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How to resume app restore after stopping it on first opening Google Play?
I've installed a fresh stock ROM from Google site on my Galaxy Nexus.
At the time i've opened the Google Play and started installing the 157 apps... the problem is that i needed to stop downloading ...
0
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1answer
2k views
I have a Binatone Kidzstar and can't install android market or google play [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Why do some devices ship without the Market installed?
How can I add the market to my device?
I have a Binatone Kidzstar and can't install android market or google ...
2
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1answer
319 views
Unable to add credit card in Google Wallet
Whenever I try and buy an app, google asks me to add a credit card in google wallet. But when I finish adding me credit card details, phone number and address and do save (I'm using my sony xperia ...
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1answer
233 views
Warranty on Nexus 7
I just won an auction on the Nexus 7. The seller claims that he doens't have the original sales receipt but says I will be able to sign up for the warranty online with the registration & ...
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0answers
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Excess in use of Packet data after updating Google play store
I have been using Samsung Galaxy Y Duos.
Last week I've updated the version of Google Play Store. From that time on, the internet packet data usage has hugely increased, it is consuming a lot of ...
3
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2answers
928 views
Minimal set of .apk files to enable Google Play
I have some Android Froyo device not blessed by Google, so it doesn't have Google Play/Market or any of GAPPS by default and device maker won't make any firmware updates.
Is it even possible now to ...
0
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2answers
476 views
Where can I get the QR code for an app on the Play Store? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
What’s the easiest way to create a QR code for a link?
I searched the site, and I've searched google with no answer. Posting QR code images on a webpage is convenient, ...
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6answers
18k views
Google play fails to install application with RPC:S-5:AEC-0
Someone has reported me that he cannot install or upgrade applications on Google Play. It fails with error RPC:S-5:AEC-0
What does that mean? How to fix this?
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0answers
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Second google account never shows up
I want to add a Google account to use as the primary (paying) account in Google Play.
I have tried to add the account in the Google Play app or in settings under Accounts and sync. I get no error, ...
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1answer
1k views
Android 4.1 unable to connect to Google Play but other wifi functions work - how to fix?
I'm using a Rikomagic 802III running Android 4.1.1, connected to my TV. Until today, I was able to connect to Google Play, and my widgets were showing data. Now, when I open Google Play, I get an ...
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0answers
37 views
What is a good way to approach a developer about supporting my device?
The Google Play Store on my new Asus Nexus 7 does not list the application I want. When I visit the Play Store web site I see the applications listed, and I am told they are not compatible with my ...
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1answer
51 views
Does Google Audit all apps that enter the market place? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Are the apps safe? How can I make my Android more secure?
There are several 'requires root' apps in the market and one of the most famous ones have more than 5 Million ...
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2answers
1k views
Play store not registering my phone after root
I rooted my phone and after that for the 1st time, as i was just checking out stuff, google play recognized my device and registered it.
Later i did a factory reset and now for some reason it is not ...
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0answers
146 views
Why does my app crash when I download it through 3G?
I have developed an application and published it on the Play Store.
My problem is that when I download it from the Play Sore via 3G, the application crashes. However, when I download it via wifi it ...
2
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2answers
346 views
Android applications privacy and security concerns
If a user wants to install some applications from play store, is it sole responsibility of the user to decide whether the apps may harm or not? Should the user be worries regarding permissions? For ...
2
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2answers
395 views
Handwrite / draw on a text document
Is there an Android app that enables hand-writing / drawing on a word document? I want to draw and write on the text. I don't want to edit the document, but write on the top of it. Instead of typing ...
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vote
1answer
494 views
Uninstalled apps still show up on “Apps installed on” in Google Play Store
I already uninstalled the unwanted applications from my device, but they still show up on "Apps installed on" in my Google Play account.
Does it mean that the apps I got rid of are still stored in ...
5
votes
1answer
535 views
How to check an application's checksum or hash on Google Play?
Some free applications on Google Play are limited to the United States so the rest of the world has to use dodgy sites to get them. However the security of such sites are questionable as the apps ...
5
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1answer
228 views
Google Play allows publishers to respond to users' comments?
As far as I have known, and also read in the description of many apps on Google Play, it is not possible for publishers to respond to user's comments, but recently I have come across this:
Can ...
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2answers
505 views
Is there any way to install apps incompatible with Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
After looking around on the Google Play Store, I've found a lot of apps that 'I like the look of'. But by tapping on them, quite a lot of the time it says "This app is incompatible with your Android ...
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0answers
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Google Play app dissappeared [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Google play disappeared from my phone
I have a Samsung Galaxy S and have recently discovered that the Google Play app has disappeared from my phone. I am not sure when ...
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3answers
5k views
Connection Time Out error while accessing Google Play Store in Samsung I9070 Galaxy S advance
I have bought a Samsung I9070 Galaxy S advance. Whenever I enter Play Store (Google Play Store Version 3.4.7), it displays waiting sign and then Connection Time Out Error is shown. I use mobile data ...
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2answers
1k views
How to remove app from wishlist?
How can I remove an app from wishlist? I clicked the add to wishlist button by mistake..
I'm looking for this but i can't find, is there a way?
I tried to unistall the app, search in the app page ...
0
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2answers
2k views
Google Play says “You don't have any devices”
I tried factory resetting so I need to enter my Google account again to my device however it's been more than an hour now and Google Play still says "You don't have any devices". Any ideas how to fix ...
5
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1answer
220 views
Why would a free app be in the top grossing section?
I was just browsing through the play store and noticed that there are a few free apps in the top grossing section and that's a little puzzling. This might not be the best place to put up this question ...
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2answers
2k views
How does Google Play determine the region on a tablet without SIM card
I know Google Play uses SIM card to determine the region on cell phones. And I know Market Unlocker and Market Enabler.
How does Google Play determine your region on a tablet without SIM card?
And ...
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0answers
764 views
Can I use Google Play gift cards in my country?
I recently found out that there are now Google Play gift cards. Something I've been looking forward to. The downer? It's not available for sale at my country (Philippines). So I want to know, if I get ...
0
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1answer
317 views
Dangers of Apps running in “Hidden mode”?
I have downloaded an app to record all my calls. The app is working great but the trouble is that it doesn't shows up under the "Ongoing" in the notification bar nor does it shows up in "active ...
2
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3answers
2k views
Google play disappeared from my phone
While uninstalling some app I may have accidentally uninstalled Google play app.
But even then I have updated Google play app before and while uninstalling it should remove only updates from my phone ...
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0answers
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How can I get old Android softwares? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Where can find older versions of Apps?
Sony LiveView -application dropped the support from the old Android versions -- some problems here -- and now I cannot use it. I ...
16
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2answers
737 views
Security of Paid apps in Google Play?
What measures does Google takes to ensure that paid apps that are downloaded do not get spread for free? Currently I see a possibility that can leak out a large number of apps:
Someone pays to ...
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1answer
358 views
Google Play movie rental errors as it says my device is rooted (it is not)
I have a standard Galaxy S3. I have rented and downloaded Movies from Google play before however now it is saying:
Downloads aren't supported on rooted devices (error 44)
However my S3 is not ...
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2answers
611 views
How to re-download in-app purchase
I've done a factory reset of my HTC One S and I re-downloaded the game Angry Birds. I had previously purchased the mighty eagle, and when trying to get it again in-game, it takes me to the play store. ...
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2answers
3k views
Can I see my Play Store wishlist on the web?
Google Play store recently gained a long-awaited wishlist feature in the 3.9.16 version of the application. I was wondering whether the wishlist could be modified from the web version of the Play ...
5
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2answers
991 views
Some apps not available on play store after lcd_density change in build.prop
I changed the ro.sf.lcd_density in the build.prop on my Galaxy SII from the default 240 to 190. It made everything smaller, creating more space and increasing the quality of use for me personaly.
...
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0answers
450 views
How to virtual box android 4 to download apps from market?
Google play truly don't work for my phone ,i did everything recommended on other forums. i don't want factory reset my phone or root it. i decided to install android 4 on virtual box. does google play ...
0
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1answer
107 views
List all free application on google play [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
How to get full list of apps in play-store
Is there a way I can get list of all free apps on Google Play.
Normally only 24 apps are displayed on one web page.Something ...
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0answers
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How to pay on Google Play from Seller's account? [closed]
I have Google Play seller's account (with less than $100, so it can not be transferred to my bank account). Can I use these money to buy applications at Google Play?
2
votes
1answer
416 views
Android apps not compatible between roms
I have a Samsung Galaxy S2 with CM10, I was testing SlimRom and notice that some applications that I bought on PlayStore showed the message "This app is not compatible with your device". It's the same ...
2
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3answers
779 views
How to install Android apps without having Google Play?
If you have Google Play application installed is very easy to find and install an application. But some devices seem not to have Google Play application installed. Maybe you can use Google Play in ...
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1answer
91 views
How to get full list of apps in play-store [closed]
Is there a way to get a list with all the apps in google play?
And if so is there a way to find the SDK from any app created there?
2
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0answers
374 views
Which market am I currently in?
I am on an SGS2 purchased in Germany, located in the UK, sometimes using VPN to the US and have used Market Enabler to change Play Store codes in the past. By now I am confused as to what local market ...
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1answer
2k views
Can't get Google Play after flashing firmware
I've recently rooted my phone in pursuit of freeing up the internal memory from system apps. I then tried uninstalling Gmail by deleting the file and then trying to reinstall it from the play store ...
2
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0answers
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Why can't I see the +1 button on some apps in the Play Store app?
In the Play Store app, I find the +1 button on some app pages, but not all app pages. For example, Smart Tools and Asphalt 7: Heat are missing the button. Why is this?
Interesting: This behavior is ...
12
votes
1answer
659 views
What is a “Top Developer” in Google Play?
When I see "Top Developer" in Google Play, what does that mean exactly?
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1answer
380 views
Problem Sync'ing/Downloading from Google Play
Android Enthusiasts
I've been having problems when trying to download apps from Google Play. I'm relatively new to the Android Scene. Whenever I try to download and install from Google Play, I get a ...
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2answers
251 views
How do Google Play app updates work? Are they free?
Let's say I paid for an app, and after some time there is an update for this app.
Is this update free? Will all future updates be free?
Or do I have to pay some fixed % of the current price of the ...
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1answer
1k views
BSNL Penta TPad 701C Android ICS - Play store closes immediately after opening.
When I got the tablet, new version of play store was pre-installed and was working fine. Initially my 3G dongle was not connecting to Internet. After complaining to customer care, I was provided a ...
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2answers
372 views
How can I get a list of all my paid (only) apps in the Play Store?
I'm interested to know all of my apps that I paid for in the Google Play Store. Is there an easy way to retrieve this list filtering only paid applications?
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0answers
55 views
Show only new available and new updated apps in Google Play Store
Is there a way to show only new apps and games or new updated games and apps in the Play Store? I don't mean the top new games section because apps in there are mostly old (few days/weeks). A few ...
