Ensuring software quality is a crucial part of the software product development process. DuoPlus Cloud Phone provides developers with an efficient and economical solution to tackle the challenges of app launch testing with its unique features.

App launch testing is a critical step in ensuring the quality of software products, helping developers identify and fix potential issues before the software release, thereby enhancing user satisfaction and the app’s market performance.

For example, for the Android system, the package file is usually a file with the suffix “.apk” (Android Package); for the iOS system, it is a file with the suffix “.ipa” (iOS App Store Package). These package files are like boxes filled with all the necessary components, and only after they are properly packaged can users download them to their devices via app stores or other channels, install, and run them.

Launching an app on Google Play or the Apple App Store requires extensive testing of the app. For instance, since November 13, 2023, any new Google individual developer account must have 20 internal testers conduct at least 14 days of closed testing, and only after meeting specific testing requirements can an application for official release permission be made. So, what are the steps and requirements for app testing?

1. First, you need to determine your developer account type and choose the right account type before launching the app, with different restrictions for individual and organization accounts.

• If you are unsure how to choose a developer account, you can start with an individual account and upgrade to an organization account later.

2. App testing requirements (for individual accounts):

• Requires 20 internal testers to conduct at least 14 days of closed testing, and these testers must continuously participate in testing over the past 14 days, with days being consecutive, otherwise Google will not count it.

• All major issues encountered during the app testing process must be collected.

• All functionalities of the app must be demonstrated during testing.

3. After selecting the testers, you can proceed with testing according to the regulations. The main contents of app testing include: app installation and uninstallation, compatibility, user interface and experience, functionality effectiveness, performance testing.

4. Once the closed testing requirements are met, you can apply for official release permission and wait for approval, which usually takes 7 days or more.

Google’s developer account testing policy is also aimed at optimizing user experience. Whether it’s an individual or enterprise account, testing inevitably encounters account-related issues. Although passing the test is not so difficult, it must meet the requirements of independent networks, independent devices, and independent IPs, posing challenges in recruiting personnel and high equipment costs.

Recruiting personnel can be done through social media, colleagues, friends, or by directly using Google’s tester recruitment services.

Purchasing devices for testing, to meet Google’s requirement of 20 test accounts continuously testing for 14 days, theoretically requires 20 different mobile devices and 20 independent networks. If these conditions cannot be met, consider using a cloud phone as an alternative.

Cloud phones are an optimal choice because they provide an experience highly similar to real mobile environments. With different hardware system technologies supporting them, cloud phones not only save the cost of purchasing real devices but also facilitate smooth app testing, helping developers successfully launch apps in stores.

Taking DuoPlus Cloud Phone as an example, it is a cloud-based device, not a simulator, but a real ARM chip machine, providing the same operational experience as real phones. Managed and controlled through cloud technology, each cloud phone is an independent environment device, providing one device corresponding to one IP, effectively isolating environments to prevent associated testing.

Environmental Isolation

DuoPlus Cloud Phone supports SIM card generation in over 60 countries or regions worldwide, meaning developers can create a clean environment for each app package test, avoiding interference between different tests, effectively reducing the risk of account association during app testing.

Multi-instance Testing

DuoPlus Cloud Phone supports unlimited multi-instance operations, allowing developers to simultaneously test multiple app versions or configurations, at a lower cost compared to other device testing, enhancing testing efficiency.

Remote Control

DuoPlus Cloud Phone does not require downloading any client software. It can be used anytime, anywhere via PC and mobile browsers, allowing developers to conduct app testing from any location, increasing the flexibility of testing.

Rapid Iteration

The one-click new machine feature of DuoPlus Cloud Phone allows developers to quickly upgrade to a brand-new environment, supporting agile development and rapid iteration.

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Overall, compared to traditional physical device testing, cloud phones can reduce hardware purchase and maintenance costs, effectively prevent account association, meet Google’s app launch testing requirements, and improve resource utilization.

As technology continues to advance, the application of cloud phones in the field of app launch testing will become increasingly widespread. We encourage developers to embrace this change, use DuoPlus Cloud Phone to optimize testing processes, and accelerate the pace of innovation. Let’s move towards a more efficient era of software development together!

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