But that's hardly surprising, when some apps won't even run on specific Android tablets, and overall BlueStacks claims 96% compatibility with apps in general, 86% with games.Īll supported apps work with your PC's mouse, camera, webcam and microphone, and BlueStacks also supports multi-touch and has integrated sensors.

The free version downloads sponsored apps from time to time, but if that's a problem you can upgrade to BlueStacks Premium for $24/ year. Version 4.0 brings a browser-like tabbed interface. Every time you launch an app, it opens in a new tab, making it easier to switch between them. There's a Back button, too, just like a regular browser.Ī new toolbar has options to take a screenshot, set your location, simulate a device shake, install an APK, transfer files from Windows, copy/ paste to and from the local clipboard, and more. Storage capacity has been doubled to 32GB (16GB internal storage, 16GB SD card), although this only works with new installations - not upgrades.Īnd apparently there are 'lots of improvements and bug fixes allowing many apps to run seamlessly'.

Verdict:Īn easy and feature-packed way to access Android apps on a PC.

They enable you to install earlier versions of an app.

While Google Play only allows Android users to install the latest version of an app, third-party sources enable you to dive into the archives and install older versions.

They can help you install and use the beta version of an app that’s been leaked ahead of its official release.

This is quite common in the gaming world.

You’re able to get around Google Play geographical restrictions that make certain apps unavailable depending on your location.

The steps to install APK files on BlueStacks vary according to the version you’re using.įirst, let’s see how to install APK on BlueStacks 4.230 and below.

Bluestacks 4.230