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Let android help you in case of emergency

In the event of Delhi rape case and the protests regarding the same, it is better for girls and ladies to have at least one app which helps them in case someone tries to attack them.

I came across two apps in this category.
bSafe and Life360familylocator.

 Be sure to download these or similar apps in your phone for your safety.
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