Android 13 isn’t just for developers anymore. A few weeks before the Google I/O conference, the Mountain View giant released its first public beta. For the record, Google will push 6 beta versions total on compatible smartphones Before the final release is planned for September 2022.
Not surprisingly, only owners of a smartphone from the Google Pixel series can already install Android 13 Beta 1. Compatible phones are: Pixel 4 and 4 XL, Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5, Pixel 5a, Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Professional Terminals of other brands will be able to join the beta program gradually in the coming weeks.
What’s new in the first public beta version of Android 13?
Android 13 Beta 1 has lots of new features. First, Google’s adjusted media player progress bar. This progress bar now takes the form of a dashed line instead of a straight, straight line. This broken line is already reserved for the listening part. This change lets you see at a glance where you are in the progress of a title.
The update also allows check all connected devices your smart home even if your smartphone is locked. It is no longer necessary to unlock your phone with your fingerprint or face before turning on a connected light bulb or activating your connected thermostat.
Android 13 also has a new interface for the clipboard. When you make a copy of an item, Google briefly view a picture of the copy in the lower left corner of the screen. By clicking on this image you will be able to replace the copied item, similar to a screenshot. Similar logic is found in iOS.
Android relies on the color tones of your wallpaper to personalize your smartphone’s interface. The mobile operating system allows you to refuse the use of the colors of your wallpaper. It is possible to select several themes by going to the settings. Google enriches the offer with: 16 color options. It is also possible to combine colors to create your favorite interface.
The new version of the operating system has been enriched with a new measure to protect user data. it’s possible now limiting an application’s access to a category of files. Indeed, it is not uncommon for an Android app to request access to a phone’s memory. Until now, the user had to gain access to all stored files. With Android 13 you can choose to give access to photos, videos or audio files. De facto, an app that specializes in audio will no longer access your photos for no reason.
Android 13 beta 1 also adds haptic feedback vibrations when interacting with the interface. When you type text or tap the screen while silent mode is active, slight vibration from the tactile motor under the touch screen. It is obviously possible to adjust and even remove these effects directly from the sound and vibration menu of your smartphone.
There are also a number of minor, minor changes. For example, Android 13 Beta 1 reverts to the original name of “Do Not Disturb Mode”. A previous beta for developers actually renamed the mod “priority mode”. Also note that the Google Calendar app icon will now show the exact date instead of 31.
Finally, it’s worth noting that features that were already revealed in beta versions for developers are making a comeback in Android Beta 1. a speaker by just getting close, support for Bluetooth LE Audio, the possibility to switch profiles from the lock screen and a completely redesigned taskbar with a total of 6 apps on the workbench.
How to install Android 13 Beta 1 on your Google Pixel?
As always, the beta version for the general public is much easier for developers to install than the limited versions. To be able to install the update, all you have to do is join the beta program on the Google website. We explain how to do it:
- meeting day Page dedicated to the beta program on the Google site
- Activate the smartphone on which you want to install the beta version (bottom of the page)
- Accept Google’s Terms of Service
- go to Settings from your smartphone
- find in system
- click Advanced preferences
- To choose system update
- The Android 13 update should be offered automatically. If not, click Check for available updates. If nothing appears, we recommend restarting your smartphone.
- Once complete, your smartphone will reboot.
Before installing this second beta, we recommend backing up your Android smartphone’s data such as your SMS. Note that this is an unfinished test version. It is very likely that you will encounter errors, slowdowns and malfunctions. Finally, we remind you that as long as your smartphone is running under beta version, you will be deprived of monthly security updates.
How to uninstall the beta version of Android 13 and revert to a stable Android version?
A possible accumulation of bugs may make you want to uninstall the beta version of Android 13. Rest assured, it is certainly possible to leave the beta program to revert to the final version of Android. Here’s how:
- Come back Page dedicated to the beta program on the Google site
- enter inside your eligible devices
- Disable the smartphone on which you installed the beta version
- go to Settings from your smartphone
- find in system
- click Advanced preferences
- To choose system update
- An update lets you revert to the Android version you installed
We told you everything that is the beta of Android 13. If you have the update installed on your phone, feel free to share your views in the comments below.
