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Mobile device passwords or patterns were considered the best methods for securing the app data. However, it is quite tedious for a user to remember multiple passwords for each app. Thanks to the advancement in biometrics, users today need not remember or type complex passwords.

In this version of mobile testing experts series, we will share the latest trends in mobile testing domain. We will talk about the mobile operating system adoption trends in the United States as well as worldwide. This data may be a reference point for your engineers and stakeholders who wish to make an informed choice for choosing the mobile operating systems while creating the Mobile Testing Device Matrix.

Smartphones have not only moved every job or business online, but also placed technology on our palm. Industries like eCommerce, entertainment, and social media today rely on mobile technologies. Hence, slowness in mobile app would not only hamper a company’s reputation, but also affect its customer’s base. Since, the applications establish a direct connection with customers, accuracy and speed are critical. Our latest edition of performance testing talks about the need and ways of comprehensive mobile performance testing.

Mobile testing is no longer optional. With mobile usage accounting for more than half of online traffic, millions of users see the phone as the end-all, be-all of web connectivity. That includes online browsing, internet gaming and mobile applications, such as your software product.

Mobile apps present an incredible opportunity for healthcare providers to impact the lives of patients. Not only can patients securely access their health records but they can also directly interact with healthcare professionals remotely and by mobile device. In some instances, these mobile apps can be true lifesavers. The user base is broad - spanning from hospitals and enterprises to healthcare professionals and patients providing ample room for modification and growth. Continuous innovation within this space can change the way people think about seeking diagnosis and treatment, accessing and managing their health records, and reporting emergency situations. Given the new importance of these apps, it’s essential that rigorous mobile testing services are pursued. Why risk launching without thorough mobile app testing? Here are the top four reasons why extensive mobile app testing services are always a good idea for healthcare companies like yours.

As headlined in The New York Times only a couple of weeks ago, the Iowa Caucus debacle was “a systemwide disaster…” and the “app used to tabulate votes may have been inadequately tested.” While additional facts are still coming out, the entire nation watched as there were major delays obtaining and reporting on the Iowa results. And then there was uncertainty as to whether or not they were accurate. While the intent of creating this app was supposed to be positive – to enable simpler more streamlined reporting, faster – we know that’s not at all what happened. And, that’s not exactly how you want your new mobile app rollout and brand to be remembered.

QASource sponsors The East Bay Agilistry & QA Meetup group. The goal of the meetup group is to create a community where software engineers and developers can meet once a month to learn new skills, build on current skill sets as well as network with other business professionals.