Testing of cellular handsets poses unique challenges.

This article focuses on the performance of digital handsets, which is generally has been improving with respect to functionality, performance, and battery life. Handsets have become more than just mobile phones, with additional features such as cameras and MP3 players being incorporated. Battery technology has improved to the point where these additional features can actually be used for practical time periods. And handset performance is being addressed by the introduction of 3G technology, with higher data rates, and better provision for new services.