Free android apps that work well
Is Genymotion's free and reliable Android?
> Genymotion does not offer "free" versions of Android as such — the Android images are included with the software.
> The only criterion: the version must be the most recent one that Genymotion maintains (Android 13 and 14 today).
### What to choose?
| Image | Version Android | Availability | Why it works well |
|-------|-----------------|---------------|------------------------------|
| **Android 14** | 14.0 (stable) | Desktop 3.7.0 + SaaS | The latest release, optimized for new APIs and hardware compatibility. |
| **Android 13** | 13.0 (stable) | Desktop 3.7.0 + SaaS | Complete compatibility with most Android 13 and earlier apps. |
| **Android 12** | 12.0 (stable) | Desktop 3.7.0 + SaaS (if needed) | Good compromise if you need a more "stable" but less recent version. |
> **Note**: Older versions (Android 11 and earlier) are no longer maintained in recent Genymotion templates. They may work, but you risk performance or security incompatibilities.
### How to get them?
1. **Open Genymotion Desktop** (or log in to your SaaS account).
2. **Select a template**:
- In the launcher, choose **Samsung A10** (or any other device) → **Android 14** or **Android 13**.
3. **Click on "Start"**.
4. The VM installs automatically. If you already have a virtual device and want to change the image: delete the old VM and recreate it with the desired version.
### Tips for good performance
- **Update your Genymotion** (Help → Check for updates).
- **Allocate sufficient RAM** (≥ 2 GB for Android 14).
- **Restart your PC** if you observe slowdowns.
- **Enable "Accelerated graphics" mode** (in the VM settings) for better fluidity.
> These steps ensure that your Android virtual device remains stable, fast, and compatible with the latest APIs.
Don't hesitate if you need help setting up a specific VM or if you encounter performance issues!