BlueStacks 5 is the most refined version yet — clean, reasonably fast, and finally stable enough to recommend without caveats. If there’s a need to run Android apps on a PC, whether for gaming or just convenience, this is a solid way to do it.
Docker Desktop (Free) is the easiest way to run containers locally without diving into Docker from scratch. It wraps everything in a user-friendly layer and helps bring container workflows into everyday development, without the friction.
UTM for Windows is the kind of tool that keeps to itself. Doesn’t advertise. Doesn’t push features nobody asked for. Just gives a way to run virtual machines, quietly and reliably.
Windows Sandbox is one of those features people forget exists — until they need it. And then it feels like magic. It’s fast, safe, and perfect for quick experiments that shouldn’t live forever.
