Hardware Tests 3.1.8.0
Windows Phone users can give a try to an application called Hardware Tests that is created to help in the evaluation of most system parts and also to provide hardware and software info on the fly.
Less attractive and more functional GUI
When first opening the utility you will notice the focus is clearly set on practicality and ease of use, rather than on visual appeal. The background is decent, while the tiles corresponding to each module of the app create an overflow of blue inside the interface.
Moving around the application is smooth and without glitches, without being bothered by too many ads, which, by the way, reside in a section of the application you will not be visiting too often. There are, nonetheless, some prompts for reviewing the utility that come into view here and there, but you can have them deactivated on the spot.
Verify the system components and get accurate readings from numerous tests
Hardware Tests offers a good deal of information about the handset in the "Dashboard" screen and also inside the each module from the "System information" section. There are numerous tests you can carry out and assess the state of the screen and of the hardware components.
With this app you can check the accuracy of the touch and multi-touch features, verify the GPS, accelerometer or inclinometer sensors, as well as verify the SD card speed or the proper functioning of the built-in FM radio.
A neat addition is the possibility to pin Start screen shortcuts for various system areas and also add a live tile that displays at a glance the current status of several components.
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Bottom Line
Design / UI7
Insofar as the interface is concerned, the looks are somewhat unsatisfying, despite the decent organization of the commands and functions. The live tile and the other shortcuts that can be put onto the Start screen tip the balance in the favor of the app and earn it some points. |
Function9
There are many very useful tools packed inside this app, which allow it to evaluate with accuracy most system components. The amount of information it provides is more than enough to offer a detailed perspective over the capabilities of the phone as a whole and of each component. |
Security8
Even it needs access for good reason to some system areas, like the location services or the phone identity, the app wants to look into the phone dialer and owner identity. |
Battery8
A moderate battery usage is characteristic for this application, as it needs a fairly small amount of power to run all the tests properly. |
Price10
A most valuable application thanks to the numerous useful functions it provides at no cost, the utility deserves top marks in this respect. |
Compatibility8
Suitable for use with Windows Phone 8 and above handsets, the application doesn't need any particular things to function correctly on every supported device. |
A smart Windows Phone system tester
Specifications
- price:
- Free with ads
- current version:
- 3.1.8.0
- reviewed version:
- 3.1.6.0
- developer:
- Amaze Pictures Inc
- category:
- SYSTEM & SHELL
- os version req.:
- 8, 8.1
- age rating:
- N/A
- in-app purchases:
- No
- hits:
- 279