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Choosing the Right Wireless Application Platform: Page 9 of 16

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    "Easy Wireless, Tough Choices" Here are some additional items to consider when choosing a mobile device.

  • Usage: Does the device accommodate your predicted usage? For example, are major functions easily executed with one hand, or do they require two hands and a stylus?
  • Power management: Does it implement adequate power-management functions, such as maintaining data connections even while in a dormant or sleep mode? How often must you charge it in typical usage? Most devices should make it through a day of heavy use.