These indicators from the Devices report offer a a breakdown of device categories, granting insights into the distribution and usage trends of different device types. As you want to dig in deeper, review more details on device coverage to get a deeper understanding of the coverage of devices by manufacturer, model, operating system, and browser.
Indicator | What It Tracks | What Signals It Might Bring |
Categories | The total number of unique device categories (such as mobile, desktop, tablet) used during the period. Automatically compares with how many device categories were used during the prior period. | This metric offers insight into the diversity of device types.
A change in the number of unique device categories compared to the prior period may indicate shifts in testing priorities or coverage. Review to ensure diversity in device types is aligned with testing needs. |
Category Coverage | The proportion of device usage across each category in the testing process. | This chart helps identify dominant or underrepresented device types based on usage.
Variations in category usage could indicate a need for additional focus on specific types of devices. For example, the release of a new Android build could mean an increase in the mobile category. Adjust your testing strategy based on where extra time and attention are required for comprehensive coverage. |
Devices by Category | The distribution of devices across categories over time. | This chart enables you to monitor usage patterns and ensure comprehensive testing coverage.
Changes in device distribution across categories over time can reveal trends in testing focus. Ensure all categories are being tested appropriately to maintain comprehensive coverage and avoid blind spots. |
Monitor Categories and Operating Systems (OSs)
This section provides insights into the usage of device categories and their corresponding OSs, ensuring comprehensive testing coverage across platforms.
Indicator | What It Tracks | What Signals It Might Bring |
Category & OS Combinations | The total number of unique pairings between device categories (such as mobile, desktop, tablet) and OSs during the period. Automatically compares with values during the prior period. | Changes in the number of unique pairings may reflect shifts in testing priorities or platform diversity. Review to ensure all critical combinations are being adequately covered. |
Category & OS Coverage | Device usage across different category and OS combinations. | This chart helps in identifying dominant pairings and potential gaps in coverage.
An uneven distribution of device usage across category and OS combinations could highlight dominant pairings or coverage gaps. Adjust your testing approach to ensure all necessary combinations are sufficiently tested, especially for new or less-represented platforms. |
Devices by Category & OS | The distribution of devices segmented by category and OS over time. | This chart provides insights into trends and shifts in platform usage.
Changes in device distribution across pairings over time may reveal trends in platform focus. Monitor usage patterns to ensure comprehensive testing across all relevant OSs and device categories. |