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Web App Wednesday

Posted by iphonefan

April 2, 2008 |

iPhone testOk, iPhone stocks are dwindling fast. In fact, they are nearly sold out nationwide, and their is a 5-7 day delay from the Apple Store. AT&T’s Mobility CEO is reporting the 3G iPhone is shipping in months. Now, I am convinced that I need a 3G iPhone, but do I really?

If you are wondering if you need all of that speed on the internets, then this week’s web app is for you. Check out iPhone Network Test. This handy web app is perfect for testing the data connection speed of your iPhone on both AT&T’s Edge network as well as its WiFi connection.

To use the web app, simply browse over to http://iphonenetworktest.com. You will see a very nicely designed site with very clear icons. To start the network test, choose “start test”. Your phone will then download a graphic. Your download speed will be timed and displayed. You will then be prompted to report how you are connected to the internet.

If you are like me, your Edge speeds vary in the 98 - 150 kbps range. If I were on a 3G network, I would be seeing speeds 3-4 times faster than that.

I like this application because it helps put my data use in perspective. It also helps me figure out when my download problems are speed related, or when they are site-specific.

Until June, (or whenever the new iPhone lands), I will have to be happy with my speeds. But with the iPhone Network Test, I will know just how fast slow things really are.


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