How would you test a ‘Mobile’ version of IM? What are some key differences between testing this version versus a desktop application?
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For the most you need to focus on the bandwidth of internet.
Here you will have lower bandwidth. so test the low connection scenarios
org.life.java
2010-09-13 09:30:40
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First of all you need to account for unstable connectivity - the program should be ready to deal with temporary and permanent network coverage losses.
Resources consumption (memory footprint, network bandwidth and CPU time) is also to be considered. Noone wants a program that drains the battery in an hour, occupies all memory or causes a giant bill to the owner.
sharptooth
2010-09-13 14:00:04
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adding to sharptooth's answer, notifications on sending/receiving a message. Support for voice chat/video chat via available hardware :)
bronzebeard
2010-09-17 10:56:48