Motorola is widening the scope of the Android 17 beta program by adding 14 more models to the list of smartphone owners who can experience a taste of the upcoming major Android release on their mid-range and foldables. The addition of these new models is significant as it opens up the beta testing period for more popular models like the Moto G and Razr series. Until now, these series were left to wait for the stable release. Now users can sign up for the beta to try out new features before anyone else.
Moto G Stylus and Razr models gain access to beta testing
A diverse range of models including Moto G Stylus 2025, Moto G Stylus 2026, Edge 50 Fusion, Edge 50 Pro, Moto G67, Moto G77, Moto G87, Moto G37, Moto G47, Razr 70, Razr 60, Razr 50, Moto G Max, and Edge 60 Stylus are now part of the beta program. This announcement comes after the stable Android 17 release on more than a dozen other models, suggesting a gradual rollout approach. However, the beta sign-up process involves more steps than other Android brands, which might discourage some users from casually participating in beta testing.
Some of the prominent features in this beta release are Live updates in camera cutout, Pixel UI like Settings, Landscape Stereo, Qira AI assistant, Enhanced HDR Brightness, and Battery health. The live updates in camera cutout let users view notifications and system status without needing to open the camera app. The Qira AI assistant brings AI integration into the user interface.
The beta program is open in regions like Brazil, Europe & META, APEM, and LATAM. Motorola hasn't shared the exact date when the beta will roll out. So, it's unclear when the actual rollout of the beta will begin.
We covered the last Android 17 update. There were some common themes around balancing and stability mentioned in that as well. The new round of beta testing will help in bug fixing before the stable release.
With this, Motorola is actively rolling out Android 17 to more devices so that more users can take part in the beta testing process. The integration of AI elements and UI enhancements indicate improvements in user experience. If you own any of the mentioned devices, keep an eye on your registration portals for further instructions on joining the beta.
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The Qira AI assistant integration is likely going to be a heavy drain on the mid-range chipsets in the Moto G series. Beta stability will be the real test here.
I have the Razr 50 but I am in Europe. Does the beta registration portal actually open for EU models yet or is it locked to LATAM regions for now?
Europe and META are listed in the availability section so you should be able to sign up. Just check your device settings for the beta invitation.