In a matrimonial launch event outside Google I/O, BlueStacks announced the release of its Android app player for the Mac. The virtualization technology lets Mac users install Android apps directly on their machine. It will debut with select titles from HandyGames, Creative Mobile and Pulse.
Besides being able to tap into a new distribution channel, at least one developer is motivated by the lucrative Mac market. "We love any new distribution channels that open up to us and this is a big one," said Andrew Zhang, CEO of popular app developer Droidhen, maker of the "Defender" series. "Mac users also spend more money - we're excited to have our apps involved."
Earlier this year, the company
