• After 15+ years, we've made a big change: Android Forums is now Early Bird Club. Learn more here.

Problem with REQUEST_INSTALL_PACKAGES, in Android

For about two weeks we have had the problem that Google / Android are rejecting apps for updates with the following statement:

We found that your app is not compliant with how REQUEST_INSTALL_PACKAGES permission is allowed to be used. Specifically, the use of the permission is not directly related to the core purpose of the app.

Indeed, some of our apps had included this right in the past, but recent updates (for more than 6 months) no longer. We have checked and confirmed the current status as follows:

  • Manifest controlled
  • Searched all APK and plugins
  • APK details in the store does not show this right either
  • Display of the affected APK using "Sensitive Rights": all old beta versions which are not active
Unfortunately, all our objections and general support requests (also via other Google areas) are consistently ignored.

It is impossible for us to update our apps. Which is extra critical, especially with regard to requirements regarding newer SDK and billing API in two weeks.

How can we obtain help with the issue?

We're not a very small publisher, it's about apps with several hundred thousand installations.

Thanks

Android Studio Build Immediate Fail

How Do I download Android Gradle Plugin 7.4?

Android Studio is dealing with two kinds of Gradle as seen in the Project Structure:

050_Screenshot%202022-10-18%20064324.jpg


I have 7.5.1 set up. I think this part works.

Luckily, I found on the developer.android.com site, some information regarding the relationship between thest two things. https://developer.android.com/studio/releases/gradle-plugin?buildsystem=ndk-build#updating-gradle

And, on this page, I found this table which tells me what version of the plug-in I need.

045.PNG

So, where do I find this?

You can specify the plugin version, 7.4.0, in either the File > Project Structure > Project menu in Android Studio, or the top-level build.gradle file.
If the specified plugin version has not been downloaded, Gradle downloads it the next time you build your project or click File > Sync Project with Gradle Files from the Android Studio menu bar.

Galaxy S22 Ultra - sharing network

- snip -

I only use the Mobile Hotspot option, and that is really just turning it ON or OFF if I want to use it, and then other devices can connect to it via WiFi. I've set it with a password.
Hi,

Thanks for your advice.
I got it done via Mobile Hotspot on Galaxy 22 Ultra

As for using a remote camera via another phone, or this "remote controller", no ideas about that. For my uses of tethering, is just to share my phone's internet access with another device, like a phone without SIM, a tablet, or a laptop.
It can be done running "TeamViewer". It is available on "Play Store"

Regards

Age old question..

Now this time, I thought to myself "Hey so my tablet is not my own cell, ah contacts, better clean that up" Little did I knew when I was near my cell, my contacts vanished so quick in the air.. Age old question and yes I did double check out everything, I have a few of my cousin's numbers thanks to my sister, since last time it was FDR and I did get my contacts back instantly..

But today I just did finished FDR it a while ago, and boom, it was like an odd thing together, so yeah I better not clean up my contacts via tablet from moto edge anymore..

Haha... "Hey stupid when will my contacts get a hold of me...."
I hear circkets.

Samsung Galaxy A51 alarm not working when phone is off

I did not realize that you have a foreign (to me) version of the e6.

Also, mine is a carrier locked version.

But I use a very different launcher and I also disable many things that most folks can/will not.
This has always been a wi-fi only device for me, and has never latched onto a tower for service.

As of now, I am using it mostly for music in the car.
It was for a time my primary wi-fi device.
It is small and lightweight, so is better for long term laying in bed while holding it in the hand.

But the original battery is swelled now. I purchased a replacement over the summer and its date of manufacture is earlier than the old one, lol.
So this thing is on borrowed time.
Music sounds nice with it, it is easy to see and use, and I will be sorry when it does finally crap out.

To be honest, I wish that this was my carry around device rather than what I do use for that.

I agree music through the headphone jack at any rate was excellent on mine (ok different soc etc). I bought this for a reduced stock £79 new in box at a click and collect chain. I had to send my Nokia to Hungary with DHL (I probably told you this before when I was someone else!) under a 2 year warranty for a new usb c port that had warped, and came back with a circuit board thingy also attaching the port to the motherboard.

The battery on my E6+ (same 3000 mah) is showing as like new (96% with the Accubattery I keep on this one). I leave it on all the time for receiving calls to a second number. If I hadn't bought a top spec Poco with 2020's top chip SD865 and a great OLED screen for £294 6 months later, I wouldn't have known any better and been happy with my E6 Plus (I think).
New (apparently) genuine batteries are still only about £7 here from various sites.

I like the way the back clips on around the sides, the weight and size, and I get a new Bing screensaver every day on this one and it's really impressive for an IPS 720p screen. The supplied tinted case is also excellent.
Man, I feel like I'm writing an erotic story! I'm getting hot :thinking: :eek:

Ultimately the loading times, switching speeds, pin sharp color accurate screen etc has me loving the Poco more, though it feels twice as heavy at 220gms.

Motorola are starting to make good mid range and high end phones again (Edge 30 series) where I don't think their budget models competed on price since the G6 - G8's.

If when I win the lottery I'm going to try a whole bunch of budget devices that I think should be great for the money, give most of them away, keep one or two and also pick one flagship out of 5 or 6 from a shortlist.

Strange router on my network?

If you're wondering if an "unknown" device is connecting to your Wi-Fi, the answer lies in your Internet router. In most cases, it's your broadband router, but it could also be a mesh Wi-Fi system, Wi-Fi extender, or booster. Whatever your setup, you'll need to log in to the device providing your Wi-Fi and look through its menu to find a list of connected devices. Simply logging into your router can be a challenge. Essentially, you need to know the router's IP login, which you should get from any device connected to it, such as a laptop or phone. That way, you will understand what is going on.

Accessories I'M Safe App

Let me introduce you to our new app

I’m Safe is an easy-to-use and cryptographically secure women’s safety app built to ensure women’s safety at all times. The app is user-friendly, reliable, secure, and easy on the battery.
I’m Safe is equipped with several features that can be used every day and especially during life-threatening situations. it supports both android and apple devices
app Links: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ruah.imsafev2
https://apps.apple.com/in/app/im-safe/id1578644770

The features are listed below:

Trusted Contacts

You can add up to 5 Trusted Contacts on the app with whom you can share your whereabouts and alert them immediately when you are in danger. You can choose to share your whereabouts constantly or between selected intervals. You can switch between the options as you like.
Track Me
Track Me shares your live location with your trusted contacts. You can also share updates in the form of text and images.

SOS
SOS alerts your trusted contacts with your location details, warning them that you are in danger. During an SOS, the app captures images and audio recordings. SOS is designed to seek help to rescue you during a dangerous situation.

Selective info-sharing
While starting a Track Me session, you can choose which members among the trusted contacts you wish to share your activity with. Selective info-sharing lets you withhold specific information from certain contacts without removing them from your trusted contacts list.

Battery friendly
I’m Safe is optimized to provide the best safety features while consuming minimal battery.
Organization Features for Institutions and organizations:
The app has cab tracking, incident marketing, anonymous reporting, and organizational features for institutions and organizations.

Optional Safety Device:
The app also comes with an optional 18-month battery life safety device for you and your loved ones.
logo.svg

Mental Math | A Complete Brain Power Development Abacus App

This is an amazing post thanks for sharing such an amazing post.
Mental Math is built for children which will definitely give them an Edge since we believe that children can only dominate the subject if they have the basics right. At Mental Math the app is built to teach calculation techniques and sharpen their skill. We offer a child-friendly introduction to the use of the Abacus, both the tool and ultimately the mental theory concepts. Thus maintaining the interest and also benefiting from the App. Mental Math is a new-age app for today's children which will keep them engaged along with developing their skills.

Issue - Special Char Keyed Instead of Letter

Although you may have found a solution, do not give up on trying different keyboards.

There are many, many keyboards.

G-Board is not very secure, as everything you type (yes, EVERYTHING) is capable of being sent to Google- and they can do whatever they wish with any or all of this information.

Keep in mind that the keyboard is what you type every single thing into your device with.

So even if you are not using any specific Google app or thing, they can still see (and use) whatever you type at any time.

This includes your contacts, private text messages, messaging apps, social media, you name it.

Is private apps on Google Play affected by "target API requirements"?

Thanks for the reply. I am a little "locked" to the targetSkdVersion 30 because of a customer. I have to add some dependencies to the app that is not compatible with anything newer than version 30.
I cannot be the only one having this problem because of the dependecies, hopefully the dependencies will be fixed and made compatible with a newer targetSdkVersion soon :)
Like I saw from the link you provided, old customers will still find the app, but no updates.

New customers, those who have just found the app, will not be able to see the app at all unless you comply with Google.

That is why I would suggest making your app available on multiple app stores, so that you are not trapped with Google.

You can choose from multiple app stores.

Uptodown is great, and APKPure is also good.
If your app is FOSS (Free Open Source Software), then I would absolutely recommend you submitting it to F-Droid.

Confusion about which passswords to use?

OK, no MS PW. Each of my email accts have unique addresses, and each have a different PW. Both PWs and addresses are the same on the phone and on the PC. Originally, I did the setting up on the phone (sync'g Outlook and TB) and it worked. I don't remember how I did it, but I think it was rather automatic. So, if I get what you are saying, when I'm prompted to sign-in, I simply use the PW associated with the presently active acct?

Filter

Back
Top Bottom