Mobile Spy Tracks Android Email, Texts, Photos

Android smartphone users will now have the ability to view every photo and video captured and every email sent or received, according to an announcement Monday by Retina-X Studios.

The software works with all Android models, including Motorola's Droid, T-Mobile's MyTouch 3G, and HTC's Droid 'Incredible.' These new features add to the capabilities the spy software already offers in call, SMS, browser and GPS logging.

Once the hidden software is installed to the phone, users can view activity logs online in real time. The software records the actual contents of every text message, logs full call details and web browser visits. Actual GPS locations linked to maps are also recorded at a rate set by the user. All logs can be reviewed from anywhere by logging into a secure web site. Even if the user tries to delete his tracks, the data will still be retained and uploaded, according to Retina-A Studios.

Any time a new photo or video is taken on the monitored Android device, it will instantly be viewable inside the online Mobile Spy account. This new feature gives parents a way to monitor whether or not teenagers are sending inappropriate pictures or videos as the actions happen. The technology can also be used to expose corporate espionage.

A parent or employer can view all email activity sent or received from the device in its entirety, providing the ability to ensure children or employees aren't communicating with individuals they deem inappropriate. The new version also records all contacts added to the Android device, along with any calendar event that are entered.

"Today's addictive smartphones can be dangerous for a teenager," said James Johns, Retina-X Studios CEO. "If your teen is addicted to their phone, they are more susceptible to the dangers of the Internet. Without proper monitoring, you might never see whether the secrets they are keeping are dangerous or not. Mobile Spy gives parents and employers the ability to know the complete truth before it's too late."

Employers will be able to enforce their own Acceptable Use and Vehicle policies on company-provided phones, according to a Retina-X Studios statement. Mobile Spy can indicate whether an employee is leaking confidential information.

Mobile Spy runs on all Android devices, including those running on the 2.x operating system. The software runs about $100 for an annual license and includes monitoring for up to three phones.