Real device testing is a key aspect of the mobile application development process, as it allows developers and qas to test the performance, functionality, and usability of applications on actual physical devices. This is necessary as it helps to identify issues that may not be apparent during testing on the simulator or simulator. In this article, we will focus on the content and reasons for testing on real devices.

More specifically, we will see:

What is testing on real devices?
Why is testing on real devices important?
What are the advantages?
When should you conduct testing on local devices?
What are the tools for testing on physical devices?
What is true device testing?

Generally speaking, you can test your mobile application in two different ways:

1. Testing on real physical devices

Real device testing, also known as local device testing, is the testing of mobile applications on physical devices. This includes running applications on devices with different operating systems, screen sizes, resolutions, and hardware configurations. This helps to ensure that the application runs well on different devices and provides a consistent user experience.

In order to perform mobile testing on real devices, testers need to be able to access various devices with different configurations. They can use physical devices or cloud based services that provide virtual access to various devices.

In the process of testing, testers need to perform various tests, including function test, performance test, Usability testing and compatibility test. They also need to test the security features of the application to ensure that it is secure and does not pose a risk to users.

2. Testing through simulators or simulators

Contrary to local device testing, testing is conducted on an emulator or. Simulators and emulators are software programs that replicate the behavior of real devices, allowing developers to test their applications without the need for physical devices.

Simulators and emulators are usually faster and more convenient than testing on a real device because they do not require Physical access to the device. However, they may not be able to accurately replicate the behavior of real devices and may miss out on certain issues that may be captured during testing on real devices.

Although testing on simulators or simulators may be useful in certain situations, it is usually recommended to also perform testing on real devices. This ensures that the application works properly on various devices and provides a consistent user experience.