XNSPY – A Compact and Powerful Target Device Monitoring Software

Introduction:

When looking for monitoring or tracking apps people usually look for several things – features, stealth, price, and customer support. Today we are reviewing a target device monitoring software called xnspy, this small yet powerful app has been around for quite some time. It fulfills the criteria mentioned above and is steadily rising in the ranks of tracking and monitoring software; parents, employers and even regular individuals will find this app very useful. The app can be installed on both Android and iOS devices and it works on rooted/non-rooted and jailbreak/no-jailbreak devices. We will start off with mentioning the app’s pros and cons and then proceed to mention its features and functionalities.

Pros:

·       Small and discrete: The app is small in size and has a great stealth mode that keeps its functioning hidden.

·       Extensive Features: it has great features and offers an array of functionalities, some of which are close to that of professional spying apps.

·       Great Failsafe System: For worst-case scenarios it has a remote lock and remote delete feature that deletes all your personal files and data from your device.

·       Competitive Price: Xnspy offers all the great features at a bargain price.

·       Great Customer Support: The app’s customer service is quick to respond and always willing to help and go the extra mile.

Cons:

·       Cannot delete individual files

·       Have to get a license for each device you wish to monitor.

·       Does not work on Windows mobile, Blackberry OS, and Symbian

Installation and Features:

Xnspy being a comprehensive target device monitoring software has a long list of great and useful features, some of which we will list and discuss below. Before we go on to the features let us mention some things regarding installation. When you purchase Xnspy you are sent an email with your login credentials, an activation code, and an installation guide. For installing on Android devices, regardless of root status, you will require physical access to the device once only. Once you have installed the app, it goes into stealth mode and that is it, you will be able to monitor the device remotely through the online web-based dashboard. The same process is required for jailbreak iOS devices, but for no-jailbreak devices you do not need physical access to the device and just require the iCloud credentials for installation.

Coming back to the features, as mentioned earlier xnspy has many functionalities but we will focus on the main ones.

Calls:

The app user will be able to see all call records with details such as contact name, number, date and time, and duration. Call recordings are available as well along with the location the call was made from or received at.

Messages:

All messages regardless of the channel used can be monitored. SMS, IM chats, and Emails all can be viewed and read from the convenience of the online control panel. IM chats such as WhatsApp, Skype, Viber, etc are some of the IM chats whose messages can be read.

Location Tracking and Geo-fencing:

This app would not be considered a Target Device Monitoring Software if it did not have location tracking. With this feature, you can know where the device is currently and where it has been. A geo-fencing feature allows you to set up alerts so that whenever the target device enters or leaves a pre-defined area the software will send you an email alert.

Internet Activity and Calendar Schedules:

The app user can monitor browsing history and any saved bookmarks and can also view calendar entries and any meeting schedules that have been posted on it.

Watchlists and Alerts:

Watchlists for specific words and contacts can be set up as well. This gives the app user a certain amount of freedom, instead of viewing and reading all messages, they can mark certain words that when used in messages send an alert to the app user and he can read them. The same way if a certain watchlisted contact communicates with the user of the target device, xnspy sends an alert to the app user.

Pricing:

There are two packages offered, one is the Basic Edition the other is the Premium Edition, this allows the customers to choose according to the functionality they require. The customers will not have to pay extra for features they do not need. The price itself is relatively cheap as compared to other apps with similar features. The Basic Edition costs as low as $8.32/month and the Premium Edition costs as low as $12.49/month

Remarks and Conclusion:

Xnspy is a pretty serious and feature-rich spy app that is a definite must for someone searching for target device monitoring software. The competitive price and the multiple packages and payment plans make this a bargain monitoring app. The app also has another great feature that you can control multiple devices using the same online dashboard but as mentioned earlier you need to purchase a separate license for use on each device and there is no bulk package as such.  Overall, given its numerous features, ease of use, and stealth functionality this is a definite app to have.

The Perfect Teen Travel Companion

Most eReader owners use their devices simply to read, especially when travelling. If you own a device that is not 3G compatible, you may find yourself in situations that preclude downloading a new novel. Fortunately, most eReaders have several other great functions that can allow a user to make the most of travel time.
Parents with traveling kids are wise to offer an eReader as a distraction. It is the perfect item for your traveling child or young adult, whether going away to grandma's, away at teen camp or traveling during a gap year.


A Multimedia Extravaganza
Depending on your eReader of choice, you can get a fair bit of mileage out of the device’s multimedia capabilities. Both the Nook and Kindle are capable of playing music, and both devices are capable of displaying photos (though the Kindle is monochrome-only).  The Nook features the ability to view images in full color, and also features video playback capability. No matter what eReader you choose, you can get a good bit of mileage out of its ability to play music or view photos. Be careful, though, as both functions are much harder on battery life than reading.


A Studying Tool
Of course, eReaders are also wonderful productivity tools. Most major readers can display .pdf files, which can easily allow you to take most documents on the go. It is also possible to take notes on several of the major readers, though some do require the purchase of a separate note-taking application. Some eReaders even allow users to dictate notes, the perfect way for your child to journal his or her travels. The current generation of Kindle features a microphone, and it is quite easy to record messages on the device after you do not mind modifying a few files.


A Fun Machine
Not only can you read on your eReader, but you can also play games. Most of the games on the Kindle and the discount eReaders are rather simplistic, but they are wonderful time wasters. The games available on the Nook are a bit more advanced, but all of the games available on eReaders tend to promote creative or logical thinking above button-mashing action. Most games cost a few dollars at most, and both the major readers have a few free games available. These games are great for killing time at an airport or a hotel, though they will likely never win any major awards.

Do your child traveler a favor and give them a device that amuses, informs and connects without taking up a lot of room in the luggage compartment.

One Less Bell to Answer - The Etiquette Bell

Have you ever encountered odd devices stuck on a public comfort room before? Well, this is the first time I have seen an Etiquette Bell. I was really baffled when I saw an electronic device stuck in the comfort room cubicles of Incheon Airport. The device which looked more like a door bell gadget was placed strategically (and within arm's reach when seated) on the wall inside the cubicle.

So, I thought of taking a picture of the device and research about it upon my return to Dubai. I was a bit surprised to find out that it was actually NOT a bell which would ring when the button was pressed. It is a device to cover unwanted sounds made when you do your thing in the rest room. Some devices play fake flushing sounds, violins and soft music for 20-30 seconds. 

I didn't press the one inside my cubicle for fear of an army brigade rushing to my cubicle and tearing my door down or some siren-sound to come out of the device and call every one's attention. I wouldn't like to be caught dead seated there while the weird device makes funny sound. No way!

Well, I think this device is kind of cool. I hope they install them here in Dubai too so I don't hear weird noises from the nearby cubicle.