Android 7.0 Nougat launched for Google's flagship phones, the Pixel and Pixel XL, but it has not yet been made available for other smartphones using Android OS. Samsung S7 and S7 Edge users can now, at least, get a preview of Android 7.0 with the launch of the "Android Beta Program."
As per Samsung's official website, this serves as a preview allowing S7 and S7 Edge users to first try out Android 7.0 Nougat before it officially launches in mid-December. This beta program has already been made available in South Korea and is now open in the US and the UK. It is going to launch in China soon.
"Applicants are currently being accepted on a first-come, first-served basis," explained Samsung. "Throughout the 'Galaxy Beta Program' period, users can get a feel for Android 7.0 Nougat with Samsung's latest UX, and can provide feedback on performance, reliability and usability."
Those interested must first check if they meet the requirements, and they must have an active Samsung account. If the applicant is eligible, they can then download the "Galaxy Beta Program" app from the "Galaxy Apps" option or the "Samsung Members" app.
It is also noted that this is not the first time Samsung allowed its consumers to try the latest Android before it was made officially available for their phones. Last year Samsung launched the 'Beta Program' back when Android 6.0 Marshmallow first released.
By using the sneak peek program users can get a feel of what Android 7.0 introduces and what it changes. Consumers can also submit reports regarding bugs, glitches, and lacking features so that the official version can address these problems.
No official release date has been announced for Android 7.0 Nougat for other brands although it is expected to become available for Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge before the end of the year. Other devices are speculated to get their Android 7.0 support by January or later.
