December’24 Updates: Unlock New Features in KaneAI, SmartUI, and More!

Hello, testers! We’re excited to introduce a host of updates to the LambdaTest products that we rolled out last month. We added some powerful capabilities across various product lines, such as KaneAI, SmartUI and HyperExecute. And there are even more.

These updates and enhancements mark a fresh start with exciting improvements that will enhance your testing experience.

Let’s look at them one by one!

Boost AI Testing Using KaneAI New Features

KaneAI has introduced several exciting updates to speed up and simplify your testing process. These enhancements aim to streamline workflows, improve test accuracy, and boost overall productivity for QA teams.

Here’s a quick look at what’s new:

• Create and Run Test Plans With KaneAI: We’ve introduced a feature that makes it simple to create test plans using KaneAI-generated test cases and run them directly on HyperExecute. You can test across multiple browsers and operating systems at once, saving both time and effort. No manual setup is needed—just create your tests and execute them.



• Validate JSON Objects With Natural Language: You can now validate JSON objects in KaneAI using natural language. It simplifies checking complex JSON structures, whether through API calls or JavaScript snippets in your test cases. It’s especially helpful for those who don’t want to deal with manual assertions.



• Run Tests on Multiple Configurations: KaneAI now lets you run tests on multiple configurations simultaneously. With parallel test execution, you can save time and boost efficiency, especially when handling large test suites.



• CI/CD Pipeline Integration: You can now trigger test plan execution directly from your CI/CD pipeline using direct API.



It helps integrate testing into your development process, enabling continuous testing with faster feedback loops. It’s all automated, so your team can focus on development without worrying about manually starting tests.



• Automate Mobile App Tests With Appium in Java: KaneAI can now generate Appium test scripts in Java for automating native app tests. If you’re working on mobile apps, this feature helps you get up and running quickly by generating ready-to-use scripts for your automation needs.
• Reusable Test Modules: You can group your test steps with KaneAI modules for web and mobile app testing. It makes creating and maintaining tests more efficient by reducing redundancy and keeping things organized.



• Variables for Native App Tests on Real Devices: For native app tests on real devices, you can now use variables in KaneAI. It makes it easier to handle dynamic data and ensures your tests run smoothly on real devices without adding complexity.
• Streamline Test Case Management With Parameters: With parameters in KaneAI, you can simplify test case management and run tests with multiple data inputs. With data parameters, you can handle configurations with ease, saving time and effort.



• Manage Input Values With Datasets: KaneAI now lets you easily manage input values for test cases using Datasets. It helps you reuse data efficiently and save time on manual entry. KaneAI also allows you to use parameters to run tests with different inputs that offer greater flexibility.



• Track Milestones for Projects: The Milestones in KaneAI lets you track critical project goals and feature releases with specific test runs. It gives you a clear, organized way to track progress toward your project’s completion.



• Simplified Test Runs: We’ve combined Test Plans and Builds into a single entity called Test Runs. So, you can easily manage and execute tests across different configurations in one place.



• Improved API Testing: The API module now supports PATCH requests and allows variables to be used in API bodies.

Enhance Visual Testing With Latest SmartUI Features

SmartUI has released a series of updates to improve your visual testing experience. These enhancements will smooth and optimize your project management, screenshot handling, and test workflows.

Let’s dive into what’s new:

• Create and Authenticate Projects Using Project Name: You can now create and authenticate projects in SmartUI CLI using project names. It adds flexibility to the existing project token-based authentication. You can set a project name in SmartUI as an environment variable, making it easier to create or access projects during CLI runs.



• Handle Missing Screenshots in Git Strategy: You can now manage builds with missing screenshots in SmartUI to avoid false baseline updates. Builds missing screenshots are flagged, and if no visual changes are found, they’re auto-approved but labeled “Incomplete.” It ensures your baselines remain accurate and highlights potential test execution issues.



• Group Screenshots With Build Names: You can now group screenshots in SmartUI CLI using build names for better structurization. New screenshots can be added to existing builds, making it easier to track changes. This feature works with Git to maintain baseline consistency across branches.
• Enhanced Comparison and Management in Smart Ignore: The SmartUI Smart Ignore feature now offers more advanced comparison strategies. You can customize mismatch percentages and choose between Strict and Smart Ignore modes. These options provide control over visual testing, making it adaptable to various testing needs.
• Support for Project Settings in Smart Ignore: SmartUI now includes project settings in Smart Ignore. You can customize options like mismatch thresholds and advanced comparison settings for your visual tests, making it easier to tailor Smart Ignore to specific project requirements.



• Redesigned SmartUI Screenshot Dashboard: The SmartUI screenshot dashboard has been redesigned for a faster and easier experience. With features like pinch-to-zoom, side drawer navigation, and a more spacious layout, managing visual tests is now more efficient.

Test Manager Widgets and Enhanced Insights Usage Reports

We’ve introduced some new updates in LambdaTest Insights to enhance your test analysis experience and make data analysis more efficient.

Check out these new features focused on providing actionable insights and simplifying workflows.

• Test Manager Widgets: The new Test Manager Widgets provide valuable insights into your test cases, execution data, and more.

With drill-down capabilities, you can click on any widget data point to explore detailed information, such as test case specifics, failure patterns, and execution history.



• Enhancements in Insights Usage Reports: We’ve improved Insights Usage Reports to give you a clearer picture of your team’s testing patterns. These enhancements include granular user-level insights, allowing you to monitor individual team members’ device usage with precision.

You can also view detailed metrics to differentiate time spent on physical versus virtual devices. By leveraging these insights, you can optimize resources, streamline workflows, and effectively plan capacity.

Teams Feature for Private Real Device Cloud

We have introduced the Teams feature for private real device cloud to improve resource management within organizations. This update allows for more efficient device allocation and testing workflows.

Here are the following benefits you get with the Teams feature:

• Admins can assign private cloud devices to specific teams, ensuring resources are distributed effectively.
• Team members gain exclusive, secure access to their allocated devices.
• Teams can easily manage devices, streamlining their testing process.

Link App Automated Test Cases With Test Manager

You can now link app automated tests directly with Test Cases in Test Manager. With this, you can simplify tracking and managing mobile automated tests, making it easier to align them with your testing strategy.

Also, with this feature, you can maintain better test coverage and streamline your test management workflows.

Run Performance Tests Across New Regions

HyperExecute now lets you run performance tests on over four new regions, bringing better global coverage and reduced latency.

The newly added regions are:

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

Bonus: For mobile automation, you can now download JUnit XML reports for the XCUITest. framework.

Renewed Security Certificate for LambdaTest Tunnel

To enhance security and ensure a smooth user experience, we have renewed the security certificate for the LambdaTest Tunnel binary, effective January 2, 2025.

Therefore, please update your LambdaTest Tunnel binary to the latest version, 3.2.10, at your earliest convenience.

For any queries or help, feel free to reach out to us at support@lambdatest.com.

Summing Up!

To sum up, we’ve released some exciting new updates to LambdaTest that will improve your testing experience even further.

With features like AI-driven test plans in KaneAI, a redesigned screenshot dashboard in SmartUI, expanded global testing regions in HyperExecute, and the new Teams feature for private real device cloud, we’re here to help you test smarter.

These updates aim to make your workflows smoother and help you get quality results faster in 2025 🙂

Salman Khan

Salman works as a Product Marketing Manager at LambdaTest. With over four years in the software testing domain, he brings a wealth of experience to his role of reviewing blogs, learning hubs, product updates, and documentation write-ups. Holding a Master’s degree (M.Tech) in Computer Science, Salman’s expertise extends to various areas including web development, software testing (including automation testing and mobile app testing), CSS, and more.

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