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How to screen record with Genymotion SaaS (Cloud)?
Steps to screen record Genymotion SaaS (Cloud) using the screen capture widget or adb shell screenrecord.
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How to use Android Studio, Eclipse, VS Code, JetBrains Rider or any other IDE wi...
Instructions to connect IDEs to Genymotion SaaS via ADB using the gmsaas tool.
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How to connect to a Genymotion Device Image instance web interface with a securi...
FAQ page about connecting to a Genymotion Device Image web interface using a security certificate.
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How will I be charged for Genymotion on Alibaba?
Details on Genymotion pricing when using Alibaba infrastructure, including subscription and Pay-As-You-Go models.
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macOS - Unable to start the Virtual Device
Genymotion macOS troubleshooting for starting the Virtual Device, including hypervisor guidance and privacy settings.
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I can't find Google Play Store. Where is it?
Genymotion explains how to install Google Play Store via the built-in Open GApps feature across Desktop, SaaS, and Device Image.
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Is Genymotion affected by the log4j vulnerability
Genymotion states that none of its products are affected by the Apache log4j vulnerability CVE-2021-44228.
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The virtual device crashes, freezes or fails to boot on Windows
Guide for Genymotion Desktop users on Windows covering Android 15 compatibility, GPU issues, and performance settings.
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How to install Xposed/EdXposed/LSPosed with Genymotion Desktop
Step-by-step guide to installing Xposed/EdXposed/LSPosed on Genymotion Desktop for Android 8.0+ and legacy Android 5.0-7.1.
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How to get logs and logcats with Genymotion Saas
Instructions to generate and attach Genymotion SaaS logs for support.
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Genymotion Desktop is stuck on "Booting..." animated logo
Troubleshooting guide for Genymotion Desktop stuck on the Booting logo, including upgrade instructions and workarounds for Hyper-V, GPU issues, and un...
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Available official device templates (default recipes) for Genymotion SaaS
List of official device templates (default recipes) for Genymotion SaaS, including Android versions and UUIDs, plus UUID retrieval tips.
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The VirtualBox DHCP server has not assigned an IP address to the virtual device
Guidance to fix VirtualBox DHCP IP assignment issues when Hyper-V, GPU, or Windows updates interfere with Genymotion Desktop.
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Page
Help article describing limits on simultaneous Genymotion virtual devices and how to obtain a special offer.
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How to run automated tests with Genymotion Desktop?
Instructions on running automated tests using GMTool and the limitations of Genymotion Desktop, with alternatives.
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Genymotion Desktop is very slow and unstable
Troubleshooting Genymotion Desktop performance and stability issues across hardware, GPU, and Windows configurations.
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How will I be charged for Genymotion on Google Cloud Platform (GCP)?
Details about the 5-day trial, monthly subscription, and billing for Genymotion on GCP.
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How to get Genymotion Desktop logs
Instructions to generate Genymotion Desktop logs via UI or command line, including auto-generated logs and per-VM logs.
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Can Genymotion Desktop run in a server? Is there a headless mode?
Genymotion Desktop cannot run on server systems and has no headless mode; an on-premise solution is available.
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Android Emulator for PC & Mac
Genymotion Desktop is a fast, simple to install Android emulator with widgets and multi-OS support.
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Get to the Next Level with Genymotion on AWS
Genymotion enables Android device emulation on AWS EC2 with ARM64 support, AMIs, competitive pricing, and a suite of features for testing on AWS.
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Emulated Features and Sensors
Genymotion widgets to emulate device sensors and features such as sound, screen, clipboard, camera, battery, GPS, and more.
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Genymotion: 2025 Year in Review
Genymotion's 2025 milestones across SaaS, Desktop, and PaaS, plus 2026 outlook.
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Genymotion News & Updates
Genymotion blog posts about product updates, partnerships, and launches.
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Genymotion Documentation – User Guides
Genymotion documentation pages for user guides, featuring Device Image, SaaS, and Desktop sections.
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Can I use my host microphone with Genymotion Device image (PaaS)?
Yes, but you need to activate the camera widget and allow your web browser to access your host webcam and microphone. If you only have a microphone an...
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How to enable hardware virtualization (VT-x/SVM) on Windows 11
Instructions to enable VT-x or SVM hardware virtualization on Windows 11 for Genymotion Desktop, including BIOS access and enabling virtualization by ...
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How to enable kiosk mode with Genymotion SaaS (Cloud)?
Steps to enable and disable kiosk mode on Genymotion SaaS Cloud, including prerequisites and ADB commands.
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I keep getting "Android Setup keeps stopping" error
This help article explains a known bug with the Android 11 x86_64 image after installing Open GApps and recommended workarounds.
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I can't find TikTok in Google Play Store
Troubleshooting TikTok on Genymotion: arm64 requirement, un-rooted images, Google login, and Open GApps.
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How to embed a Genymotion SaaS (Cloud) device in your website
Open-source Javascript SDK to embed a Genymotion SaaS instance into a custom web page; GitHub link provided.
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I can't install my application with an APK file
Guide for APK installation issues when using Drag'n drop or the File Upload widget in Genymotion.
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How to enable hardware virtualization (VT-x/SVM) on Windows 10?
Tutorial on enabling hardware virtualization (VT-x/SVM) on Windows 10 by accessing BIOS/UEFI and selecting the appropriate CPU virtualization option.
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My Webcam does not work with Genymotion Device image (PaaS) on iOS
The iOS camera requires h264 support which has recently been added to Genymotion Device images but is not activated for iOS yet; camera on iOS devices...
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Google Play Services keeps crashing
Guide to fix Google Play Services crashes on Genymotion Desktop after installing Open GAPPS.
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As a reseller, my client is interested in an AWS EC2 instance. How can I request...
Genymotion Help Center article explaining that AWS EC2 quote requests are handled via the marketplace and require an AWS account.
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Can I run Genymotion Device image on-premise inside Docker containers?
Genymotion states that the device image on-premise in Docker is not available yet and that the team is actively working on it.
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Is it possible to have several people on my team connected to the same virtual d...
Multiple team members can connect to a single Genymotion Device Image instance; all connected users can see each other’s interactions.
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Is it possible to do white labelling with Genymotion Device image (PaaS)?
Information on replacing the Genymotion logo with a custom logo for Genymotion Device image (PaaS) by contacting sales.
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How to change product properties (manufacturer, model, etc.) with Genymotion Des...
Instructions to modify Genymotion Desktop product properties using GMTool's admin edit with --sysprop.
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How to connect a Genymotion Device Image (PaaS) instance to any IDE
Instructions to connect a Genymotion Device Image (PaaS) instance to an IDE via ADB, including firewall setup and steps to connect.
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How to install and use Xposed/EdXposed/LSPosed with Genymotion SaaS?
Guide to installing Xposed, EdXposed, and LSPosed on Genymotion SaaS, including Magisk and Riru steps for Android 8.0+ and notes for Android 5.0–7.1.
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How to install Xposed/EdXposed/LSPosed with Genymotion Device image (PaaS)
Guide to install LSPosed (and legacy Xposed setups) on Genymotion Device images for PaaS.
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I forgot to stop my Genymotion Device (PaaS) instance; how can I request a refun...
Refund policy and refund request process for Genymotion Device image (PaaS) refunds.
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How to stop a virtual device in Genymotion SaaS?
Instructions to stop virtual devices in Genymotion SaaS, including manual stop, timeouts, and gmsaas specifics.
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How to embed a Genymotion Device image instance in a website?
Guide to embedding a Genymotion Device image instance into a website using the open-source JavaScript SDK, with a pointer to the official docs.
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How to redirect network traffic to a local proxy with Genymotion SaaS?
Instructions to redirect app network traffic to a local proxy using Genymotion SaaS via adb reverse.
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How to set alarms, schedules and auto-shuthdowns to avoid extra charges with Gen...
Guidance to avoid charges by using alarms, schedules, and auto-shutdowns for Genymotion Device image (PaaS).
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How to get Genymotion Desktop logs
Instructions to generate Genymotion Desktop logs via UI or command line, plus auto-generated logs and per-device logs.
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The Virtual device takes a very long time to boot and is very slow
Guidance for Windows, Linux, and Mac hosts to resolve slow boot and performance issues in Genymotion Desktop.
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Unable to load OpenGL libraries from your system
Guidance to fix OpenGL library load errors by updating display drivers or GPU compatibility.
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The Virtual device display is black (Genymotion Desktop)
Troubleshooting GPU and driver issues causing black or distorted Genymotion Desktop displays on Windows and Linux.
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Can Genymotion Desktop run in a virtual machine?
Genymotion Desktop is not supported to run in virtual machines or cloud instances.
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I can't install or run an application/game in Genymotion SaaS
Troubleshooting app installation and runtime in Genymotion SaaS, covering ARM-only apps, root detection, and unsupported features.
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How to access a Genymotion Device image (PaaS) instance from secured networks?
From Genymotion Device Image ver. 13.0.0, no modifications are required to access a device display from a NAT or proxified network. We strongly recomm...
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macOS - An error has occurred while trying to create a virtualbox host-only netw...
Troubleshooting steps for macOS when Genymotion cannot create a VirtualBox host-only network interface, including VPNs, security prompts, and SIP-rela...
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I can't find any device templates with Genymotion Device image (PaaS)
Troubleshooting article about the lack of device templates for Genymotion Device image (PaaS) and how to customize Android VM images.
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The Open GApps widget (icon) is gray
Guidance on the gray Open GApps widget in Genymotion, including Android 4.4 compatibility, ADB handling, and a known boot bug with steps to resolve.
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How to play games with Genymotion SaaS (Cloud)?
Guidance to install and play Android games on Genymotion SaaS (Cloud), including arm64 requirements and compatibility list.
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I have a mac and I can't find Android 5.0 to 10.0 in Genymotion Desktop
Android 5.0–10.0 are not available on Mac M series computers in Genymotion Desktop.
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I get a black display when using a video file in the Media Injection widget (mac...
Troubleshooting guide: video files via the Media Injection widget do not display on Mac M series.
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Is Genymotion free?
Details about Genymotion free edition (Desktop) and trial options for Pro and Cloud offerings.
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I can't set more than 2048MB of RAM to the device (mac M series)
Genymotion support article about RAM limit on mac M series devices due to macOS Monterey bug; upgrade to newer macOS versions to fix.
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I have sound issues on mac M series
Genymotion Help Center article about a known bug on old macOS and Genymotion Desktop versions and the recommended update steps.
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How to create a pre-configured / custom Genymotion Device image (PaaS) instance
Guidance to create a pre-configured Genymotion Device image (PaaS) instance, linking to the user guide.
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The Virtual Device display doesn't show in web browser with Genymotion Device im...
Troubleshooting WebRTC display forwarding from Genymotion Device image (PaaS) to a browser, including Chrome compatibility, firewall rules, and NAT/TU...
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Request a Premium Plan
Form to contact Genymotion sales to request a Premium Plan.
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Genymotion SaaS (Cloud) End User License Agreement
End-user license agreement for Genymotion SaaS (Cloud), detailing definitions, access rights, restrictions, fees, confidentiality, warranties, liabili...
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Make a minimalist Ubuntu + gmsaas Docker image
Tutorial for building a minimalist Ubuntu 22.04 Docker image with gmsaas, including Dockerfile examples and build steps.
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How to use MobSF with Genymotion SaaS
Step-by-step setup to use MobSF with Genymotion SaaS, including prerequisites, setup, and MobSF modification.
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MobSF and Genymotion Device Image
Tutorial covering prerequisites, network and firewall setup, ADB enablement, and MobSF configuration for Genymotion device image.
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Instrumented Tests with Genymotion SaaS and gmsaas
Tutorial on automating instrumented tests for Genymotion SaaS using the gmsaas CLI, including start, adb connect, run, and stop commands.
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How to connect a virtual device to ADB in Genymotion SaaS?
Tutorial guiding how to connect a running Genymotion SaaS virtual device to ADB using gmsaas.
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Use Burp Suite with Genymotion SaaS
Step-by-step guide to use Burp Suite with Genymotion SaaS, including certificate installation and proxy configuration.
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Use Bitrise with Genymotion SaaS
Tutorial on integrating Genymotion SaaS with Bitrise CI/CD for Android testing using Appium.
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Genymotion SaaS
A collection of Genymotion SaaS tutorials and articles on ADB connection, MobSF integration, and related tooling.
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Genymotion Device Image
Tutorials about Genymotion Device Image, including Magisk, Burp Suite, Appium, and MobSF.
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Security Testing
Tutorials on using MobSF with Genymotion for security testing and device image guidance.
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Other
Genymotion blog category page for miscellaneous tutorials (Other).
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Automated tests and Continuous Integration (CI)
A collection of tutorials about automated tests and CI workflows using Genymotion SaaS and related tools.
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gmsaas
Changelog entries for gmsaas releases from 1.8.0 to 1.15.0.
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gmsaas 1.13.0
Release notes for gmsaas 1.13.0 dated 2024-11-06, including new adb start/stop commands, changes to exit code descriptions, and improved ADB Tunnel re...
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gmsaas 1.10.0
Release notes for gmsaas 1.10.0, including API Token authentication, token management, and deprecations.
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Genymotion Device Image v14.0
Release notes for Genymotion Device Image v14.0, including Android versions, new features, improvements, bug fixes, and known issues.
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Genymotion Device Image v14.1
Release notes for Genymotion Device Image v14.1, covering Android versions, cloud marketplaces, new features, improvements, bug fixes, and known issue...
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Genymotion Desktop 3.0.1 (February 26th, 2019)
Release notes for Genymotion Desktop 3.0.1 including improvements to VirtualBox 6.0.4 and corrections to virtual device updates and gmtool.
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Genymotion 2.10.0 (August 1, 2017)
Release notes for Genymotion 2.10.0 (August 1, 2017) with improvements, corrections, and VirtualBox recommendations.
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Plugins
Genymotion plugin release notes and OS image updates for SaaS and Desktop.
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Change Log - gmsaas
Comprehensive change log for gmsaas with new features, updates and fixes across versions.
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gmsaas User Guide
Known issues, support procedures, and troubleshooting steps for Genymotion gmsaas.
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Github Actions
Github Actions is a CI/CD platform. It enables automation of the build, test, and deployment pipeline by providing workflows. Genymotion SaaS Action l...
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Log4j vulnerability (CVE-2021-44228)
Genymotion confirms that none of Genymotion Cloud products, SaaS or Device Image, are impacted by CVE-2021-44228.
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gmsaas 1.9.0 (Introducing gmsaas portal)
Announcement of gmsaas 1.9.0 introducing the gmsaas portal for managing Genymotion SaaS instances.
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gmsaas 1.15.0: Now with Native arm64 Support!
Genymotion SaaS announces gmsaas 1.15.0 with native ARM64 support for Linux distributions and macOS, including Linux ARM64 wheel availability and Rose...
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Get ready for Genymotion SaaS (Cloud) upgrade!
Announcement of Genymotion SaaS (Cloud) upgrade including new Hardware profiles feature and a maintenance window.
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Genymotion Virtual devices version 3.0.2 for Genymotion Desktop and SaaS (Cloud)...
A new Genymotion virtual devices release fixes GPS location with Google Play Services on Android 11.
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Genymotion receives “AWS Graviton Ready” status
Genymotion earns AWS Graviton Ready status for its ARM-based Android Virtual Devices on AWS.
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Genymotion Desktop 3.9.0 is out!
Genymotion Desktop 3.9.0 introduces SaaS integration, a refreshed UI, Android 15 support, and fixes.
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Genymotion Desktop 3.2.0 is available!
Genymotion Desktop 3.2.0 release notes highlighting GPX replay, OpenGL ES 3.0, multitouch, and simplified gmtool integrations.
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AppsFlyer Case Study
AppsFlyer case study on Genymotion: global training at scale for mobile marketing analytics.
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New servers in Southeast Asia for Genymotion SaaS
Genymotion announces a new data center in Singapore to improve connectivity for Android virtual devices.
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Get Started with gmsaas
Official get-started guide for the Genymotion GMSAAS Python package, including installation, configuration, and usage instructions.
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ARM servers for Genymotion SaaS!
Genymotion announces ARM servers for Genymotion SaaS, enabling ARM-native Android VMs with GPU acceleration and CLI support.
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API Tokens for Genymotion SaaS
Genymotion SaaS introduces API Token authentication. Generate, manage, and revoke personal API tokens to authenticate via gmsaas CLI or Public HTTP AP...
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Android 16 is on Genymotion Cloud!
Android 16.0 arrives on Genymotion Cloud across SaaS and Device Image with deployment guidance for SaaS, Device Image, and Desktop.
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Android 12 image for AWS and GCP is out!
Beta testing is over; final Android 12 image for Genymotion is released on AWS (arm64) and GCP (x86_64).
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Cloud Virtual Devices
Instructions to view, access, and manage Genymotion SaaS Cloud instances from Genymotion Desktop.
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Genymotion Desktop Release Notes 2.x
Release notes for Genymotion Desktop 2.x (not maintained) covering new features, changes, and fixes by version.
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1.X Release Notes (not maintained anymore)
Release notes for Genymotion Desktop 1.X versions, including new features and fixes for 1.3.1, 1.3.0, 1.2.1, and 1.1.0.
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Genymotion Desktop Release Notes
Release notes for Genymotion Desktop detailing new features, changes, fixes, and known issues across versions 3.9.0 to 3.0.0.
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Genymotion Shell (Desktop User Guide) – Get Started
Guide to starting Genymotion Shell and using it to script sensor statuses and interact with virtual devices.
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Emulated Sensors and Features - Genymotion Desktop
Genymotion Desktop emulates sensors and features for Android devices, including GPS, camera, network, and biometrics.
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Deploy an Application
Instructions for installing Android apps on Genymotion Desktop and related limitations.
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Web page integration
Guidance on embedding a Genymotion device in a custom web page using the Genymotion device web player JavaScript SDK.
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Public HTTP API
Genymotion SaaS provides a full HTTP API to manage devices and API tokens.
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Automation Features
Genymotion SaaS Automation Features: gmsaas CLI, prerequisites, frameworks, CI integrations.
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Features and Emulated Sensors
Genymotion SaaS features and sensors emulation guide, detailing widgets for Sound Volume, Rotate Screen, Full-screen, Install Apps, File Upload, Clipb...
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gmsaas Commands
Documentation for gmsaas CLI commands to manage hardware profiles, images, recipes, and instances, plus ADB and portal interactions.
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SaaS User Guide - Basic Steps
Step-by-step guide to setup, launch, use and save a Genymotion SaaS virtual device.
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Pricing
Pricing plans for Genymotion SaaS including Pay as you Go, Unlimited, and Premium with details on usage, billing, and upgrades.
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SaaS User Guide - Requirements
Prerequisites for Genymotion SaaS usage including web browser, network security, and Android SDK tools.
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Fotobot x Genymotion x Fireshot
Case study of zero-touch photo curation using Genymotion on AWS to store and stream WhatsApp photos to Google Photos and digital frames.
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Device image User Guide
Guide to configuring Genymotion user data parameters to automate instance settings across providers.
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Genymotion PaaS Release Notes (Deprecated)
Legacy release notes for Genymotion PaaS, listing deprecated versions and changes.
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Create Pre-configured Images
Guide to creating pre-configured Genymotion VM images across AWS, GCP, Alibaba, and Azure.
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External Storage
Guides to generate, attach, and migrate external disks for Genymotion cloud instances.
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Deploying Applications
Methods to deploy apps on Genymotion devices, including APK-based deployment, Open GApps, and ARM/ARM64 considerations.
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Genymotion Cloud on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) – Getting Started
Guidance for deploying Genymotion Cloud on GCP, including available Android images, network security, and instance deployment steps.
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gmsaas Command Line Interface
Command line interface to manage Genymotion SaaS virtual devices from the command line.
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SaaS User Guide
Genymotion SaaS user guide detailing requirements, features, tools, and HTTP API.
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Genymotion Device image Platform as a Service (PaaS) – Device image User Guide
Genymotion Device image Platform as a Service (PaaS) is a pay-as-you-use solution that lets you run Android virtual devices on cloud platforms and siz...
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How to enable hardware virtualization (VT-x/SVM) on Windows 10?
Step-by-step instructions to enable VT-x/SVM by accessing BIOS/UEFI on Windows 10.