- Mac.apk is a project that runs Android app installation files (APK) directly on Apple silicon Macs. The source says that apps run like regular Mac programs without starting a virtual machine, an emulator, or Linux.
- According to the source, apps appear in the Dock, have their own window with a back button, can be resized like Mac windows, and follow light and dark mode. The claim that apps run at native speed comes from the development team, and the source contains no independent measurement results.
- The requirements are macOS 26.4 (Tahoe) or later and an Apple silicon Mac. The source states that Intel Macs are not supported. The program itself is about 280MB, and each installed app takes up roughly 1.5 to 3 times the APK size in storage.
- The project is labeled as alpha. The source says some apps work well, while others work only partially or do not work yet. Test results for each app can be checked in the compatibility list, and the source code is released under the AGPL-3.0 license.
O: Developers who want to run an Android-only app on a Mac once may check a compatibility list, find an app they use often, and install only a non-essential app to see whether it runs.
X: This is alpha-stage software and Intel Macs are not supported. Before installing, be sure to check these conditions, because the app's saved data is deleted when the app is moved to the Trash.