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Testing on Android device without wireless contract like AT&T or Verizon etc


For testing apps on an android device, is it possible to test on a phone that isn't connected to a data network like 3G or Edge? Basically, I want to test the app, but I dont want to buy another line to test on the phone. The emulator is too cumbersome to work with. Also, if that is possible, can I still connect to wifi? Thanks!


Solution

  • I have had good luck buying a used, off-contract T-Mobile phone (mytouch) for testing lower-end performance. I use it with a pay-as-you-go T-Mobile SIM card, no data plan, with no problem.