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for even more tips & tricks^95When you are installing an app or a game,
check exactly what permissions it needs. Most
apps need minimal permissions, but use your
common sense and you may think twice. Why
would a game need to see your contacts? Why
would an app need access to your calendar?
1 Check app permissions
Only ever install apps from reputable
sources. Google Play is the obvious place to
download apps from as it’s safe, so we would
advise to not even tap the option in Settings to
accept downloads from elsewhere. This is crucial
for ensuring your device only uses reputable apps.
Unknown apps
3Always have a screen lock enabled so that
nobody will be able to see your data if you leave
your phone or tablet unattended. Try to use the
most secure ones and remember that fi ngerprints
can remain on the screen, which may give a clue
to the PIN or pattern lock you are using.
5 Enable a screen lock
Go to Settings>Security> Encrypt device
and follow the process to encrypt the data on your
device. It is debatable as to how important this is,
but if your device falls into the hands of someone
who is determined to capture your data, this is by
far the best defence.Encrypt your device
4Make sure you back up your data using
Google’s built-in facility that can be found in
Settings. This will ensure that if your phone breaks
or if you lose it, you can transfer your information
to a new device quickly. Also, if you are using an
expansion card, make sure you back that up too.Back up your data
2Installing and enabling Android Device
Manager, available from Google Play, gives you the
ability to fi nd a lost device and to even erase all of
the data on your phone or tablet remotely. You
may not use it often at all, but when it’s required it
will be invaluable for securing your data.6 Android Device Manager
Horizon Camera, available from Google Play, lets you capture a
video at any angle and to then automatically have it created exactly
as you would want it to be. It is a simple app that performs a
function we would like to see preloaded on every Android device.Did you know?
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