Course 5 - Full Mobile Hacking | Episode 1: Android Studio: Running AVDs and Installing Apps on Windows

In this lesson, you’ll learn about:Setting up Android Studio on Windows:Launching Android Studio (built on IntelliJ) for developing, testing, and examining APKs.Verifying proper installation of the Android SDK to ensure access to essential developer tools.Creating and managing Android Virtual Devices (AVDs):Using the AVD Manager to configure emulators by selecting:Platform type (e.g., Phone)Specific device model (e.g., Pixel 3)System image (e.g., Android 10 / Q)Launching the configured AVD and accessing advanced options via the Extended Controls panel.Customizing emulator settings:Adjusting location (e.g., setting GPS to Singapore).Modifying cellular network type (GSM, LTE) and signal strength.Changing battery level, configuring camera settings, and managing phone functions (SMS, calls).Controlling virtual sensors such as the accelerometer and gyroscope.Saving snapshots, recording emulator screens, and enabling clipboard sharing between Windows and the emulator.Installing and testing APKs using ADB:Downloading an APK (e.g., WhatsApp Messenger) and launching the desired emulator.Using Android Debug Bridge (ADB) for remote device control and configuration:Checking connected devices with adb devices.Installing the APK via adb -s [emulator-name] install [apk-name].Confirming success via the “success” response message.Locating and launching the installed app from Apps & Notifications within the emulator.Key outcome:Gain hands-on experience in emulator setup, configuration, and APK deployment using Android Studio and ADB — essential skills for mobile application testing, debugging, and secure app analysis in a controlled virtual environment.You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:https://linktr.ee/cybercode_academy