In the name of convenience, many apps these days are designed to be cross-platform. They can run on both mobile and desktop, so you can readily switch between devices without starting from scratch. It ...

Running Android apps on my PC used to feel wrong, but Linux makes them feel right at home, and it's better than any Winddows solution.

You can plug in your phone, download an emulator, or install the Google Play Store to access Android apps on your computer. Some tinkering may be required.

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Connect your Pixel 8 or newer to an external monitor over USB-C, and you get a desktop interface to play around with. It's ...