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Visual Studio Emulator for Android
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Easy to set up and use
Install devices in two clicks, very intuitive interface for simulations.
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Only runs on Hyper-V capable machines
Has to be Win8+ pro edition or higher. No Mac or Linux support yet.
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Simulates many scenarios
Location/GPS (including live journeying), Camera (using webcam or image file from PC), Accelerometer, Networking (bandwidth and signal strength), etc.
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Free
All features are free.
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Fast
Runs using Hyper-V, the built-in virtualization technology in Windows, so it's very fast (like a real device).
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PrimeOS
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Dual boot at single click with PrimeOS installer
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Windows software aren't compatible
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Standalone OS, better performance than any emulator
PrimeOS is standalone OS thus provides 2x performance than any emulator as emulator runs on a host OS.
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3x better performance than windows budget laptop
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Android Gaming on PC
PrimeOS is equipped with a key mapping tool, DecaPro whihc let you play any Android game at the comfort of keyboard and mouse.
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Android Ecosystem with Desktop Interface
PrimeOS provides access to the whole Android ecosystem with complete desktop interface. Now use multiple apps on single screen with minimise, maximise and close option.
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Android
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PrimeOS Desktop
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Droid4X
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Win 10 sleep mode issues
Coming out of Windows 10 sleep mode tends to lockup this emulator. Restarting the emulator seems to be the only option (emulator appears to still be running, but the Android OS is frozen - apps/icons, menu's, google store, etc. )
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Can run dual operating systems smoothly
Flip easily between Windows an Android OS with ease and no performance degradation.
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Windows Only
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Install apps 3 ways
Drag and drop to install or use the apps store or run .apk apps directly to install.
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Custom "Recommand" tab screen from homepage is useless
Gives error "The Contents is not provided in you region".
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GPS simulation
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Gyro sensing not working
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Remote controller options
Use your smart phone to remotely control your Droid4X games (or customize your keyboard)!
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Pressing the Home/Back/Task-List icons may cause some lag for the emulator
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Touch screen support
Very responsive touchscreen for great game play.
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The default home screen is not customizable
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Free
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Buttons on the auto-hide navigation bar are too small
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Great integration with Windows + tablets
Allows for hard or virtual (screen) keyboards, customize RAM and CPU's used, window size or full screen, swipe between Windows 10 and Droid4X, and allows for 1 folder share (local or LAN) as SD
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No widget support
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Amazing graphics
Graphics are exceptional (high end games as well as low end).
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Native screen auto-rotation is only for 180, no 90/-90 except for some inplay games.
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Latest version used is Android 4.2.2
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Official Android SDK Emulator w/HAXM
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Can simulate complex network environments
Each running instance of the emulator has a separate virtual router allowing complex simulations and setups. Network speed and delay can be simulated either by using presets for various network formats or manually entering desired values. It's even possible to interconnect one AVD to another AVD.
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Setting up the whole environment is a hassle
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GPS emulation support
Longitute, latitude and altitude information can be supplied to the device once it's running. NMEA 1083 formatting is optional.
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No Bluetooth support
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Allows sending an SMS to the virtual device
You can send an SMS using the command sms send <senderPhoneNumber> <textmessage>
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Can't place actual phone calls
While simulated phone calls can be placed and received, there's no call audio support.
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SD card emulation support
A disk image can be loaded into the emulator on startup to act as an SD card. This can be done via AVD Manager or mksdcard utility. While the SD card cannot be removed from a running emulator, files can still be moved, copied to and from, and removed from the card. The SD card can be of any size up to 128GB.
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Bad OS X support
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GSM emulated modem allows telephony emulation
Telephony emulation allows simulating incoming calls as well as establishing and terminating data connections. Calls can be accepted, but there's no support for call audio.
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Clunky UI around things like GPS and such
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The virtual device is capable of recording and playing back audio
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Accelerometer support
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Flexible interface
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Works on Windows/Mac/Linux
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Libre/Open source
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Various power characteristics can be emulated
Via the power command, AC charging state as well as battery state, presence, health and capacity can be changed.
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LCD density can be abstracted
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Camera support
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Anbox
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Linux only
Works only on linux since it uses the Systems Linux kernel instead of the Android Linux kernel.
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Fast
Its fast since there is no emulation layer.
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Limited Linux Distribution
Only works on Ubuntu & debian don't Support Fedora/CentOs.
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Genymotion
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Faster than most Android devices
Genymotion takes advantage of OpenGL capable graphics cards allowing it to be one of the fastest Android emulators. The only comparable option is HAXM enabled Android SDK emulator.
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Expensive
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Can be integrated with Eclipse and Android Studio
Genymotion has plugins for Eclipse and Android Studio allowing you to launch Genymotion right from within those IDEs.
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Signup required for download
Before downloading Genymotion, users must create an account. And even if you download from an alternative mirror, bypassing signup, you need to register and login in the application itself before using it.
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Cross-platform
Genymotion is available on Windows, OS X and Linux
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Can't set a custom display resolution
For example: it's impossible to run it in full screen on a full HD monitor.
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A webcam and a dummy webcam can be used with the emulated device
Genymotion allows using a webcam connected to a computer as a camera for the emulated device. It can also enable a dummy webcam that will display a genymotion logo in motion. To use a webcam or set up a dummy, access camera settings panel by pressing ctrl+3 (or ⌘+3), enable the functionality and choose a front-facing and a back-facing camera.
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Can't run inside a virtual machine
Genymotion can't run inside a virtual machine, because virtualbox can't pass on OpenGL support.
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Large library of emulated devices as well as custom devices
Genymotion has a selection of over 20 virtual devices, including various Google, HTC, LG, Motorola, Samsung and Sony phones and tablets. If a device that's needed is not found in the library, a custom phone or tablet device can be created with RAM, screen size and density adjusted from the wrench menu.
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Doesn't come with gapps installed
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Multiple ways of installing an application including drag & drop
Genymotion offers three ways of deploying an app: By dragging and dropping an .apk file on a device (ADB must be installed) By running adb install <appname>.apk By using a web link from within the emulated device
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No OpenGL support; needed to edit BIOS
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GPS Widget
GPS information, including position, accuracy and bearing, can be used and modified in real time. Ctrl+2 (or ⌘+2) to access GPS settings panel.
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Audio is badly distorted with any settings
Using a simple HDMI output to AVR (NVIDIA card HDMI, base setup) the audio is stuttering and badly distorted. I've played with every combination of the settings, the only change was nosound at all with other than the AC97 audio controller (Intel HD, Soundblaster). Genymotion launcher does not have ANY settings for audio, you have to configure it in Oracle Virtualbox settings.
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Simple setup
Installation is standard and after installing and launching Genymotion you'll have to log in. Once signed in, you can create your virtualized Android device.
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Uses Virtualbox separately, configuration is annoying
It is bundled with Virtualbox is the meaning of it's also downloaded. During the install, you have to separately install Virtualbox and manage it after, meaning uninstalling manually when Genymotion is already uninstalled. The separate install causes ridiculous setup process, where yoiu have to set properties in the Genymotion launcher AND the Oracle Virtualbox launcher, too. Very awkward.
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Comes bundled with Virtual Box
Genymotion runs on Oracle Virtual Box, that is bundled with the installation.
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Free version is for non-commercial work only
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Allows creating shared folders between host and VM
In order to enable the functionality: Go to your VirtualBox VM setting / Shared folder tab Add a shared folder with the folder you want to shared, and check the "auto mount" option Start your VM as usual from the Genymotion software Your shared folder is available in the /mnt/shared directory (multiple shared folders are supported)
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No way to install your applications directly from Titanium Studio before version 3.2
With an app's apk it's possible to simply drag & drop it on a running device to install and launch the app.
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Emulates every Android version starting with Jelly Bean and later
Genymotion supports Android 2.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 and 4.4 emulation.
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Accelerometer and gyroscope is not yet emulated
Although accelerometer and gyroscope is not yet emulated, accelerometer data from a physical device can be used with the remote control widget.
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Free version available
A free version is offered to use it with general functionality non-commercially.
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Proprietary
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Enterprise Grade Android Emulator
Genymotion is a true enterprise grade Android Emulator and a very close competitor to Bluestacks in terms of features and apps compatibility. One of the key differences between Bluestacks and Genymotion is the target users. Genymotion majorly targets app developers while Bluestacks primarily targets app users and gamers.
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Allows setting a custom Android or device ID (paid)
A custom or random Android ID & Device ID / IMEI / MEID can be set up from the Identifiers pane that can be accessed by clicking ctrl+6 (or ⌘+6). Since IMEI and MEID are often used as device IDs, Genymotion generates number compliant with the GSM 02.16 standard.
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Easy device duplication and reset (paid)
A virtual device can be cloned and reset to factory settings quickly.
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Can simulate multitouch interactions
Multitouch commands can be issued via mouse and keyboard.
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Allows controlling an emulated device with a physical device (paid)
Remote control widget allows taking control of an emulated device via a physical one. It forwards multitouch gesture and accelerometer information to the virtual device.
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Allows capturing screenshots and videos (paid)
To capture a video or a screenshot, access capture widget by clicking ctrl+4 (or ⌘+4) and clicking either screenshot or screencast. This is especially useful for older device images (before 4.4) where there's no native way of recording.
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A pixel emulated takes exactly one pixel on monitor (paid)
Each pixel can be set to display using exactly one pixel of your monitor. To enable this functionality click ctrl+r (or ⌘+r).
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Network quality emulation (paid)
Genymotion offers multiple network profiles - Wifi, edge, 3G, 4G. Network quality (various delays and packet loss) can be controlled via UI (accessed by clicking ctrl+7 or ⌘+7), Java API or command line.
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Android-x86
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It's a complete port of Android to x86
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Slow performance
Runs very slow which is not efficient.
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Has Bluetooth & WiFi support
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Short list of supported devices
Currently it's tested on only the following devices: ASUS Eee PCs/Laptops Viewsonic Viewpad 10 Dell Inspiron Mini Duo Samsung Q1U Viliv S5 Lenovo ThinkPad x61 Tablet Check them out, download a build and try it for yourself, read their forums and see what is presently happening, from the SurfacePRO 3 work in progress to the older Asus T100 ongoing work and many other PC's, Laptop, 2-in-1's, the older Surface 2, Dell XPS 12, Dell Venue 8, HP Stream, Sony Viao and many others. AOSP KitKat is their present released product, Lollipop version 5.1.1 is their present development cycle. There are builds available for either.
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Stable device support
Runs on more devices than any other available Android on a PC product presently available, KitKat, Lollipop, all open source.
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Actively developed
Since 2009 the pet project of running Android on a PC by a highly respected developer, has gathered many developer contributions from the open source community...and in 2015 they are still going strong and delivering. Contributors are welcomed and needed for ongoing development work, any donations are accepted.
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Open source
Using Open Source Mesa for GPU / Video and presently up to Linux Kernel 4.0.6, with some Kernel 4.1 test builds available from contributors....
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Based On:
Android Open Source Project
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Android dalla
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BlueStacks
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Does not run on Linux
Only for Windows and Mac OSX.
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Easy to use and set up
For end users who are not developers, Bluestacks is perfect for the simple reason that it is just one click install, one just need to download the package and install it on windows or Mac to start accessing games and apps. It is just simple!
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Default home screen can not be customized and lags a lot
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Designed with gaming in mind
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Default launcher hides almost all normal Android functionality
The default launcher acts like a portal to launch games and not much else. If you're looking for a stock setup without much tweaking, look elsewhere.
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Creates shortcuts for Android apps
A folder on the desktop with shortcuts to apps will be created. Opening a shortcut will start up BlueStacks and run the selected app.
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Has bloatware and popup ads on free plan
You have to pay to remove both bloatware and popup ads.
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Decent performance
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No need to register in order to download and install
Only a Google account is needed, which is the same as setting up an Android phone.
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Can install apps from Stores and from APK files
Installing apps from APK files is important for developing purposes.
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Can run multiple instances
Now, running multiple instances of BlueStacks is possible even with different Google Accounts.
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Can transfer files between BlueStacks and Windows host
There are shared folders for this purpose.
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Built-in search allows quickly looking up and installing apps
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You can use BlueStack tweaker (portable), then you can access root and easily transfer files
You can not only transfer from Windows to Android storage (from BlueStack tweaker), but you can also delete or rename a file from it and also access themes and other options.
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Console OS
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Vaporware
Console OS is just other people's source code redistributed under a different name.
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Designed as a desktop OS
Console OS is Android modified so it can be a viable replacement for your currently installed operating system.
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Limited hardware support
Only a small number of devices are supported, however support for additional devices will be added in the future
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AMI DuOS
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Discontinued
AMI DuOS was officially discontinued
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Runs Android Lollipop
Runs Android Lollipop, whereas most other emulators run KitKat or older. Jelly Bean version available as well.
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It's free now
Costs $15 (Lollipop), but a 30-day trial is available. Costs $10 for Jelly Bean version.
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Fast
Performs significantly better than most alternatives
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Andy
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Can be rooted
To root Andy download this rootkit, extract the archive and run AndyRootkit30.exe. It comes with frequently installed root applications that can be installed in the process and also allows unrooting Andy.
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Andy's Installer is known to drop/install a bitcoin miner
Andy's Installer has been reported to drop a bitcoin miner on users computer which causes significant drop in PC performance.
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Easy to get started
As long as virtualization is enabled in BIOS, the setup is straightforward. Simply download, install, run. First time the software runs it will ask to either log in with a Google account or create one allowing it to download software directly from the Play Store.
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Still on Jelly Bean
KitKat version is planned.
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The virtual machine Andy runs in is highly customizable
With some tinkering, Andy can be set up to run with up to 3GB of RAM, the current Android 32bit RAM limit. It allows for a smooth experience and offers enough power to have multiple apps running simultaneously. The VM can even add more virtual CPU cores to Andy, doubling it's processing power or more.
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No Linux Version
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Use of Genymotion VHD allows Andy to be very fast
Andy is built on top of the powerful Genymotion VHD. It takes advantage of OpenGL capable graphics cards allowing it to be one of the fastest Android emulators.
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Can crash your mac
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Allows installing third-party launchers
Andy comes with a custom clever implementation of ADW. It is theme-able, while functions very well without any modifications. The app sorting is a nice touch. Andy is compatible with most Android launchers.
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Only installs in Windows Drive C:/
Which is where windows is installed. What's more, it does not let you change the installation path.
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Great application compatibility and stability
Andy is constantly optimizing for applications to perform better on their system. Their support staff has a reporting setup to get the right information to the developers as fast as possible.
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Quite resource intensive
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Allows using a smartphone as a controller
It can't stream media to a phone, but it can work as a game controller. It allows for accelerometer- and touch-based interactions.
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Good customer support
Andy manages support mostly through a Facebook group where both knowledgeable admins and smart community members help answer questions.
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Fully functioning notifications and widgets
Andy supports all traditional Android widgets and notifications. It can even use apps like Push Bullet to send those notifications to their other devices.
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Great Clash of Clans gameplay experience
The new launcher provided for, it seems, limitless number of Andy tablets. Have a Andy just for CoC with 3GB and 4CPUs to maximize your CoC play to the next level. Then make a full copy of that machine for a full backup. Have an Andy for the children, be able to lock each Andy with a password lock-screen. And manage all this with less only 7 buttons ;) Again, Simple and powerful.
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Simple OS upgrade process
As of this latest version, users can be notified of new versions and incremental changes. It's possible to update only certain pieces or parts, rather than downloading an entirely new build. Andy is also exploring OTA update possibilities.
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Andy is available in over 40 languages.
For a full list of supported languages, see here.
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All apps and settings can be synced between Andy and an Android device on the same network with 1ClickSync
While setting up Andy, 1ClickSync will ask for Google Account credentials that allow keeping apps and their settings in sync between Andy and an Android device.
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Available on Windows 7 & 8
Andy is available on Windows 7 and 8.1 PCs with OS X support in development.
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No signup required
Downloading Andy requires only one click with no email address or account needed.
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