Google Play Services Apk For Android 4.0.4

Glad it could help. As for set off auto update, Play Store app is a system application. There is no way to block device from auto update system AFAIK outside of rooting the device. In fact i left my tab last night on to update my software and my play store app back to version 5.2.13. Had to re-install again.

So either turn off internet connection when u don't use it, well it just delaying it a bit or put a copy of 5.1.11 in your device and repeat the steps of uninstall updateinstall app before u can use the play store function. I got the same problem. I have uninstalled google playstore updates and it came back to the much older version.

No problem with that much older version. But after i exited the app, it updated itself to the newest version and crashed. Then i read that i have to instal the older version (version 11). So lucky that fitri said that there is simple solution to avoid the crash on version 12, that is to make the screen in portrait mode. And it is so true. Thank you so much.

I never thought that the real problem is about screen mode issue! What a ridiculous version of google play store.

Well, my gadget is samsung galaxy tab 2, 7 inch.

Google’s latest phones are shipping with Android 9 Pie, and third-party phone makers are starting to get on the Pie bandwagon but few enough people are using the latest version of Android that Google hasn’t even added it to its.But you know what is on that chart? Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. About 0.3 percent of Android devices in the wild are still using that 7-year-old operating system.And while they can certainly keep using it if they want, they may soon notice that some features don’t work as well as they used to.

Google has announced that it will no longer update Google Play Services for API levels 14 and 15 — meaning Ice Cream Sandwich.In other words, the app that enables multiple Google services to do their thing may cease to function properly. That could affect the Google Play Store, Gmail, Google Maps, data synchronization, and many other features.It’s not exactly surprising to see Google drop support for Ice Cream Sandwich. The company has released a dozen major updates to Android since Android 4.0 ICS first launched in 2011, and the number of active devices still running ICS is diminishing.That said, a lot of device makers have a nasty habit of rarely (or never) issuing software updates for their Android products.

So if you bought a cheap tablet with Android 4.0 sometime in the last 7 years, there’s a decent chance it’s still running that version of Google’s operating system.Those devices won’t necessarily cease working. But with Google no longer updating its Play Services APK for those devices, it’s possible that bugs will start to crop up and go unpatched or that features may stop working.

And since Google is encouraging app developers to target API level 16 and newer, it’s possible that some app updates could cause some apps or games that currently support Android 4.0 to no longer work in the future.Google says one workaround is for developers to build multiple APKs for their apps including an APK that targets API levels lower than 16 and another that targets the newer APIs. It’s unclear how many developers will take the company up on that idea due to the relatively small market share for Android 4.0 devices.via.

I’m fairly certain that Fire OS 6, Amazon’s most current version of the OS is based on 7.1. Fire OS 5 runs Android 5.1. Most of the devices running Fire OS 5 are 1st and 2nd gen devices.

Either way, I don’t think Amazon devices depend on Play Store APIs so, moot point.Also, I think 7 years is reasonable. No reputable manufacturer is producing Android phones with anything less than 7.x right now and you can find a budget Android phone for sub $70. In fact, the cheapest of Android phones sold with 4.x have Oreo phones for about $10 more. There’s really no excuse at this point for not moving on. If you can sub a phone plan, you can update your phone in 7 years. Android had many huge leaps in programming over the years, and the biggest were: – Android 1.0 to 1.5.0 – Android 1.6 to 2.2.1 – Android 2.3 to 4.0.3 – moderate changes rolling-out – Android 4.3 to 5.1.0 – moderate changes rolling-out – Android 6.0 to 8.0.0 – moderate changes rolling-out So its sad to see Android 4.0.3 lose support for Play Store, when there are millions of Apps that support it just fine. This is like the WindowsXP of phones (I guess that makes 5.1 the Windows7 of phones.

And it’s completely bullcrap (aka planned obsolescence) that Gmail, YouTube and Google Maps to stop working, let alone Cloud Sync because those are functions that don’t break/need fixing. And there’s not much improvement in software/hardware on devices going from 4.0.3 to 4.4.3 (Windows Vista of phones). Especially when you think about the hardware these came in (dual/quad-core Cortex A9’s, 1-2GB Read more ». And it’s completely bullcrap (aka planned obsolescence) that Gmail, YouTube and Google Maps to stop working, let alone Cloud Sync because those are functions that don’t break/need fixing. Yes, it is completely bullcrap, because it’s not true.

Nothing is going to suddenly stop working. If you’re still using a phone with ICS, those apps will continue to run just fine, Gmail, Maps, and all. All that’s happening is that you’re not going to get more updates, and even then developers can push out newer versions of their apps targeting ICS if they put in some extra effort. Seven years is longer than Apple supports its iPhones. It is quite long enough, given the speed and magnitude of the changes to the mobile phone platform over that period, especially since Google isn’t stopping anyone from continuing to use their phones. As for your strategy — you’re not being consistent.

With Google’s Read more ». “It took me a while to realise, but you really have to buy a used last-year’s flagship that has Custom Rom support.

Then upgrade your phone every 11-19 months to the next Used flagship device to stay in the Goldilocks Zone.”I’ve figured out something like this. With tow caveats:Can’t you just hold on to your year-old flagship with custom ROM support for 24 months? 24 months is a more reasonable upgrade time frame to me than 12 months. Assuming you have a preference for a smartphone model, which is updated every 12 months. Which ROM or ROMs do you prefer, if other than LineageOS?What do you recommend for those people who don’t need or want to splurge on last year’s Android flagship? Which still costs pretty penny depending on to your needs or means.

Well, the plan was to have a Nexus device. However, Google has cancelled that and introduced Pixels, and they are definitely not the same thing. The Pixels are (much) more expensive, don’t focus on the performance as much, and they don’t try to push the envelope/stir competition. In fact, what the Pixels are a “safe bet” something for the lowest-common denominator, and they are focused on being an iPhone alternative with the marketing budget to match. So for a little while, the OnePlus devices have been the honorary Nexus fill-ins.

However over time each generation has upped the price without bringing much features, and in some instances, taking them away. And now OnePlus is slowing updates on older devices too. While Apple used to be reliable in terms of having a somewhat affordable and somewhat durable device, yet this has changed with the likes of the iPhone 8 and the Read more ». Thanks for the detailed write up! I don’t necessarily want to debate you, just giving you my 2 cents on a few points.

As far as I’m concerned the Pixels are pushing the limit on cameras, not including 8 GB of RAM and a bloated skin over stock Android. They still have flagship Qualcomm processors.

And who needs 8 GB of RAM in smartphone to just run a lean custom ROM? It’s just crazy! Last year’s Pixels go for around 430 euros (both the small and the XL models), which include European VAT.

Something to consider in pricing calculations. Or you can have last year’s Samsung for a similar price, too. If I were to buy some last year’s Android, I’d buy the Pixel or the Samsung (biggest price drops after the first year), the OnePluses are more like ‘plain Janes’ to me. They hold their value better, Read more ».

No worries, I’m happy you read all of it. Upgrading roughly 2 years instead of roughly 1 year, would mean you’re actually spending less money, say, over that hypothetical 6 year scenario.

It might also mean you get more value overall in the spending. However, I recommend a roughly 1-1.5 year interval rather than a 2-2.5 year interval. And it comes back to economics. Its just easier to sell a 1.5-2.5 year old device rather than a 2.5-3.5 year old device. And while phones depreciate greatly in the first 0.5-1.1 years, their depreciation slows between that 1.2-1.9 year mark.

This is because we are talking about an industry of “disposable products” with a high mark up. And that’s where the ethos of the “Goldilocks tactic” comes from. And yes, selling a month before a new model is announced and upgrading a month after announcement would help increase your value quota Read more ». “I recommend a roughly 1-1.5 year interval rather than a 2-2.5 year interval.

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And it comes back to economics. Its just easier to sell a 1.5-2.5 year old device rather than a 2.5-3.5 year old device.” I never understand when people say they can’t sell their house or whatever item. You just have to price the item you want to sell to what the market pays for it. I’ve found that iPhones and OnePlus phones hold their value relatively better than Google Pixel and Samsung phones. “And yes, selling a month before a new model is announced and upgrading a month after announcement would help increase your value quota (ie less spending). But in that +2 months gap you need a phone as well, which sort of ruins the transition.” When I’ve read about this trick, the American journalist (iPhone user) opted for the $50 Blu phone with Amazon Read more ».

Yes, I’m excited to see a Pixel 3 Lite (if priced sensibly). Having a goto phone is fine, but this tactic usually applies to us consumers/enthusiasts we are the ones doing the hand-me-downs. But buying a new phone for this transition period doesn’t make as much sense, because it eats into your overall value. It is true that you can no longer depend on Apple.

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Since the technology is hitting a plateau (ie people are happy enough with 1080p screens, 4GB’s RAM etc etc) there’s added pressure on the OEM to get repeat consumers. Now if your product is high quality this presents a problem, and the easiest solution is Planned Obsolescence.

That is the route Apple has pivoted into. And OnePlus has shifted from a value-first direction, and instead are chasing higher profit margins and to compete with the name-brand flagships. The reason why it becomes prohibitively difficult to Read more ». Your note on Apple: “It is true that you can no longer depend on Apple. Since the technology is hitting a plateau (ie people are happy enough with 1080p screens, 4GB’s RAM etc etc) there’s added pressure on the OEM to get repeat consumers. Now if your product is high quality this presents a problem, and the easiest solution is Planned Obsolescence. That is the route Apple has pivoted into.” Just goes completely against what I note on Apple, so I sense that we just aren’t on the same wavelength with this: “But the main consensus in the tech media is, I guess, and see my previous like, that Apple might just accepted that the mass market moved from being so excited about upgrading their phones every two years to now just upgrading them every three years.

So Apple want to see more of their revenues coming from services (such Read more ». You might be right. And I know Apple used iOS 12 as a way to advertise this (“see if you pay extra upfront for an iPhone you will still get the latest OS many years later, because we care”). Me personally, I would be skeptical of what they say. It’s very probable that iOS 12 will be the last version for the iPhone 5S, 6, 6+, and maybe also the SE, 6S, and 6S Plus. Either iPhones need to get EVEN more expensive, for Apple to cover their slipping revenue and maintain profit margins, to make this 2year - 4year transition feasible.

Google Play Services Apk For Android 4.0.4 Download

Or Apple will come up with a different alternative (Planned Obsolescence, High Priced Accessories, etc etc). Because their other services Music, Cloud, CarPlay, Maps, iMessage etc etc isn’t bringing enough revenue to compensate even their App services have largely plateaued after the events of Pokemon Read more ».