Like other major OEMs, Google also organizes beta programs for its Pixel phones. The Android Beta program for Pixel phones gives enrolled users the privilege to test pre-release versions of Android and test drive the new Android features. The reason is always for better and bug-free Android updates to stable users at the end of each beta program.
Although Google has started the developer preview for Android 13, it’s yet to start the beta phase. The company is still on the Android 12 beta program, of which the Quarterly Platform Releases 3 has just been released to eligible users. If you’re already enrolled in the Android beta program for Pixel phones, you can check here for the new update.
How to enroll in the Android beta program for Pixel phones
Before enrolling into the Android beta program for Pixel phones, note that the updates you’ll release are pre-release versions and likely to contain bugs that can “affect the normal functioning of your device.”
Also, once enrolled, you will not be able to go back to a stable version of Android without losing all your data saved on the device. Unfortunately, you might encounter issues restoring backed-up data, which is another reason to consider before enrolling in the beta test program.
If you still wish to continue, below are the steps to take;
- Step 1. Visit Google.com/Android/beta
- Step 2. Sign in to your Google account if required
- Step 3. From the list of your eligible devices, select the one you want to enroll in the Beta Program
- Step 4. Google will perform some magic and send the available beta update to you in a few minutes.
After enrolling in the Android Beta program for Pixel phones, you can start sharing your thoughts on each new update here. There’s also a need to join Google’s Android Bet Program Reddit community.
