There was a problem parsing the package

[paparazzo79]

Hi.
I keep on trying to install some software like Wavelet.
I downloaded it from Google Playstore but when I run apk package I get this error message.
I'm on Android 8.1.0 and Ulefone Power 5S which has some weird android system.
I did enable I think all options to install packages from OS,though I can not find option "allow to install from unknown sources" like I can on Samsung phones.
So how to resolve this issue?

 

[B. Diddy]

You mentioned downloading the app from the Play Store and then trying to run the apk -- how exactly are you doing this? Installing an app from the Play Store should be one step. You should not have to locate an apk file and then manually open it.

 

[paparazzo79]

Upss sorry I wrote wrong.
I downloaded app from third party website as an apk but was unable to install.
The app is called Wavelet and for some reason with that phone I can not find it over google play.

 

[B. Diddy]

Probably because the app requires Android 9 or above: https://forums.androidcentral.com/e...s?id=com.pittvandewitt.wavelet&token=2EZqGX6f

If an app doesn't show up when you search for it on the Play Store app of the device, that usually means it's not compatible (either with your device or your region).

 

[paparazzo79]

Damn,yep probably that....maybe I can find older version for Android 8.1?

 

[B. Diddy]

Worth a try. I'd stick with APKMirror, since they're run by Android Police: https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/pittvandewitt/wavelet-headphone-specific-equalization/

 

[mustang7757]

I recommend APK mirror also

 

[J Dubbs]

Hi.
I keep on trying to install some software like Wavelet.
I downloaded it from Google Playstore but when I run apk package I get this error message.
I'm on Android 8.1.0 and Ulefone Power 5S which has some weird android system.
I did enable I think all options to install packages from OS,though I can not find option "allow to install from unknown sources" like I can on Samsung phones.
So how to resolve this issue?

When you get the "there was a problem parsing the package" error it's almost always because the apk is not compatible with your Android version :-\
If it was a settings problem it would tell you, and link you to the settings you needed to change to allow the installation.