By Business Wire, February 26, 2013, 10:00:00 AM EDT
Samsung Customers Will Be Given the Opportunity to Protect Their
Devices for Free
AMSTERDAM & SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
AVG
Technologies N.V. (NYSE:AVG), the provider of Internet and mobile
security to 146 million active users, today announced a new agreement
with SamsungUK that will allow UK Samsung smartphone, tablet and camera owners
to download AVG AntiVirus PRO for Android™ for free from Samsung Apps.
Under the terms of the agreement, owners of Android-based Samsung
devices such as the bestselling Galaxy S® III and Galaxy Camera™ will be
able to download and install a full-featured version of AVG
AntiVirus PRO for Android™ for free from Samsung
Apps. AVG AntiVirus PRO for Android™ is AVG's premium security app
that helps protect mobile devices from viruses, malware, spyware and
online exploitation in real-time.
"I am delighted that Samsung has chosen to join forces with AVG to give
its customers the chance to enjoy greater peace of mind," said JR Smith,
CEO of AVG Technologies. "AVG AntiVirus PRO for Android™ combines the
very best of AVG's mobile technologies, from safer web browsing,
real-time app scanning and privacy controls through to battery and
performance tune-ups. It's the perfect match for Samsung's
market-leading product line-up and we look forward to helping Samsung
owners protect their devices and all the precious memories that they
hold."
About AVG AntiVirus PRO for Android™:
Safe Web Surfing:
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Actively checks web addresses in real time with AVG LinkScanner®, to
help you make the right decisions online. Directs you to a safe page
when visiting a website deemed suspicious.
Safety:
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App Scanner - scans apps to help ensure that malware will not infect
your device. Scans run manually or you can easily set up automatic
daily or weekly scans.
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File Scanner - scans for malware, spyware, viruses and lets you remove
them with a simple click. Protects your phone while you're using your
favorite apps, keeping your contacts, bookmarks, text messages, music
and videos safe. Choose between running manual scans or setting up
automatic daily or weekly scans.
Privacy:
- App Locker enables you to lock your apps and secure them from being
accessed by others using your phone. Only available with AVG AntiVirus
PRO!
About AVG Technologies (NYSE:AVG)
AVG's mission is to simplify, optimize and secure the Internet
experience, providing peace of mind to a connected world. AVG's powerful
yet easy-to-use software and online services put users in control of
their Internet experience. By choosing AVG's software and services,
users become part of a trusted global community that benefits from
inherent network effects, mutual protection and support. AVG has grown
its user base to 146 million active users as of December 31, 2012 and
offers a product portfolio that targets the consumer and small business
markets and includes Internet security, PC performance optimization,
online backup, mobile security, identity protection and family safety
software.
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Source: AVG Technologies