I don't know why I seem to have this problem on every phone during certain times. I've tried clearing the storage for google play and google play services and rebooting the phone. I was trying to download something a few days ago after I did all of that. The app finally downloaded after about 30 minutes pending. I've checked my phone isn't installing a whole bunch of updates right now... So, what do I do?
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Can't install apps
- Thread starter dorlow
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Are you doing this on wifi? Or cellular?
puppykickr
Android Expert
I have basically given upon Google.
If this has been an ongoing issue, then perhaps it is time to broaden your horizons.
First, be sure that Auto-Update is OFF in the settings for Google Play Store.
Next, try these other excellent app stores, and see what you think.
I use them all, and dont miss Screwgle at all.
These all allow the downloading of previous versions, so you are not locked in with the newest version- like you are with Google.
(I will post links to these from a different device in just a moment.)
UpToDown
(number two appstore on Earth)
ApkPure
(another large appstore)
ApkMirror
(ditto)
F-Droid
(an appstore that deals solely with FOSS (Free Open Source Software) apps)
If this has been an ongoing issue, then perhaps it is time to broaden your horizons.
First, be sure that Auto-Update is OFF in the settings for Google Play Store.
Next, try these other excellent app stores, and see what you think.
I use them all, and dont miss Screwgle at all.
These all allow the downloading of previous versions, so you are not locked in with the newest version- like you are with Google.
(I will post links to these from a different device in just a moment.)
UpToDown
(number two appstore on Earth)
ApkPure
(another large appstore)
ApkMirror
(ditto)
F-Droid
(an appstore that deals solely with FOSS (Free Open Source Software) apps)