How to remote control Android Phone by SMS?


Won't it be fun if you knew How to remote control Android Phone by SMS? This is a really handy functionality that is compatible with any phone that is running the Android operating system. Many a time it becomes necessary for you to turn the phone to silent mode. Well, what if you keep the phone somewhere in silent mode and forget where it is. It would be impossible to find it by calling it as the ringer is off. But wouldn't it be really helpful if you can simply turn the ringer on by sending SMS from a different device? Well its possible now.
Whether turning on the ringer or you want to know how to remote control Android phone by SMS, then you got to have a simple SMS based operable software installed in your Android Phone. The software is none other then the new "Agastya". This little wonder can carry out tasks in response to SMS commands. It is very easy to use. All you need to do is send SMS from a friend's number to your Android phone or tablet to execute certain tasks. It is not mandatory to send the SMS from another Android. Even the crappy black and white mobile phones are good to go! Currently Agastya supports a set of commands which includes RINGER to turn phone to ringer mode, SILENT to make the phone go to silent mode. You can get track IMEI number too by using this command. Also Agastya allows you to retrieve the last 5 messages or calls by LAST MESSAGES and LAST CALLS command. It is useful if you are out and have left the phone at home. One can also retrieve specific contact details by this app.

Agastya is currently a FREE app that can be downloaded from the Android Market or Google Play Store. It runs smoothly on any phone running on Android 2.2 or higher. It is to be noted that this application is not for tracking lost devices, but for controlling your device remotely. Hope this tutorial on How to remote control Android Phone by SMS was useful to you.

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