The ColorOS 17 beta testing program has officially started for the OnePlus 15 and OnePlus 15R in India. The rollout marks the first step in OnePlus' transition from OxygenOS to ColorOS, following the company's earlier announcement that future Android 17 updates for eligible OnePlus devices will be based on OPPO's ColorOS platform.
The closed beta program is currently limited to 300 users, giving selected participants early access to the upcoming software before its public release. Applications are open for a limited time, and interested users must complete a qualification process before joining the program.
ColorOS 17 Beta Testing: How To Apply
OnePlus has confirmed that only 300 users will be selected for the closed beta. Applicants must successfully complete a quiz and may also need to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) before receiving the beta update.
The application window closes on August 7.
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Steps to join the ColorOS 17 beta testing
- Open Settings
- Go to System & Update
- Select Software Update
- Tap the three-dot menu
- Choose Beta Program
- Select Closed Beta and tap Apply
- Accept the required terms and conditions
- Sign in with your OnePlus account
- Complete the 15-question quiz
- Applicants can attempt the quiz up to three times
- The highest score will be considered during selection
OnePlus will notify successful applicants within a few days after reviewing the applications.
The ColorOS 17 beta testing has also started for the OPPO Find X9 Pro, OPPO Reno 15 Pro, and Realme GT 8 Pro in India, reflecting OPPO's expanded role in software development for both OnePlus and Realme devices.
What To Expect From ColorOS 17
ColorOS 17 is expected to introduce several design improvements and performance enhancements based on Android 17.
Expected features include:
- Rounded interface elements across the system
- Redesigned buttons and pop-up menus
- Improved Luminous Rendering Engine
- Faster system performance
- Better battery efficiency
- Improved software stability
- Enhanced animations and visual effects
Although OnePlus devices are moving to ColorOS, the company has confirmed that users will have the option to roll back to OxygenOS 16 after the stable ColorOS 17 update becomes available later this year.
Earlier versions of OxygenOS already shared the same underlying codebase as ColorOS while maintaining a few unique design elements. It remains to be seen whether these OnePlus-specific features will continue in ColorOS 17.
With the launch of the ColorOS 17 beta testing, OnePlus begins a major software transition that aims to deliver faster updates, improved stability, and a more unified software experience across OnePlus, OPPO, and Realme devices.
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