Posts Tagged ‘SureLock’
Android equivalent of iOS Guided Access Mode
iOS Guided Access Mode Guided Access Mode was introduced in iOS 6.0 and is used to help device user stay focused on one application while using an iOS device. This feature limits the iOS devices to run just a single application. Guided Access can be used to achieve the following -. Restrict iOS device…
Read MorePrevent installation of applications (APKs) on company-owned Android devices
Android users can install apps on their phones or tablets using two methods. The first method is to sign up for a Google Play account and install the apps from Google Play. The second method is to sideload the app. Sideloading involves downloading the Android App APK file from the internet or by copying it…
Read MoreA guide to blocking outgoing and incoming calls and texts to improve field-worker productivity
If you notice people at work sending and receiving calls and texts throughout the day, you’re witnessing a worldwide trend. Unfortunately, the issue won’t go away on its own. Unless managers learn how to block outgoing calls, for example, workers may be tempted to make calls throughout the day. It stands to reason that worker…
Read MoreFreight Drivers Are Secret Pandemic Heroes. But They Need Help.
Everyone can be a hero in the COVID-19 pandemic in different ways, but we can’t always see it. For most people, being a hero means staying home and preventing the spread of the virus. Medical professionals bravely put themselves in close contact with COVID-19 patients, and grocers ensure that those in quarantine have food to…
Read MoreCan Enabling In-Hospital Patient-Doctor Interaction Help?
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on people around the world, but perhaps the ones that have been affected the most are those working in the healthcare industry. Not only are they battling the infection at their workplaces, but also suffering on the personal front as they work tirelessly and live in constant…
Read MoreSystem Requirements for SureLock, SureFox and SureVideo
42Gears’ lockdown products for Android devices such as SureLock, SureFox, and SureVideo can quickly turn Android devices into dedicated-purpose tools, like a public kiosk, a POS system or even portable digital signage. For these applications to seamlessly run on an Android device, there are few system requirements: Android OS – Android Ice Cream Sandwich –…
Read MoreAndroid Screen Pinning – Turning Consumer Devices into Single Purpose Tools
Screen Pinning or App Pinning feature was introduced by Google for Android devices (Lollipop and above) to lock them down into single application mode. The feature allows the user to lock the device screen and show only a specific app, automatically restricting access to all other functions of the Android device. Once an app is…
Read MorePlugin Apps in SureLock for Android
SureLock comes with six built-in plugin apps. These light weight function-specific plugin apps do not show on the default device home screen and reflects only within SureLock. SureLock admin can approve these apps for the device users using Plugin App tab under Allowed Applications. Following are the six Plugin Apps of SureLock: – WiFi Center…
Read MoreHow to enable SureMDM Nix Agent from SureLock
With the growing use of mobile devices to connect with enterprise network and access business data, mere locking down of these devices is not enough. A centralized console is necessary to manage, control and secure all such endpoints. With the integration of lockdown solution like SureLock and advanced enterprise management solution like SureMDM, IT admins…
Read MoreTruckSumo avoids device misuse and improves efficiency with 42Gears
TruckSumo is an on-demand platform for small commercial vehicles. They aggregate these vehicles and immediately connects them to individuals and businesses. TruckSumo cuts through the chaos and brings consistency into the goods transportation business. With trained drivers, safety-screened vehicles, and free insurance, they bring an extraordinary level of expertise to Indian transportation. Mobile device misuse and security…
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