beta program for android 8

[Mack85]

Why beta program for andriod 8 is not available in bahrain 

We should also get opportunity to do beta testing 

[raab]

Good morning

You are in ME

that equality is for IOS users

[adharsh_]

I think beta version is not available in middle east region

[Mack85]

Yes samsung confirmed its availble in uk and us only

[adharsh_]

Indian users also got one ui 8 beta

[Mack85]

Then i think i misread the the line

[Rahul_Radhakrishnan]

Hi 👋
The Beta program is usually limited to a few regions like Korea, USA, Germany, India, UK, etc. This is because:

Samsung needs to manage servers and support teams region-wise.

Beta testing requires close monitoring, and only select markets are chosen for faster feedback.

After testing, the stable version is released globally, including Bahrain.

So don’t worry, you’ll get the update once it’s stable. The limitation is not region bias, but just to make testing smoother.

If you’d like to see Beta programs in Bahrain, you can submit a request through the Samsung Members app → Support → Send Feedback → Feature request.

[raab]

Dont wast time for submitting request..
This is not happening even for top tier line up

When SOFTWARE update is bottom of your MENUe u can align how important is that...

Easy solution is IOS. Regardless of ME region u get equal update for all nationalities all servers and after so called TESTING.😊

Testing is done on those region which they think are competitive nor like ME, why ME can't be one of those region where SAMSUNG is sold the MOST.

[Rahul_Radhakrishnan]

Hi 👋
I understand your point. Apple and Samsung follow very different update strategies, Apple pushes one global release, while Samsung staggers updates region by region. This is mainly because Samsung supports a much wider lineup of devices, regions, carriers, and chipsets, so testing needs to be phased.

The good part is that Samsung now gives longer software support (up to 7 years for flagship models) and feature-rich updates. Even if the Beta is limited to a few regions, the stable version always rolls out to everyone, including the Middle East.

So while it may feel slower compared to iOS, you’re still getting full updates and long-term support.

[raab]

@Rahul

Allow me to disagree with ur 1st both sold 200 plus millions

Herr the point is beta software being available in one region and not in other region

Choice should be with consumer whether to install BETA it or not

Lets agree for ornament sake that Samsung makes wider line up.. but why are they not providing this option to top tier ( Z fold / ultra) theft hefty expensive devices

I dont think people uses a phone for 7 long year.. post covid vaccinations that 7 year guarantee is not valid 😂

My point is it shouldn't be region wise at all, or atlwast it should be available for ME where I found diehard fans of Samsung in good numbers.

Thanks