Motorola has launched its Android 17 beta program, offering early access to the next version of Google's mobile operating system. This move comes as a surprise given Motorola's recent track record of slow major Android updates. The company is making the beta available to select devices in specific regions.

The eligible devices include the Motorola Edge (2025) for users in the US, and the Moto G57 series for those in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India. Users with these devices can enroll in the beta program through dedicated links provided by Motorola. The company is taking a staggered approach, offering different enrollment pages based on device model and region.

As with any beta software, Motorola warns users not to install this on devices they rely on for critical functions. Early beta versions often contain bugs and stability issues that could affect daily use. This beta program represents a shift in Motorola's update strategy, potentially signaling faster Android version rollouts in the future, though the company hasn't confirmed if this accelerated pace will continue for the stable Android 17 release.