Oppo launched the ColorOS 17 update in China last month, and the global unveiling is set for October 13, 2026. However, the ColorOS 17 Open Beta programme is now live in India for select OnePlus and Oppo phones, giving eligible device owners an early taste of what's coming.
ColorOS 17 Open Beta Live in India for Select OnePlus and Oppo Phones
The news was shared by OnePlus' Head of Global Community, Yash J on X. At the time of writing, the ColorOS 17 Open Beta update is available for the following phones in India:
| Brand | Eligible Phones |
|---|---|
| OnePlus | OnePlus 15 | OnePlus 15R | OnePlus 13 | OnePlus 13s | OnePlus 13R |
| Oppo | Oppo Find X9 | Oppo Find X9s | Oppo Find X9 Pro | Oppo Find X9 Ultra |
For OnePlus users, this is a big moment. OnePlus recently retired OxygenOS in favour of ColorOS globally. So, moving forward, OnePlus phones will follow a unified software path and will receive ColorOS updates, the same as Oppo phones.
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How to Apply for ColorOS 17 Open Beta in India
The above-mentioned ColorOS 17 eligible devices can download the Open Beta update by following the below-stated steps:
- Make sure your phone is running the latest stable software.
- Open the Settings app and go to Software & update > Software update.
- Here, tap on the 3-dots icon at the top right and select Beta program.
- Select ColorOS 17 Open Beta, accept the terms and tap on Apply.
Applications are open from October 9–12, 2026. Keep in mind that OnePlus gives access to select users, so not everyone who applies may get in. Hence, if you are selected, ColorOS 17 Open Beta access will be unlocked for your smartphone.
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What's New in ColorOS 17?
The main highlight of ColorOS 17 is its new Fluid Design visual language, which is heavily inspired by iOS's Liquid Glass interface design. ColorOS 17 brings a consistent visual experience across the UI, whether in terms of animations, touch feedback, or UI elements.
Here's what else the new update offers:
- Elastic feedback: Buttons and sliders stretch and squeeze when pressed and then bounce back.
- Aurora Engine: Oppo says it cuts app memory use by 25% and makes animations smoother.
- Tidal Engine: Oppo claims up to 55.6% better background app retention and 50% faster scrolling in third-party apps.
- AI features: Includes an AI Photo Editor, AI Notes, live call translation and AI Call Anti-Fraud, which detects scam calls in real time.
For a detailed rundown, make sure to check the dedicated ColorOS 17 features list at Beebom Gadgets.
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