PHLockwatch - Thief Catcher v8.2.2 b822 [Premium]
Lockwatch is a security application designed to capture images of unauthorized users via the front-facing camera. The app triggers during failed unlock attempts, emailing the captured photo and GPS coordinates to the owner. It utilizes Android's built-in lock screen mechanisms and only activates during an event to minimize battery consumption.Technical Specifications
| Detail | Specification |
| Version | 8.2.2 (Build 822) |
| Android Requirement | 8.1+ |
| Architecture | arm7 + arm64 |
| File Size | 4.3 MB |
| Permissions | Device Administrator (Monitor screen unlock attempts) |
| SHA-256 | 5f032e8e254d0a7ae2ee93b6af414444121e961471b9d8f4ad74995bfd6e313a |
Key Features
- Intrusion Capture: Secretly captures photos and GPS location upon incorrect unlock codes.
- SIM Swap Alerts: Emails location and new SIM details (phone number and network provider) if the SIM card is replaced.
- Power-On Alerts: Sends an email with the device location when the phone is powered on after being switched off while locked.
- Enhanced Media: Captures multiple photos per attempt and records a 20-second audio clip of the surroundings.
- Offline Support: Saves alerts locally if no data connection is available and sends them once connectivity is restored.
- Ad-Free: No in-app advertisements.
Important Usage Notes
- Trigger Threshold: Android requires a minimum length of four digits or dots for PINs/patterns. Lockwatch only triggers if at least four characters are entered incorrectly.
- Grace Period: If the correct code is entered within 10 seconds of a mistake, the alert is cancelled to prevent false positives.
- Permissions Warning: During activation, Android displays a standard warning regarding the "erase all phone data" capability for Device Administrator apps. Lockwatch does not contain code to wipe device data.
What's New in v8.2.2
- Improved reliability and quality of photos captured during intrusion alerts.
- Alert emails now include the phone number when a SIM card is swapped.
- Users can now clear saved alerts directly from the History screen.