Can you track a phone on your plan?
With T-Mobile FamilyWhere® a T-Mobile primary account holder can use the FamilyWhere Android app or the My T-Mobile website to locate any phone on their plan that is on the T-Mobile network. On this page: About the FamilyWhere service.
What is Plan B app?
Mobile-security company Lookout released a new free Android app today called Plan B that lets you find a lost phone without having downloaded special software onto it beforehand. In order to locate the phone, Plan B sends a text via SMS and uses cell towers and GPS to locate the device, even if GPS is turned off.
How do I install Plan B remotely?
More specifically, if you lost your phone and did not install Lookout Mobile Security, or any other location tracking service, simply go to the Android Market Web Store and install Plan B remotely. After the app has installed, it should start up by itself.
Can I turn on GPS remotely?
Turn Find My Device On / Off – Android™ Find My Device Android allows you to remotely locate, lock, ring or erase your device. Sign in to Find My Device (URL: google.com/android/find) to access these services.
Can you turn on GPS on iPhone remotely?
You can turn on Location Services remotely by tapping Lost Mode. This will turn on Location Services and lock your iPhone with the passcode you provide. If you enable Lost Mode, your device will not enable Location services when it is powered back on.
Can I turn my phone on remotely?
To switch on your phone you have to press the power button. So no, there is no way to turn on your phone remotely unless you are capable of telekinesis.
Does location have to be on to track phone?
Yes, both iOS and Android phones can be tracked without a data connection. There are various mapping apps that have the ability to track the location of your phone even without the Internet connection. The GPS system in your smartphone works in two different ways.
Can I find my Android phone if location is turned off?
As mentioned, if your Android device is turned off, you can use the location history data to identify the last recorded location. This means, even if your phone’s battery ran out, you might still be able to find it.
How can I Use Plan B to find my lost phone?
Using Plan B is simple, but requires access to the Android Market website and your Google account. (If you have an Android phone, you already have a Google account.) Follow these easy steps to use Plan B to locate your lost phone: After you install it, Plan B will start locating your phone using cell towers and GPS.
Is it good to have a Plan B for an Android phone?
Having a ‘plan B’ up your sleeve for most instances in life is not a bad idea, and when it comes to securing your beloved Android phone, you better have one.
Is there a way to remotely install Plan B?
Plan B is a unique solution in its own respect as it does not need to be installed and configured beforehand. The app can prove to be handy especially for locating lost devices. Obviously, your device must have some sort of internet/data connection so that app can be remotely installed via the Android Market web interface.
Which is the best app to track a cell phone?
There are lots of alternative ways to track your phone using various IMEI tracker online. Among them, the Plan B app is regarded as one of the best cell phone trackers for Android operators. This app allows the user to find their lost phone and especially it doesn’t force the user to install any recovery software.