# A real Android device in the cloud for workflows that need phone behavior

Source: https://www.phones-cloud.com/real-android-cloud-device

When emulator behavior is not enough, Phones Cloud helps you operate a real Android cloud device remotely for app checks, handoff, and day-to-day Android tasks.

## Who it helps

- QA engineers
- Mobile product teams
- Teams replacing emulator-only checks

## Closer to user behavior

Real-device workflows help teams observe Android behavior that may differ from a simulated environment.


## Shared remote access

Give teammates access to the same Android cloud device without shipping physical phones.


## Persistent environment

Keep apps, state, and test setup available between sessions.


## Workflow

1. Select the device profile: Choose a cloud Android device that fits your target workflow.
2. Install and configure apps: Prepare the app state, accounts, and settings you are authorized to use.
3. Run realistic checks: Interact with the app through the remote screen and observe behavior.
4. Share the result: Use screenshots, notes, and handoff links to keep the team aligned.

## Supported capabilities

- Real Android device access
- Remote team handoff
- Screenshot-driven QA
- Persistent test environments

## Is a cloud Android device the same as an emulator?

No. Phones Cloud provides remote access to supported Android devices rather than relying only on emulator-based workflows.

## Why would a team use a real device in the cloud?

Teams use it when remote access, persistent app state, and more realistic Android behavior are important.

## Can this replace every local device test?

Not always. It can reduce local device dependency, but critical launches should still match your own QA policy and target-device coverage.

## Related pages

- [Compare options](https://www.phones-cloud.com/features)
- [Start trial](https://www.phones-cloud.com/register)
- [An Android emulator alternative for real-device cloud workflows](https://www.phones-cloud.com/android-emulator-alternative)
- [Cloud phones for mobile app testing and Android QA](https://www.phones-cloud.com/android-app-testing)
- [Cloud Android phones you can control from any screen](https://www.phones-cloud.com/cloud-android-phone)