What are GAPPS and how to use them?
What are GAPPS and how to use them?
They are specially crafted optional add-ons for custom ROMs that can be used to get Google apps such as Google Play Services and the Play Store on your device. If you’re wondering how to pick and install the right GApps package on your device or on one of the best Android phones, this guide should help you with that.
Where can I find the open GAPPS changelog?
The Open GApps changelog is aggregated on the Open GApps Twitter feed. If you have any questions check out the Open GApps Wiki, especially the FAQ answers most questions. If you can’t find the answer to your question use the XDA Q&A Thread or join us on Gitter to receive support.
How do I add open GAPPS to my download manager?
Add the github.com/opengapps/ URL to your download-manager, not the Amazon S3 URL, to support continuable downloads. The Open GApps changelog is aggregated on the Open GApps Twitter feed. If you have any questions check out the Open GApps Wiki, especially the FAQ answers most questions.
What version of Android do I need to install GAPPS?
When installing GApps, you’ll want to make sure that you install the version that matches your Android ROM. For example, if you are running Android 4.4 Kit Kat, download and install GApps for KitKat. You can find your Android version number by going to Settings and About device.
Will cm-13 work on LG G2?
The required bootloader (aboot) for CM13 on the LG G2 is the KitKat (KK) bootloader. CM13 will fail to install otherwise. The minimum required bootstack (radios, laf, and other firmwares) is a KitKat (KK) bootstack, however a Lollipop (LP) bootstack will work and is preferred. CM-13.0 is bumped and thus does not require loki compatibility.
What do I need to know before installing a GAPPS package?
Before installing a GApps package, you need to pick the version that matches the CPU architecture of the target device and the Android base of your desired custom ROM. Keep in mind some OEMs deliberately ship ARM32 firmware on ARM64 devices, so consult with the custom ROM maintainer to determine platform compatibility.
