LambdaTest, a GenAI-driven quality engineering platform, announced support for running Playwright scripts on actual iPhones and iPads using Safari—marking a significant enhancement over testing in simulators or emulators. By enabling Playwright to execute tests on physical iOS hardware for the first time, LambdaTest bridges a longstanding gap, as Playwright itself lacks native real-device support for iOS. This new capability empowers QA and engineering teams to more accurately validate mobile web experiences by mitigating issues common in virtual environments—such as unreliable touch interactions, inconsistent rendering, and hidden performance bottlenecks. The offering integrates seamlessly with CI/CD pipelines and supports parallel execution across multiple devices, while delivering rich debugging artifacts including network logs, command logs, and video recordings, thus accelerating issue resolution.
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“We’re committed to helping developers ship faster without compromising on quality,” explained Mayank Bhola, Co‑Founder and Head of Product at LambdaTest. “With Playwright testing now available on real iOS devices, teams can finally close the accuracy gap in mobile browser automation and deliver digital experiences that feel right to every user, every time.” Currently available in beta, this support covers the latest iOS versions—17, 18, and the upcoming iOS 26—on both iPhones and iPads. Alongside device support, users benefit from LambdaTest’s broader platform features: access to 10,000+ real devices, AI-native test management, support for multiple frameworks (including Selenium and Appium), and integrations with CI/CD tools. This enhancement aligns with LambdaTest’s ongoing commitment to enabling precise, real-world testing at scale, helping teams catch defects sooner and optimize mobile experiences under true user conditions. For detailed setup instructions and usage guidance, LambdaTest has published documentation covering configuration, CI/CD integration, and best practices.
