OnePlus 11R's Closed Beta program is accepting applications (India-only)

You'll be able to experience OxygenOS 14 ahead of public release
Adhiraj S. Chauhan

The OnePlus 11R was announced on 7th February 2023, and shipped with OxygenOS 13 out of the box. Now, OnePlus has announced an OxygenOS 14 Closed Beta program for the Indian variant of this device. After the Oppo merger, OnePlus has switched to a new format of Closed Beta applications. Earlier, they used to host a survey on a third-party site like SurveyMonkey, but now the application process is built into the OS itself: Settings > About device > Tap "Up to date" > Tap top-right overflow icon.

OnePlus 11 was the first device to get the OOS14 Closed Beta program earlier this month, Nord 3 was second.

You should not expect any build in this program to be stable or polished. If you're accepted, your role will consist in finding and reporting OS bugs to OnePlus so that any critical issues will be fixed ahead of public release. Curiously, OnePlus has already posted a list of known issues, meaning an initial OOS14 Closed Beta build is already available:

  • "The service governance framework has stopped running" error while on standby on the Storage page.
  • Normal charging animation is displayed when using a 20W fast charger.
  • The charging icon on the lock screen does not show the decimal point.
  • "The network service has stopped running" error on the mobile network page.
  • Version details page shows no network connection.
  • The brightness of the AOD is abnormal.
  • Black screen issue when returning to desktop after applying theme set.
  • Screen flashes after clicking the automatic brightness adjustment icon in the status bar under a dark environment.
  • Several third-party apps aren't compatible; see https://community.oneplus.com/thread/1388669445123080192 for more info

Up to 500 users will be accepted into the closed beta program, but they will have to meet a few requirements:

  • own an Indian OnePlus 11R (CPH2487) running version 13.1.0.581 (use our app to update if you haven't already)
  • be comfortable with taking backups and restoring them (some CB builds may require a "clean flash", resulting in data loss)
  • be willing to constantly communicate and provide feedback to OnePlus staff on Telegram (or via *#800#)
  • be an active OnePlus Community member

Besides these requirements, OnePlus may also filter applications based on your other parameters in the application (e.g. how many times you use your phone per day or your current occupation). Users with exceptional participation in this program may be eligible for rewards, though it's not disclosed what they may be.

Note: These closed beta builds can be unstable, and we don't recommend applying if you're not experienced in beta testing, or if you're not aware on rollback/downgrade procedures. If you're accepted, OnePlus will provide guides anyway, but we recommend familiarizing yourself with the process beforehand.

You can apply from 30th August onwards in Settings > About device > Tap "Up to date" > Tap top-right overflow icon. OnePlus expects to process applications by 17th August, and you should receive a message on your phone number with a Telegram group invitation if you're selected. Also, you'll need to sign an NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement) with OnePlus, meaning you will NOT be allowed to share builds and any content related to it with anyone.


Source: OnePlus Community