfortunately you can't release one version of an app twice so we had to increase the version number as well).
Filip
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Thanks for the info!
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Hi,
you should get a new version, 3.0.7212, soon to your devices. There are almost no changes compared to the previous release, we just changed to communication with one of our backends from HTTP to HTTPS to better protect the privacy of our users :)
Filip
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I have Samsung Note 3 with Android 4.4.2 version I have installed Avast Anti theft antivirus while configuring avast anti theft I came across the option for installing it with root permission that but my mobile does not allow me to do so. Please help.
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Hi,
well, you have to root your device first in order to install rooted Anti-Theft.
Filip
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Hi guys,
you should see a new version, 3.0.7364, available on Google Play pretty soon :) The changelog is following:
+ Decreased size of Avast Mobile Security install file for easier updates. It also takes less space on the device.
+ Easier way to leave feedback within the app
+ Simplified process of entering voucher codes
+ Several bugfixes
Enjoy :) If you see any missing texts (cause we have been playing with those), let us know, thanks!
Filip
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Thanks Filip, spreading the news. :)
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Trying to download to new mobile android phone; but, can't because can't select to my new phone~~old phone has been abandoned.
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Hi,
what exactly and from where are you trying to download?
Filip
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Can i use my license for avast! Internet Security (1 device left) to activate avast! Mobile Premium???
Or do i have to purchase a new license for my Android phone?
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1. Can i use my license for avast! Internet Security (1 device left) to activate avast! Mobile Premium???
2. Or do i have to purchase a new license for my Android phone?
1. No.
2. Yes, or use the free version.
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Any extra features added to the update to AMS I just downloaded from the play store?
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Hi guys,
just released a new version of AMS - 3.0.7550. Changelog is following:
- New purchase method in some countries.
- Changed the looks of the Premium purchase flow a bit.
- Bug fixes
- Optimized WebShield cloud requests a bit.
- Fixed AMS widget crashing homescreen/widget app on certain Sony Ericsson devices.
- Fixed missing strings in some dialogs.
Again, if you see any missing strings anywhere, let me know.
Filip
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For the last 3 build releases there has been no changelog so what's is in the new version (3.0.7701) released today?
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Yey... official release....
... yey... BUGGED
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1. Can i use my license for avast! Internet Security (1 device left) to activate avast! Mobile Premium???
2. Or do i have to purchase a new license for my Android phone?
1. No.
2. Yes, or use the free version.
Is there a way to pay once for avast! and use it on any device. I mean at least a PC and a phone.
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Is there a way to pay once for avast! and use it on any device. I mean at least a PC and a phone.
Unfortunately not.
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Hello Team,
I did upgrade to V 4.0.7879 on my Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 – Android Jelly Bean 4.1.2; everything's perfect !
Just one thing : how can I retrieve the orange colored Avast icon in the task bar, instead of the black and white one ?
Cheers.
Pat
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Hello Team,
I did upgrade to V 4.0.7879 on my Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 – Android Jelly Bean 4.1.2; everything's perfect !
Just one thing : how can I retrieve the orange colored Avast icon in the task bar, instead of the black and white one ?
Cheers.
Pat
Short answer is that you can't - there is another topic somewhere in this sub-forum that has also asked this and from memory, this was what was said about it.
This isn't an avast issue - but one of all notification icons are meant to be the same (Google Play app restriction I believe) not using colour to stand out from the crowd.
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Hi David,
Thanks for the quick response. We will have to live with it , I guess ...
Pat
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Hi David,
Thanks for the quick response. We will have to live with it , I guess ...
Pat
You're welcome, it certainly looked nice against all of the bland icons - a strange ruling if you ask me. If they were all allowed to use colour then everyone is in the same boat.
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Purchased premium upgrade of mobile security application on the Sony Xperia Z3.
Followed instructions to activate yet when inputting the voucher code the application becomes unresponsive and crashes.
I've re-installed application and also reset my mobile to no avail.
Help?
Thanks
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Purchased premium upgrade of mobile security application on the Sony Xperia Z3.
Followed instructions to activate yet when inputting the voucher code the application becomes unresponsive and crashes.
I've re-installed application and also reset my mobile to no avail.
Help?
Thanks
I suggest that you create your own new topic, otherwise it is likely to get buried in this already massive topic.
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Avast Mobile Security is great. It keeps my Android free of viruses and malware.