Hi iQOO fans,

I hope you are all doing well. iQOO made an announcement yesterday introducing the exclusive Android 13 Preview Program for #iQOO9Pro users. What does a Preview Program mean? Every time a new Android version is released, we will come across words like "developer preview," "beta version," and "stable version." What do they mean and what are their specialities? Let's check it out!

Developer Preview

Ahead of a full-stable update, Google releases developer previews for the Android operating system. These are intended for app developers, who can then use the preview builds to design and modify their own apps according to the guidelines of the new update.

Developer previews can be unstable and are not to be confused with beta builds, which are much more stable in comparison. What this means is that a developer's build typically has a lot more issues or bugs, and will likely come with a number of software problems. These will get fixed along the way. But most regular users, who likely have one phone as their primary device, should wait for the stable update.

In simple words, The previews are the initial sketches before visualising the final drawing. These previews provide the developers with early access to unreleased features while allowing them to incorporate them into their apps. Also, they are ideally meant for the developers to work on and not the general public.

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Beta Release

The Android Beta offers you a simple way to try pre-release versions of Android and test drive our new features. Beta releases contain all the core components with the functionality already baked in. They give the general public a taste of what the stable version will offer while ensuring that they work upon the bugs that people encounter in the beta build. Now, this can be released in two ways by the developers: open beta and closed beta.

While Open Beta is available to the general public, Closed Beta is restricted to a group of individuals selected by the developers. The secrecy and restrictive nature of the closed beta are due to the fact that this build still lacks certain vital features, hence the need for selected individuals who can report the bugs and suggest some additional features that can be included.

The developers then work on the feedback they've received from the testers and ensure that they incorporate it into the open beta. With the Open Beta, there might be some minor bugs, but that's something that shouldn't stop you from trying this build.

You can definitely go for the Open Beta if you're interested in experiencing the taste of new software without major risks, unlike the case with the Developer Preview. There's no harm in applying for the closed beta testing though, but understand that developers look for people who have a keen interest in helping shape and polish the software, and have a history of reporting bugs.

Stable Release

"Stable release" is, as you might have guessed, also known as "going gold." This is the release most people are going to use, because hopefully it doesn't have annoying bugs and it is performant and reliable. It is the last version in the release cycle.

The stable version means the testing is completed and it is bug free. This is a stable stage wherein the build has been thoroughly tested to provide you with a seamless and hassle-free experience. The most stable version of the software is the stable build. 

A stable version is available for everyone who uses the device, and it is open to all, not just some users.

The above image shows a roadmap of the Android 13 release, including the time period if different releases go through different stages.

Have you applied for the Android 13 Preview Program for #iQOO9Pro ? This is all for today, and please share your opinions and suggestions in the comments.

Keep Questing⚡️

Sharon Anto