Why can't I get the Playstore to open and How can I add a Google Account?

[AC Question]

Play store won't open & can't add google account

I have tried the methods in the forumn eg. clear cache n so on but still my play store can't open. I noticed this problem started after performing update software.
Now even worse as google+ can't open. Keep showing can't connect to server. Gmail app too can't open.
Please help as I can't update my whapsapp n games since play store not functioning.

 

[VW Maverick]

Re: Play store won't open & can't add google account

Welcome.
What device do you have and what software update did you do?

Mav.

 

[Linda T]

My device is Samsung GT-I8552 Anroid 4.1.2
I'm not sure what update i have done since i just click on software update found in about device.