OnePlus has now published OnePlus 8 Android 11 Beta 2 builds that are available for the standard as well as the OnePlus 8 Pro variant. Download these firmwares immediately using the official links listed ahead — installation instructions given as well. Keeping up with Google, OnePlus has been relatively quick in releasing these Beta updates that allow enthusiasts to test upcoming Android R. Further, for developers, this serves as a great opportunity to configure their apps properly before the version is released for the general public. With improved stability over the last Android 11 Beta, OnePlus 8 Android 11 Beta 2 is a must try!
Android 11 is primarily focused on refining the Android experience. Instead of heavily modifying the UI or dramatically changing the functionality, Android R tries to improve on Android Q by refinement. It tweaks the fundamentals for better performance, efficiency and reliability. As the release is still in development, these Beta builds become a teaser to the real deal. Further, the Beta name signifies that bugs are expected. Anyhow, read ahead to download OnePlus 8 Android 11 Beta 2.
OnePlus 8 Android 11 Beta 2 Details
The headlining change from OnePlus 8 Android 11 Beta 1 to Beta 2 is platform stability. OnePlus 8 Android 11 Beta 2 should be more reliable as compared to the last build and with that, it should also provide developers a strong test bench to evaluate their apps for latest version of Android. Additionally, bugs should be addressed as well.
Being still classed as an update only meant for advanced users, developers and enthusiasts, there are some known faults with OnePlus 8 Android 11 Beta 2 that users should be aware of:
- All data will be cleared while flashing the build
- Certain UI screens look less than desirable
- Some camera functions are not available
- Some apps may not function as expected
- System stability issues
Despite these bugs, we still think it is worth trying as after all, you get an early look as what is to come in the upcoming stable version.
Download OnePlus 8 Android 11 Beta 2 for Standard / OnePlus 8 Pro
OnePlus has released complete firmware packages for Android 11 Beta. Download these for your corresponding device and then use the steps ahead to install them on your phone.
- OnePlus 8 Android 11 Beta 2
- OnePlus 8 Pro Android 11 Beta 2
How to Install Android 11 Beta on OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro
Once you have the files downloaded, here is the complete procedure on how to upgrade your OnePlus phone with Android R Beta.
- Download the latest ROM upgrade zip package from the specified server.
- Copy the ROM upgrade package to the phone storage.
- Go to Settings -> System -> System Updates -> Click top right icon -> Local upgrade -> Click on the corresponding installation package -> Upgrade -> System upgrade completed to 100%.
- After the upgrade is complete, click Restart.
The device will boot into Android 11. Test it out, experiment and explore
How to Downgrade from Android 11 Beta on OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro
Since Beta builds have known faults and aren’t stable enough to be daily driven, many users would want to return to stable firmwares after trying Android R. To do that, OnePlus provides downgrade packages. Download these for your device and use the steps ahead for installation — same as Android R upgrade ones.
Downgrade Packages / ROMS
| Device | Region & Download |
|---|---|
| OnePlus 8 | North American Variant |
| Indian Variant | |
| European Variant | |
| OnePlus 8 Pro | North American Variant |
| Indian Variant | |
| European Variant |
Once you download the package, follow these steps to downgrade.
- Download the latest ROM upgrade zip package from the specified server.
- Copy the ROM upgrade package to the phone storage.
- Go to Settings -> System -> System Updates -> Click top right icon -> Local upgrade -> Click on the corresponding installation package -> Upgrade -> System upgrade completed to 100%.
- After the upgrade is complete, click Restart.
These steps should have successfully downgraded your phone to stable Android 10 builds. If you ran into problems, let us know in the comments!
