An App for Families in our Scary World - React Mobile Review

There were lots of anticipated life changes when I first had the babies - less sleep, fewer nights out, lots and lots of love.  One of the biggest surprises to me was the sense of total and utter vulnerability - suddenly the world was a scarier place than it had ever been before.

Just a few years ago here in Pittsburgh, a woman and her 16 month old daughter were abducted from the parking lot of a poplar shopping center in one of the most elite neighborhoods.  Her story of terror and sexual assault are horrifying.

Our vulnerabilities come from such a deep realization that despite our best intentions - our attempts at high tech car seats, the best preventative medicine, and our most over protective 6th sense -we can never fully protect ourselves or our children from all the dangers in this world. I too have carefully packed my children into my car in that very same shopping center.  It could be be me tragically sharing my story.  If you let it, the fear can be almost paralyzing.

When I was introduced to React Mobile, I knew it would become an invaluable resource for our family.  React Mobile is a free safety app that allows iPhone and Android smartphone users to turn their phone into a powerful security device.  Just the peace of mind that I get from knowing this technology is here to support me, is tremendous in easing my motherly anxiety.

There are two major ways to utilize the app - the Follow Me function for times when you simply want to be tracked "just in case" - and the SOS Alert function for when you feel the need to alert your chosen contacts, social media and authorities that you are in danger.

The Follow Me function is one that sets React Mobile apart and is perfect for every day use of anyone who  might be a potentially unsafe or uncomfortable situation.  Fellow users (of your designation) can track you in real time, making sure that you are on your way to reaching your destination safely.  This would be perfect for parents tracking children, family tracking college students walking home from the library, anyone leaving work after hours in a parking garage or personally, for coming home after late night Moms Night Out events.  As someone can become "hyper-vigilant" in potentially dangerous situations, this setting eases my fears in knowing that my mom or husband can virtually walk me to my car and ensure that I make it safely.

We all hope we'll never have to use it - but another important feature of React Mobile is the SOS Alert feature, which with a push of the button, you can silently send a silent alert that you are in danger with GPS coordinates to where you can be found.  Prior to needing to send this alert, you will designate the contacts to which it would be sent.  The system can email and text family members, post to your social networks to broaden your reach, and will prompt a call to 911.  This can happen within seconds and all with the touch of a button.  And don't worry if you accidentally set off the alert - it can be disabled with a security code if need be.

For institutions like businesses, schools and universities, React Mobile even offers the opportunity to add private labeling to help you customize the app to ensure the protection of your staff and students.

Watch this short video to see how simple React Mobile is for anyone to use.  International travelers can even rest assured that React Mobile is there with them where ever they go - with coverage in 39 countries.  While you can never fully prevent scary things from happening to you or your children, a good offense is the best defense and being prepared with React Mobile is a great step towards protection.

To download this amazing free gps safety app, follow the links below:

- Apple iTunes Download: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/react-standard-edition/id522851588?mt=8

- Google Play Download (available on select smartphones): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.reactmobile.lite 

We're so thankful to have found React Mobile and share this potentially life saving technology with you - our readers.  Think about the loved ones in your life -with whom should you share this app?  At the very bottom of this post (under the suggested posts) there are links to help you share to facebook or by email.  Take a moment and spread the word.  Your quick share might make all the difference in protecting the life of someone you love.

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