Wizard Journal - Updates

Posted: 15 Aug 2011 10:18 PM PDT

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

Google grabs Motorola Mobility for a massive $12.5 Billion

Posted: 15 Aug 2011 11:16 AM PDT

Motorola Mobility now under Google for $12.5 Billion

It's official, Google is buying Motorola Mobility for supercharging its Android Platform at a price of $12.5 billion. It is possible that next generation of Nexus Smartphone would be coming from the stable of Motorola (previous versions from HTC and Samsung were quite good too, really?).

Google suggests that they would be running Motorola Mobility as a separate business which raises a few questions about the upcoming Android Smartphones from Google and also whether Google is looking forward to bring a Apple-like integrated ecosystem for its Smartphones. Well, future holds all the secrets but as of now, have a look at what Larry Page and Sanjay Jha has to say.

Larry Page, CEO of Google, said, "Motorola Mobility's total commitment to Android has created a natural fit for our two companies. Together, we will create amazing user experiences that supercharge the entire Android ecosystem for the benefit of consumers, partners and developers. I look forward to welcoming Motorolans to our family of Googlers."

Sanjay Jha, CEO of Motorola Mobility, said, "This transaction offers significant value for Motorola Mobility's stockholders and provides compelling new opportunities for our employees, customers, and partners around the world. We have shared a productive partnership with Google to advance the Android platform, and now through this combination we will be able to do even more to innovate and deliver outstanding mobility solutions across our mobile devices and home businesses."

Andy Rubin, Senior Vice President of Mobile at Google, also said,

"We expect that this combination will enable us to break new ground for the Android ecosystem. However, our vision for Android is unchanged and Google remains firmly committed to Android as an open platform and a vibrant open source community. We will continue to work with all of our valued Android partners to develop and distribute innovative Android-powered devices."

It would be interesting to see what comes up next regarding this matter. I am getting excited to know what Google has in mind regarding this merger. Hope it does something radical for the Android Smartphones. *Fingers Crossed*.

Via: TiPb

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