Just as an update, I'll report essentially the same thing I reported earlier in the thread.
I can't say much - for obvious reasons - but I personally understand the 'not knowing' is frustrating and aggravating from outside the beta 'bubble'. I share this for one reason only - to let you know that people are working their tails off.
My update: the beta process for AFXII v.11 and AE v.3 is active, focused and motivated from all parties involved. The development side is efficient and responsive. The beta testers as a team are working aggressively on every beta version and the entire process is encouraging. It is hard work, it's a methodical and pragmatic experience, and it is proceeding and ongoing.
So my message is that a lot of people are working hard and we will all benefit from it. Things are moving with pace and there is focus on getting over the goal line.