Android app developers can simulate map locations and other sensor data to test how an app performs with various motions, orientation, and environmental conditions. Supported Chromebooks can now run a full version of the Android Emulator, which allows developers to test apps on any Android version and device without needing the actual hardware.

Lenovo: Yoga C630 Chromebook, Flex 5 Chromebook.

HP: Chromebook x360 14, Chromebox G2, Chromebook x360 14c.

Dell: Inspiron Chromebook 14, Latitude 5300 2-in-1 Chromebook Enterprise, Latitude 5400 Chromebook Enterprise.

ASUS: Chromebox 3, Chromebook Flip C436FA.

Acer: Chromebook 13/Spin 13, Chromebox CXI3, Chromebook 712.

Intel i5 or higher (U series or higher) recommended.

To install Android Studio please follow the Android Studio ChromeOS install instructions ⁠. Install Android Studio on ChromeOSĪndroid Studio has been officially supported on ChromeOS since version 3.5 ⁠. Additionally, you will be able to deploy and test your app from your ChromeOS device to a phone, tablet, or another ChromeOS device. Testing your app on ChromeOS helps you better understand the user experience and how to optimize your app’s experience for large screens and input support. You can deploy directly to the device you are coding on, which can make building and testing easier.

ChromeOS devices bring the unique benefit that you can build Android apps on them, and you can run Android apps on Chrome devices as well.

Bluestacks on chrome os