How do I use Google apps on phone bought from China?

[tomchow92]

How to use Google apps on phone bought from China

Hi all,

I have tried to install the various .apk files required to get Google Play on a phone that didn't come with it (Samsung SM-G3812 bought in China). I have managed to install the Google Play services, as well as the Play Store, but whenever I try to use them it gives me an error and stops.

I'd be happy if you can offer any insight into this.

Thanks,

Tom

 

[Golfdriver97]

Re: How to use Google apps on phone bought from China

I know China blacklists anything from Google. Google is probably reading the device is from and stopping anything from happening (just a guess).

What error are you getting?

 

[tomchow92]

Re: How to use Google apps on phone bought from China

That's possible. I'm using the phone in europe though.

It just gives you the application unexpectedly stopped error message, without any reference.

 

[Golfdriver97]

Re: How to use Google apps on phone bought from China

I am not sure what to suggest. Sorry.

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