What is the difference between Google Play Services and Google Play store?

Google Play Services connects apps to other Google services, like Google Sign In and Google Maps. Google Play Services isn't the same as the Google Play Store app, and is included with Android. Google Play Services doesn't make your battery drain faster or use too much of your mobile data plan.
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What happens if I uninstall Google Play Services?

After you uninstall Google Play Services, you might meet quite a few troubles, like messages problems, network issues, app crashing, etc. Your apps related to Google will not work properly, like Gmail, Google Maps, Google Music, etc. You may have to say goodbye to Google Play.
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What does Google Play Services do?

Google Play services helps to ensure the security and reliability of an Android device, and keep devices updated with the latest security features. This includes: Google Play Protect, which can warn users if an app contains known malware.
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Can playstore work without Google Play Services?

No, you can't use google play store without google play services. Play services keeps your Android phone connected with google server. Play services does many jobs as backup of data, sync, verifying app during installation, provides system update when OTA updates arrive, maintaining security, etc.
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What is Google Play Services necessary?

Google Play Services are an essential part of the Android operating system. They allow many apps, including third-party apps and games, to exchange information with Google. This can include getting directions from Google Maps, making a Google search, signing into your Google account, and more.
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Is it OK to clear data on Google Play Services?

Important: When you clear Google Play Services data or storage, it may delete some information saved to your device, including transit cards, COVID cards, and virtual payment cards saved to Google Pay. See all apps. Scroll down to "Google Play Services." Tap Google Play Services.
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What happens if I disable Google Play store?

When you disable Play Store, its icon will disappear from the home screen and app drawer. You won't be able to update or install apps. However, nothing will happen to existing apps. They will not be removed from your phone.
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Can you use a phone without Google Play Services?

You'll need to install a custom build of Android and use specific apps and mods to replace Google's. But if you're concerned about security and privacy, you actually can use Android without Google Play Services.
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What can I use instead of Google Play Services?

The best alternative is microG, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Google Play Services are Open GApps, NanoDroid, BiTGApps and NikGApps. Google Play Services is a proprietary background service and API package for Android devices from Google.
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How can I use my phone without Google Play Services?

You can do this by going to “Settings -> Lock screen and Security -> Toggle on unknown sources.” Once the download is completed, open your Android's Download folder and tap on the “Amazon_app. apk” file. Tap on Install and wait for the process to finish before trying to launch it.
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What does it mean no Google Play Services?

The Google Play APK (Android application package) is installed by default on most Android devices and if Google Play services is de-activated on the client-side, it is very likely that apps on the mobile device will not work properly.
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How can I download apps without using Google Play?

Setting up your device

From your smartphone or tablet running Android 4.0 or higher, go to Settings, scroll down to Security, and select Unknown sources. Selecting this option will allow you to install apps outside of the Google Play store.
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What is a charge for Google services?

There are no fees for making purchases on Google services like Google Play or Google Drive. You only pay for your purchases, applicable taxes, and delivery fees.
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How do I stop Google Play Services from draining my battery?

Go to Settings > Background Restrictions. This setting lets you disable apps that are on in the background, even when you're not using them. Go through and toggle apps you don't need, or don't want, to operate in the background. On Android 12 Pixel phones go to Settings > Battery > Battery usage.
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Which app store is best for Android?

The Top App Stores for Android Apps 2021
  • Amazon Appstore — (Learn More) ...
  • Tencent MyApp — (Learn More) ...
  • Huawei AppGallery. ...
  • APKMirror. ...
  • Samsung Galaxy Store. ...
  • Sony Apps. ...
  • Aptoide. Another popular choice among Android users is Aptoide. ...
  • F-Droid. Last, but certainly not least, F-Droid!
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Which app is same as Play Store?

While not as old as Google Play Store or SlideME, the Amazon Appstore is one of their most successful competitors. With the introduction of Kindle Fire, the Fire Phone and a range of Android devices running Fire OS, there is a growing market for apps sold through Amazon.
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What happens if I delete Google off my phone?

Removing a Google account from an Android or iPhone device simply removes access from that particular device, and it can be restored later on. However, any information stored through the account on that device will be lost. That includes things like email, contacts, and settings.
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Can WhatsApp run without Google Play Services?

WhatsApp. WhatsApp is probably one of the most popular chatting apps worldwide. There are over 1 billion people on WhatsApp. WhatsApp can't just leave you in the dark if you don't have Google services, so they don't require it.
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Why does Google Play Services need so many permissions?

It needs so many permissions because Play Services acts as a hub that other apps rely on for security services provided by Google. Google Play Services have system-level access to provide multiple internal features and hides sensitive information from other apps.
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What apps should I delete?

Unnecessary Mobile Apps You Should Remove from Your Android Phone
  • Cleaning Apps. You do not need to clean your phone often unless your device is hard pressed for storage space. ...
  • Antivirus. Antivirus apps seem to be everybody's favorite. ...
  • Battery Saving Apps. ...
  • RAM Savers. ...
  • Bloatware. ...
  • Default Browsers.
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Do I have to have a Gmail account for Google Play?

When you set up your new Android device you need a Google account so that you can login to the various Google services *play store, maps etc). If you do not wish to use a Gmail account as your Google account login, that is perfectly fine. Google has no visibility into a non Google email.
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Will clearing data delete my text messages?

So even if you clear data or uninstall the app, your messages or contacts will not be deleted. However, you will be logged out.
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What does clearing cache?

If you clear the cache on your Android phone periodically, you could help eliminate performance issues on the device. Your Android phone's cache comprises stores of small bits of information that your apps and web browser use to speed up performance.
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What is using all my internal storage Android?

To see what those files are, go to Settings > Storage > Internal Storage. Whatever is taking up the most storage space will appear on top, and it'll show you how much storage it's taking up. If you want to view the pictures or files, you only have to tap on them.
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