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With the growing number of Brazilians using smartphones—and as these devices become more expensive and feature cutting-edge technology—this product has become a more frequent target of theft.
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In Brazil’s major capital cities, about 63 cell phones are stolen every hour, with Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo ranking highest in terms of lack of safety. This number may actually be even higher, since many people do not file a police report after being robbed.
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The places where the most robberies and thefts of devices occur in Brazil are on public transportation, followed by public streets and traffic incidents. And, unfortunately, no one is safe from having their smartphone stolen! Resisting to prevent the thief from taking the device is not recommended, so it’s very important to rely on preventive security measures.
With that in mind, the Bitdefender Antivirus (www.bitdefender.com.br) has created an infographic with data on smartphone theft in Brazil. The content reinforces tips on how to prevent thieves from stealing your device and highlights the benefits of having antivirus software on your phone, which includes an anti-theft feature.
About Bitdefender
Operating in the market since 2001, Bitdefender has been a pioneer in the security software industry, introducing and developing award-winning protection technologies. It has won numerous awards for the excellence, quality, and strong performance of its antivirus solutions for home, business, and smartphone users. The solutions developed by the company are considered among the most effective in combating online threats.