Release highlights

26.2

This release introduces the following new features and enhancements:

• Perfecto Connect support added for virtual devices and web devices in Scriptless Mobile

• Scriptless MobileScheduler enhancements allow refreshing the job list and creating non‑recurring (manual‑only) scheduled jobs

• Manual Testing improvements include expanded device filtering and sorting options and updated accessibility‑mode selection

• Opt-in model for repository downloads will take effect on April 1, 2026, enhancing data security

• New REST API endpoint enables exporting Scriptless Mobile tests as Appium JavaScript

• Quantum 3.1.9 released with security fixes, configuration updates, and global data‑provider support

Deprecation and end-of-life (EOL) reminders:

• Android 8 and 9 will reach EOL on March 29, 2026.

• Appium 1 has been disabled for most customers since January 13, 2026. As of March 1, 2026, Appium 2.19 is the default execution engine.

This release also adds support for new platform versions for real devices as well as new browser versions.

26.1

This release introduces the following new features and enhancements:

• Perfecto MCP server for accessing platform capabilities through natural-language requests

• New REST APIs for certificate management and and audit record retrieval

• Variable selection for loops in Scriptless Mobile

• Voice call audio on Android devices

Deprecation and end-of-life (EOL) reminders:

• Android 8 and 9 will reach EOL on March 29, 2026.

• Appium 1 has been disabled for most customers as of January 13, 2026. On March 1, 2026, Appium 2.19 becomes the default execution engine.

This release also adds support for new platform versions for real devices as well as new browser versions.