Developers writing applications and content for Nokia handsets are getting some online help with a new Forum Nokia Virtual Developer Lab (VDL).

The lab, powered by DeviceAnywhere, is designed to provide remote testing services for Nokia device developers. It provides tools to develop, test, monitor and deploy applications and content for most popular Nokia Series 40 and S60 handsets. The VDL is available to all members of the Forum Nokia developer community.

DeviceAnywhere’s technology makes it possible for developers to test their applications over the Internet on real mobile handsets connected to live networks.

“Forum Nokia is committed to providing developers with the latest innovations in tools and testing services to enable them to produce rich, viable content to deliver to end-users worldwide,” said Tom Libretto, vice president of Forum Nokia.  “Our collaboration with a best-of-breed technology like DeviceAnywhere to establish the Forum Nokia VDL not only provides our developer community with remote access to devices, but it also enables them to collaborate and work together to ensure that Nokia customers are receiving high-quality content and benefiting from the best mobile experience possible.”