Samsung should learn how to do Android 15 beta testing from OnePlus

Several Android smartphone makers have already started the Android 15 beta program for their eligible devices. However, Samsung hasn’t yet started the Android 15 beta program for the Galaxy smartphones.

OnePlus, the Chinese smartphone maker, has also confirmed the Android 15-based OxygenOS 15 beta program for its compatible devices. OnePlus usually provides a clear schedule detailing when various devices can expect to receive beta updates. According to the latest information, On October 30, OnePlus will start the Android 15-based OxygenOS 15 beta program for the OnePlus 12 series.

Unlike Samsung, OnePlus has an open beta program for global users, that is not a region-limited or exclusive program. With this open beta program, OnePlus collects feedback throughout the program.

I believe Samsung should also adopt a similar beta testing policy. By expanding the beta program worldwide, Samsung would gather extensive feedback, enabling significant enhancements to the One UI software. The company is getting better at telling people when updates will come, but the company could be even clearer and give updates more often.

However, there are also some difficulties. Samsung has a lot of different phones globally, which makes beta testing complicated. Because of the different types of phones, they need to do a lot of testing, which can take longer to get the new software out.

Samsung focuses extensively on creating a unique user experience with One UI, which might prioritize stability over speed in terms of beta and official release timelines.

Samsung takes it slow to make sure all the different phones work well with the new updates, aiming for a reliable experience. On the other hand, OnePlus moves faster, targeting users who don’t mind dealing with some glitches during beta testing.