Hi people!
Although MicroG development seems to have slowed down, We know there are still thousands of people using this handy little piece of software to claim back their performance, their battery life, their storage, and above all, their privacy.
Using MicroG for beginners is no easy job. You might run into problems. You might wanna try different combinations of MicroG and Google (Hey, what's free software for?).That's why having a support system is essential.
Yes, we're aware that there seems to already be a Telegram group in the official MicroG OP. But to be honest, that group is crap. The admin bans random newcomers and old veterans alike for expressing their disagreements or being in another group, or randomly, even being 'Alts'. From what we've heard, discussion has basically bottlenecked in that group because of fear (Cannot personally confirm. Was banned for using Chrome).
So, here is the other group.
We're basically a set of channels and groups that discuss and provide everything MicroG, FOSS, and Android. We have guides and experts and cool reaction GIFs and whatnot to help you work through either your first or 1000th issue in MicroG. And guess what, we don't ban people for expressing their views or using Gapps (Though we still hate people that wanna sync Google Photos).
We also have our own, up-to-date (UNOFFICIAL) forks of MicroG with installers just with bumped version numbers so that no app will bother you with that 'Update Play Services' message.
The rules are quite simple. Please use common sense, and English. Both mandatory.
(On the request of the MicroG developer, we would like to assert that this group is quite unofficial. If you want Official, try your luck in russian roulette with the official MicroG group. Don't worry, we welcome you dead or alive)
Due to the new XDA rules about chats, we can't post our telegram links here, so here is our MicroG pack github, which links to our channel, which has links to our group. (might not be convenient, but rules)
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Please try to spread the word.
Good luck, and stay free (as in freedom).
I am here too. Not sure if you are on TG I9082 Group, but count me in mate. Lemme know what is needed of, and I will oblige.
Btw, the TG link for the channel is:
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To join the group chat:
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please read this
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s9-plus/how-to/telegram-chat-channels-forward-t3763967
Thank you !
Thanks dude, totally agree what you said, I'm one of the victims of the evil g333k.
btw I would really suggest you to use other browser than Chrome though, at least try ungoogled-chromium or inox
dic1911 said:
Thanks dude, totally agree what you said, I'm one of the victims of the evil g333k.
btw I would really suggest you to use other browser than Chrome though, at least try ungoogled-chromium or inox
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Firefox, Dual Browser, Rocket Browser. I use the last 2. They are best. Even Naked Browser is awesome.
rottenwheel said:
Quoting @devrruti:
Is there any way we can get a debloated package? Say, no GApps included whatsoever. GMS Core, Framework proxy and a couple of location backends along with Google Play Store (might be offered optional as @Shadow53's .zip files - one that comes bundled with GPlay and the other that does not have the Store,) that way, we may make the flashable zip considerably lighter and offer an option for hardcore microG users.
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Delete the files from the zip
rottenwheel said:
That's a hacky solution. It's better if you provide the solution from the release itself. But okay, every developer has the right to develop and do as it pleases.
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I've been working on the installer, but the primary devs are busy. Probably this wekend, we'll release a newer version of the zip with loads of new stuff, compatibility with x86/64, mips/64, magisk module support, customizable install, etc. Basically pack 2.0
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That's great news. I insist, making a debloated GMS Core, Framework Proxy with say, Mozilla and Deja Vu backends should be an appealing deal for those who want to avoid the package coming bundled with GApps and root installers. KISS - Keep It Simple Stupid.
As for a customizable install I hope you are not loading it with Aroma, huh. I don't intend to bring up a pun but, a simple flashable installer with the barebone of what's required for MicroG to work is fair enough.
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Nope. A text file, from which you can remove items you don't wanna install. But, still a WIP
Here is the latest version 1.4 from telegram channel mod edit - link removed
https://transfer.sh/gY3od/MicroG_Packs_Installer-arm_arm64-v1.4.zip
May I seriously ask, why Google Photos backup isn't implemented and what are the obstacles? Is there any way to help?
ashirviskas said:
May I seriously ask, why Google Photos backup isn't implemented and what are the obstacles? Is there any way to help?
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If you want to share your whole life with Google, go ahead and use normal Gapps.
What Are the benefits really of microg as I haven't had a single app fooled that I actually did have real gcf. Why install it at all? Unified NLP is cool (and I use it) but I don't get microg...
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What Are the benefits really of microg as I haven't had a single app fooled that I actually did have real gcf. Why install it at all? Unified NLP is cool (and I use it) but I don't get microg...
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Works fine for me.
Latest microg apk from mod edit - link removed
https://transfer.sh/dF3Nd/MicroG_GMS_Core-v0.2.4-118.apk
Sources https://github.com/NoGooLag
It's not a fork, it just bumps the version number to bypass the warnings from some apps that ask you to update Google services. Like Marvin did in previous occasions
What has been forked is the telegram group to bypass g333k
Hello guys !
Telegram links are no longer allowed on XDA if they do not belong to a developer as part of his development tools along with direct download links to his work.
Please read this Whatsapp / Telegram Chat Channels - Way Forward
That being said I have removed the links but I`ve left the thread opened for discussion on XDA as has been always, XDA is the place to discuss, random channels can`t be only advertised here.
Thanks for understanding
Dan - forum moderator
xanthrax said:
Hello guys !
Telegram links are no longer allowed on XDA if they do not belong to a developer as part of his development tools along with direct download links to his work.
Please read this Whatsapp / Telegram Chat Channels - Way Forward
That being said I have removed the links but I`ve left the thread opened for discussion on XDA as has been always, XDA is the place to discuss, random channels can`t be only advertised here.
Thanks for understanding
Dan - forum moderator
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Thank you.
The telegram channel is the most active and liberal place with microG related discussion. There is much off-toppic, noob bashing, dissing etc. I think it's good to have a corresponding XDA thread. Not for invitation, but for presenting results.
kurtn said:
Thank you.
The telegram channel is the most active and liberal place with microG related discussion. There is much off-toppic, noob bashing, dissing etc. I think it's good to have a corresponding XDA thread. Not for invitation, but for presenting results.
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No doubt about it although I've never used and never will a telegram chat to get info, to me, a healthy and properly organized forum is the choice, people can always discuss and also post a decent off topic at the OP's discretion here on xda, we just can't turn xda into a cool forum advertising cool chat links, one Google searches "microG xda" and what he finds instead of download links and feedback is a telegram link, isn't fair I would say, is it?
Short summary of last hours' discussion in telegram group: Marvin was there and gave us a lesson in FOSS ethics.
We shall not call the group or the microG fork "official"
We shall do pull request in github
Marvin does not care about fighting between telegram groups, but using bots or fake accounts in this war is not acceptable.
vdbhb59 said:
Firefox, Dual Browser, Rocket Browser. I use the last 2. They are best. Even Naked Browser is awesome.
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I use bromite browser,you can try it.Open source blocks ads
Souvikhazra80 said:
I use bromite browser,you can try it.Open source blocks ads
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I already use it. I use it as system webview as well.
kurtn said:
Telegram Post from June 2nd @ NoGoolag
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I tried to join this
vdbhb59 said:
I am here too. Not sure if you are on TG I9082 Group, but count me in mate. Lemme know what is needed of, and I will oblige.
Btw, the TG link for the channel is:
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I installed an app for telegram, but it requires a mobile phone number which I do not have. Is there a direct link to the newest apk of microG service ?