Mobile Security: Trend Micro's antivirus app offers scanning and device tools

Trend Micro's Mobile Security app provides one‑tap malware scans, settings alerts, and lost‑device tools; a free tier is available and a single‑device annual subscription is $29.99, with a $39.99 plan covering five devices.

Trend Micro's Mobile Security app provides malware scanning, privacy protections, and tools to find lost phones or tablets. The app reports suspicious apps found during scans and offers to remove them. It also alerts users about settings such as lost‑device protection and lets users choose how much scan information to see. The app is offered in a free version and in paid subscriptions that cover one or multiple devices. Key features: - One‑tap Scan Now button that checks the device for malware and lists suspicious apps for removal. - Controls for how much scan detail to display, with options to flag only confirmed threats or to show possible issues; users can mark flagged apps as trusted. - Ability to scan memory cards, pre‑installation scans for apps from Google Play, scans for apps from non‑Google stores, and scheduled scans. - Independent testing: the app earned top scores from AV‑Test for malware detection and usability, as reported. - Free antivirus protection is available; a single‑device annual subscription is $29.99 and adds checks for dangerous links in messages, web blocking, system cleanup, parental controls, call blocking, and lost‑device tools. - A multi‑device option is available: $39.99 covers five devices including mobile and desktop; the single‑device price is noted as higher than several other Android security apps. Summary: The app combines scanning, device‑location features, and several safety tools while offering both free and paid options. Independent test results are reported as strong for detection and usability, and subscription pricing varies by device count; Undetermined at this time.