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[SOLUTIONS ✔ STEP-BY-STEP] "My Installed Apps" missing in Google Play Store [17 MAR]
Are you an app-freak? over hundreds of apps installed and 20 Google Play Store updates per week?
Whether your answer is yes or no, you will have to know this, or it will be too late when you really face the problem.
"One day, I encountered a kernel panic when I was downloading apps, after a reboot all apps in "my apps" are gone. wtf."
"AMFG HELP I NEED TO UPDATE MY APPS I CANNOT LOSE THEM HELL IM FREAKED OUT I DUN WANNA USE AMAZON OR APPBRAIN! I WANT ANDROID MARKET"
"I lost my data/wifi connection when I was updating 30 apps at once, those apps which needs update, gone, but the others remain."
"'Process system not working.' when an app is installing, market force close, all app links gone, omg rescue me."
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No problem, you are at the right place.
What we usually do when we encounter it
Yeah you may press on them for real results
No worries, here we go.
This is not a significant or top-prioritised system error.
We don't ask our devs to help us, as this is not their job.
But this **** is really annoying,
and Google ignores us.
We love our apps,
and we really want their update notifications normally.
So we investigate into it and try it ourselves.
We start from the easiest method, to the longest ones.
Disclaimer
Code:
I do not guarantee that your Android Market will be fixed.
But according to my experiences and my deep research over the internet,
I think they will mostly fix the “My Apps” section for you! :D
I am not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards, thermonuclear war
blah blah blah blah blah I will laugh at you.
Your warranty will be void if you use methods with ROOT.
Yes of course there are some without the need of root! ;)
If you see this icon beside the title of the method, that means the method requires ROOT.
If not, then root is not required and you are good to go with any phone!
Make Nandroid backups based on your own decision, determine and strive a balance between the risk of your steps and the patience you have!
WARNING
Eris Market Fix
is working on most Android 2.1 devices.
is working on some Android 2.2 devices.
is working on a few Android 2.3.0 to 2.3.3 devices.
will **** up your phone if you are newer than Android 2.3.3.
As the app developer said, use at your own risk while you are not using on an Eris.
And for me, I do not recommend using this app, on your super new Android versions.
Table of Contents
Post #2 - The Basics
Post #3 - The Android Market version 2.3.X
Post #4 - The Google Play Store version 3.X.X
Post #5 - Conclusion, Fix provided by other members, Change Logs
*Recommended Market versions are for reference.
They are categorized based on my experiences and knowledge.
You may also try the methods of the alternate recommended Market versions.
There will be no harm at all as long as I don’t make a warning.
The Basics
The Basics
Android Market Versions
User Temasek is one of my friend which is very advanced in Android and he got a lot of resources.
(Also in his signature,) His MediaFire Share Folder includes:
The newest Android Market apk [in 'Android Market' folder]
The newest newest GAPPS flashable zip (including newest market) [in 'Unofficial GAPPS' folder]
FAQ: Yes you may use the newest "For Android 2.3.X only" as long as you are using any version of Gingerbread.
The old Android Market apks [in 'Android Market' > 'Old Android Markets' folder)
I recommend 2.3.6 as it is the latest old market with the least amount of bugs.
How to open application management screen
Don't laugh, some of the new Android users really don't know about this.
Please make sure if your market version is the one with the ROM (not updated automatically or manually after ROM flash), it will only appear in the "ALL" tab.
App - Titanium Backup for Android
It refers to its Market Page and its Official Site.
Pro version gives the freezing option.
Freezing the Market Updater
Freeze the system app "Market Updater 1.0", if you are downgrading from Market 3.X.X to 2.3.X
or this app will auto download Market 3.X.X and upgrade it without your permission.
If you do not have Titanium Backup Pro, try uninstalling it with Root Uninstaller.
No worries, Market Updater will be back when you flash your ROM/GAPPS again.
Android Market Content Filtering
I am not sure whether this is affecting the issue, but for me, I always put all of them on to prevent Google from hiding any apps for me
Google Accounts in Android Market
I know this is quite a common "solution",
But still, make sure you have chosen the correct Google Account for your Market!!
The Android Market version 2.3.X
The Android Market version 2.3.X
(2.3.6 is recommended)
1. Simple Clearing
1) Go to the application management screen of "Market".
2) Force stop it.
3) Clear cache.
4) Clear data.
5) Open Market, open "My Apps" list and check whether all your apps are there.
If this doesn’t help, try performing a reboot between steps 4 and 5!
2. Random App Installation
When you encounter your "error" (kernel panic, connection lost, market force close, etc.)
you may have not install/uninstall any app on your phone because you focused on the market problem.
From others & my experiences, installing an app will cause Android Market to refresh the "My Apps" list.
1) Force stop Market.
2) Clear cache.
3) Open Market, do NOT open "My Apps" list.
4) Install a random app. (it doesn't matter which, but light ones are recommended so it saves time and data)
5) Open "My Apps" list, check whether all your apps are there.
3. Random App Re-installation
It is similar to Method 2, but in a slightly different way
As it causes the Market to refresh the list for 2 times - app uninstallation and app installation
it is still worth a try.
1) Force stop Market.
2) Clear cache.
3) Open Market, do NOT open "My Apps" list.
4) Uninstall a random app. (Choose those which does not store important app data on your phone as uninstalling it will wipe all the data of that app)
I recommend: Google Voice Search / Google Goggles / Stopwatch apps / Benchmark apps / Calculator apps... you know what I mean
5) Force stop Market. (no need to clear cache)
6) Open Market, do NOT open "My Apps" list.
7) Install any app. (You can install the uninstalled one if you want it back)
8) Open "My Apps" list, check whether all your apps are there.
The Google Play Store version 3.X.X
The Google Play Store version 3.X.X
(latest version is recommended)
4. Market Doctor from Titanium Backup
I forgot whether this is a PRO only function or not,
but just try it IF:
- You have backed up ALL your apps (versions can be ignored) BEFORE the "error" (kernel panic, connection lost, etc) occured.
- You installed the latest version of Titanium Backup to perform Market Doctor.
It sometimes helps, but if it doesn't, don't worry, it has very less chance to cause harm.
According to the app developers' announcement in the update on 7 March 2012 (version 4.8.2), Titanium Backup is working with the new Google Play store.
5. Downgrading Google Play Store
As I've tried some of the methods above, Google Play Store version 3.X.X is harder to be fixed!
If you can accept the older look of 2.3.X (its faster though ), you may choose to downgrade your Google Play and try the methods above.
If Google Play Store / GAPPS with your ROM is 2.3.X and was auto updated by Market Updater or manually by yourself with an apk:
1) Press "Uninstall Updates" beside "Force Stop" (in my screenshot, the "Cancel" button)
Sorry my ROM is with the newest Google Play Store so there isnt an option like this but you will have it.
2) Freeze/remove "Market Updater 1.0". (Refer to The Basics above)
(Optional) Check whether if it downgrades your Market to an excessively old version (i.e. 2.3.3). If so, you may choose to manually upgrade to 2.3.6. (Refer to The Basics above)
3) Follow the instructions in the above section (Market version 2.3.X).
If Google Play Store / GAPPS with your ROM is 3.X.X and you also do not have the "uninstall updates" button:
1) Download the older version (2.3.6) of Market from The Basics above
2) With Root Explorer (There are free alternatives, if you can't find them on Market, try Software Development Section in XDA Android Forum)
3) Rename the Market apk to "Vending.apk"
4) Mount R/W in /system/app
5) Copy and Paste the downloaded "Vending.apk" into /system/app. Yes, replace the original one with the ROM.
6) Do not forget to freeze/remove "Market Updater 1.0"
7) Follow the instructions in the above section (Market version 2.3.X).
Finally I'm proud to announce...
6. The Ultimate Framework Wipe
Lol the name sounds scary but actually no danger at all!
This was the most lately discovered by me, and for me it is working on both versions!
How about you?
This is gonna be a bit longer, read and follow carefully.
1) Go to the application management screen of "Google Play Store".
2) Clear cache of "Google Play Store".
3) Force stop "Google Play Store".
DO NOT CLEAR DATA OF "Google Play Store".
4) Go to the application management screen of "Google Services Framework".
5) Clear data of "Google Services Framework".
6) Confirm it.
7) LONG PRESS POWER MENU AND REBOOT RIGHT NOW. ON THIS SCREEN.
8) Open Google Play Store, open "My Apps" list and check whether all your apps are there.
Conclusion, Fix provided by other members, Change Logs
Conclusion
Thank you for your time supporting my work on this guide.
I hope this would be the first longest and the most helpful "MY APPS" solution on the net and I really want to share my experiences and findings to help other people who are frustrating like me when I encounter those problems
Don't forget to use the Thanks Button to vote on the methods that actually worked for YOU
Any feedbacks are totally welcome,
and if you discover any other alternate solution, please don't hesitate to PM me so I can add it here of course I won't forget the credits!
HOPE I HELPED YOU, AND GOOD LUCK ON ANDROIDING!
Fixes provided by other members
mrcasmir said:
Just download this App Market Fixer by Kstudio from Android Market.
Use it to scan for offending Apps, Note that it requires active data connection. What it basically does is compare your Apps database with the online Android Market Database and then single out the offending Apps. Presently, the only solution it offers is to uninstall the Apps from your Phone which for me is unacceptable because most of them are Samsung Core System Apps like Videos, Galllery etc, you don't wanna lose your System Apps.
When the scan finish just take note of the offending Apps, it would help to write them down. Do not use their Fix tool because it will delete the Apps from your Phone or if you use REMOVE MARKET LINKS ONLY those Apps will give you FORCE CLOSE afterwards. The best option is go to Titanium Backup --> Batch --> Detach User & System Apps from Market --> Deselect all --> NOW SELECT ONLY THE OFFENDING APPS --> Run the Batch Operation --> Reboot.
After this go back to Android Market and all your Apps will be there. If It didn't work the first time, redo the whole process, maybe you missed one App.
This has 99.9% success and I believe it will work for you.
ADDITION
For those of us that Schedule Backups with TB, you have to do some tweaks to your Preferences if not; after such backups, the whole problem will come back again. This is all you have to do:
Go to Preferences --> Deselect MARKET LINK (When backing up an app, save its Market Link. Requires SQlite).
Be aware that this might happen again if you upgrade ROM or restore whole system with TB Backup, but with such Tool at hand, all it takes is less 3 minutes to fix.
Hope this is helpful
Fix provided by mrcasmir | Original Post
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Marsou77 said:
Uninstall BlackMart.
Fix provided by Marsou77 | Original Post
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Change Logs
Code:
[B]17 Mar 2011[/B]
• Welcome Play Store Version 3.5.15
• Revised Thread Title to emphasis "Installed" column of "My Apps"
[B]15 Mar 2011[/B]
• Revised Disclaimer - now shorter
• All posts - Added Root Permission Warning Logo
• Post #5 - Added links to other members' profiles and original posts
• Post #5 - Added fix provided by Marsou77
[B]12 Mar 2011[/B]
• Moved Method 4. TB Market Doctor from Post #3 to #4
• Added TB 4.8.2 official change log
[B]08 Mar 2011[/B]
• Welcome Google Play Store :) - Thread title updated
• Improved the quality of all images
• Changed Market Search bar to Google Play Search bar
• Revised Table of Contents
• Posts #1-4 - Removed Signature for optimized reading experience
• Post #2 - Upgraded Screenshots to Ice Cream Sandwich Style
• Post #2 - Upgraded Android Market Screenshots to Google Play Store
• Post #3 - Updated Titanium Backup Market Doctor Screenshots
• Post #4 - Revised names in instructions to Google Play Store
• Post #4 - Upgraded Screenshots to Ice Cream Sandwich Style
• Post #4 - Upgraded all Screenshots to Google Play Store
• Post #4 - Added Clear Data confirm dialogue Screenshot
• Post #5 - Added fix provided by mrcasmir
[B]06 Dec 2011[/B]
• Initial release
Any of them worked.
Felimenta97 said:
Any of them worked.
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You're a super lucky person
Miasmic said:
You're a super lucky person
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Oh, I wrote wrong (I thinks, my English is horible )
I mean, I tried every method, same results, no apps.
Felimenta97 said:
Oh, I wrote wrong (I thinks, my English is horible )
I mean, I tried every method, same results, no apps.
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Oh, thats really bad...
and u made me realize that ive forgotten my last part which should be included in the conclusions... mayb ill add it later
then... have you tried a ROM-reflash (not wiping data) or GAPPS reflash (if ur usin CM)? if it still cant, try uninstalling the market and reflash them in recovery!
wish u GL!!
Miasmic said:
Oh, thats really bad...
and u made me realize that ive forgotten my last part which should be included in the conclusions... mayb ill add it later
then... have you tried a ROM-reflash (not wiping data) or GAPPS reflash (if ur usin CM)? if it still cant, try uninstalling the market and reflash them in recovery!
wish u GL!!
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Yes, problem continues. (ROM reflash). I don't thinks GAPPS reflash will work, my ROM came with every basic Google apps, except Maps.
Unfortunately not working. Saw my paid apps once (none of the free ones) and then disappeared again...
Sent from my GT-I9000 using Tapatalk
Works and my 50 downloaded apps reappears for a few minutes and disappears again to become 8. It works if the last app downloaded must not be moved to sd card. Try and download a small app without moving to sd card. I suspect there's a bug that messes up the pointers and the last download must not move to sd card and it acts as a stopper and displays the complete list.
That's why it seems to be random, sometimes works sometimes not because it depends on the last downloaded app.
In my case both v2 and v3 markets were fixed by killing and clearing cache of Market and Google Services Framework. Restarted phone after that, of course.
Clearing Market and Google Services Framework fixed mine for about 10 minutes. I'm wondering now (after loading a new ROM yesterday) if this is connected to the Chrome To Phone issue I had to fix? In that case, it appears that your Google account stores each ROM you install/activate, and over a certain number it won't connect C2P any more - had to restore an old copy of the C2P data, disconnect it, then uninstall/reinstall fresh so it could put a new entry in whatever data structure stores this. This could explain why restoring backups with TiB blows your connection - and the Market Doctor in TiB doesn't work because there's no "room" for the connection between the new load and the market. And why uninstall/reinstall of apps works sometimes. For people on stock, could be just a glitch or because they've had multiple devices (one thing I don't think I ever saw get asked in the empty MyApps threads).
Just had this happen on ICS 4.0.3 on my NS4G. ICS had fixed this issue for me now its back. FUUU-----------!!!!!
Thank you very much!
6. The Ultimate Framework Wipe worked for me
Solved ---> See Post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=21595929&postcount=39
Remember to click THANKS
The "Ultimate Framework Wipe" worked for me, only ONCE, you have to repeat this procedure every time you want to check "My Apps". It's not a Perfect Fix but it's the only one we have right now that works - Thanks Again for the FIX - let us know if you come up with a Permanent Fix, I'm running XXLP2 if that helps any
Has any one found a fix yet? I got 6: The Ultimate Framework Wipe working but then it goes away and my free apps don't show. I have also made a post about my case.
I have an LG Optimus 2X
[CM7][KANG][FEB03] temasek's KANG BUILD P204-54 latest
Vadonka's kernel ETaNa 32mb shared ram hack latest Update 2012.02.04:
SOLVED
Trystan34 said:
Has any one found a fix yet? I got 6: The Ultimate Framework Wipe working but then it goes away and my free apps don't show. I have also made a post about my case.
I have an LG Optimus 2X
[CM7][KANG][FEB03] temasek's KANG BUILD P204-54 latest
Vadonka's kernel ETaNa 32mb shared ram hack latest Update 2012.02.04:
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EDIT (Ignore Previous Post)
Just download this App Market Fixer by Kstudio from Android Market.
Use it to scan for offending Apps, Note that it requires active data connection. What it basically does is compare your Apps database with the online Android Market Database and then single out the offending Apps. Presently, the only solution it offers is to uninstall the Apps from your Phone which for me is unacceptable because most of them are Samsung Core System Apps like Videos, Galllery etc, you don't wanna lose your System Apps.
When the scan finish just take note of the offending Apps, it would help to write them down. Do not use their Fix tool because it will delete the Apps from your Phone or if you use REMOVE MARKET LINKS ONLY those Apps will give you FORCE CLOSE afterwards. The best option is go to Titanium Backup --> Batch --> Detach User & System Apps from Market --> Deselect all --> NOW SELECT ONLY THE OFFENDING APPS --> Run the Batch Operation --> Reboot.
After this go back to Android Market and all your Apps will be there. If It didn't work the first time, redo the whole process, maybe you missed one App.
This has 99.9% success and I believe it will work for you.
ADDITION
For those of us that Schedule Backups with TB, you have to do some tweaks to your Preferences if not; after such backups, the whole problem will come back again. This is all you have to do:
Go to Preferences --> Deselect MARKET LINK (When backing up an app, save its Market Link. Requires SQlite).
Be aware that this might happen again if you upgrade ROM or restore whole system with TB Backup, but with such Tool at hand, all it takes is less 3 minutes to fix.
Hope this is helpful
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Introduction
microG GmsCore is a FLOSS (Free/Libre Open Source Software) framework to allow applications designed for Google Play Services to run on systems, where Play Services is not available. If you use your phone without GAPPS this might become a useful tool for you.
microG GmsCore is one of the two core components of the microG project.
More up-to-date descriptions and instructions might be available on the wiki
Instructions
Preparation:
You need a 4/5/6 ROM that is GAPPS-free. Either don't install them or remove them, if your ROM ships them. Please note that microG GmsCore might run on a cleaned stock ROM, but it might also brick it or cause random bugs. Be aware that only latest Android versions (4.4+) are regularly tested and thus prioritized over older versions when issues occur.
You need a ROM that supports signature faking. Some custom ROMs are patched to support signature faking out of the box, including all OmniROM-based ones. Stock CyanogenMod denied the inclusion, as the possibility of third-party play services implementations is considered a security issue (read here about why it's not). Please ask your ROM developer if unsure. The latest version of signature spoofing for Android < 6.0 has to be enabled at the bottom of the developer settings first. If your ROM does not support signature faking, but you use Xposed, you can grab a Xposed module here.
If you are a ROM developer or just do custom builds for whatever reason, you can download and include the patch from here and here for Android 5.1 or here for Android 6.0.
Remove UnifiedNlp. In case you installed it before. You can keep your backend modules installed, microG Services will be able to use them later and provide the same feature set (to be precise, microG Services includes UnifiedNlp).
Installation:
The installation does not require any modification of the /system partition. All installations should be done using the default app installer included with Android or using `adb install`. This means you need to enable third-party sources or developer mode first.
Install GmsCore.apk as provided in the download section below.
If you want to use Google Cloud Messaging ("Push-Notifications"), Install GsfProxy.apk as provided in the download section below. The GsfProxy version does not need to match the GmsCore.apk version.
If you have BlankStore installed, continue with the next step.
If you want to be able to access the Play Store, install BlankStore from its thread. It is not a requirement that you set it up correctly and this is not covered by this instructions. If you need help ask in the original thread.
If you don't care about Play Store access, Install FakeStore.apk as provided in the download section below.
Open the microG Settings, which are available in the launcher now. If you want to use any Google services (Log-In, Cloud Messaging), tick both checkboxes for background services. This is the only supported setup, but you are free to disable them if you like playing with fire. You can also open the UnifiedNlp settings to enable the location backends of your choice. If you don't have any yet, check out F-Droid. For further questions and concerns regarding UnifiedNlp, use its corresponding thread.
Reboot your device. If you skip this step, everything unwanted is possible.
Using it:
You can test Google Cloud Messaging using this test application. Push notifications do not require account registration.
You can add an account through the system settings. Some applications might ask you to do so, if you don't.
Use your applications as you like. But note that apps that use Cloud Messaging must be installed after GmsCore, else they will not work. Some hint of applications that can run due to microG GmsCore: TextSecure/Signal, Play Music, YouTube
When using AdAway make sure to put mtalk.google.com on your whitelist, else problems are likely to occur when using Google Cloud Messaging. Thanks @benstyle1 for the hint.
Downloads
See this wiki page for Downloads. You can find details on the F-Droid repository on https://microg.org/fdroid/.
Signing key
The NOGAPPS and microG Project use a shared signing key. Apps and the F-Droid repository are signed using this key. You can verify app signatures using the Checkey app (not when signature spoofing is enabled) and the F-Droid key in F-Droid repository details.
The SHA-256 hash of the key is:
9B D0 67 27 E6 27 96 C0 13 0E B6 DA B3 9B 73 15 74 51 58 2C BD 13 8E 86 C4 68 AC C3 95 D1 41 65
Current implementation progress
Please check this wiki page for up to date implementation progress.
Please report bugs
This project is still rather unstable. Please report bugs as they occur. Whenever you report a bug, please tell us what application caused the bug, including its exact version. If you're the developer, name the play services library you are using. Please do not bother the original app author when it might be related to microG services. If the problem is related to geolocation with UnifiedNlp, report it in the UnifiedNlp thread, even if you're using it through GmsCore.
Thanks
Big thanks to everyone who continuously supported me doing this, by donating, pull-requests or just feedback.
XDA:DevDB Information
microG GmsCore, App for all devices (see above for details)
Contributors
MaR-V-iN
Source Code: https://github.com/microg/android_packages_apps_GmsCore
Version Information
Status: Beta
Current Beta Version: v0.2.13.203915
Beta Release Date: 2020-10-19
Created 2015-10-04
Last Updated 2020-10-20
Nice! Even original Play Store started to work with this! Not fully, but now you can login, search for apps and see already installed ones. Just download doesn't work yet. Keep up good work! Original GMSCore is android cancer.
Thanks for the new thread on this!
I am wondering why the code for GsfProxy, which looks rather simple, is not included as part of GmsCore. . .
Also, there are some older apps that I have that use Maps API v1, so I have installed it from the link at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1715375 I assume some rework would be needed to fold that into GmsCore but that would be another nice feature. The convenient thing about gapps is that it comes as a single package, having to install multiple items from the microG project makes things a little else friendly.
FWIW, I've been using the downloads from http://files.brnmod.rocks/apps/GmsCore/Latest/ and have been very pleased with GmsCore (and UnifiedNlp before it). Now that there is an official version tag, I wonder if F-Droid will pick this up. That would make it easy to keep it relatively current.
n76 said:
I am wondering why the code for GsfProxy, which looks rather simple, is not included as part of GmsCore. . .
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The whole purpose of GsfProxy is to not be included in GmsCore: For GCM to work properly you need three packages installed: "com.google.android.gms" (GmsCore), "com.android.vending" (FakeStore/BlankStore) and "com.google.android.gsf" (GsfProxy). This is how Google build it up, don't ask me why.
A good store app requires working play services first. So one step at a time
Could Be Anyone said:
I'm not saying let's rush and have both but I just thought from what I read that blank store will be depreciated in favor of something better but having play services replacement is great.
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I believe you are correct, Blankstore will be replaced by something in a while and it is only being maintained if/when a Google change requires it.
selemine said:
A good store app requires working play services first. So one step at a time
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Exactly! Once Play Services are working well and there is someone to work on it, a successor to Blankstore should appear.
I'd like to help but even though I can get a number of things to compile through either the old Android CLI development system or Android Studio I haven't figured out how to get most of the components in the microG project to compile on my computer. Seems like I've bolloxed something needed to make gradle, etc., to work properly. If/when I get time I guess I should wipe the whole machine and start over on setting up a development environment.
In the meantime, I am amazed by the work @MaR-V-iN had done with the microG project. I don't miss having GAPPs on my phone at all.
Thanks for sharing
Thanks, subscribed.
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Koloses said:
Nice! Even original Play Store started to work with this! Not fully, but now you can login, search for apps and see already installed ones. Just download doesn't work yet. Keep up good work! Original GMSCore is android cancer.
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I tried this out yesterday after you posted it to verify your findings. I received some random play store error code.
When I wanted to do this again today, instead of the error message, a dialog popped up asking me to "renew" my account. I continued and skipped the payment details. After that I was able to download and install applications. Can you try this out on your device as well. If it does not work automatically, this might also be related to a second checkin. In this case, can you try dialing *#*#CHECKIN#*#* or on a tablet open a root shell and invoke `am broadcast -a android.provider.Telephony.SECRET_CODE -d android_secret_code://2432546`. If this changes anything for you, please report back what you did.
Hi,
Unfortunately, I couldn't get push messaging to work properly; after installing as described I was able to sign in to textsecure, but I only get new messages when the app is opened and in foreground. Further, in push notification tester I only get the first 3 checks. Another problem is a huge battery drain since I installed it, as you can see in the picture. If I can provide more info, specific logs, I'd love to do so. Great project, thanks for your efforts.
ROM: omnirom 5.1
Device: Samsung GT-I8190
Never installed original gapps on this setup, using blankstore, which works without problems
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I just tried reinstalling Play Store after having your gmscore for a while on my device and Google Play is fully working now
I guess it's running second check in later on and that makes play store work. Anyway, awesome job, not falling back to blankstore at this point. Amazing work! Thanks!
microG Services Core keeps crashing when trying to sign into my Google Account.
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Rebooting fixed it.
benstyle1 said:
Unfortunately, I couldn't get push messaging to work properly; after installing as described I was able to sign in to textsecure, but I only get new messages when the app is opened and in foreground. Further, in push notification tester I only get the first 3 checks. Another problem is a huge battery drain since I installed it, as you can see in the picture. If I can provide more info, specific logs, I'd love to do so. Great project, thanks for your efforts.
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These problems are likely caused by a bug in the gcm background service. Can you please grab logcat for output containing Gcm (from a unix shell `adb logcat | grep Gcm > gcm.log`) and send this to me (PM, it might contain sensitive data). Rebooting afterwards might fix the issue. Normally `mcs` shows up in BetterBatteryStats with about 1% max, the other wakelock never appeared in BetterBatteryStats on my test device.
dank101 said:
microG Services Core keeps crashing when trying to sign into my Google Account.
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This happens when no checkin happened before. make sure you have automatic checkin enabled in settings, rebooted and then got a network connection. You can also force checkin manally by dialing *#*#CHECKIN#*#* or on a tablet open a root shell and invoke `am broadcast -a android.provider.Telephony.SECRET_CODE -d android_secret_code://2432546`. The problem is known and will be fixed in the next alpha.
MaR-V-iN said:
These problems are likely caused by a bug in the gcm background service. Can you please grab logcat for output containing Gcm (from a unix shell `adb logcat | grep Gcm > gcm.log`) and send this to me (PM, it might contain sensitive data).
This happens when no checkin happened before. make sure you have automatic checkin enabled in settings, rebooted and then got a network connection. You can also force checkin manally by dialing *#*#CHECKIN#*#* or on a tablet open a root shell and invoke `am broadcast -a android.provider.Telephony.SECRET_CODE -d android_secret_code://2432546`. The problem is known and will be fixed in the next alpha.
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I turned everything on and rebooted and it worked.
Maybe could be used on jolla?
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Themirk91 said:
Maybe could be used on jolla?
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Try it.
cAn I use this to play CLAsh of claN???
MaR-V-iN said:
I tried this out yesterday after you posted it to verify your findings. I received some random play store error code.
When I wanted to do this again today, instead of the error message, a dialog popped up asking me to "renew" my account. I continued and skipped the payment details. After that I was able to download and install applications. Can you try this out on your device as well. If it does not work automatically, this might also be related to a second checkin. In this case, can you try dialing *#*#CHECKIN#*#* or on a tablet open a root shell and invoke `am broadcast -a android.provider.Telephony.SECRET_CODE -d android_secret_code://2432546`. If this changes anything for you, please report back what you did.
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Dialing *#*#CHECKIN#*#* got rid of that random error code but now the play store FCs after accepting permissions.
Nice work but I don't that be Google will be happy to know the existence of this Suite of Apps.
Second: I think these new services/apps are using direct HTTP(S) calls to Google's WebServices ...so what will happen if G frequently change/add some code/parameter and/or add a crypted token to the communication? It will be not easy to follow all G updates in the next years.
Third: using an alternative GoogleServices leaves the credentials/data and all user informations in an unknown/untrusted group of people's hands. G could not be the most transparent "group of people" (about privacy and data retention), but......
I think G will force you to stop this project or (it's the most simple way) G will add special crypted tokens (not only the OAuth one) to all its WebService calls...or other things to prevent your framework to work.
I respect all projects but IMHO touching user's credentials, personal informations, payments and other critical things it's not a good thing that an user should trust on if not managed by someone trusted (I repeat: G could not be the most trusted "person" but at least it follows laws and be punished by them if G do illegal things with data/credential/payment....and I don't think it will be the same for the authors of this project).
I think this could be a big and great project but just for educational purpose to write "wrappers" around WebServices...but not a thing to be used in a real-life environment where real credential and payment data are sent, used and watched by these new Services...
Well that's why it's open source - you can inspect the source code to ensure the alternative services aren't doing anything shady with your details.
And if you don't trust the precompiled APKs, you have the option of compiling the source code.
*I'm no dev., and some of the statements here might be technically innaccurate. Please, forgive and correct me. I'm just sharing my experience.
*I'm creating this thread following @elvinguitar 's request to list the apps/services safe to disable and how to do it.
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Introduction
I've been google-free ever since I've rooted my Nexus 5 and flashed AOSP. Everything worked like a charm. I even experienced longer battery life and better performance. I've done the same to a Samsung Galaxy S, Motorola Moto G 2015 and a couple other Samsung, BQ and Xiaomi devices I don't remember the model now (family and friends). Really happy with the process. Of cause, you cannot use most Google apps if you don't have the google services (framework?) running in the background (consuming resources and collecting all sort of data).
Only downside when disabling Google core services is that most apps out there in the market use google services to show up a map. If you don't have google services, you won't see a map. However, it is possible to "trick" the apps into calling for openmaps instead. I haven't tried, though.
Android One lets you disable most apps/services via the default settings menu. But there are still some of Google's tentacles fused into the core of your phone you cannot get rid of. But heck, it's something. We'll have to wait until the custom ROMs start showing up.
The reason
There are endless reasons to use all Google products. But there are endless reasons to avoid them. It's up to you what you want to do with your privacy. Despite privacy laws and promises, it's well known that your data, once online it's not longer only yours. And smartphones sensors combined with big data management, they are capable of infinite ways of recording your lifestyle. Camera (obvious), microphone (obvious + knowing where you are and what are you doing by the background noise), location(obvious), GSM/wifi/bluetooth (knowing where you are, who you are with...), body sensors/movement sensors (activity you are doing all the time)... Without being paranoid, unless you are a VIP you are not being followed, and if someone really wants to follow you, they'll do so even if you get rid of all this apps. But ALL YOUR data is being stored and analyzed for their own profit and linked (securely) to your persona. Now, it's only for economical profit, but indirect censorship is already taking place. Try doing some research for something rather unpopular and then try looking up a mainstream celebrity. You'll see the difference. I'm sure you've all heard about the China "Social credit" they want to develop in China. It's what big internet companies have been doing for a while now. Orwell's big brother all over. It's kinda scary if you ask me.
Some reading:
https://www.socialcooling.com/
https://donttrack.us/
Some alternatives to Google products we all use
An example of rogue censorship (one of millions)
Interesting infographic about how google knows you
But well... let's go to the bone. These are the apps and services I've tried to disable and some alternatives I use/consider.
I strongly recommend using a powerful firewall that blocks all internet communications unless you say otherwise. I use AFwall+ (root). There are other alternatives like NetGuard (no-root) that use VPN. This way, even if you have an app you want to use, but you don't want it to be communicating with the outside, you can have it (nothing is bulletproof, though). - Let me know if you want a lit of internet enabled apps/services, too.
Disabled APPs / services
Note that I uninstalled the apps when possible. The unistalled apps won't be in that list. Also, I've stopped the device initial set up progress and, therefore, some apps had never been installed to my device. So, they are safe to disable.
Disabled via the settings menu:
Calendar
Carrier services @thorin0815 explained to me what they do. Thx.: "intended to allow you to take full advantage of RCS, which allows for extra features in the Android Messaging app)
Chrome
Contacts
Gboard
Gmail
Google
Google Backup Transport
Google Contacts Sync
Google One Time Init
Google Partner Set Up
Google Play Services
Google Services Framework
Market Feedback Agent
Messages
PAI
Photos
YouTube
Disabled via an app manager (root) or adb method without root
Device Setup
Feedback
Google Play Services
Spock
Google and tricky enabled apps I guess they can be disabled with no problem:
Android Setup
Android system webview (gotta look for an alternative)
Google text to speech engine
Maps
TalkBack
Google and tricky apps I do use and I won't disable because they are too critical for me (or I have no idea what they do and I'd rather not mess with them).
Android Services Library
Android Shared Library
Clock (there are alternatives, a lot. But it wakes me everyday, and it doesn't look to be to bad).
ConfigUpdater
PackageInstaller
Phone (I've tried a couple alternatives, but I didn't trust them (one crashed and the other one looked even worse (privacy-wise) than the original)
Print Service Recommendation Service
There are tons of other apps needed for the correct use of the device that shouldn't be disabled. Anything you can disable from the Settings/apps menu, you should be OK trying to disable it. Disable it, then try to use what you think the app might be used for, and if it works fine... there you go. Try and error!
Alternative APP to the disabled ones
When possible, I tried to use FOSS apps.
FOSS app catalog - F-Droid (most apps come from here)
Google Play - Yalp Store or Aurora store - Yalp works better, but Aurora is nicer. Both have Exodus Privacy check.
Maps - Here and OsmAnd (mountain) - there are a lot of good mapping apps out there.
Calendar - I use BusinesCalendar because I like the widget. But there are a lot of other apps. Eg.: SimpleCalendar. Personal preference.
Contacts - Again. Personal preference. I like the AOSP app.
Files - I have it. But I use Es File explorer. Not the best for privacy or anti-bloatware. But I like it.
Chrome - Firefox all the way! I use Firefox Beta. Previous versions of the non beta one used to be way slower compared to the beta one.
Gallery - Simple gallery
Mail - K-9 mail. It's ugly, but I love it. There is a material version. I also found another app worth trying, here in XDA, but cannot remember its name now. I'm switching to protonmail as my personal mail service (I still use Gmail, hotmail and others as I always have).
Phone - I use the stock app (google ) 'cause I didn't find a valid alternative.
Messaging - QKSMS. Signal is a neat app with more features and secure communication (thx @thorin0815)
Keyboard - I use SwiftKey (internet blocked)
Calculator - AOSP calculator.
YouTube - I use WebTube. NewPipe is a valid option, too.
Camera - Check the discussion threads about the camera
If you have any app not listed here, post a comment and I'll add it. Also, if there is any error or you know something I don't, let me know and I'll correct. Same with the apps/services I have no idea what they do.
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I have to talk to you about this, too. Among other things. (posting it here so I remember about them later)
AFirewall+
DAVdroid
Greenify
DuckDuckGo
Snowden
how to force disable
Just a suggestion for a Messenger alternative.
Signal, a nice and secure open source alternative for Whatsapp like and SMS apps.
Nice thread btw. I try to avoid Google and Microsoft stuff where I can aswell.
Too bad we don't have a nice mobile Linux for our phones.
Thanks for creating this thread. By the way, have you experienced some error when uninstalling some apps? I tried removing Gmail (via debloater) but after that, I keep getting crashes on some of my apps. Even magisk crashes.
Also, I tried uninstalling Chrome via debloater, but it seems like it's not working. What's your preferred way of uninstalling apps?
elvinguitar said:
Thanks for creating this thread. By the way, have you experienced some error when uninstalling some apps? I tried removing Gmail (via debloater) but after that, I keep getting crashes on some of my apps. Even magisk crashes.
Also, I tried uninstalling Chrome via debloater, but it seems like it's not working. What's your preferred way of uninstalling apps?
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I haven't experienced any issue unisntalling/disabling any of the mentioned. Except for google services. They are required by some third party apps to display a map layout. I uninstalled Gmail and Chrome with no problem.
What is "debloater"?
I preffer unisntalling apps via the traditional method when possible (settings/apps/unisntall). Same with disabling them. With Android One you can uninstall/disable most apps this way. I've experienced no issues.
For the apps thet the disable option is not available, I use an app known for being warez (I like it and I use it only for the powerful tools it provide). But there are other apps that'll do the job even better. In another device, I used APP2SD with another purpose, but I loved it. Titanium Backup is a powerfull tool that should work, too. However, you'll need the PRO package if you want to disable system apps. AppMgrIII and App Manager promise to get the job done, too. You'll need root with all of them, though.
thorin0815 said:
Just a suggestion for a Messenger alternative.
Signal, a nice and secure open source alternative for Whatsapp like and SMS apps.
Nice thread btw. I try to avoid Google and Microsoft stuff where I can aswell.
Too bad we don't have a nice mobile Linux for our phones.
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Added Signal to the list. I'm more than happy with the other app because I only want it to recive sms. It's been ages since the last time I sent one. My brother uses SMS and he's happy with what Signal provides.
If you have any other ideas on how to stay away from the big guys, let me know
On my Moto G4 I always used the following app for freezing/disabling system apps with root.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iamaner.oneclickfreeze
adriakus said:
I haven't experienced any issue unisntalling/disabling any of the mentioned. Except for google services. They are required by some third party apps to display a map layout. I uninstalled Gmail and Chrome with no problem.
What is "debloater"?
I preffer unisntalling apps via the traditional method when possible (settings/apps/unisntall). Same with disabling them. With Android One you can uninstall/disable most apps this way. I've experienced no issues.
For the apps thet the disable option is not available, I use an app known for being warez (I like it and I use it only for the powerful tools it provide). But there are other apps that'll do the job even better. In another device, I used APP2SD with another purpose, but I loved it. Titanium Backup is a powerfull tool that should work, too. However, you'll need the PRO package if you want to disable system apps. AppMgrIII and App Manager promise to get the job done, too. You'll need root with all of them, though.
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This is the tool that I'm using to debloat my device: https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/module-terminal-debloater-debloat-t3584163
elvinguitar said:
This is the tool that I'm using to debloat my device: https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/module-terminal-debloater-debloat-t3584163
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Actually, I didn't unisntall Gmail nor Chrome. I just disabled them with no problem.
I don't know how this debloat tool works. My suggestion (someone might advise otherwise) is to do as much as you can via the default settings menu. Is you device rooted? If so, I'd rather use one of the apps mentioned before (by me ir by @thorin0815 ) to disable the locked ones. Personal preference. Mostly because I'm quite new to all the "systemless" thing, but also because I don't really care about OTA updates, so I don't need the system partition intact. I'll update android once LineageOS is ready. But again, this is how I'd do it. You might preffer another way.
thorin0815 said:
Too bad we don't have a nice mobile Linux for our phones.
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It's a pitty the Firefox OS project was abandoned
Hi, do you know a way to quit the Google search bar from the Home Screen? O dont like it and rather a clean Home Screen
yaco96 said:
Hi, do you know a way to quit the Google search bar from the Home Screen? O dont like it and rather a clean Home Screen
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For now, only way is to install another launcher. Any will do. There is a thread about it, too. Look it up
I suggest Lawnchair Launcher to get rid of the searchbar after freezing/disabling the Google app.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ch.deletescape.lawnchair.plah&hl=en_US
Lawnchair should have all the features of the stock one and many more.
Have you ever heared the sentence "I don't care about privacy. I have nothing to hide". Well...
Here is an interesting website on how important is privacy https://www.socialcooling.com/
I know most of you already know all of this, but it's a nice website to show family and friends and help them open their minds.
Also, watch the documentary and/or the movie about Snowden to see what's going on in the USA (most data and most popular internet servers are located there). Snowden and Citizenfour (available on youtube)
Hello, I disabled some apps via the adb method, including the inbuilt file manager, which causes some problems now. Could someone be so kind and either tell me where to find an apk of the file manager or maybe upload it somewhere? Thanks in advance
mr-obot said:
Hello, I disabled some apps via the adb method, including the inbuilt file manager, which causes some problems now. Could someone be so kind and either tell me where to find an apk of the file manager or maybe upload it somewhere? Thanks in advance
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This one?
https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/files-google/files-6-8-1-0-release/
Nice thread. Now we have microG to replace google services. It is compatible with deodexed roms.
MicroG is great.. But few challenges I came across:
1. No Validation of purchases - Apps & In-Apps
2. Few apps being used due to work, eg. Google Workspace Chat doesn't work.
3. AutoVoice integration - only works with Google Voice Engine
Has anyone figured out how to handle any of the above challenges
Hello everyone.
Because I passed over the "rooting" period, I am more interested in getting the max out of this phone without rooting it.
This thread I intend to make it about apps (useful ones) that requires no root in order to work.
I would start with an ad blocker.
My favourite tool is Blokada - https://blokada.org/
Plain and easy to install and use and works fine.
Next is Vanced - a more adVanced YouTube player. https://vancedapp.com/
Simple to install but, before using it, you must disable MIUI optimization
Another app that worth mentioning is Twilight. If you are a night phone user, this app is here to protect your eyes.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.urbandroid.lux
MIUI - Contacts and dialer
If the stock (Google) dialer and contacts is not for you, you can try the MIUi - Contacts and dialer app, slightly more aesthetic.
Xiaomi Contacts and dialer 12.2.4.5 APK Download by Xiaomi Inc - APKMirror
Xiaomi Contacts and dialer 12.2.4.5 APK Download by Xiaomi Inc - APKMirror Free and safe Android APK downloads
www.apkmirror.com
If you want a more loud sound - even if on this stereo speakers phone isn't really necessary, you can use Volume Booster. Beware of not setting it over 20% otherwise you will risk hearing and speakers problems.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.goodev.volume.booster
I will update the list with some other apps.
If you have something to add, please feel free to share.
WaveUp can turn the screen on and off "automatically" via waving over the proximity sensor. For users of "book covers" the app is quite useful, as you can set it so that the screen is activated by opening the cover and deactivated after a predefined time after closing it.
WaveUp - Apps on Google Play
Turn on the display by waving
play.google.com
Termux. It's impressive what it can do without root.
Does having to use adb to grant permission count? If not any Package Disabler can do some damage
SD maid, it may be an old app but it still does thinks better than a lot of apps.
Can't forget about how useful Mixplorer can be. I have not looked for a different file browser because it I can't think of anything it can't do.
Adaway works without root now, not sure how well because I go nuts not having root, lol
And my newest discovery, the one that actually caused me to get rid of Chrome completely because I found Bromite.
Yes Bromite (Google it) it's such an amazing web browser.
Turmux
Package Disabler
SD Maid
Mixplorer
Bromite (Just try it, you won't regret it. Not on Play Store, Google is afraid of it)
GitHub - bromite/bromite: Bromite is a Chromium fork with ad blocking and privacy enhancements; take back your browser!
Bromite is a Chromium fork with ad blocking and privacy enhancements; take back your browser! - GitHub - bromite/bromite: Bromite is a Chromium fork with ad blocking and privacy enhancements; take ...
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Bitwarden - Easily best password manager, recently Gboard added integration for it you can auto-fill passwords for sites and apps easily.
KWGT - Insane customisability, visit /r/AndroidThemes for ideas. This is my desktop @ ArrowOS.
k3lcior said:
Bitwarden - Easily best password manager, recently Gboard added integration for it you can auto-fill passwords for sites and apps easily.
KWGT - Insane customisability, visit /r/AndroidThemes for ideas. This is my desktop @ ArrowOS.
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Oh Gboard how did I forget that. It's basically the first app I always install after a factory reset or whatever
A different launcher, less useless gimmicks and focused on productivity.
Ratio Launcher
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bllocosn
Here's another app that might be useful for some.
SystemUI - to slightly modify some hidden options on UI. No root, just ADB to grant some permissions
SystemUI Tuner - Apps on Google Play
PLEASE READ ENTIRE DESCRIPTION BEFORE INSTALLING
play.google.com
If you are annoyed with your default messages app, coz of the cluttered unorganised ui, and u get lot of sms then try Sms Organizer from "Microsoft". I have been using this app since it first came out, it basically organises all ur messages automatically into categories like transactions, personal, promotion etc. and it only shows you what's important in a message in the popup or notifications panel, for example it will only show you the OTP if u got one msg of it, it will show you the amount debited/credited to ur account if u gat a transaction msg, it will tell u if u got cashback, it will remind you for ur upcoming event and online order delivery stuff. So the conclusion is you must use this app as ur default messenger no matter what phone u r using, this will make your life 10 times easier and the ui is super clean too, it also has dark(amoled) mode.
Here is the link- https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.microsoft.android.smsorganizer
From F-Droid repository:
* OsmAnd+ - maps and navigation
* Mull - cleaned version of Firefox Browser
* NewPipe - YouTube frontend.
Freeware. No ads. No bs.
Make installable copies of all your apps and updates. Take Playwhore out of the reload loop.
APK Export (Backup & Share) - Apps on Google Play
Manage and extract your apps.
play.google.com
A VNP based Firewall that uses almost no battery. Works best with Pie or lower though.
Logging doesn't work with 10 up, I believe... test it and let me know.
Karma Firewall - Apps on Google Play
Karma Firewall app lets you block internet traffic to and from specific apps.
play.google.com
I'm quite a fan of NoRoot Firewall:
NoRoot Firewall - Apps on Google Play
Firewall WITHOUT ROOT. Host name name filtering, fine-grained access control.
play.google.com
I don't trust a lot of apps and NoRoot works well. It blocks all apps by default and you can choose to allow Internet over wifi, data, both or neither. It also supports filters so you can globally block particular sites.
It's usually the first thing I install when I gte a new phone or reinstall.
You do have to keep in mind that if a trusted app can't access the Internet, NoRoot may be blocking it, so you just enable it and away you go.
Cheers
Steve
IMHO a must have app is the:
Download Progress++
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ceco.sbdp.pro&hl=gsw&gl=US
Came from an xposed module. Now works as an app without anything else.
Should be a default android option.
Hey!
Hope you're doing well!
Sorry for reviving this old thread but I would like to add two new apps:
GOVPN: non-invasive ad-supported VPN. Allows to choose the desired location, unrestricted and unlimited. Did some tests with online streaming and went all good.
VPN secure fast proxy by GOVPN - Apps on Google Play
VPN for safe web browsing. Unlimited, many countries
play.google.com
Activity Launcher
Gives access to internal apps to be launched, apps usually not available in a normal state of the phone.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.szalkowski.activitylauncher
Time to add on to the list:
Migrate : Helps restore apps and app data when switching between Custom ROMS, outdated as of now but still works.
Naveenthemi said:
Time to add on to the list:
Migrate : Helps restore apps and app data when switching between Custom ROMS, outdated as of now but still works.
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The thread requires non-rooted apps
WARNING
You might loose functionality provided by an app if it is removed .
Also neither I nor XDA will be responsible for any loss or damage that occurs to your device .
Overview
A safer approach to remove resource hogging bloatwares preinstalled by our dear Realme , all removed apps can be re-installed with adb , Read the guide carefully to find out what apps are safe to remove .
Although it is not necessary but it is better to follow this guide immediately after completing first setup .
Also you may need to re- debloat after installing any System Update
Requirements
A PC
Realme GT NEO 2 and USB type C cable
Device should be on RUI 2.0 based in Android 11 or RUI 3.0 based on Android 12
Device should have USB Debugging enabled from Devloper Options
Downloads
For Automatic Method
GUI Windows Tool to Manage Apps through ADB (Click Here )
For Manual Method
ADB Setup .exe for windows (Click Here )
(install drivers required )
STEPS
Enabling Developer Mode
Go To Settings >About Phone > Version> now tap on Build Number 7 times till it shows a toast that Developer Mode is enabled
Go back To Settings > Additional Settings > Developer Options now Enable USB Debugging , now scroll down and Disable Permission Monitoring
Connect your Phone to PC via USB cable and a Popup will ask Use USB to select option Transfer Files/Android Auto
GUI Method
Open ADB AppControl
Allow debugging prompt on device
It will ask if you want to install ACbridge select yes
By default it shows All apps , Select system
Look through the apps and select which you want to remove , If you are unsure , You can use my list
Spoiler: List Of Apps
Accessory Framework #Unnecessary app for realme bluetooth headphones users
After Sales Service #Restore it when going to Service Center
Android Accessibility Suite #Provides accessibility and talkback to users
Android Auto #For connecting to Cars with Andrid Infotainment
Android Setup #Not needed after setup is done
App Cloner #Remove if you dont use App cloner provided in system
App Enhancement Services #GameSpace Tools
ARCore # Stub to provide AR support
Assistant #Google Assistant
Assistive Ball #Remove if you dont use
atlasService #Removebloatware , accesses location in background
Bookmark Provider #Bloat No Important Function
BTtestmode #Not needed , no effect on Bluetooth on its removal
Calculator #Better Calculators avaialble on Play Store
Calendar #Google Calendar
Carrier Location Services #Required if you use VOWIFI
Carrier Services #Provides RCS messaging
Chrome #Better Alternatives like Kiwi Browser or Brave exist
com..coloros.safecenter #Privacy Hazard
com.redteamobile.roaming #Chinese SPy tool Not needed on NON-China user phones
Combine Captions #Provides Captions in Realme Video Player Apps
Compass #Privacy Hazard
ConfigUpdater #Logging Tool by Google
Contacts #Google Contacts Not needed when using TruePHone
Crash Box
Deep Thinker #Telemetry powered by oppo
Default Print Service #Remove if you dont have printer
Device Configuration #Logging Tool by Oppo
Diagnostics #Gimmick of coloros
Digital Wellbeing #Google Wellbeing App always run in background
DMApp #Data Migration App , not needed after first setup
Downloads #Not needed , bloatware , maybe monitors what you are downloading for oppo
Eid-Service #Unique Identifier Service remove it no functionality loss
EmailPartnerProvider #Bloatware Service remove it no functionality loss
Emergency SOS #Keep it , if want SOS facility
Engineer Mode #Required to access engineer mode
EngineerNetwork #Required if use Engineer Mode
E-Warranty Card #Restore it when taking to Service Center
Facebook App Installer #Facebook spying tracking
Facebook App Manager #Facebook spying tracking
Facebook Services #Facebook spying tracking
Feedback #Remove logging tool ported from 1+ to realme
File Manager #Default Realme FIles Manager better use Mixplorer
Files by Google #Bloatware No unique functionality
Finshell Pay #Chinese Payment App - Scam
Focus Mode #Keep it if you use Focus Mode
Gboard #Install any other keyboard before removing this
Glance for Realme #Provides Ads on LockScreen
Gmail #Remove if you dont use Gmail , better use gmail.com from browser
Google #Biggest battery sucking app
Google Assistant #Needed to enable OK Google
Google Contacts Sync #Needed to backup restore contacts from cloud
Google Location History #Backups where you went to Google Server
Google One Time Init #Not required after first boot
Google Partner Setup #Not required after first boot
Google Pay #Google Pay app remove if you dont use
Google Play Services #Remove if you want to degooglify your phone
Google Play Store #PlayStore , remove only if you dont use it
Google Services Framework #Dependecy of Play Services , remove if you don't use Google stuff
healthservice #Gimmick serves no purpose
HeySynergy #Realme Bloatware
HeyTap Cloud #REalme Tracking Hazard
Hot Apps #Provides ads on 32000 device
In Ear Monitoring #Useless Gimmick
Internet #Oppo Internet Browser somehow even worse than Chrome
Keep Notes #App to keep notes synced on Google Account
Kid Space #Remove if you don't have to give phone to kids
Lens #Google Lens , remove if you dont use it
Lock Screen Magazine #Provides ads on 32000 device
Market Feedback Agent #Google Logging tool not needed
MBN Test #Runs in background , not needed for a user
Messages #Google Messages , better alternative is signal as SMS app
Music #Realme Music Player better alternative is Musicolet
My Realme #Realme Bloatware
Netflix #Netflix Stub
Network Health Services #Runs in background , not needed for a user
Obrain #Telemetry
OIDT Service #Pacakge name is Postman I dont know what it sends or receives , no functionality loss on removal
Omacp #Mediatek app on Snapdragon SOC , realme devs talent
OneTrace #Traces Users Activity
OpenCapabilityService #Chinese unique identifier privacy hazard
OpenID #Chinese unique identifier privacy hazard
OplusLocationService #Provides Beidou Satellites assisted navigation
Payment Protection #Gimmick and Privacy Hazard
Phone #Google Phone remove it and use TruePhone to record phonecalls without announcement
Photos #GOogle Photos app remove if you dont use it
Private Safe #Privacy hazard , removing will disable privacy safe feature
QCDM-FF #Qualcomm Tool, runs in background no functionality loss on removal
realme Share #Google nEarby share alternative created by Chines OEMs , removing will cause share from RealmeGAllery to be empty
Screencast #Required if you cast screen to TV or use 3rd part Screen Recording Apps
sdk #Not required unless you are using Heytap cloud
Search #Provides search function on realme launcher , better use NOVA7 launcher
Secure Keyboard #Privacy hazard ,who knows what it is storing
Secure Payment #Privacy hazard
SecurutyAnalysis #another realme gimmick
Setup Wizard #not needed after first boot
Shelper #Malware remove immediately
SIM Tool Kit #Removing this will remove popups of sim
Sleep Capsule #remove if you dont use it
Smart Sidebar #remove if you dont use sidebar feature
Software Update #remove if you dont want new software updates to come
Sound Amplifier #Does not works
System Cloner #Provides dual space option , remove if you dont use
System Messages #MMS Support for your SIM , remove if you dont mms
System Tracing #AOSP process tracing for debug
System Upgrade Services #remove if you dont want new software updates to come
Tags #Google NFC app
Theme Store #RAM Hogger , remove if you dont use theme
Update Service #remove if you dont want new software updates to come
User Experience Program #realme tracking telemetry , privacy hazard
User Guide #guide on how to use phone
Video (system) #Video Player by realme better use MX Player or VLC
Wallpapers #Not needed better wallpapers app in PlaySTore
Weather #Remove if you dont use it
Weather Services #remove if you removed weather
Wireless Emergency Alerts #Provides earthquake or other disasters alerts
WifiBackupRestore #Oppo Restore app , not required after first setup
YouTube #Remove it and use Youtube vanced
After selecting right click and select uninstall , all selected apps will be uninstalled .
To Restore just select Deleted Section and right click on any app and select restore
CLI Method
Open Powershell in C:\adb folder with shift+right click
Enter adb devices and allow debugging prompt on device .
Enter adb shell
Now To Remove an App with package name com.oppo.operationManual You have to run
pm uninstall --user 0 com.oppo.operationManual
This will remove UserGuide App from Device
Now Suppose for any reason you want to restore the deleted app you just have to type
cmd package install-existing --user 0 com.oppo.operationManual
You can do this for any system bloatware here is a Screenshot
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
You can ask here also if you have doubt about any app if it sjhould be removed or not .
Here is the effect of debloating your RUI 2.0
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Spoiler: Free RAM in Recents with only Nova Launcher Running
Nice
Thanks again for your hard work!
Thank you for the effort. The GUI method was really convenient.
28/01/2022
List Of Apps have been updated to include 18 new additions
Total Bloatware count is= 118
is that safe to remove(debloat) Glance app on lock screen?
Leinhearth said:
is that safe to remove(debloat) Glance app on lock screen?
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Yes completely safe
it has worked well.
Thank you
marcos07r said:
it has worked well.
Thank youView attachment 5523545
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I am glad it worked
Also removing com.coloros.safecenter will break App Lock so I advice you against it
You can remove many other also
Read the Spoiler in OP
Thanks for the guide. Works damn well and already inceased my battery life!
works like a charm thank you
Can this debloat method work with global european version of Realme GT Neo2?
If I have issues with debloat method can I factory reset to fix that issues?
just did it yesterday with my eu realme and had no struggles.
there are some apks missing on my phone from the list but except that everything worked well.
nicely debloated now.
You version is European/ Global?
almmpt said:
You version is European/ Global?
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Europe/Global, yes
vPK50XL96 said:
Europe/Global, yes
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You see any differeces in battery and performance?
If it GOES wrong I factory reset and it restores the bloatware remover apps right?
I go freeze them all. I prefer then run the script.
will factory reset restore the apps i deleted ?
almmpt said:
You see any differeces in battery and performance?
If it GOES wrong I factory reset and it restores the bloatware remover apps right?
I go freeze them all. I prefer then run the script.
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no. its still blazing fast and i dont know the impact of battery life because i got the phone now just a week.
i choose the gui method, i can restore all deleted apps because i backed up them before.
i dont know if you get all the apps back when you factory restore.
ti cant update bootloader on my gt neo 2 device in russian ROM version
C Can you help me reopen?
hello bro.. this tutorial works great but i have question
im using the gui method but i didnt backup the apps.. so now i cannot restore them..
will a factory reset restore all those apps ?