Windows 11’s Android app support is now widely available

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It is worth noting that Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) is no longer in preview/beta and it works on all eligible devices. Users will find a limited selection of Android apps in the Microsoft Store and those apps should work and feel like ordinary Windows apps, thanks to the deeper integration. Microsoft sent us an email confirming that the support for Android apps is now rolling out in the following regions:

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In the email, the company confirmed that devices must the minimum system requirements to run Android apps on Windows 11. Microsoft says you must have at least 8GB of RAM for these mobile apps, but the recommended memory requirement is 16GB. A StorageSolid State Drive (SSD), Intel Core i3 8th Gen (minimum) and above, AMD Ryzen 3000 (minimum) or above are recommended too. You’ll also need to enable the Virtual Machine Platform setting.

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These requirements should come as no surprise to anyone as WSA uses virtualization and is built around the Windows Subsystem for Linux. This shouldn't be a problem for anyone who has bought a mid-range or high-end device in a few years. Of course, if you have more RAM and a better CPU, the Android app or gaming experience will be much better. If your device is in a supported region and meets the requirements, you can start testing Android apps today.

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