Oppo has been actively working on Android 16 and ColorOS 16 for months, and now it appears the brand is finally closing in on the stable release. It has just begun the ColorOS 16 Open Beta program, which is the final stage before the stable rollout. The program is currently limited to some high-end devices, including the Oppo Find X8, Find X8 Pro, and Reno 14.
The ColorOS 16 Open Beta program is available for Find X8, Find X8 Pro, and Reno 14 users in India, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Interested users can apply to be a part of this program until October 13. Unlike closed beta or early beta build, the Open Beta is generally available to a wider audience. So, participants have a higher chance of getting early access to the latest features and upgrades ahead of the public rollout.
Here’s how to apply for the ColorOS 16 Open Beta program
It’s important to note that the open beta builds are generally safer and more stable than preview builds or closed beta builds; however, they are still beta builds and hence may contain bugs, errors, and stability problems. You must also back up important data to prevent data loss due to firmware failure or any other technical difficulties.
- Make sure your phone is updated to the detectable version:
- Oppo Find X8: CPH2651_15.0.0.860(EX01)
- Oppo Find X8 Pro: CPH2659_15.0.0.860(EX01)
- Oppo Reno 14: CPH2737_15.0.2.602(EX01)
- Oppo Reno 14: CPH2737_15.0.2.502(EX01)
- Open the Settings app and tap System and update.
- Tap on Software update.
- Tap the three dot icon in the top-right corner and choose Beta program.
- Click the Apply button.
- Check the required boxes and hit Apply.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete your application.
Once your application is accepted, you’ll receive the ColorOS 16 beta via an OTA update. You can manually check for updates by navigating to Settings > System and update > Software update.
Since this is a major upgrade, the download size will likely be a few gigabytes. It’s recommended to download such packages over a Wi-Fi connection. Before installing the update, ensure the device has at least 40% battery, so that it doesn’t power off during the process.
Oppo says some third-party applications are currently incompatible with Android 16. It should be resolved in the upcoming updates. Another important point to keep in mind is that the device performs heavy optimizations in the background after a major upgrade is installed, which generally leads to a faster battery drain. Don’t worry about that if it happens. It usually takes a day or two for the battery consumption to return to normal.
Oppo was one of the first brands to release Android 16 beta, which was a pretty early build, limited only to Find X8 users. The first beta arrived in April this year, followed by additional betas over the coming weeks and months. In August, the ColorOS 16 Closed Beta program went live, and now it’s time for the Open Beta experience. This is the final stage of the beta testing phase, indicating the imminent release of the stable build. Assuming no last-minute critical bugs, the ColorOS 16 stable rollout should begin later this month. We’ll have concrete details about the stable release and rollout schedule on September 15, when Oppo will launch ColorOS 16 globally.
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