Trashbox emulators. Main features of Windroy. Andy is my choice

Greetings, dear tablet computer lovers. In today's article I have made a selection of the best, in my opinion, emulators of the Android operating system for Windows OS. Also, based on all the material received, I will try to highlight the best Android emulator.

The Android application store contains several hundred thousand different software products, both paid and free. Such an abundance of applications makes this operating system, along with iOS, one of the most popular and in-demand mobile operating systems in the world.

It is absolutely logical that with such, I’m not afraid to say, enormous popularity, various emulators appear on PCs, allowing you to open applications developed for Android on a regular platform. Below you can find a list of the most prominent and high-quality representatives of emulators for Android.

Genymotion

This emulator is perfect for testing your applications created for the Android operating system, all this is available thanks to the built-in OpenGL hardware acceleration. In the past, this project (emulator) was called Android VM, gradually it grew into a full-fledged one, and in my opinion, one of the highest quality products of its kind available.

Genymotoin software tool is a multi-platform emulator, which means that it is available for most operating systems such as: Windows, MacOS, Linux.

Of the large number of advantages and capabilities of this software tool, I would like to note the following:

Quite an impressive base of supported devices for emulation. At the same time, the database is constantly updated, which, of course, is good news;
Allows you to emulate a connection via a Wi-Fi network;
Emulation of rear and front video cameras on the device;
Ability to create screen casts.

This, of course, is not a complete list of all the advantages of this tool. I deliberately did not touch on some possibilities because... they are unlikely to be understandable to the average PC user.

Despite all the capabilities and advantages of this emulator, of course there are also disadvantages, where would we be without them?.

Applications created using Adobe Air Mobile are not supported by this emulator.

If you don’t know which tool to choose, I recommend starting your search with this emulator.

Windroy

Emulator website - socketeq.com

The emulator is the creation of Chinese developers. Of course, this program does not reach the level of the previous one, but it can still be used as an alternative tool. No special capabilities or advantages were noticed.

I would like to note the speed of this emulator; it is indeed somewhat higher than the speed of other tools. But, coupled with the number of “brakes” and “glitches”, this seemingly tangible plus fades. Perhaps by the time you read this article, the developers have eliminated the most obvious shortcomings and bugs. Suitable for Windows XP, 7, 8.

BlueStacks

Not quite an emulator, in the usual sense of the word. This product is rather an environment for running Android games on a personal computer running the Windows operating system. If you're looking for an emulator just to run games, you won't find a better tool than this one.

Among the advantages that this emulator has, I would like to note the fairly good speed of the application.

YouWave for Android

A small, simple program for emulating the Android operating system. If you compare it with other representatives of XP, 7,8) from this list, then YouWave is one of the most used tools. Still, simplicity and an intuitive interface are the two most important qualities of a good emulator.

In fact, this tool is not an emulator - it is rather an Android application development environment that includes, which is completely understandable and natural, tools for testing and debugging created applications.

If you need an emulator for more complex purposes than “testing a toy,” then you can choose this tool. Available for most operating systems, including PC Windows (XP, 7.8).

If none succeeded to start

If you were unable to run any emulator, then you can use these. Because I haven’t tested them on myself, so I can’t say anything about them. Perhaps they will work great for you:

Andy is a new emulator, according to some users, it currently works without additional dances with a tambourine. I'll test it.

Nox APP Player is a good option.

IMPORTANT: If you have chosen a suitable option for yourself, then save time for others - vote for a working tool.

Hello, dear readers of the blog site. If earlier emulators were a tool aimed primarily at developers, now they are a mass product used by ordinary users.

There are quite a few application scenarios: someone plays mobile games using a keyboard and mouse, webmasters, for example, can see what their website looks like on various devices, and many simply get acquainted with Android in this way.

And over the past couple of years, several popular services have appeared that do not have PC clients, but thanks to Android emulators it is possible to use them on a computer (for example,). Natural questions arise: which emulator to choose, which is the most functional, and which is better for certain purposes? In general, let's figure it out.

BlueStacks 2

When you first launch BlueStacks, you can't help but notice that it is significantly different from its competitors. The developers installed their own special Gamepop launcher on top of Android, which displays only games and applications. That is, you won’t find the usual desktops and menus here – the main emphasis is on testing software for mobile devices on a computer.

For the convenience of users, the developers have added a sidebar that simulates various actions with the device: this way you can take a screenshot, change the screen orientation from horizontal to vertical, move files from your computer to the emulator, and much more.

The program has Google Play, so you just need to log into your account to then install applications. Alternatively, this can be done using APK files.

BlueStacks has implemented file transfer from a computer to an Android emulator and vice versa, but to do this, you will first have to download a file manager and do some manipulations. In this article you will find detailed instructions for using BlueStacks, in particular for sending files.

In conclusion, I would like to note that BlueStacks is the most popular Android emulator on PC. I can’t say whether this was influenced by the fact that it is also one of the first emulators, but I know for sure that most users download it exclusively for gaming, and this program interface is perfect for this purpose.

Droid4X

Droid4X can be downloaded from the official website droid4x.com or you can download the full version from specialized resources. The installation process itself lasts 5-10 minutes. After the program is installed, a corresponding notification will appear on the screen. On a 2-core Intel processor, the emulator takes quite a long time to open, about 2 minutes.

Droid4X runs on a slightly redesigned version of Android 4.2.2, the appearance of the desktop is not much different from what we can see on smartphones with the same OS.

In particular, the changes affected the menu and desktops, while the “OS” settings item is generally embedded in the interface. The main screens are divided into 3 views: “Device”, “Recommended” and “App Store”. The last screen is the classic Google Market.

The controls themselves are located at the bottom of the screen and are almost similar to how the Android 4.2.2 operating system looks in the tablet version. At the same time, the standard keys for a mobile OS have been supplemented with buttons for controlling the camera, zooming, keyboard, and others.

A useful feature of this Andoid emulator on Windows is that it has a pre-installed SuperSU application, or in other words, ROOT access. Another very useful feature is Droid4X Multi Manager, which makes it possible to create several copies of the system at once. To control actions in the program, it is possible to use an Android smartphone on which a special controller application is installed.

It is possible to install the Droid4X emulator on the operating system Windows XP or higher. For full operation, the PC must have 1 GB of RAM. During operation, the amount of RAM used by the program is 400 MB and will increase as applications are launched. Well, one of the main advantages is that it is free and completely free of advertising.

Andy OS

Working with Andy OS begins by running the installation file, which can be downloaded from andyroid.net. There are two versions - offline and online. So if there are problems with the connection, it is better to immediately download the offline version, which weighs about 450 MB. If installed online, the volume of the distribution will be 10 MB, and the remaining necessary files will be downloaded as you work.

By the way, the installation is slow, although the manufacturer indicates that the process takes about 10 minutes, in reality everything takes longer.

After downloading, we are taken to the standard Android 4.2.2 desktop. The developer did not “reinvent the wheel” and left the operating system unchanged, and even the graphical shell was the same. True, you can then customize the appearance of the interface yourself.

In the application menu you can find all the programs necessary for operation, including Google Apps. However, the emulator also has an unpleasant property - it independently loads applications that the user does not need without his consent.

In the lower menu, as expected, all controls are located. In addition to the home button, “Back” and “Running Applications” buttons that are standard for this version of Android, there are new keys, for example, controlling the camera, resolution, orientation and other elements.

You can interact with the emulator using peripheral controls, as well as from the touch screen of connected devices. The easiest way to do this is to use the Andy Remote Control program.

In terms of performance, Andy OS shows good performance. You can install it on Windows 7 SP1 or higher. For normal operation, the PC must have 3 GB of RAM, since on average the program uses about 500 MB of RAM during operation. Despite the fact that Andy OS is a free Android emulator, it constantly downloads various advertising applications, which gradually clutters up the memory and leads to uncontrollable traffic consumption.

Genymotion

This emulator is based on VirtualBox. That is, a virtual machine is created, thereby achieving maximum performance. The main thing is to check whether the hardware virtualization extension is enabled in the BIOS (if it is supported by your processor) so that Genymotion works with maximum power.

First you need to register on the official website, after which you can download the program installation file with or without VirtualBox. If you downloaded and installed VirtualBox previously, you can download the regular version of Genymotion.

When you first start, you will have to create a virtual device: you can choose from various smartphones and tablets running Android OS versions existing for these models. For example, Nexus 9 can run on Android 5.0 and higher.

The emulator interface is a bare Android with three familiar control buttons, a menu, a “curtain”, etc. In addition, there is a special side panel from where you can turn on/off the Internet, GPS or webcam, adjust the sound or change the screen orientation.

If you want to learn more about this Android emulator on PC, take a look at the thematic resource. Genymotion is a solution for geeks, which is still actively being developed and updated with new virtual devices.

You can download this emulator from the developer’s website bignox.com, and it can be either an online or offline distribution, at the user’s choice. The installation itself is simple and relatively quick, and takes no more than 5 minutes. The experience begins with a redesigned Android home screen, with an interface similar to a tablet. The shortcuts are arranged in a square grid; there is a dock panel, a status bar and other necessary elements.

There is no menu with applications in Nox App Player, thus reminiscent of the interfaces of Chinese developers, where the application shortcut immediately goes to the desktop. But widgets in the emulator cannot be placed on the desktop. Initially, the installed program has several built-in applications, including Google Play.

The controls are located on the right side of the screen, where you can add the required icon yourself. The advantage of the program is a full-fledged full-screen mode, which is not always found in Android emulators for Windows.

You can interact with Nox APP Player using a mouse or touch screen. In addition, it is possible to assign and add additional control keys in the future, which is easy to do in the control settings.

The functionality here is quite decent. It features the ability to record video from the screen, save multiple system images and switch between them, and support gaming peripherals with already built-in profiles. Interestingly, the settings allow you to independently limit the amount of RAM consumed by the software, with the minimum amount required for operation being 400 MB during startup.

You can install Nox App Player on the operating system Windows XP SP2 or higher. To work, you will need at least 512 MB of RAM on your computer. The program is free, and this Android emulator does not annoy the user with intrusive advertising.

Which Android emulator for PC is better?

The review presents 5 utilities, they all do their jobs perfectly, but I would like to especially highlight Nox App Player and Genymotion. These emulators have maximum functionality, are suitable for both developers and ordinary users, and they do not contain advertising.

If you are a fan of games, then the best option, in my opinion, is BlueStacks.

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Nox

If you are considering Android emulators on PC just for the sake of games, then you should stop at Nox. This program supports the largest number of input organs. You can work with this emulator using a keyboard, mouse, gamepad and other game controllers.

A unique feature of Nox is its support for multitasking. Right in the window of this emulator you can run two games at once, thereby creating multiplayer. Ideal for multiplayer game developers!

The emulator has a clear interface. Users note that the program functions equally stably on all modern versions of the Windows operating system.

Advantages:

Stable operation on most computers;
The best option for games;
Ability to run two identical games simultaneously;
The interface and setup are straightforward.

Flaws:

Old version of Android.

Xamarin Android Player

This is the simplest emulator of the Android operating system, distributed free of charge. In theory, app developers could try it. But such people will note the lack of any serious functionality, after which they will switch to more advanced analogues. Well, for ordinary users of the opportunities Xamarin Android Player will be quite enough.

This program works on all versions of Windows, starting from Windows 7. But to install it you will need VirtualBox from Oracle (also distributed free of charge). Also, do not forget to enable the appropriate technology in the BIOS settings.

Advantages:

Very simple interface;
All basic functions are in place;
There are no installation problems;
Compatible with different versions of Windows;
Can be downloaded for free.

Flaws:

There are no serious functions;
No good multitasking;
Hard games are played with great difficulty.

Another fairly simple Android emulator for PC. It was created by Chinese developers, so you shouldn’t expect any serious capabilities from it. Moreover, the program regularly exhibits slowdowns, which some people will find annoying. But can be installed even on Windows XP, which cannot be said about most of its competitors! Perhaps this is its main and only advantage. In addition, you can only remember the high speed of operation - in those moments when sudden braking does not occur.

Advantages:

Competent emulation of Android and most applications;
Simplified installation;
Completely free;
Works even on older versions of Windows;
Good performance.

Flaws:

No gamepad support;
Sudden brakes during operation;
No normal multitasking.

Summarizing

There are actually other Android emulators out there. But they often work even less stably, and therefore their installation is not recommended. Well, the developers of the programs we reviewed deserve praise. Their creations function perfectly on most computers, while offering quite a wide range of functionality.

Do you love the game on your smartphone and would like to play it at home on the big screen? Or did the Android utility turn out to be so convenient that it would be useful to use it when working on a computer? There are cases when a program was created exclusively for this platform and the search for analogs for the PC does not give the desired results. For all the situations described, there is one solution - launching the Android utility on your computer. For these purposes, you will first need to select an emulator that allows you to run Android programs on a computer running Windows OS.

There are many similar programs available on the Internet. The most common ones are Bluestacks, Droid4x and Genymotion. All of them are free to download and are always available on the developers' websites. The application distribution is added to the emulator in two ways. You can use installation files with the APK extension, previously downloaded from our website, or access the programs directly through Google Play.

Let's consider options for using voiced emulators.

How to Install Apps Using Bluestacks

Download the Android emulator on your PC and install it. After installation, a toolbar will appear at the top of the desktop.
Along with the program, several current modern applications are automatically installed. You can run them to check their operation.
To search for the necessary Android applications, use the search bar at the top of the main program window. BlueStacks will search multiple online stores at once. The largest of them (Market, GetJar, Appstore, 1Mobile and Amazon) are immediately available for search by default.
To install from Google Play, you will need a Google account. You can use an existing entry or create a new one.
After confirming your account, you will see a list of applications according to your search query. Select what you need. Please note that free ones must be marked “Free”. For paid ones, the purchase price is indicated.
Click the “Install” button. In the window that appears, click “Accept”. The installation process will begin.
After waiting for the installation process to complete, you can safely start launching your favorite Android application on your PC.

How to install apps using Droid4x

Download the Android emulator to your computer and install it. A shortcut to launch will appear on the desktop.
Launch Droid4x using the shortcut.
A window will open in which icons of the most frequently used menus will immediately be displayed. Here, in the main window, there is a Google Play shortcut.
We go to the Google Play store. In the search bar, type the name of the program we are interested in and click OK.
From the proposed list, select the desired application and click “Install”.
In the window that appears, click “Accept”. The installation process will begin.
Immediately after installation is complete, you will be prompted to launch the application and enjoy the Android experience on the big screen.

How to install apps using Genymotion

To receive a link to download installation files, you must register on the site using your email address. The link will come in a registration confirmation email.
In the window that opens via the link, select the installation option and click the appropriate button.
The installation will start, after which the VirtualBox, Genymotion and Genymotion Shell shortcuts will appear on the desktop.
When you launch Genymotion using the shortcut, you will find the “Play”, “Add” and “Settings” buttons. They are used to create and launch a virtual Android gadget, and to configure the emulator.
To create a virtual device, click “Add”, use your credentials created in step 1. A list of devices will appear in front of you.
Check out the list and select a device, click “Add”.
In the window that appears, click “Next”, after which the installation of the virtual machine will begin. Then, when prompted by the emulator, enter a name for your device and click Finish.
To launch the device, select it in the main program window and click “Play”.
After that, you can select, install and launch applications as if from the screen of your device.

Summarize

All emulators considered cope with the main function - running Android utilities on a PC. Regarding ease of use and performance, small conclusions can be drawn. They will help you choose an emulator in order to transfer Android applications to your computer.

BlueStacks- a simple emulator that performs the main task, but nothing more. The utility allows you to run games, but it is not always stable and performance leaves much to be desired. It is distributed as a shareware, that is, the basic set of functions is free, but you will have to pay for additional features. An acceptable option for home use.

Droid4x– also simple and undemanding, but, unlike its previous colleague in the shop, more functional and productive. A huge plus is the stability of operation and at the same time it is absolutely free, it never asks for the purchase of additional functions and other things. An excellent option for home use.

Genymotion– a higher-ranking emulator with many additional features. However, they will be of interest mainly to developers for the initial testing of their programs before testing on real devices. The quality of the product and focus on professional use have led to a disadvantage for ordinary users - the emulator is distributed on a paid basis. The free version does not have an Internet connection and many necessary functions. Not suitable for home use.

In this material we will talk about ways to emulate Android on a computer. I think everyone knows that Android is a very popular operating system for mobile devices, so let’s talk about how you can emulate its environment on a computer, for example, to run Android games.

There are several tools for emulating Android on a computer. They all differ in the way they work and the depth of emulation. But let's not talk empty talk and let's take a closer look at them.

ATTENTION!!! To make emulators run as smoothly and efficiently as possible, we strongly recommend that you enable hardware virtualization in the BIOS. Not everyone will have this option, but if it does, it's called " Intel Virtualization Technology" or " Intel Virtualization Technology". With this option enabled, Android emulators will work much better.

1.Andy

A very good Android emulator for PC is the Andy emulator. With its help, you will discover quite impressive functionality of the emulator that few can resist. Firstly, you can play Android games on your computer without problems and almost significant delays. Andy is perfect for this. The emulator can also use your mobile device as a controller, i.e. will display the game on the computer monitor, and the game can be played from a tablet or phone. You can launch games from your desktop and receive notifications.

2.Bluestacks

One of the most convenient options for running Android games on a computer. If you want Android just to play games on its platform, then this is your choice. A very convenient emulation, which is aimed only at running Android games and applications on a PC. But there is no Android OS environment itself, there is only its own GUI with shortcuts for the games that you have installed and Android only gives you the opportunity to play its games.

The Bluestacks emulator is easy to install and configure, so we won’t explain anything more. If you encounter any questions regarding the emulator, please visit its official website.

3.Android SDK

The Android SDK software is a game developer tool, which, of course, provides the ability to run any application for it on Android. But there is one big BUT in the operation of this system. The Android SDK is an extremely sluggish system that takes from 5 to 30 minutes to load, and the performance of the Android OS itself leaves much to be desired. It is for this reason that using the system is highly discouraged, but we have presented it here as a possible option.

If you still decide to use the Android SDK, then download it from the official page and start using it.

4.WindowsAndroid (Windroy)

The Android emulation environment WindowsAndroid is a pretty good job, combining the complete “inner world” of the Android OS, with all its settings and default programs. The emulator may be a little more unstable than BlueStacks, but it is a full emulation of the operating system. You can download the latest version of the emulator from the official website of the developer.

5. Android for PC + VirtualBox

And finally the turn has come to the last popular way to launch Android on your Windows OS. The whole point is to use a special Android for PC, which was discussed in the adjacent material, and VirtualBox, which will allow you to seamlessly install any operating system inside a running OS; in this case, you will need to install Android.

However, if you liked the option of using Android for PC more than its emulation, then just do everything as described in