To enhance security and ensure an uninterrupted user experience, the existing security certificate for LambdaTest Tunnel binary will be replaced with a renewed security certificate, effective January 2, 2025.

Therefore, to maintain seamless connectivity and service, please update your tunnel binary to the latest version, 3.2.10.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to us at support@lambdatest.com.

Create and Authenticate Projects Using Project Name

SmartUI CLI now supports creating and authenticating projects using project names. This addition enhances the existing project token-based authentication, offering more flexibility. You can set the project name in SmartUI as an environment variable for seamless project creation or access during CLI runs.

Handle Missing Screenshots in Git Strategy

SmartUI now lets you handle builds with missing screenshots to prevent false baseline updates. Builds missing screenshots are flagged, and if no visual changes are detected, they are auto-approved but marked as "Incomplete." This ensures accurate baselines and helps users identify potential execution issues.

Group Screenshots With Build Names

SmartUI CLI now supports grouping screenshots with build names, improving traceability. You can append new screenshots to existing builds, making test management more efficient. This feature integrates seamlessly with Git to maintain baseline integrity across branches and enhance adaptability.

Enhanced Comparison and Management in Smart Ignore

SmartUI Smart Ignore now supports advanced comparison strategies, offering greater flexibility in visual testing. You can define mismatch percentages and status changes with the choice between Strict and Smart Ignore modes. These customizable settings allow for precise and adaptable testing across various scenarios.

Support for Project Settings in SmartIgnore

SmartUI now has support for project settings in Smart Ignore. You can now include all project settings available in SmartUI, such as mismatch thresholds and advanced comparison configurations. Users can easily modify these settings to suit their specific visual testing needs. These enhancements provide a smoother and more customizable testing workflow.

Redesigned SmartUI Screenshot Dashboard

The redesigned SmartUI screenshot dashboard delivers a faster and more intuitive visual testing experience. With features like pinch-to-zoom, side drawer navigation, and a spacious layout, it simplifies workflows and boosts efficiency. The updates focus on enhancing productivity by making critical actions quicker and easier to perform.

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New Regions Added for HyperExecute Performance Testing 

We are excited to announce the addition of four new regions for performance testing in HyperExecute. These regions enable better coverage, reduced latency, and enhanced testing capabilities for global users.

The new regions are:

• Central India - Pune, Maharashtra
• Malaysia - Southeast Asia (Singapore)
• Argentina - South America (Brazil South)
• Mexico - Mexico Central

📕 Visit our Performance Testing Documentation for step-by-step instructions on configuring your tests and making the most of HyperExecute's enhanced regional coverage.

Download Reports for XCUI Framework

Now, you can download the JUnit XML report for your test runs on the XCUI framework.

To generate reports for your XCUI tests, add the reports: true flag in your HyperExecute YAML file and pass the --download-report flag with the CLI command.

📕 Refer to our detailed documentation to Generate XCUI Reports

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We have introduced the Teams feature for private real device cloud to streamline resource management within organizations. 

With this feature, organizations can get the following benefits:

• 📌 Allocate Devices: Admins can now assign private cloud devices to specific teams, ensuring resources are divided effectively.
• 🔒 Exclusive Access: Team members can have secure, dedicated access to their allocated devices for efficient testing workflows.
• 🛠️ Streamline Management: Teams can manage devices more easily and optimize their testing process.

To get started, check out this guide on private device allocation to teams.

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• Fetch Results in SmartUI CLI: The SmartUI CLI now provides the ability to fetch your build results during visual test execution. This way, you can access live, comprehensive information about your builds and screenshots in a JSON format. Refer to this guide on fetching results in SmartUI CLI.
• Parallel Execution of Static URLs in SmartUI CLI: SmartUI CLI also introduces parallel execution for static URLs that will help you improve the speed of visual testing. By enabling multiple URL captures to run simultaneously, execution time can be reduced by up to multiple folds. To get started, refer to this guide on parallel execution of static URLs.  

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In App Automation, you can now get app profiling metrics from your test sessions using an API. You can add this API to your CI/CD pipelines or automation frameworks. This allows you to get real-time performance data—like CPU usage, memory, disk usage, and network activity.

To get the profiling details, send a request to the LambdaTest API. Use your LambdaTest Username, Access Key, and the session ID. The response will include the metrics in JSON format. This makes it easy to link with other tools or reporting systems for more analysis.

Bonus: We have also added support for network log features for Espresso (Sharding/ Non Sharding) and Flutter Android tests. To get started, refer to this guide on Supported Espresso Capabilities.

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We’ve upgraded the UnderPass application from Electron v7 to the latest Electron v32. This means you’ll enjoy better stability, faster performance, and seamless compatibility across all operating systems.

But that’s not all—EU users, we’ve got you covered! UnderPass is now available in the European Union. 

Important: To test a server that requires IP whitelisting, simply establish a local testing connection and whitelist the following IPs for the respective domain: http://ts.lambdatest.com/

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If your website modifies the DOM based on viewport size or specific breakpoints, LambdaTest SmartUI SDK now offers configurable options to adapt to these changes seamlessly. 

When using the SmartUI CLI, the SDK captures the DOM state precisely at the specified viewport size within the test browser and then renders it across the various browsers and resolutions defined in your configuration file.

To get started, check out this guide on capturing responsive DOM screenshots.

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HyperExecute Projects now supports Bitbucket repositories for workflow scheduling. You can seamlessly connect and manage workflows using either GitHub or Bitbucket repositories.

Key Functionalities:

• Connect Bitbucket repositories using Repository Access Tokens
• Schedule and automate workflows from Bitbucket repositories
• Maintain existing GitHub integration with unchanged functionality

📕 Refer to this documentation on HyperExecute Projects.

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We are now live with our newest certification, Espresso 101, perfect for anyone looking to polish their skills in Android app testing with Espresso. 

What’s Inside?

• Hands-On Practice: Gain practical experience with real examples that will help you master Espresso quickly.
• Run Tests on LambdaTest: Discover how to smoothly run your Espresso tests on the LambdaTest cloud, testing across different devices and browsers.
• Certification: Earn your Espresso 101 Certification when you finish, showing off your new skills.

Enroll for Espresso 101 Certification and take the next step in your test automation journey!