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Can You Run Android on a Windows Pc?

Maya Lin-Takahashi • • 5 min read
Can You Run Android on a Windows Pc?
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You can run Android apps and even the Android operating system on your current PC. This allows you to use Android’s ecosystem of touch-based apps on touch-enabled Windows laptops and tablets, so it does make some sense.

Can I run Android on Windows 10?

An update to the Your Phone app means certain Android phones can now run apps on Windows 10 PCs. Certain Android phone users can now access Android mobile apps directly from their Windows 10 ($150 at Amazon) PC, thanks to an update to the Your Phone app that Microsoft rolled out to the general public in August.

Does Android work with Windows?

Your Phone Companion: Manage your Android phone notifications, pictures, text messages, and make voice calls from Windows 10. You can have the notifications and text messages that your Android phone gets automatically forwarded to your Windows 10 PC, and also have access to your phone’s photos from the PC.

Maya Lin-Takahashi
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Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.