The second beta version of Android 15 has been released and is now available to the general public. However, only select smartphones are currently participating in the beta testing, so most users may have to wait for a few more months before they can experience it on their devices. For those eager to try out Android 15 ahead of the official release, which is expected in August or September, there are some great value smartphones that support the beta version. Here are three such smartphones, readily available in India, which offer Android 15 experience at an affordable price. Nothing Phone (2a) The company's non-flagship smartphone is the only one from the brand to have received the Android 15 beta build. Priced at Rs 23,999, it is one of the most affordable smartphones participating in the Android 15 beta testing program. Additionally, it's a great choice for those in the market for a new mid-tier smartphone. With its unique design and glyph lighting, it stands out from the crowd. Furthermore, the Nothing Phone (2a) (review) is one of the affordable smartphones with built-in generative AI features such as a wallpaper generator and ChaGPT integration via widgets. realme 12 Pro+ The realme 12 Pro+ (review) is another affordable smartphone that's eligible for Android 15 beta testing. With a starting price of Rs 29,999, it is slightly more expensive than the Phone (2a). However, this device has a fantastic triple camera setup with a 64 MP periscope zoom lens, a 120Hz curved display at the front and a vegan leather back also makes it look like a premium device. Other prominent features of this phone include the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor, a 5,000 mAh battery with 67W fast charging, and the device offers up to 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage. Google Pixel 6a The Pixel 6a (review), despite being a couple of years old, is one of the first phones to receive the Android 15 beta update. It is powered by Google's in-house Tensor processor. The Pixel 6a is available for around Rs 30,000 on major e-commerce platforms like Flipkart and Amazon. One can also find better deals in the second-hand market. However, it's important to note that this is the last major update for the Pixel 6a. The Google Pixel 6a is receiving the 2nd beta of Android 15, while most other smartphones currently offer Android 15 based on the first beta. If you can extend your budget, the Pixel 7a is also an option, retailing for Rs 37,999. It comes with a Tensor G2 chip, 90Hz display, wireless charging, and an IP67 rating for water and dust resistance. Please note that installing a beta build can break the smartphone's core functions, and we do not advise installing it on a primary device. Also, always take a backup of your complete data before installing a beta build, as rolling back to the stable version will completely erase the internal storage.
