The connected home has many benefits, convenience being one and advanced security technologies being another. In fact, smartphone-based safety systems are prevalent not just when it comes to protecting your home, but also the health and privacy of those you love.
Many mobile security technologies take advantage of recent developments in haptic feedback or biometrics. This means smartphones and similar devices have identify-verifying means like never before. Facial recognition and high definition cameras are also safeguarding everything from banking transactions to age verification.
The instantaneous nature of communication and apps is also relevant to safety in matters of prevention in natural disasters and humanitarian crises. From earthquake detection to crowdsourced anti-violence measures in unstable African countries, modern tech is changing the way we keep ourselves and other people safe.
47 Mobile Security Technologies
From Snarky Safety-Tweeting Apps to Iris-Scanning Smartphones:
Alyson Wyers — Jul 18, 2015 — Lifestyle

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Pepper Spray Smartphone Covers
The Spraytect Self-Defense iPhone Case Keeps You Safe

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Smart Security Cameras
Oco is a WiFi-Enabled Home Monitor that Connects to Phones and Computers
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Remote Door-Locking Apps
The Lockitron System Will Give You Peace of Mind
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Taser-Ready Smartphone Cases
The Yellow Jacket iPhone Case Will Literally Shock Unwanted Admirers
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Facial Recognition Doorbells
The Chui Offers Revolutionary Secure Access to One's Home
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Smartphone-Converted Bike Lights
Monocle by Studio KMD Ensures Cyclist Safety at Nighttime
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Crowdsourced Anti-Violence Services
Genocide Prevention Comes in the Form of Rumor-Squashing Texts
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Cartoon Death-Preventing Apps
The 'Dumb Ways to Die' App is a Playable Version of the Viral Video
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Personal Security Apps
Emergensee Turns Smartphones into Hi-Tech Security Systems
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Snarky Safety-Tweeting Apps
The IAmAliveVIP Emergency Notification App Tweets After Bombings
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Standalone Fingerprint Scanners
This Device Makes Fingerprint Scanning Easier and More Secure
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Smartphone-Controlled Safety Systems
This Home Security Device is Controlled Through a Mobile App
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Smartphone-Reporting Security Systems
This Smart Security Device Corresponds With Your Mobile
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Visual Transaction Signing
Banks Using CrontoSign Ensure Security and Positive User Experience
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Wireless Home Security Cameras
The Geanee MK-IPC1 is Easily Controlled from a Smartphone or Tablet
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Phone Thief Selfie Systems
Lookout's Thefties Feature Snaps a Photo of a Phone Theif
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Texting Safety Apps
'Transparent Texting' is an App to Help You Text and Walk Collision-Free
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Overprotective Messaging Apps
The Kitestring App Texts Contacts When Users Don't Reply
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Adventurer Emergency Apps
The Road ID App Helps Danger-Seekers Stay Safe
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Habit-Based Theft Detectors
The 'BioCatch' Software Secures Devices Through Mannerisms
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Anti-Surveillance Apps
The Surv App Keeps You Safe from Prying Camera Eyes
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Anti-Theft Vehicle Apps
Crime Stoppers' My Wheels Warns Drivers in Areas Where Theft is Prevalent
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University Safety Apps
The Rave Guardian App Lets Users Communicate With Police With Ease
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Card-Copying Mobile Apps
The Lemon Wallet App Copies Cards Onto Your Phone for Convenience
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Public Safety Apps
The Mobile Patrol Platform is a Helpful Tool for Journalists or Law Enforcement
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Emergency Abuse-Fighting Apps
The 'Easy Rescue' App is Designed to Help Fight Domestic Violence
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Mobile Payment Systems
Tim Cook Announces Apple Pay Will Be Built into iPhone 6 and 6 Plus
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Wireless App-Controlled Cameras
The Simplicam WiFi Camera Was Revealed at 2014 CES
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Virtual Buddy-System Apps
The Kitestring App is Like a Virtual Buddy Wherever You Go
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Sleek Wireless Security Systems
Dropcam Tab Keep Tabs on What's Open or Closed
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Iris-Scanning Smartphones
The Fujitsu Arrows NX F-04G Smartphone Features Iris Scanning Security
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Anti-Phone Hacks
An iOS Bug Lets Attackers Prevent Phone Use Over a Wi-Fi Network
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Smoke-Detecting Phone Docks
The 'Sense+' Dock Saves You from Fires
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Boat-Safety Apps
The C-pod App Keeps You Afloat On Your Boat's Security
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Ultra-Secure Calling Apps
The Signal App is Encrypted for Increased Security
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Taxi App Safety Measures
Uber Introduces SOS Button to Strengthen Rider Security
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Secretive Safety Apps
Vodafone's Red Light App Disguises as a Mirror and Flashlight
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Social Network Safety Apps
The Circle of 6 App Prevents Violence Before it Happens
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Boating Safety Apps
The Official United States Coast Guard App Promotes Civilian Safety
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Texting Prevention Phone Apps
Eyes on the Road Phone App Stops Texting and Driving
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Elderly Check-In Apps
POM4U Helps You Keep Tabs on Your Loved Ones
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Emergency Campus Call Apps
Guardly Uses Smartphones to Protect Post-Secondary Students
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Mobile Security Apps
NoRoot Firewall Lets Android Users Manage Individial App Permissions
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Biometric Hotel Check-ins
This New App Allows Travellers to Check-in with their Fingerprints
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Impromptu Earthquake Sensing Apps
The 'Crowdshake' App Commandeers Smartphones to Detect Shakes
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Protective Mobile Apps
The Lookout App Uses Predictive Security to Protect Important Data
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Empowering Safety Apps
Girl+ Gives Women Peace of Mind with a Mobile Panic Button
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Solo Citizen Protection Robots
The HOM-E Companion Robot by KeeJung Song Keeps Users Safe
AI-Powered Smartphone Cameras
The Alice Camera Works on its Own or with a Smartphone
Posh Pill-Shaped Smartphones
The Nokia Infinity Pro Concept Has an Elegant Form and Function
Smartphone-Controlling Sneakers
The Samsung Shortcut Sneaker Can Perform Five On-Device Actions
Intuitive AI Smartphone Models
The Rabbit R2 Smartphone Concept by Shreyansh Onial is Next-Gen
Anti-Theft Phone Cases
JOAN London Created an "Unsnatchable" Phone Case to Deter Thieves
Portable Safety Devices
Ultimate Property Protection When Traveling, Working Out, Etc.
Mobile-Compatible Body Scans
FitnessAI Has Introduced a New BodyScan Feature on its Platform
Novel Home Security Concepts
Swift Creatives Introduces 'Sculptural Surveillance'
Pocket Computer Smartphone Concepts
This iPhone 16S Concept Reimagines the Aesthetic of the Device
Smart Touchscreen Home Locks
Kwikset Unveils Two New HomeConnect Smart Locks
Wearable Skin Sensors
HapSense Helps Scientists Accelerate the Analysis of Cosmetic Products
AI-Powered IoT Technology
Hikvision Showcased Its AIoT Advancements and Underscored Collaboration
Compact Body Cameras
The 'PhoneCam' Lets You Capture Footage Of Illegal or Threatening Behaviour
Smart Building Technology
Butlr Recently Debuted Its Heatic 2+ Sensor, Which Utilizes Ai
Revolutionary Smart Lock Technologies
Philips and Conex Intelligent Technology Boat a Smart Locks
Resurrected Used Smartphones
Think Tank Team Makes Artifacts with Project Afterlife
Textured Quad-Camera Smartphones
This iPhone 17 Concept by Mohamed Mahdy Has an Industrial Form
Healthy Habit Smartphone Accessories
The 'FIKA' Smartphone Enclosure Concept Helps with Relaxation
Anti-Phone Theft Festival Pins
The Tim Block Pin Gives Festival-Goers Peace of Mind
Automated Insulin Delivery Wearables
The Tandem Mobi Works with or Without a Smartphone
Touch Message Wearables
The Bond Touch 4 Helps People Stay Connected with Haptic Technology
Lifestyle Activity Tracking Apps
The 'Timeline It' App Tracks Virtually Any Activity or Event
Kid-Inspired Safety Gadgets
Ticktalk5 is a Smartwatch Phone for Kids' Safety
Pet Health-Monitoring Technologies
Industrial Technology Research Institute Presents iPetSuite
Driving App Enhancements
Waze Voice Feature Update Enhances Hands-Free Driving Safety
Authenticity-Promoting Social Media Apps
The Viberse App Emphasizes Authenticity and Spontaneity
AI-Powered Mosquito Protectors
The Bzigo Iris Gamifies the Process of Keeping Mosquitos at Bay
Fall-Detecting Smart Watches
The MobileHelp Smart is Always Connected to its Alert System
AI-Powered Metabolic Health Apps
January AI Has Introduced Notable Enhancements to Its App
AI-Based Healthcare Technologies
Adnexus Biotechnologies Debuts Neural Temporal Fingerprinting
Luxurious Safety Bracelets
CERRET’s Bracelet Merges Luxury with a Practical Emergency Alert System
Smart Home Security Systems
SECURAM Unveills the Complete Smart Home Security Solution
Emotive Smartphone Camera Covers
Yifan Hu Designs the Emoji-Inspired Smartphone Accessories
Safety-Enhancing Ride Share Devices
Bosch Ridecare Was Made with Ride Share Drivers in Mind
Wifi-Activated Elder Protection Apps
Gamgee's Fall Protection for Elderly Eliminates Wearbales
AI-Powered WiFi Security Systems
The Gamgee Home Security Alarm System is Sensor-Free
AI-Powered Security Cameras
The U-tec U Home Ulticam Cameras Recognize People, Pets and More
Smartphone-Concealing Books
The 'GATBOOK' Keeps Smartphones Out of Infant View
Two-Way Kids Messaging Wearables
The BoT Talk Communicator Keeps Kids Connected to Parents
Charity Health-Tech Apps
Helpster Charity Connects Sectors to provide Essential Healthcare
Personal Security Apps
The 'Protector' App Connects Users to Trained Security Professionals
Programmable QR Code Tags
Openscreen's Cloud Tags Help Users Digitize Their Lives
Public Safety-Minded Verification Programs
Verizon Frontline Launches 'Verizon Frontline-Verified'
Accessibility-Focused Navigation Apps
The Atlas App is a Community-Driven Solution
Advanced Automotive AI Technology
VinAI Aims to Revolutionize Safety, Convenience, and Efficiency
Technology News Summaries
TechTok Helps Readers Stay On Top of News in Five Minutes
Minimalist Anti-Tracking 5G Smartphones
The Punkt. MCO2 5G Secure Phone Offers Total Control
Cyclist Safety-Focused Smart Sensors
Vivacity Sensors are Helping with Keeping Bikers Safe
Miniature Tile Bluetooth Trackers
Life360 Introduces the Comprehensive Dynamic Tile Bluetooth
Mindful Smartphone Usage Apps
The 'Intenty' App Prompts Users to Rethink How They Use Their Phone
AI-Powered Touchscreen Doorbell Systems
Irvinei Combines Innovation, Security, Style & Convenience
Comprehensive Health Care Suites
Bright Sits on the Intersection of Technology and Health
Upgraded Medical Alert Devices
LogicMark Debuts Its Next-Gen Guardian Alert 911 Plus Technology
Non-Intrusive Hydration Wearables
The Safebeing from Somatix Leverages Remote Patient Monitoring
Real-Time Anti-Spam Call Services
The Truecaller App Leverages the iPhone Live Caller ID Lookup
Teen-Targeted Smartphone Models
The HMD X1 Offers Great Features with Parental Controls in Focus
App-Extended Smart Birdfeeders
HIXXHOME's Smart Birdfeeder and the Coolfly App Garner Attention
Device-Locating Digital Ecosystems
Google is Officially Launching its 'Find My Device' Service
Anti-Distraction Student Smartphone Features
Google School Time Limits Features During Class
5G-Enabled e-Bikes
Orbic's 5G e-Bike Integrates 5G Connectivity and AI Tech
Tennis Computer Vision Systems
Tennis Blackbox Transforms iPhones Into Hawkeye Systems
AI Plant Care Apps
HomeGardenAI Enhances the Health of Indoor Plants & Home Gardens
Smart Sensory Experience Technologies
AAC Technologies Tackles Visual, Audio, and Haptic Aspects
AI-Powered Health Communication Platforms
Humetrix is Set to Introduce SOSQR Global at CES 2024
AI-Powered Cybersecurity Solutions
Nova Microsystems Has Introduced a Novel Cybersecurity Solution
Homeowner Protection Platforms
Title Watch Provides Asset Monitoring and Personal Protection
Connected Caregiver Services
Samsung SmartThings Family Care Connects Caregivers to Loved Ones
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Solution-Oriented Holiday Ads
Orange’s Holiday Ad Brings Families Together Over Smartphones
Cat Tracking Apps
Whisker Tracker Catalogs Cats Using Facial Recognition for Easy Tracking
AI-Powered CCTV Systems
Amazon Unveils a New Emotion-Detecting AI Software for Train Passengers
Insightful Fraud-Battling Initiatives
TPAY Addresses Fraud in Mobile Payments
Verified Dating App Features
Bumble ID Verification Helps Users Confirm Their Identity to Matches
Car-Identifying Apps
Scout Helps Enthusiasts Identify a Vehicle
Social Camera Fitness Apps
SnapFit Lets Users Document Their Journey with Photos
Privacy-Focused Personal AI
Apple Intelligence Delivers Context-Aware AI Support with Privacy
Human-Centric AI Smartphones
The HONOR Magic6 Pro Packs a 180MP Telephoto Lens
Smartphone Detox Lockboxes
The Conceptual 'Back to Reality' Smartphone Lock Box Reclaims Time
Tactical Smartphone Accessories
The PUI Series Creates a Unique Way to Interact with Phones
Child-Targeted Starter Smartphone Apps
The 'Screenable' App Downgrades Features for Younger Users
Cyber Risk Protection Apps
Zurich Insurance and BOXX Launch a New Cybersecurity Application
Home Security System Upgrades
Roku's New Updates Increase Platform Compatibility
Gesture-Controlled Apps
Spatial Touch Lets Users Navigate Tech With Their Fingers
AI Wildfire Tracking
Firesafe Offers Real-Time Detection and Assessments for Wildfire Prevention
Real-Time Nightlife Finders
HotSpot Discovers Trending Nightlife Spots With Real-Time Insights
Kids Safety Gadgets
Pinwheel's Plus 3 and Slim 5 Keeps Parents and Kids Connected Through a Device
Workplace Safety-Enhancing Mobile Apps
JMJ Has Introduced the Toolbox Talks App
Misconduct-Detecting App Features
The DoorDash SafeChat+ AI Feature Aims to Combat In-App Abuse
AI-Powered Cybersecurity Recommendation Features
Living Security Debuts AI-Powered Recommendations
AI-Driven Personalization App Features
Plume is a Pioneer in Network Services and Experience
Video AI Platforms
Spot AI Introduced Video Agents for Surveillance Needs
Interconnected Messaging Ecosystems
Whatsapp to Introduce Support for Messages Third-Party Apps
Award-Winning Public Safety Technology
SOLVIT System's iSAR™ Has Been Recognized at CES 2025
AI Phone Comparisons
TechsCompare Provides AI-Powered Phone Comparisons for Faster Decisions
Child-Centric Online Safety Campaigns
Wondershare FamiSafe Engages Parents with a Contest
Authenticated News Apps
Digital Trust Network 'Click' Challenges the Threat of Misinformation
NFC-Enabled Business Cards
The Mobilo Smart Business Card Works with Any Smartphone
Efficient Property Management Apps
Tribe Property Technologies Has Launched Its Tribe Home App
Automated Emergency Devices
Safe-living is a Swiss-Made Contactless Security System
AR-Enabled Illumination Apps
The Philips Hue App Now Uses LiDAR to Provide an AR Preview
Palm-Recognizing Smart Locks
Phillips PalmLock Can Recognize Up to 50 Unique Palms
Goal-Oriented Health Apps
The 'Bright' App Offers a Holistic View of One's Health
Distraction-Limiting Apps
Shrewd Observer Helps You Live a More Disciplined Lifestyle
Facial Recognition Security Tools
Worldcoin Has Introduced Face Auth to Its Offerings
Emergency Distress Signals
SOS Light App Provides a Simple Morse-Code Distress Signal Tool
Anti-Distraction CBT-Powered Apps
The 'Inscreen' App Helps Users Curb Their Screen Time
Eye-Tracking Technology Functions
Apple Implements Eye-Tracking Features to Recent Products
Search-Enhancing Drawing Tools
Google's New Lens Feature Allows for Easy Highlighting
Biometric Public Safety Solutions
OMNIQ and NEC Aim to Enhance Public Safety and Security
Mobile Security Solutions
Turn Old Devices Into Security Cameras With Phonitor's Remote Monitoring
Smartphone-Fuelled Stopwatch Concepts
The SINK Concept is a Smartphone-Powered Device
Vehicle Security Ranges
Trackershop Debuts a New Line of Auto Trackers for Consumers in the UK
SMS Verification Tools
My SMS Check Prevents Fraud by Verifying SMS for User Authentication
Public Bathroom Location Apps
The Bathroom App Helps People in Need of Relief
Modern Pet Tagging
PuppySignal Uses a QR Tag System to Locate Lost Pets Quickly
Safety-Focused Phone Tracking
Phone Monitor is an Android App That Tracks Loved Ones
Biometric Banking Technology
DERMALOG's Biometric System Makes Banking Safer for Individuals
Accessible Ride App Safety-Tools
Uber is Altering its App for The Safety Tools in One Place
Safety-Oriented Social Tools
Instagram Aims to Protect Vulnerable Teens with its New Safety Update
Seamless Mobile Authentication Tools
Hypergate Offers a Secure Solution for Mobile Enterprises
Accessible Home Services Marketplaces
Urban Company Recently Made Its Platform More Accessible
Invite-Only Family Memory Hubs
Kinnect Unveils its New and Enhanced Mobile Application
Digital Scam Detection Tools
Google is Rolling Out New Tools to Keep Users Safe From Scams
Connective Handy Services Apps
HandyFriend Connects Home Owners With Maintence Workers
Location-Based Photo Sharing
Harbor Creates Personalized Picture Albums Through location Sharing
Women’s Safety Apps
I’M SAFE Enhances Women’s Security With Real-Time Alerts and GPS Tracking
AI-Enabled Biometric Smart Locks
The Desloc B200 Speeds Up Access with Advanced Technology
Digital Commercial Payment Apps
Mastercard Unveils the Mobile Virtual Card App for Businesses
Location-Altering GPS Systems
The GPS Spoofer Safeguards Personal Data for Your Prtection
Real-Time Home Screen Sharing
Snapshare Widget Lets Users Share Content Right to Friends' Screens
Community Social Apps
Beezle Social Keeps Users Informed Connected with Their Neighbors
Connective Altruistic Apps
Heart 2 Help Uses Tech Can to Foster Positive Relationships
Important Sharing Apps
The FinhApp Let's You Share Wills or Messages with Loved Ones
Spam-Sifting Messaging Apps
Silter Helps Identify Spam Messages
Machine Learning Face Blurring
Blur Faces Helps Protect People's Identities in Photos
Safety-Improving Positioning Wearables
Tended Works to Enhance Safety in Industrial Environments
Voice Access Systems
Knocker Offers Voice-Activated Building Access Without Extra Hardware
Sensor Hub Solutions
'Sensor Stream Pro' Streams Sensor Data for IoT Projects and More
Smart Notification Filtering
NotiAlarm Delivers Custom Alerts for Notifications in Real Time