"Java Verified" Program Launched to Simplify Mobile Data Services

Strategic Insights -

The wireless industry has acknowledged the need for unified testing and certification of Java technology-based handsets to meet growing demand for mobile data services. Key players like Motorola, Nokia, Siemens, Sony Ericsson, and Sun Microsystems collaborated to launch the "Java Verified" program, which aims to simplify the development and deployment of mobile Java applications. This program evolved in just seven months following the announcement in June 2003 when the industry leaders made a commitment to cooperate on a unified testing initiative.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Java Verified program provides a unified process for testing and certification of Java applications for mobile handsets, reducing development costs and speeding time-to-market.
  • The program allows wireless developers to register at www.javaverified.com and submit their applications for testing, which will be administered by selected test houses worldwide.
  • Applications are tested for application launch, user interface, functionality, security, network, and localization capabilities.
  • The program will help the wireless industry satisfy growing demand for mobile data services by providing a large pool of wireless Java applications that will help operators increase customer value and brand equity.
  • The Java Verified logo will also be used to certify applications that meet the unified testing criteria, providing a unique quality assurance measure.
  • Developers like elkware can leverage this program to "write once, test once, run everywhere," saving time and effort in testing their applications multiple times.

Statistics:

  • The "Java Verified" program evolved in just seven months following the announcement in June 2003.
  • The program is expected to reduce development costs and speed time-to-market for wireless Java applications.
  • The Java Verified logo will be used to certify applications that meet the unified testing criteria.
  • Over 1.3 million developers are part of Forum Nokia, which recommends the Java Verified program for its members to access the best possible visibility.

Sources:

  • [1.Sun Microsystems]

Sun Microsystems is the creator and innovator of Java technology and has been chosen to manage and operate the Java Verified program.

  • [2.Motorola]

Motorola is a global leader in wireless, broadband, and automotive communications technologies and believes industry cooperation on unified testing and certification for Java services makes great sense.

  • [3.Nokia]

Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications and recommends the Java Verified program throughout its 1.3 million-member developer community, Forum Nokia, to assure the best possible visibility to developers.

  • [4.Siemens]

Siemens is a leading full-line supplier in the field of mobile communication and recognizes the importance of collaboration among industry leaders to create future growth and innovation of new mobile data services.

  • [5.Sony Ericsson]

Sony Ericsson believes that the Java Verified Program is a fundamental enabler for future success, as it will lead to widespread adoption of more advanced Java games and professional applications among its consumers.

  • [6.elkware]

elkware is one of the world's leading mobile game developers and publishers and is pleased to be able to leverage the Java Verified program to "write once, test once, run everywhere."