With the Android Beta Program, you don’t have to worry about unlocking the bootloader or flashing your device using a system image. All you have to do is sign up for the program and your device is ready to go!
Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google. It is the most popular mobile platform in the world, with over 1.3 billion active users as of February 2019. Android releases are typically unstable, so it’s important to use a secondary device to test out pre-release versions of the OS before installing them on your primary device. If you do install a pre-release version of Android and experience problems, there is a way to revert back to the last stable version of Android. I’ll explain how below. ..
Join Android Beta Program
The first step is to join the beta program and enroll your device. Visit the Android Beta Program website and login with your Google account credentials. Use the same account that you are using on your Nexus device.
You should see a list of your eligible devices towards the middle of the page. If you don’t see your device, make sure it’s not hidden in Google Play. Click on the Enroll Device button and accept the license agreement.
Install Android Beta
Your phone will show an update notification, indicating that there is now a new update available for your device.
If you’re using a Nexus device, you can now download the latest version of Android onto it using the notification.
Android N beta features include multi-window support, direct reply for notifications, and more. Once the beta has been downloaded, you’ll get another notification to install it.
The installation process for the Galaxy S8 is relatively simple. You will need to have a compatible device and follow the prompts to install the software. After installation is complete, you should be able to login to your device and check for app updates.
If you’re running a beta version of Android N, you can verify this by going to Settings and then tapping on About Phone all the way at the bottom. ..
Scroll down to the bottom of this page and you’ll see the Android build number.
If you’re using a beta version of Android N, there are some things you can do to troubleshoot and fix any problems. If you’re still having trouble, you can always roll back to the latest stable version. ..
To enroll a device in the Android Beta Program, just log back into the website and you’ll see an Unenroll Device button.
Android updates can be a pain. They come out of nowhere, and often require you to reset your phone or lose all your data. So, if you’re not prepared for an update, be sure to back up your phone first. ..
Android N is a great update for Nexus devices, but it’s not as user-friendly for non-Nexus users. The Beta Program makes it easy for anyone to try out the latest version of Android with just a few clicks. I’ll talk more about some of the new features in a future post. ..
