The release of version 1.2 is important because Google has deprecated the existing service Cloud-2-Device-Messaging (C2DM) and replaces it with Google Cloud Messaging (GCM).
This update will replace as well the push-messaging service used to trigger anti-theft commands remotely. In addition, this update includes bug fixes and improves the processor and memory usage of the cellphone.

The release of version 1.2 will support the languages, English, German, French and Italian. The officially supported smartphone manufacturers are LG, Samsung, HTC, Motorola and Sony. Likewise it is to be noted that Avira Free Android Security will only support the following android platforms: 2.2 (Froyo), 2.3.x (Gingerbread), 4.0.x (Ice Cream Sandwich), 4.1.x (Jelly Bean).

For further information, please see our Changelog document.

Updating the App
The user will get a notification from the Google Play Store. Once the user clicks on “Update”, the on-device app will be migrated automatically from C2DM to GCM. The entire update process is invisible for the user. In case the migration fails, a notification will inform the user to repeat the migration manually.

Help resources
The user is able to access information about the product from the following places:

• Getting started: A quick guide which describes the basic functionality of Avira Free Android Security. This guide is integrated directly into the product. It can be found in the on-device application under Dashboard → Help → Getting started


• FAQ: Knowledge Base articles about Avira Free Android Security are available online


• HowTo: A PDF document, which describes the general procedure for installation and configuration of the Avira Free Android Security App


• User Manual: The full help document for Avira Free Android Security which includes information about product requirements, product usage and detailed feature usage


• Support Forum: A forum where the user can exchange information with one another