How to download and install Google Play Store?
Sometimes it’s necessary to install the Google Play Store manually. Whether you have accidentally uninstalled it, or you want to revert back to a previous version, or even if your Google Play Store is not working and you just want a fresh install.
First, check your current version
The first thing is that you should check your running version of the Google Play Store. Make sure that, are you installing the latest version of the Play Store?
Steps:
- Open the settings of the Google Play Store app.
- Go to bottom and tap on “Play Store version”.
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Second, Download Google Play Store apk from the web
It is the major step for getting the Play Store’s APK file. You can download the APK file of Google Play Store from many websites, tech blogs, and trusted forums. We suggest you should use APKMirror for the best option after Google Play Store to getting applications for your android device.
Steps:
- Tap here to get redirected on the APKMirror‘s page.
- Make sure that which version you want. Just remember your current version installed on your phone and find the version you want. If you want a new version, see it if available.
- Follow the instructions of the website and download the app according to the compatibility of your phone.
Third, allow the permissions
Up to Android 7 and below Android 8
- Open your device settings then find and open the “Security/Privacy/Application settings” option.
- Find or search Unknown Sources and tap on it.= then a warning will be displayed on your screen read them and hit “OK”.
- You are now allowed unknown sources to install apps on your phone.
Android 8+
- Start downloading the APK file, after downloading the file open it.
- The OS will show a pop-up on your screen that the app doesn’t have permission to install the app from this source.
- Click on the available setting option and a new page will be opened.
- Tick the box to allow installation permission for this source then go back to the installation page.
Fourth, Install the Google Play Store using the file manager
- We have done all the necessary settings for installing apps without Google Play Store.
- Open your file manager and go for where you downloaded the APK file.
- After finding the downloaded APK tap on it, then a new pop-up window will appear and you have to select “Package Installer” to install the APK file.
- Click “Install” and wait for the installation process after completion your APK file will be installed on your phone.
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The final process, Disable Unknown Sources
This is the most important step to protect your data and manage privacy. If you leave the Unknown Sources box checked, it will harm your privacy. So turn it off. If you have Android Oreo or later then you can skip this step.
Up to Android 7 and below Android 8
- Open your device settings then find and open the “Security/Privacy/Application settings” option.
- Find or search Unknown Sources and open it, Uncheck the box.
- You are now allowed unknown sources to install apps on your phone.
- This will prevent everything (except the Play Store) from installing apps.
- You can always re-check the box later if you need to do this again.
Android 8+
- Open device settings and go for Apps option.
- Find the app you have used to install the Play Store (Browser/File Manager) then click on it.
- On the next page, uncheck the permission which allows the app to install an app outside of the Play Store.
Internet has become an essential thing in the modern era. Today most people carry a mobile with good internet speed as soon as they wake up in the morning so that they can get the latest information around the world. If you use any Samsung device and the internet speed is slow then you can boost it.
Many times it happens that even after having a data package, the internet does not run at a satisfactory speed, which delays our work. One of the reasons for this is that some functions are enabled in our Samsung smartphones that we do not need.
So in order to increase the internet speed on your Samsung Galaxy smartphone, all you have to do is disable them. Let’s see how to do this.
How to change the Network download speed limit?
Slow internet and data (upload/download) speed may be due to changes in the value of developer options. If the network download speed limit is set to a low value in Android Developer Options mode, then data and other functions may not work normally.
Internet speed can be improved if you change options, and if you disable developer options mode, the changed settings are automatically restored to their default values. Let’s see how to set the network download limit:
- Visit the Settings app of your Galaxy smartphone.
- Scroll down and tap on Developer options [Enabling steps given below].
- Tap on the toggle to turn it on.
- In the networking section, you can see Network download rate limit options. You can also search for the option by tapping on the search icon located at the top right corner. Tap on it.
- Select the ‘ No limit’ option.
How to turn on Developer options Menu?
If you don’t know how to turn on the Developer menu option, you just need to follow a few steps.
Open Settings on your Galaxy devices >> Scroll down and press About phone >> Tap on Software information option >> Click on the Build number seven times >>Enter your pattern, PIN, or password to enable the Developer options menu.
Now, you can see the Developer options menu in Settings below About Phone.
On February 1st, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S23 series for consumers internationally. On February 17, the company announced the availability of a new lineup in 55 countries. Since S23 units have started to get delivered to early buyers, you should know these two crucial tips for your Samsung Galaxy S23.
Samsung officially published two video guides on its YouTube channel. The first video guides you to perfectly apply the screen protector on your Galaxy S23 / Plus / Ultra smartphone. The second shows how you should install and remove cases and gadgets.
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In case you’ve purchased the Galaxy S23 smartphone, it becomes important to apply an external screen protector to keep it safe against accidental scratches. Through the official guide, you can apply a screen protector without leaving any of those annoying bubbles or dust particles trapped underneath.
Here’s how to apply screen protector:
Most customers prefer installing a case to give an extra guard against unwanted drops. However, cases and covers nowadays are also being used to further expand the usability and productivity of smartphones. Below, you can watch a tutorial on how to install and remove cases and gadgets.
Here’s how to install and remove cases & gadgets:
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Until the One UI 5.0, there’s no way to customize the folder of saved screenshots. Though, a bit late, Samsung officially brought the ability to change the folder where screenshots and screen recordings are saved, thanks to the new One UI 5.1 update.
Samsung’s One UI saves screenshots and screen recordings in the DCIM folder by default. Most users wanted the ability to customize the screenshots storage folder, and the new One UI 5.1 update makes it possible on Galaxy devices. If you want to know how to change location, follow the steps given below:
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- Open the Apps Screen, visit System Settings, followed by Advanced features
- Beside the Smart suggestions, you should see the Screenshots and screen recorder tab, tap on it
- For Screenshots,
- Tap the “Save screenshots in” option
- For the Screen recorder,
- Tap the “Screen recordings in” option
By changing the location, you can prevent the Google Photos app from backing up screenshots and screen recordings. This is quite useful as screenshots will no longer occupy the storage of Google Photos cloud storage. However, separating them also enhances access to the DCIM folder for important images.
One UI 5.1 is official
On Feb 15, Samsung officially introduced the One UI 5.1 software for older Galaxy devices. Apart from this, the company confirmed that the new software update is coming to several Galaxy devices in the coming weeks. You can check the roadmap here.
One UI 5.1 Features
- New dynamic weather widget
- Battery Status Widget
- Integrated Expert RAW
- Powerful Photo Remaster
- Tap face to search person in Gallery
- Shared family albums in Gallery
- Spotify recommendation in Smart Suggestions widget
- Modes and Routines: Custom wallpapers, ringtones, touch sensitivity and fonts
- Integrated Samsung Notes with Google Meet
- Multi control between Galaxy Book and smartphones
- Continue browsing the same pages on their PC