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They will be frightened to touch it a second time and so its an excellent deterrent.  \n\nFEATURES:\n- Pin Code to unlock your iPhone & iPad\n- Security Alarm To Notify You\n- Alarm Triggered Thru Motion","facts":{"developer_id":340181308,"developer_url":"http://www.rvappstudios.com","first_released":"2011-01-29T20:22:32Z","support_url":null,"privacy_url":null,"website_url":null,"app_version":"6.9","release_notes":"Protection That Never Sleeps\n\nThis update enhances overall stability so your phone security works smoothly when you need it most, helping guard your device from unwanted access at home or in public.\n\n• Improved performance for faster response\n• Minor bugs fixed\n\nUpdate now and keep your phone protected with confidence.","rating_current_version":4.61062,"rating_count_current_version":3028,"star_counts":null,"genres":["Utilities","Entertainment"],"languages":["EN"],"content_advisories":null,"device_families":null,"chart":null},"freshness":{"apple_read_at":"2026-10-19T22:22:11.533Z","catalog_read_at":null,"reviews_checked_at":null,"summary_written_at":"2026-10-19T04:09:11.696Z","placed_at":"2026-10-19T03:54:11.620Z","scored_at":"2026-10-21T08:55:13.125Z"},"editorial":{"one_liner":"Free Utilities app that triggers a security alarm when the phone is moved and offers a PIN code to unlock iPhone and.","what_is":"Best Phone Security is a free Utilities app for iPhone and iPad. 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